The 2026 NSW Seniors Festival is just around the corner, and we’re inviting older regional Australians to embrace this year’s theme, ‘Life in Colour’. Join us to connect with others, discover your inner creativity, and celebrate life in all its vibrancy.
As Australia’s largest celebration of seniors, the NSW Seniors Festival highlights the rich and diverse lives of our seniors. This year we’ve planned a series of free events and activities designed to inspire you to keep on learning, keep on connecting – and keep on having fun!
Join us in making this year’s festival truly special. Please note that bookings are essential for all events. You can call us on 1800 580 580 to learn more about our NSW Seniors Festival Program and book your place.
LiveBetter 2026 Seniors Festival Program of Events:
- Albury – ‘Colour me Curious’ Open Day
- Date and time: Tuesday, 10 March, 11am – 2pm
- Location: LiveBetter Office, 432 Townsend Street, Albury
Join us for an open day packed with come-and-try sessions, including strength classes, art, digital photo fun, and music. Light lunch provided.
- Broken Hill – High Tea & Hue
- Date and time: Tuesday, 3 March, 11am – 2pm
- Location: North Mine Hall, Lane Street, Broken Hill
Celebrate creativity and connection at our “High Tea & Hue” event! Enjoy an elegant high tea followed by a calming, guided paint-by-numbers experience. Light lunch provided.
- Broken Hill – Bingo, Beats & Colourful Rhythms
- Date and time: Wednesday, 11 March, 11am – 2pm
- Location: North Mine Hall, Lane Street, Broken Hill
Get ready for a high-energy day with “Bongo Beats & Colourful Rhythms”! Tap into your inner percussionist with a group drumming session before enjoying a classic game of bingo with prizes. Light lunch provided.
Orange – Anson in Action Open Day
- Date and time: Thursday, 5 March, 11am – 2pm
- Location: Anson Cottage 302 Anson Street, Orange
Celebrate the joy of movement, play, and connection at “Anson in Action.” This colourful open day features interactive games like bucketball, giant connect four, and quoits, plus wordplay and music. Light lunch provided
- Orange – Anson Alive
- Date and time: Monday, 9 March, 11am – 2pm
- Location: Anson Cottage 302 Anson Street, Orange
Keep the good times rolling with “Anson Alive!” – a vibrant day of connection and fun. Enjoy puzzles, singing, games, and laughter. Light lunch provided.
- Wagga Wagga – ‘Brew & Reminisce’ Memory Café
- Date and time: Monday, 2 March, 10.30am – 12pm
- Location: Gumleigh Gardens Community Hall, Albury Street, Wagga Wagga
Our “Memory Café” creates a warm and vibrant space for older adults, including those with memory loss and their carers, to connect over café-style coffee, games, and conversation. Morning tea provided.
- Wagga Wagga – Wednesday Wanderers: A Taste of Colour
- Date and time: Wednesday, 4 March, 10.30am – 2pm
- Location: 2/194 Lake Albert Road, Wagga Wagga
Our Wednesday Wanderers group invites you on a fun, social lunch outing where you’ll meet new people, visit the Botanical Gardens and enjoy a delicious BBQ lunch. Transport, meals, and drinks included.
