Spaces are filling fast for dozens of free or low-cost community-hosted workshops, dances, exercise classes and concerts happening at Geelong Seniors Festival this October.
The annual festival, in partnership with the Victorian Government, celebrates positive ageing and offers people 55+ opportunities to have fun with friends, meet new people and try new activities.
With more than 40 events across Greater Geelong on offer, some of the highlights include:
- The Great Geelong Hit Parade with Glenn Starr: Internationally acclaimed performer Glenn Starr set to captivate with golden oldies and timeless hits.
- Coin and Banknote Workshop: Introduction to collecting, including storage and cataloguing.
- Mind Matters: Your Wellbeing Workout: Wellbeing sessions helping older adults thrive, connect with others and be informed.
- Inter-generational Bush Dance: Led by the Billy Tea Bush Band, a dance bringing seniors and families together through music and afternoon tea.
- Silver Serves: Tennis coaching designed to help older adults improve movement, strategy and confidence on court.
- Fused Glass Demonstrations and Workshops: Demonstrations and hands-on workshops teaching the art of glass fusing.
- Seeds of Connection Across Generations: Older adults and children connect through planting, storytelling, music and creative activities.
- Orchestra Geelong Seniors Festival Concert: A free concert of popular orchestral music.
- Bridge – Seniors Festival Teams: A one-day Swiss Teams Bridge event for teams of four.
- Bellarine Quilters 2026 Quilt Show: A showcase of quilts created by Bellarine Quilters members.
For the full program of local events, visit https://geelong.link/Positive-Ageing
To see what’s happening across the state, head to seniorsonline.vic.gov.au/festival
This year’s program was supported by $5,682 from the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing and $24,000 in 2026-27 Positive Ageing Grants from the City of Greater Geelong.
Greater Geelong Mayor Stretch Kontelj OAM
There is so much happening across the region during October.
Whether you’re in the mood for crafting, enjoying orchestral music, hitting the dancefloor or a spot of pickleball, Geelong Seniors Festival has you covered!
Secure your tickets now to a range of workshops, classes and performances as spaces are limited.
Council is proud to support this important annual celebration through our 2026-27 Positive Ageing Grants.
It’s part of our commitment to engaging with senior residents, promoting connection and improving mental health and wellbeing.
Minister for Seniors Nick Staikos
Across Greater Geelong the Victorian Seniors Festival provides opportunities to connect with others, discover new interests and celebrate the invaluable contribution older Victorians make every day.
With more than 40 free and low-cost events on offer I encourage older people to get involved, make new connections and have some fun.
