Seniors Festival in Moorabool

Your event can be as simple or as creative as you like.

Events may include an open day, come and try event or showcase an existing program you run. Ideas may include: 

• Workshops - cooking demonstrations, gardening tips, technology sessions, health or service information

• Creative classes - such as jewellery making, painting, pottery, or crafting with natural materials

• Dance sessions - from ballroom and line dancing to Zumba or cultural dance

• Fitness activities - gentle movement, yoga, tai chi or guided walking groups

• Live music or performances - solo acts, choirs, dance groups or small theatre

• Art installations or exhibitions - showcase local talent or collaborative community art

• Cultural activities - storytelling sessions, traditional craft, cultural food tastings, or performances representing First Nations, migrant or multicultural communities

• Film screenings - classic films, local documentaries, or matinee movie days with discussion

You can even pool your resources and partner with another group to run an event together!

Any local community groups, sporting clubs, volunteer organisations, service providers, business or not-for-profit organisations based in Moorabool Shire are encouraged to submit an Expression of Interest.

Yes! We encourage your program to be free or low cost to support a wide range of participation of older people across the month. This could include:

• Free entry where there would usually be a charge applied
• Waiving participation or registration fees for the activity
• Offering gold coin entry instead of a set fee
• Removing ticket costs for performances, workshops or classes
• Providing complimentary morning tea or refreshments
• Subsidising costs so attendees only pay a small portion
• Using donated materials so there is no supply fee to participants
• Offering the event as a free community session hosted by your group

Council will promote all approved events in Moorabool Council's own program guide which is distributed around the Shire. Your event will also be promoted on Council’s website and with posters if required.

Your event will be included in a coordinated festival calendar to help residents easily find and attend activities across the Shire.

Council officers are also here to help develop your idea!

Council has a small pool of funding available to support community groups planning something special for this years Senior's Festival. If your event or program needs a little boost to make it truly shine and it meets the funding criteria, we'd love to hear from you. To find out more or check if your idea is eligible, please email info@moorabool.vic.gov.au or call 5366 7100.

Hosting an event is a great way to showcase your organisation, connect with the community, attract new members or participants and contribute to a Shire-wide celebration of positive ageing.

Expressions of Interest are now open and close on Sunday 26 July 2026.

To submit your event,  Complete the registration form here or a paper form can be sent to you. 

For more information, please contact the Community Development team on (03) 5366 7100 or email info@moorabool.vic.gov.au

Here are some of the exciting programs that were held during the 2025 Seniors Festival in Moorabool

• Bacchus Marsh Probus Quizzame - trivia session with lunch provided
• Come and Try Linedancing - Free for seniors during the month
• Come and Try Ukulele - a one off session with supper provided
• Men's Shed Open Day - BBQ lunch provided 
• CWA Devonshire Tea - free scones and coffee
• Come and Try Singing - free session with supper provided
• Bacchus Marsh Historical Society scanning day - free scanning of historical documents and morning tea
• CWA lunch -  low cost meal provided
• Neighbourhood House - free come and try classes
• Bacchus Marsh Leisure Center - free exercise classes every Friday during the month
• Bacchus Marsh Leisure center - discounts on seniors passes during the month
• A range of information workshops on gardening, finances, health, safety and scams

Call: 5366 7100

Email: info@moorabool.vic.gov.au

In person (please call to make an appointment): 

Darley Civic and Community Hub 182 Halletts Way, Darley, 3340 Open weekdays 8.30am-5pm

Lerderderg Library 215 Main Street, Bacchus Marsh Open weekdays 8.30am-5pm

Ballan Office 15 Stead Street, Ballan, 3342. Open weekdays 8.30am-5pm