Be part of this year's Seniors Festival

Community groups, clubs and local organisations across the Rural City of Wangaratta are invited to host events in this year’s Wangaratta Seniors Festival, taking place throughout October. The 2025 theme 'Connect, Create, Celebrate' is a call for the community to come together to honour and recognise the invaluable contributions of older people while creating opportunities for joy, connection and learning. The Wangaratta Seniors Festival offers a diverse program of free and low-cost events that are inclusive, accessible and welcoming to all older community members. Whether you’re based in town or in one of our rural communities, your event can help bring the celebration to life across the region. Local groups can get involved by hosting an event that celebrates the senior members of our community. From art exhibitions and music performances to cultural gatherings, morning teas, or fitness classes - the festival invites seniors to embrace curiosity, discover new interests, connect with others, and redefine what it means to age with vitality and purpose. Victorian Seniors Card holders will also enjoy eight days of free public transport, from 5 to 12 October, including travel on all metropolitan services, V/Line train and coach services, and select regional bus routes. Expressions of interest are open until 20 July. Events should aim to: • foster social connection and community spirit; • promote health, well-being, and active lifestyles; • offer inclusive and accessible opportunities for participation, and • encourage learning, creativity, and fun. Expression of interests can be made via www.wangaratta.vic.gov.au/EOISeniors.

Be part of this year's Seniors Festival

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