Join us this October as we celebrate older people and their valuable contribution to our community through the Darebin Seniors Festival 2026.
Throughout the month, local community groups, organisations, businesses and Council services will offer a diverse range of free and low-cost activities designed to help older people connect, learn, be active and have fun.
For enquiries about the Darebin Seniors Festival, please contact us on olderandactive@darebin.vic.gov.au.
Browse events by your local area:
You can also download the program guide: Darebin Seniors Month 2026(PDF, 550KB)
Meet local police over coffee and connect with others in a relaxed community setting.
Wednesday 7 October: 11am–12pm Venue: Treble Cafe, 21 Railway Place, Fairfield Bookings: Not required Cost: Free Contact: 0401 042 194
Learn practical health and wellbeing tips to support healthy ageing.
Saturday 10 October: 11am–12pm Venue: Fairfield Wellness Centre, 145C Station Street, Fairfield Bookings: Not required Cost: Free Contact: 0401 042 194
Enjoy lunch while learning how to identify scams and safely navigate emerging AI technologies.
Wednesday 14 October: 12pm–2.30pm Alphington Community Centre, 2 Kelvin Road, Alphington Bookings: Required Cost: Free Contact: 03 9499 7227
Enjoy a casual coffee and conversation with a local councillor
Wednesday 14 October: 11am–12pm Venue: Three Locals Cafe, 127 Station Street, Fairfield Bookings: Not required Cost: Free Contact: 0401 042 194
Experience guided meditation techniques to support relaxation and wellbeing.
Wednesday 21 October: 10.30am–12pm Venue: Brahma Kumaris Centre, 13 Railway Place, Fairfield Bookings: Not required Cost: Free Contact: 0401 042 194
Learn practical budgeting strategies, ways to reduce financial stress and how to access available supports.
Wednesday 21 October | 12pm–2:30pm Venue: Alphington Community Centre, 2 Kelvin Road, Alphington Bookings: Required Cost: Free Contact: 03 9499 7227
Join fellow book lovers for a community literary discussion and author presentation.
Sunday 25 October: 3pm–4pm Venue: Fairfield Community Centre, 84 Arthur Street, Fairfield Bookings: Not required Cost: Free Contact: 0401 042 194
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Enjoy social golf, coffee and friendship in a relaxed women-only environment. Suitable for beginners and experienced players alike.
Mondays in October: 10am–12pm Venue: Bundoora Park Public Golf Course, 1069 Plenty Road, Bundoora Bookings: Not required Cost: Free on 5 October, $12.50 every other Monday Contact: 03 9469 3880
Learn the basics of lawn bowls in a fun, social and beginner-friendly environment.
Fridays in October: 5–7pm Venue: Kingsbury Bowls Club, Dunne Street, Arch Gibson Reserve, Kingsbury Bookings: Required Cost: Free Contact: 0490 744 649
Experience gentle Qigong movements and a mindful walking meditation through the Homestead gardens.
Wednesday 14, 21 and 28 October: 11:15am–12:15pm Venue: Bundoora Homestead Art Centre, 7 Prospect Hill Drive, Bundoora Bookings: Not required Cost: Free Contact: 03 9496 1060
This event is part of our Get Active program.
Discover the fascinating history of Bundoora Homestead and its role in the local community.
Saturday 24 October: 11:30am–12:15pm Venue: Bundoora Homestead Art Centre, 7 Prospect Hill Drive, Bundoora Bookings: Suggested Cost: $10 Contact: 03 9496 1060
Build healthy habits through gentle walking, social connection and low-impact exercise.
Mondays in October: 12–1pm Venue: Northcote Aquatic & Recreation Centre, 180 Victoria Road, Northcote Bookings: Required Cost: Free Contact: 03 9088 4600
Enjoy live musical entertainment followed by afternoon tea and the opportunity to meet with club members.
Tuesdays in October: 12:30–3:00pm Venue: Northcote Senior Citizens Centre, 18A Bent Street, Northcote Bookings: Not required First visit free, $5 per session thereafter Contact: 0409 548 456
Enjoy a relaxed 9-hole round of golf followed by coffee and conversation in a welcoming women-only group.
