SENIORS FESTIVAL
SENIORS FESTIVAL
Blacktown Seniors Festival returns to help locals‘ Live Life in Colour’
Blacktown City’ s seniors are set to take centre stage this March, with a vibrant program of events celebrating community, creativity and connection as part of the 2026 Blacktown City Seniors Festival.
Running from 2 to 15 March, the festival forms part of the NSW Seniors Festival and embraces this year’ s theme, Live Life in Colour. The annual celebration encourages older residents to stay active, discover new interests and strengthen social connections through a wide range of free and low-cost activities across the city.
Mayor Brad Bunting said the festival is an important opportunity to recognise the valuable role seniors play in the Blacktown community.
“ Seniors are increasingly giving more to society. Some are extending their working life, while others support families and volunteer in vital community roles,” he said.“ I encourage everyone to use the festival as an opportunity to discover new interests, make new friends and enjoy the many activities on offer.”
The packed program features something for every interest and ability, from gentle exercise classes, aqua aerobics and tennis lessons to creative writing groups, art sessions, knitting circles and craft workshops. Social favourites such as bingo, indoor bowls, line dancing and morning teas will also provide plenty of opportunities for fun and friendship.
Special events include the Seniors Week Concert at Bowman Hall on Thursday 12 March, featuring live entertainment, complimentary lunch and the announcement of Blacktown’ s Senior Citizen of the Year. The festival also includes informative sessions to help seniors navigate aged care services, improve online safety and access local support organisations.
Family connections are also a focus, with free grandparent and grandchild swim days at Blacktown’ s aquatic and leisure centres, giving families the chance to spend quality time together while staying active.
Blacktown City Council said the festival reflects the diversity, strength and vibrancy of the local senior community. With activities held at libraries, community centres, leisure centres and senior citizens clubs throughout Blacktown, Mount Druitt, Doonside,
Riverstone and Rooty Hill, the festival makes it easy for residents to participate close to home.
The festival also highlights the many clubs and programs available year-round, helping seniors remain socially connected, physically active and engaged in community life.
For Blacktown’ s seniors, the message is simple: it’ s never too late to try something new, reconnect with friends, and truly live life in colour.
Download the 2026 Seniors Week program- https:// www. blacktown. nsw. gov. au / files / content / public / v / 1 / community / our-people / olderpeople / 2026-blacktowncity-seniors-festival / blacktown-city-seniors- festival-booklet-2026- digital. pdf
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