The Victorian Seniors Festival returns this October, lighting up Sunbury with a host of free and low-cost events celebrating positive ageing and community connection.
The events kick off Wednesday, October 1 and run all the way through the month until Friday, October 31.
The month-long festival brings concerts, tours, social activities and cultural experiences right to the doorstep of older residents living in the north.
The Victorian Seniors Festival is backed by the state government in partnership with local councils, community groups and cultural organisations to recognise the contribution of seniors, encouraging them to take part in activities close to home and across the state.
Take part in some of the fun with these upcoming events:
– Exploring Hume’s civic collection – Hume Global Learning Centre, 44 Macedon Street, Sunbury
Sunday, October 14, 5pm to 8pm
Enjoy a guided tour by a museum collections specialist, learning about Sunbury’s local history and heritage collections. Refreshments are provided; bookings essential.
– The Coming Back Out Ball movie, Hume Global Learning Centre, 44 Macedon Street, Sunbury
Wednesday, October 22, 1.30pm to 4pm
An uplifting documentary film about a group of older LGBTI+ people attending a ball in Melbourne to celebrate their gender and sexual identity, followed by a discussion. Afternoon tea will be provided after the film screening.
– Scones and songs: morning tea with the Divas, Hume Global Learning Centre, 44 Macedon Street, Sunbury
Join the divas for a musical morning tea featuring the talents of Sunbury’s Divine Divas Show Choir. Enjoy a scone with a tea or coffee and be entertained in style.
For more information on this year’s Victorian Senior Festival, head to https://www.seniorsonline.vic.gov.au/festival-calendar.
