The Victorian Seniors Festival is a major state-wide festival for Senior Victorians, which runs right across the month of October every year. During the Festival, Seniors can find free and low-cost events throughout the state, and Council have just released their own contributing calendar of activities.The month of special events for Seniors includes free entry to the highly anticipated What the World Needs Now show at Ararat Town Hall, a free bus tour of Ararat with accompanying (and fascinating) historic guide, selected free classes at Ararat Fitness Centre, a painting workshop with Lars Stenberg at Ararat Gallery TAMA, and much more.See the full schedule of events below, and be sure to make your booking if the event stipulates. If you have any questions or need help booking events, called Ararat and Grampians Visitor Centre on 1800 657 158, or visit the Visitor Centre in person at 82 Vincent Street Ararat.Wednesday 2 OctoberFree concert: What the World Needs Now: Fab Sounds of the Swinging Sixties and Seventies11am – 12.10pm @ Ararat Town Hall, Barkly St, AraratBookings essential: ararattownhall.com.auFriday 4 OctoberThe Everly Bros & Buddy Holly Tribute Show7.30pm - 9.30pm @ Willaura Memorial HallAdult $20 Concession $15 Bookings essential: ararattownhall.com.auTuesday 8 OctoberFree entry to Langi Morgala Museum10am – 3pm @ Langi Morgala Museum, 48 Queen St, AraratFree raffle entry includedBooking not requiredWednesday 9 OctoberFree Ararat Town Tour 10.30am - 2.30pm @ Ararat Railway Station, Birdwood Avenue, AraratEnjoy a free bus tour to learn about the fascinating history of Ararat with free time to browse and have lunch!Bookings essential: www.seniorsonline.vic.gov.au/festivalThursday 10 OctoberFree entry to Langi Morgala Museum10am – 3pm @ Langi Morgala Museum, 48 Queen St, AraratFree raffle entry includedBooking not requiredSaturday 12 OctoberFree entry to Langi Morgala Museum1pm – 4pm @ Langi Morgala Museum, 48 Queen St, AraratFree raffle entry includedBooking not requiredSaturday 12 OctoberFree entry to Gum San Chinese Heritage Centre10am – 3pm @ Gum San Chinese Heritage Centre, 31-33 Lambert St, AraratBooking not requiredSunday 13 OctoberFree Concert: Honky Tonk QueensJoin Amber Joy Poulton as she delivers songs that celebrate the first Queens of Country – Patsy Cline, Dolly Parton, Tammy Wynette and Loretta Lynn2.30pm - 3.30pm @ Ararat Town Hall, Barkly St, AraratBookings essential: ararattownhall.com.auMonday 14 OctoberFree event: Paul “PK” Kelly – On Country2pm – 3pm @ Ararat Town Hall, Barkly St, AraratJoin us for an intimate talk from proud Gunditjmara - Kirrae Wurrong man and highly regarded yidaki (didgeridoo) player and cultural performer, Paul “PK” Kelly.Bookings essential: www.seniorsonline.vic.gov.au/festivalMonday 21 OctoberFree event: Healthy Eating with Sallyanne PiskLearn the secret to changing your eating habits for good without dieting, with qualified dietician and mindfulness practitioner Sallyanne Pisk.11am @ Ararat Library, corner Barkly & Queen Streets, AraratBooking not requiredMonday 21 OctoberFree classes @ Ararat Fitness Centre, 61-73 High St, Ararat8.45am - Walk n Talk with Rhonda10.00am - Stretch & Strengthen with Jessie11.00am - Active Adults with Shirley6.00pm - Water Aerobics with RhondaBooking not requiredTuesday 22 OctoberFree classes @ Ararat Fitness Centre, 61-73 High St, Ararat6.15am - Spin with Amy10.00am - Water Aerobics with Rhonda11.00am - Walk n Talk with Shirley2.00pm - Water Aerobics with MarianneBooking not requiredWednesday 23 OctoberFree movie2pm @ Ararat Library, cnr Barkly & Queen StreesBooking not requiredThursday 24 OctoberOpen House @ Uniting AgeWell, 34 View Point St, Ararat1.30pm - 3.30pmEnjoy a complimentary Devonshire Tea and learn how you can give back to your communityBooking not requiredFriday 25 October SOS - The Australian ABBA Tribute Show8pm – 10.15pm @ Ararat Town Hall, Barkly St, AraratPrices from $35Bookings essential: ararattownhall.com.auThursday 31 October Free event: Simply Color Art Workshop with Lars StenbergLearn simplified palettes and an approach to painting to make your pictures sing with vibrant, harmonious colour10.30am - 3.30pm @ Ararat Gallery TAMA, 82 Vincent St, AraratBookings essential: araratgallerytama.com.au  This program is proudly brought to you by Victoria State Government, Victorian Seniors Festival 2024, and Ararat Rural City Council.

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