Tuesdays in October: 10am–12pm Venue: Northcote Public Golf Course, 143 Normanby Road, Thornbury Bookings: Not required Cost: Free on 6 October, $12.50 every other Tuesday Contact: 03 9484 6961
Friendly competition or just a hit with mates. Fun, social hit of table tennis.
Thursdays in October: 10am–12pm Venue: Narrandjeri Stadium, 281 Darebin Road, Thornbury Bookings: Not required Cost: First class free - $5 per session thereafter Contact: 03 9989 5800
Stay active and social while learning traditional Greek dances. Suitable for all abilities.
Venue: Northcote Senior Citizens Centre, 18A Bent Street, Northcote Bookings: Not required Cost: Free Contact: 0416 098 162
Celebrate Greek Independence Day with music, dancing, singing and traditional delicacies.
Venue: Northcote Senior Citizens Centre, 18A Bent Street, Northcote Bookings: Required Cost: Free Contact: 0416 098 162
Explore Islamic art on a guided museum tour and create your own painted terracotta plate.
Venue: Islamic Museum of Australia, 15A Anderson Road, Thornbury Bookings: Required Cost: $14 Contact: 1300 915 171
Join a social guided bike ride to Bundoora Park, including morning tea and a farm tour.
Venue: Jika Jika Community Centre, 1B Plant Street, Northcote Bookings: Required Cost: Free Contact: 03 8470 8578
Free seminar with Exercise Physiologist. Discover how powerlifting-inspired strength training can boost strength, bone health, and independence as you age.
Wednesday 7 and 21 October: 2.30pm–3.15pm Venue: Northcote Aquatic & Recreation Centre, 180 Victoria Road, Northcote Bookings: Required Cost: Free Contact: 03 9088 4600
Dance to ballroom favourites including waltz, foxtrot and cha-cha. Afternoon tea is included.
Thursday 8 October: 1.30–3.30pm Venue: Northcote Senior Citizens Centre, 18A Bent Street, Northcote Bookings: Not required Cost: Free on 8 October, $5 every other Thursday Contact: 0417 889 959
Physiotherapist-led chair exercise followed by refreshments and friendly conversation. Suitable for all abilities.
Venue: Jika Jika Community Centre, 1B Plant Street, Northcote Bookings: Required Cost: Free Contact: 0461 567 859
Join other LGBTI+ seniors for a welcoming community BBQ and social gathering.
Monday 12 October: 11am–1pm Venue: Jika Jika Community Centre, 1B Plant Street, Northcote Bookings: Required Cost: Free Contact: 0407 303 901
Enjoy songs and music from around the world. Morning tea included.
Tuesday 13 October: 10am–12pm Venue: Yanada House, 92 Dennis Street, Northcote Bookings: Required Cost: Free Contact: 03 8470 8970
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Craft, cake and conversation about life and planning for your future.
Friday 23 October: 2.30–4.30pm Venue: Northcote Library Meeting Room, 32–38 Separation Street, Northcote Bookings: Required Cost: Free Contact: 0405 812 965
Enjoy a special performance by the Cultures Together Choir and celebrate community through music. Light refreshments provided.
Saturday 24 October: 2pm–3.30pm Venue: Northcote Senior Citizens Centre, 18A Bent Street, Northcote Bookings: Not required Cost: Free Contact: 0482 053 886
Wrap up the month with good company, great conversation and new connections.
Friday 30 October: 11am–12.30pm Venue: Northcote Aquatic & Recreation Centre, 180 Victoria Road, Northcote Bookings: Not required Cost: Free Contact: 03 9088 4600
Discover the health benefits of gentle Tai Chi suitable for all fitness levels and abilities.
Thursday 1 October 11am–12pm Venue: Preston Library, 266 Gower Street, Preston Bookings: Required Cost: Free Contact: 1300 655 355
Discover practical smartphone features including translation, scanning and accessibility tools for everyday life.
Friday 2 October: 10.30am–12pm Venue: Preston Library, 266 Gower Street, Preston Bookings: Required Cost: Free Contact: 1300 655 355
Celebrate Ghanaian culture with music, dancing, entertainment and community connection.
