From cooking, film making and art exhibits to retirement planning, line dancing and water sports – there’s something for everyone at this year’s NSW Seniors Festival.

While the festival, supported by Central Coast Council, officially runs from 13-24 February, the entire month of February is jam-packed with events and activities for Central Coast residents aged over 50.

Council Director Connected Communities, Julie Vaughan said the Festival celebrates seniors and their significant contribution to the community as workers, volunteers, neighbours, friends, parents and grandparents.

“People over the age of 60 represent more than 27 percent of our population, and they play a very important part in our community life,” Ms Vaughan said.

“This Festival provides local seniors with a great opportunity to get together, make new friends, learn a new skill or try something different. Pick up one of our calendars and choose from the more than 100 events on offer.”

One of the highlights of the Festival is the annual Seniors Concert and Expo at Central Coast Council’s Wyong office on Thursday 14 February. The popular concert will feature both amateur and professional entertainers and the expo will provide information about local aged care services.

Mayor Jane Smith said the Festival celebrates the role seniors play and the contributions they make to the NSW community and the increasing role they play in the local area.

“Seniors are an increasingly active and respected part of the community and are growing on the Coast,” Mayor Smith said.

“This Seniors Festival is a time to provide this part of our growing population with the opportunity to learn new skills and try different things and be active.

“This is your time to shine as a senior citizen on the Central Coast – have fun and celebrate your age, wisdom and experience in a fun and friendly environment.”

Pick up a copy of the full program for the NSW Seniors Festival from your 50+ Leisure & Learning Centre, Seniors Centre or local library, or find it online at centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/news.