Events for older adults

The Engaged program includes:

• fitness activities and walking groups
• healthy living programs
• creative workshops
• community singing
• special events
• online and community-based programs
• Meet U There - neighbourhood café social meals groups
• Greet U There - a welcoming and inclusive space for older, LGBTIQA+ people and their carers and family to socialise and connect.

The Planning for your Future workshops run from June to December 2025. You can view the program here.(PDF, 53KB)

Community transport is available to most Engaged events and Stonnington libraries.

You may also find local groups running programs and events in our Community Directory.

Please note, the Engaged program does not operate on public holidays.

For more information on regular Engaged activities or to book your place, call 03 8290 3337 or email engaged@Stonnington.vic.gov.au

Meet U There

A new social group bringing the local community together over lunch at a Stonnington café.

Walk and talk buddies

Bringing the community together, one step at a time.
Enjoy walks and explore a different location each week with a friendly group of walking companions.

Freestyle Creatives

Bring along your own creative project to our weekly meet up group. Enjoy good company while you share stories on what you are making.

Fit Club

Functional exercise classes for active seniors at all fitness levels.

Community singing

Enjoy a feel-good sing-along with friends.

Move it to Music

This free and fun exercise class is aimed to keep you moving and enhance your well-being.

Tjanabi friendly meet up

Join us for a warm welcome at Grattan Gardens Community Centre.

Tai Chi at Greville Street forecourt

Join our free Tai Chi classes suitable for people of all levels every Tuesday morning.

The Thorne Birds

The Thorne Birds (formerly called Greet-U-There) is a new welcoming and inclusive space for older, LGBTIQA+ people to meet up over coffee.

Seniors Festival in Stonnington

Celebrate Seniors Festival in Stonnington from 1 to 31 October 2025. Featuring over 30 free and low-cost events that will empower, entertain and engage you.