Victorian Seniors Festival

The Victorian Seniors Festival is a major state-wide festival for and involving seniors and runs from 1-31 of October every year.

The Victorian Seniors Festival delivers a range of free and low-cost events for older Victorians. Celebrate positive ageing and take part in events and activities close to home and right across the state.

Major events include:

• Celebration Day at Fed Square
• the Melbourne Town Hall Dance
• the Aged Care Tour, and
• the Country Concerts.

In 2024, the Festival featured more than 3,750 events across the state.

Festival events are delivered by:

• the Victorian Government
• local councils
• community and cultural organisations, and
• commercial partners.

Victorian Seniors Festival 2024 photo gallery

Celebration Day

Over 16,000 people attended Celebration Day in 2024, launching the Victorian Seniors Festival in style.

The entire Federation Square precinct came to life with entertainment and activities. The program included music, dance and workshops from older artists sharing their passions and talents.

Senior Victorians came from across the state to join in a mass ukulele workshop led by AJ Leonard. The Edge Theatre showcased:

• more than 60 dancers from the Chinese Senior Citizens Club of Manningham
• the talents of Legends of Brass
• the Australian Women’s Choir and more.

Shepparton Centenarians Luncheon

The Shepparton Centenarians Luncheon honoured some of the area’s oldest residents.

Joyce Oxenbury, 102 years young, had the joy of cutting the Centennial Cake at the end of the afternoon’s music, snacks and festivities.

Senior Sports Day

Pickleball gained some new fans at Seniors Sports Day hosted by Cardinia Life.

The day featured sporting activities, friendly competitions and leisurely games designed for seniors.

Aged Care Tour

The Aged Care Tour shared magic, music and entertainment with aged care residents across the state.

Seniors in Port Melbourne enjoyed a magical day with master illusionist Cath Jamison.

Information about the 2025 Victorian Seniors Festival will be available from August.

Victorian Senior of the Year Awards

The Festival also includes the annual Victorian Senior of the Year Awards. These awards acknowledge older Victorians who volunteer to assist, support and encourage others. It is an opportunity to celebrate and recognise their contributions to the community. For more information visit the Awards page.