Seniors Festival

The annual NSW Seniors Festival celebrates the role and contribution of older adults to local communities throughout Australia. Penrith Council, Penrith City Library and Ripples Leisure Centre work alongside the Penrith Community Care Forum (PCCF) and other stakeholders to present a program of activities for seniors that promote healthy ageing and acknowledge their value and contribution to the community.

The Penrith Seniors Festival is run in conjunction with the NSW Seniors Festival. In 2023, the festival is held from Wednesday 1 to Sunday 12 February and celebrates the theme "Let's Celebrate Together".

There are a range of free and low-cost events and activities for everyone to enjoy. We’ve compiled a program that you can access below or download the PDF here.

Penrith Seniors Festival Program for 2023

Penrith Seniors Comedy Gala, premier FREE Event!
Tuesday 7 February, 9:45am for free morning tea and welcome, Comedy Gala at 10:30am.
Book your spot by clicking here to go to The Joan Sutherland Performing Arts’ event page or call The Joan on 4723 7600 to secure your free tickets.

Internet for Beginners
Wednesday 1 February, 10am-2pm
If you have not used the Internet or find it too daunting, this short course will take you through the steps you will need to navigate the online world and "Surf the Net”.
To register, contact the Nepean Community College on 4724 9000.

Understanding Aged Care Costs
Thursday 2 February, 10am-12pm
St Marys Library or Online via Zoom
The Financial Information Service will explain the options around funding for aged care including home care, respite care and residential aged care costs.
To book your free space at this event, click here to go to the event webpage.

Chair Yoga
Friday 3 February, 11am-12pm
Penrith Library or Online via Zoom
Join Suzanne from Glenbrook Yoga Space as she guides us through a chair yoga session. This gentle stretching exercise class is perfect for anyone with mobility issues.
To book your free space at this event, click here to go to the event webpage.

Computers for Total Beginners
Friday 3 February, 10am-12pm
If you are terrified of a computer, this short course will get you started and give you the confidence to do more. To register, call the Nepean Community College on 4724 9000.

Fun with iPads
Tuesday 7 February, 10am-12pm
Penrith Library
Learn how to play trivia on an iPad, how to download games and how to navigate this digital device. Win some prizes and learn more about tablets and how to use them. Proudly presented by Digital Literacy Foundation.
To book your free space at this event, phone the Library on 4732 7891.

Grandparents Story Time – FREE session and no booking is required.
Tuesday 7 February, 10:30-11:30am – St Marys Library
Wednesday 8 February, 10:30-11:30am – Penrith Library
Thursday 9 February, 10:30-11:30am – St Clair Library
In celebration of Seniors’ Festival, preschool children will enjoy a story that explores the importance of Grandparents. Suitable for children 3-5 years and their parents, grandparents, or carer.

Skype for Beginners
Wednesday 8 February, 10am-12pm
Start using Skype, the free voice communication software. Skype will save you a lot of money on calls while allowing you to keep in touch with friends and Family via video or voice. To register, call the Nepean Community College on 4724 9000.

Author Talk – Joanna Nell, Tickets $5
Thursday 9 February, 2pm-3pm
Penrith Library or Online via Zoom
Joanna Nell is a British-Australian writer, GP and advocate for positive ageing. She is the author of four bestselling novels The Single Ladies of Jacaranda Retirement Village, The Last Voyage of Mrs Henry Parker, The Great Escape From Woodlands Nursing Home, and The Tea Ladies of St Jude's Hospital.
Tickets are $5 and include afternoon tea. To book, click here to go to the author talk’s event webpage.

Sip and Chat Morning Tea including the “Tree of Life” on the advantages of ageing
Thursday 9 February, 10am-11:30am
FREE coffee/tea/or hot chocolate and pastry
At Cassandra’s on the Park, 131 Queen Street St Marys. To register, call Antoinette on 4723 9277 or 0477 153 402 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Cooking Class
Thursday 9 February, 12pm at Ripples Leisure Centre, Charles Hackett Dr, St Marys
Join our Ripples Dietitian in a fun and engaging cooking class. You will come away with the tools and skills to take control of your diet and learn how to make a tasty nutritious meal!
To register, call 9833 3075 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.