The Minns Labor Government has awarded $5,000 in funding to Penrith City Council to support NSW Seniors Festival celebrations from 2-15 March 2026.

Penrith City Council will launch their Penrith Seniors Services Expo initiative which will deliver a Services Expo in 2026 to reach the over 400 residents who attend our yearly Penrith Seniors Comedy Gala. This initiative is in response to three years of feedback from senior residents eager to learn about the local services available to them.

The NSW Seniors Festival Grant Program supports a suite of engaging events statewide including wellbeing workshops, concerts and community outings.

Successful grant recipients were awarded following a robust selection process with 328 applications submitted from organisations and Councils across NSW.

For a full list of the successful recipients and to find out more, visit: www.nsw.gov.au/seniors-festival

Member for Penrith, Karen McKeown OAM MP said:

“Congratulations to Penrith City Council for working to ensure older people in our community can get involved with the NSW Seniors Festival.

“The NSW Seniors Festival is an opportunity for older people in Penrith to connect with the community and engage in a diversity of activities.

“We know older people are at risk of social isolation, which is why initiatives like this are vital.” 

Minister for Seniors Jodie Harrison said:

“The NSW Seniors Festival is always a special time for older people across the state to know they are valued, have fun and celebrate their contribution to community.

“Each year, Councils and local organisations put their best foot forward to deliver diverse and enriching events during the 2026 NSW Seniors Festival.

“The NSW Government is proud to support community efforts to make these events a success.”