Wangaratta Seniors Festival Program Launch

Published on 03 September 2025

This October, the Rural City of Wangaratta invites seniors to rediscover the joy of community, creativity, and connection with the launch of the 2025 Wangaratta Seniors Festival. With a record-breaking 171 free and affordable events and activities - the program offers variety and is designed to enhance the lives of community members aged 60 and above.

The Wangaratta Seniors Festival is delivered in collaboration with the Victorian State Government and devised in partnership with local businesses and community organisations.

This year's theme, Connect, Create and Celebrate invites seniors to discover new interests, connect with fellow community members, and redefine what it means to age.

From the comfort of home or in the heart of town, there’s something for everyone: Stay active with Chair Cardio & Strength Classes, offering gentle online workouts designed to boost wellbeing. Join the Sit, Knit & Crochet sessions at the Wangaratta Library for a warm space to craft and connect. The Social Art Group provides a relaxed setting to create and share stories over tea and biscuits, while the Keenagers Table Tennis Luncheon celebrates multicultural friendship through sport and food.

Irene Grant, Rural City of Wangaratta Mayor:

“The Senior’s Festival is a chance to recognise ageing as a time of growth, contribution, and community. Thank you to all who have helped shape this celebration and make it unique to Wangaratta.”

Flagship events include:

• Commemorative High Tea | Celebrating our centenarians with live entertainment and high tea.
• Elvis Presley & Marilyn Monroe Tribute Show – A musical performance and tribute to two icons of yester-year.
• Hall Stories Rural Towns Tour – Damian Callinan brings local history to life in Cheshunt, Eldorado, Boorhaman, and Everton.
  
  

Festival Guide & Bookings

www.wangaratta.vic.gov.au/Residents/Seniors/Wangaratta-Seniors-Festival-2025

You can view the entire program online or pick up a copy at the following locations:

•           Rural City of Wangaratta Customer Service

•           Wangaratta Performing Arts & Convention Centre

•           Wangaratta Library

•           Wangaratta Sports & Aquatic Centre