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Whitehorse Seniors Festival starts 1 October 2024
The festival boasts live and local events, orchestrated by Whitehorse City Council, community groups and clubs.
Explore some of the events below.
Download the program to find out about all of the events happening in Whitehorse through October.
The festival is delivered as part of the Victorian Seniors Festival.
Plus, don't miss 8 days of FREE public transport. As a Victorian Seniors Card holder, you can explore Victoria with free travel from Sunday 6 October to Sunday 13 October 2024. For further information visit the Eight days of free public transport for Victorian Seniors Card holders
For any questions contact the Positive Ageing team.
Email: PositiveAgeing@whitehorse.vic.gov.au
Phone: 9262 6333
Seniors Festival: Safe Driver Presentation
The presentation covers information including how to keep older drivers safe and mobile, updated road rules, impacts on medical conditions, medications, disability and strategies for safe mobility.
When: Thursday 10 October
Time: 10.30am - 11.30am
Where: Mitcham Community House
Cost: FREE
Bookings required
Whitehorse Seniors Festival 2024 - Walk with Care Pedestrian Safety
Benefits of walking, pedestrian safety and being visible. Light refreshments provided.
When: Thursday 10 October
Time: 12pm. - 1pm.
Where: Mitcham Community House, 19 Brunswick Road, Mitcham
Bookings required
Whitehorse Senior Festival - The Role of Health and Exercise Information Session
Professor Petreris Darzins world leader in Dementia Research, Clinical Service Director along with Peter Mellow, Sport Scientist and Director of Learning and Teaching, will share practical information, advice and things we all can do to remain healthy as we age.
When: Friday 11 October
Time: 2pm - 3.30pm
Venue: Box Hill Community Arts Centre, Arbour Room. 470 Station Street, Box Hill
Cost: FREE
Bookings required
Whitehorse Seniors Festival 2024 - Underground Cabaret: Beating up the Beatles
Charlee Watt promises a celebration of Beatles music and an entertaining evening as she looks for hints and tips about love within The Beatles catalogue
When: Friday 11 October
Time: 8pm
Where: The Round Studio, 379-399 Whitehorse Road, Nunawading
Bookings required
Whitehorse Seniors Festival - Rainbow Trivia
Put on your thinking caps and join the excitement with Val’s LGBTI Ageing and Aged Care trivia. Win fabulous prizes, enjoy a delightful afternoon tea, and hear the beautiful Rainbow Voices choir. Don’t miss out on the fun – come celebrate and connect!
When: Tuesday 15 October
Time: 1.30pm - 3.30pm
Where: The Round, 379 - 399 Whitehorse Road, Nunawading
Cost: FREE
Bookings required
Whitehorse Seniors Festival 2024 - FOGO Facility Tour
Join a trip to our food and garden organics processor with education about food waste recycling.
When: Tuesday 22 October
Time: 9.30pm - 1.30pm
Where: Pick up out the front of Nunawading Library, 379 Whitehorse Rd, Nunawading
Bookings required
Whitehorse Seniors Festival - Free Bike Checks for Seniors
Dust off your bike and get ready to ride! Book a free bike safety check to make sure it’s ready.
When: Friday 25 October
Time: 10am - 12 noon
Where: Whitehorse Civic Centre, Nunawading
Bookings required
Whitehorse Seniors Festival - Book Bingo - for LGBTI people (50+) and Allies
Join us for an evening of bingo hosted by the fabulous Jane Clifton featuring LGBTI book and music icons. Connect with friends old and new, enjoy refreshments, and win prizes all while celebrating LGBTI+ culture.
For LGBTI People (50+) and Allies
When: Friday 25 October
Time: 6pm - 8pm (refreshments served at 5.30pm)
Where: Nunawading Library, 379 Whitehorse Road, Nunawading
Cost: FREE
Bookings required
