Southern's Population Health Team will be joining communities across the District as part of the NSW Seniors Festival 2026, a statewide celebration run by the NSW Government in partnership with councils and community organisations. The festival runs from 2-15 March 2026 and celebrates the contributions of older adults while encouraging active, connected, and healthy ageing.
This year’s festival theme - Live Life in Colour - invites older people to embrace creativity, new experiences, and meaningful connections. Throughout the festival, councils and local organisations across NSW work together to deliver diverse, inclusive, and enriching community events
Where you'll find us:
- 2 March – Goulburn – Live Life in Color Expo and Official Opening
- 4 March – Batemans Bay – Guided Garden Stroll and Nature Art Activity
- 5 March – Yass – NSW Healthy Ageing Talk at the Yass Valley Library
- 9 March – Crookwell – Active Ageing Exercises at Crookwell Library
- 10 March – Dalmeny – Coastal Catch-Up and Morning Tea
- 11 March – Bega – Bega Valley Care Expo
- 13 March – Braidwood – Expo at the Braidwood National Theatre
The NSW Seniors Festival is the largest event of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere, bringing thousands of people together across the state. Our team is proud to be part of this statewide celebration and to support older adults to stay active, connected, and confident in their health.
Find more events near you during the NSW Seniors Festival or to learn more about programs, activities, and practical tips that support healthy and active ageing in NSW, visit the NSW Health Active & Healthy website.