Experience the inspiring contributions of our community groups this October!
This year’s Victorian Seniors Festival theme is: Connect. Create. Celebrate.
- Meet new people and reconnect with your passions
- Try something new and express your creativity
- Celebrate the diversity and vibrancy of older Victorians
Download a copy of the Whitehorse Seniors Festival Program 2025
For more information about events across Victoria visit seniorsonline.vic.gov.au/festival
Tango for Parkinson's
Tango for Parkinson’s session with Rina Sawaya – improve balance, enjoy music and stay for an enjoyable morning tea. Family and friends' welcome!
When: Every Wednesday, starting from 1 October, 15, 22, 29
Time: 10am-11am (8 October 2pm-3pm)
Venue: The Avenue Neighborhood House
Where: 87 Eley Road, Blackburn South
Bookings required
Grand Opening Extravaganza - U3A Nunawading: 35 Years of Enriching Lives
Celebrate U3A Nunawading’s 35th anniversary and the launch of the 2025 Seniors Festival with a vibrant showcase of music, dance, singing, crafts and creative arts — a joyful day of passion, creativity and community spirit.
When: Wednesday 1 October
Time: 10.00am-3pm
Venue: Nunawading Community Hub
Where: 96-106 Springvale Road, Nunawading
No Bookings required
Art: Paint and Chat
Join an informal Paint and Chat session. Tea and coffee provided. Art materials provided or bring your own.
When: Wednesday 1 October
Time: 1pm-3pm
Where: Community Centre, 470 Station Street, Box Hill
Bookings required: Yes, by phone 0417 554 149 or secretary@boxhillartgroup.com.au
Tour of Worship
Join us for an enjoyable and insightful day outing including lunch and afternoon tea. A guided bus tour departing from Whitehorse Civic Centre to SGNSS Gurdwara Blackburn and on to Er You Temple, Box Hill and returning to Council
When: Saturday 4 October
Time: 10.30am-3pm
Venue: Whitehorse Civic Centre
Where: 379-399 Whitehorse Road, Nunawading
Bookings
Singing for Health
You're invited to join in learning and singing mostly Mandarin and Cantonese folk, art, and pop songs. No music or language experience needed.
When: Every Saturday, starting 4 October
Time: 4.30pm-6.30pm
Venue: Box Hill Community Arts Centre
Where: 470 Station Street, Box Hill
No bookings required
Mahjong (Western Non-gambling style)
Mahjong is a fun tile game for 3-4 players, like Rummy but with Chinese symbols. Join our friendly group to learn the non-gambling style in a warm, social setting.
When: Wednesday 15 October
Time: 1pm-3.30pm
Venue: Bennettswood
Neighbourhood House
Where: 7 Greenwood Street, Burwood
Bookings required
Your Downsizing Road Map – a Clear Plan for a Confident Move into Retirement
Thinking of downsizing? Join expert Lisa Stafford for practical tips on selling your home and moving into retirement living with confidence. Morning tea included.
When: Tuesday 7 October
Time: 10am-11am
Venue: Mitcham Bowls Club
Where: 306 Mitcham Road, Mitcham
Bookings required
Indigenous Plant Propagation Workshop
A fun hands-on plant propagation workshop with complimentary morning tea.
When: Thursday 9 October
Time: 10am-12noon
Where: Greenlink Box Hill Nursery,
41 Wimmera Street, Box Hill North
Bookings required