NSW Seniors Festival

The festival celebrates the role and contributions of older adults to our local communities. Attracting tens of thousands of participants to events and activities across NSW, the festival is a much-loved, annual celebration.

The NSW Seniors Festival will take place from 1–14 March 2027. The theme is Discover. Connect. Celebrate!

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Key events

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NSW Seniors Festival Expo

The Expo is the place to be for all the latest information on travel, lifestyle, health products and more.

Premier's Gala Concerts

Live life in colour at our annual Gala Concerts

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Comedy Show

See the lighter side of life at the Seniors Festival Comedy Shows

NSW Seniors Festival Grants 2027 are now open!

The NSW Seniors Festival Grant Program supports community organisations and local councils to deliver events as part of the NSW Seniors Festival, held from 1–14 March 2027.

Funding is available to help create inclusive, engaging experiences that support seniors to stay active, connected and involved in their communities. From social gatherings and cultural activities to learning opportunities and intergenerational events, the program aims to bring people together to discover, connect and celebrate.

Grants of up to $5,000 for organisations and $10,000 for councils are available.

Applications are open now and close 12 August 2026.

Apply now and be part of NSW’s largest celebration for seniors.