To celebrate the role and contributions of older adults in our community aged 55 years and over, Lismore City Council is hosting the Lismore 2025 Seniors Festival from Monday, 3 March to Saturday, 15 March.
This year's theme, 'Time to Shine, captures the festival's goal of motivating seniors to discover new possibilities and immerse themselves in their community.
Lismore City Mayor Steve Krieg said the Lismore Seniors Festival offers several events that connect seniors with their community.
"The festival celebrates aging through activities and practical tips to enhance well-being. Most importantly, it's a chance to 'Shine' and get together with friends or go out and meet new people while exploring the range of free events and activities," he said.
"I highly recommend viewing the festival program which includes creative workshops, croquet, lawn bowls, softball, fitness classes, a trivia night and nature walk. Council has aimed to provide something for everyone aged 55 years and over."
Council's Sport and Recreation Lead, Kristy Lenon said, "The value of hosting such an event for the Lismore community is that it promotes social ties, education and physical activity which all play a vital role in enhancing the mental health and overall well-being of older residents in our community."
"Not only are the events and activities all free, but the festival also offers a broad and welcoming line-up designed to motivate our seniors to extend their boundaries by trying something different and meeting new people," she said.
The NSW State Government Department of Communities and Justice fund Seniors Festival Events through a competitive grants program. The NSW Seniors Festival includes hundreds of events across NSW hosted by councils and community organisations.
