The Victorian Seniors Festival kicked off in Hume on Wednesday, October 1 with a one-and-a-half hour live performance by Jen and the Cocktail Crew at Broadmeadows Town Hall. This year’s festival was off to a rocking start, with a welcome by Hume’s Mayor Jarrod Bell, before those attending were treated to some morning melodies marking the official opening. The month-long festival brings concerts, tours, social activities and cultural experiences right to the doorstep of older residents living in the north. The Victorian Seniors Festival is backed by the state government in partnership with local councils, community groups and cultural organisations to recognise the contribution of seniors, encouraging them to take part in activities close to home and across the state. To keep up to date with all the events around Hume, check out the 2025 festival booklet.