Statewide Seniors celebrations

The Victorian Seniors Festival delivers thousands of free and low-cost events for older people.

Celebrate positive ageing and take part in events and activities close to home and right across the state.

Connect, create and celebrate with the 2026 Victorian Seniors Festival!

Festival events are delivered by the Victorian Government, council, community and cultural organisations and businesses.

Plus there’s free public transport until October 11 for Victorian Seniors Card holders.

Local events include:

October 7: Come and try Pickleball, Rhyll Tennis Club, 10.30am – 12pm

October 9: Model Railway Open Afternoon, Phillip Island Senior Citizens Club, 1pm – 4pm

October 10: Ancestor Discovery, Newhaven Hall, 1pm – 3pm

October 14: Carer Expo, Berninneit, 10.30am – 2pm

October 17: Wooden Shapes Art Workshop, Coronet Bay Hall, 2pm – 4pm

October 20: Come and try Tai Chi, Anderson Inlet Angling Club, 9am – 10am

October 27: Carers Gathering and Info Session, PICAL, 10.30am – 12.30pm

October 28: History on Wheels Bus Tour, Wonthaggi Rec Reserve, 10.30am – 12pm.

October 28: Community BBQ, Grantville Picnic area, 10am – 12pm

October 28: Learn, Connect & Share – Latrobe Health Services, Inverloch

Community Hub, 10am – 12pm

Find out more about what’s on offer statewide: www.seniorsonline.vic.gov.au/festival#2026-festival