Sunday 4 October: 3–8pm Venue: Preston Shire Hall, 286 Gower Street, Preston Bookings: Not required Cost: Free Contact: 0426 925 631
Join Ged Kearney MP, Darebin Council and others for a morning tea and services expo.
Thursday 8 October: 9.30am–12pm Venue: Preston City Hall, 284 Gower Street Bookings: Not required Cost: Free Contact: 03 8470 8724
Celebrate the Chinese Moon Festival with cultural activities and community connection. Lunch afterwards – charges apply.
Sunday 11 October: 10am–1pm Venue: Preston City Hall, Preston Bookings: Required Cost: Free Contact: 0403 111 220
Celebrate and honour Darebin residents aged 90 years and over with a special lunch.
Wednesday 14 October: 12–2pm Venue: St George's Restaurant, Melbourne Polytechnic, 77 St Georges Road, Preston Bookings: Required Cost: Free for 90+ and carer/friend Contact: 0418 351 034
Learn how to recognise common scams and protect yourself online and offline.
Friday 16 October: 10:30am–12pm Venue: Preston Library, 266 Gower Street, Preston Bookings: Required Cost: Free Contact: 1300 655 355
Learn practical strategies for staying safe, active and independent while connecting with local services.
Thursday 22 October: 10am–1pm Venue: Darebin Intercultural Centre, 350 High Street, Preston Bookings: Not required Cost: Free Contact: 0430 096 595
Information session with Dementia Australia on memory loss and common changes that may occur with ageing.
Friday 23 October: 2-4pm Venue: Darebin North-West Uniting Church, 399A Murray Road Bookings are required. Book your ticket Cost: Free Contact: 0447 189 409
Join authors Peta Murray and David Carlin for an engaging discussion on ageing, identity and living well.
Thursday 29 October: 6.30–7.30pm Venue: Preston Library, 266 Gower Street, Preston Bookings: Required Cost: Free Contact: 1300 655 355
Enjoy social badminton followed by morning tea and conversation with a welcoming over-50s group.
Wednesdays in October: 10am–12pm Venue: Darebin Community Sports Stadium, 857 Plenty Road, Reservoir Bookings: Not required Cost: $5.50, free morning tea and board games on 7 October Contact: 03 9471 4935
Try a low-impact version of soccer designed for all fitness levels and abilities.
Wednesdays in October: 12–1pm Venue: Darebin Community Sports Stadium, 857 Plenty Road, Reservoir Bookings: Not required Cost: First class free. $5 per session thereafter Contact: 03 9471 4935
Build strength, balance and confidence through beginner-friendly small-group gym sessions.
Venue: Reservoir Leisure Centre, 2A Cuthbert Road, Reservoir Bookings: Required Cost: Free Contact: 03 9496 1050
Explore the history, music and instruments behind the Greek blues tradition of Rebetiko.
Tuesday 6 October: 6–7pm Venue: Reservoir Library, 23 Edwardes Street, Reservoir Bookings: Required Cost: Free Contact: 1300 655 355
Learn how to use your tablet, iPad or smartphone for photos, email, apps and staying connected with family and friends.
Fridays from 9 October: 2–4pm Venue: East Preston Community Centre, 7 Newton Street, Reservoir Bookings: Required Cost: First class FREE, $31 for full course Contact: 03 9462 6077
Learn how to safely sell household items online and reduce waste.
Tuesday 20 October: 6–7.30pm Venue: Reservoir Library, 23 Edwardes Street, Reservoir Bookings: Required Cost: Free Contact: 1300 655 355
Enjoy social games, afternoon tea and the opportunity to meet new friends.
Wednesday 21 October: 12.30–3pm Venue: East Reservoir Senior Citizens Club, 7A Strathmerton Street, Reservoir Bookings: Required Cost: Free Contact: 0417 663 949
Learn the popular sport of bocce with expert guidance. Morning tea provided.
Thursday 22 October: 10.30am–12:.30pm Venue: Lazio Marche Club, 237 Broadway, Reservoir Bookings: Required Cost: Free Contact: 03 9489 2103
Watch a fascinating documentary exploring life inside one of the world's largest retirement communities.
Tuesday 27 October: 6–7.45pm Venue: Reservoir Library, 23 Edwardes Street, Reservoir Bookings: Required Cost: Free Contact: 1300 655 355