Wyndham City is gearing up to celebrate the Wyndham Seniors Festival (1-31 October) with a series of free and low-cost activities and events for seniors across our community centres.
Now in its 42nd year, the Seniors Festival is an annual state-wide festival for Victorians that focuses on providing events and activities designed to bring seniors together to enjoy themselves, learn new skills and make new friends.
In Wyndham, the festival's signature event will be a special Morning Melodies performance by Australian radio presenter and media personality Denis Walter at Encore Events Centre on 8 October, which includes a delicious morning tea.
Over at The Grange Community Centre, it will be all about big hair, leg warmers and shoulder pads for an 80s Dance Party on 23 October.
For those looking for a little more conversation, head to the Mechanics Institute Hall in Little River on 26 October for a Community Dinner, where you can speaker with some of Wyndham's senior Human Library Books.
Other Wyndham Seniors Festival highlights include a week-long art festival at Featherbrook Community Centre, tai chi, chair yoga, line dancing, paint and sip, bingo, and a green thumbs workshop for grandparents and grandchildren.
Wyndham's seniors will also enjoy eight days of free public transport state-wide from 6-13 October, making it easier to get out and about.
Wyndham City Mayor, Councillor Jennie Barrera, said the calendar of events reflected the Victorian Seniors Festival 2024 theme Explore. Engage. Evolve.
"This theme perfectly encapsulates the spirit of our senior community - always curious, constantly discovering new horizons, actively participating in activities, and continuously growing and adapting to the world around us," Cr Barrera said.
"The events and activities our community centres are hosting for the Wyndham Seniors Festival are designed to provide entertainment and education, but also foster a sense of community and belonging."
"Whether you're looking to try something new, meet new people, or simply have a good time, I encourage all our older residents to join in on the festivities."
