Peninsula residents to connect, create and celebrate Seniors Festival

Published on 01 September 2025

Mornington Peninsula Shire’s popular Seniors Festival – part of Victoria’s state-wide celebration – returns this October, shining a spotlight on the contributions and creativity of our senior community.

Seniors Festival invites residents aged 55+ to connect, create and celebrate through a lively and inclusive program of events across the Peninsula’s coast, townships and hinterland.
With more than 90 events on offer, there’ll be something for everyone to explore. Highlights include:

• Get Active Expo at YMCA Camp Manyung, Mount Eliza, 1 October
• Concert by Gypsy, a Fleetwood Mac Tribute Band at George Jenkins Theatre, 25 October
• The launch of the new outdoor exercise parks for seniors in Mount Martha 7 October and Hastings Foreshore 10 October
• Multicultural Film Festival, Peninsula Cinemas, Rosebud 18 October
• Victorian Pride Centre Bus Tour, St Kilda, 21 October.
  
  

The Shire is providing transport services to some events through our community transport team. If you need a lift, contact us on 5950 1605.

The Event Guide is now available at our customer service centres, libraries, community centres and online.

All events are free or low cost and bookings are essential for most events.

For more information contact positiveageing@mornpen.vic.gov.au or call the Positive Ageing Officer on 5950 1695.

mornpen.vic.gov.au/seniorsfestival 

Quotes attributable to Mayor Councillor Anthony Marsh:
“Seniors Festival is a joyful celebration. This year’s theme, Connect, Create and Celebrate, really captures what the festival is all about. Whether it’s trying something new, rediscovering a previous interest, forming friendships, or simply enjoying a great show, there’s something for everyone. We’re proud to support a program that brings people together, promotes wellbeing, and recognises the significant contribution of older residents across the Shire.”