Frankston Seniors Festival 2026

Published on 18 August 2026

The Frankston Seniors Festival runs from 6 to 31 of October every year, as part of the Victorian Seniors Festival.

In collaboration with Frankston City Council's Postive Aging team, you can enjoy a range of free events at Frankston City Libraries for older Victorians. Take your pick from FrankTALKs, book club groups, exercise classes, tech information sessions, dancing and more!

FrankTALK Ken Piesse - '100 Not Out'

Join acclaimed sports writer, historian and broadcaster Ken Piesse as he returns to discuss his latest book, 100 Not Out, a fascinating celebration of 100 years of Victorian country cricket.

Denim N’Lace Line Dancing at Seaford Library

Discover the joy of line dancing – a fun, easy to follow way to stay active, enjoy great music, and connect with others. Enjoy a free, fun session with Nic featuring a demonstration and an all-abilities class. No bookings, partner or experience required.

Denim N’Lace Line Dancing at Frankston Library

Book Club Information Session

Ever wanted to start your own book club or try out being in one? Come along to a book club information session and learn about our Book Club program and the fabulous titles in our Book Club collection.

Unlocking the world of eBooks and eAudiobooks: BorrowBox and Libby

Want to listen to audiobooks on the go? Discover how to access audiobooks and more on your device and get started with hands-on help with library e-resources.

Unlocking the world of eBooks and eAudiobooks: BorrowBox and Libby

Want to listen to audiobooks on the go? Discover how to access audiobooks and more on your device and get started with hands-on help with library e-resources.

Let’s talk about Artificial Intelligence

Artificial intelligence is becoming part of everyday life. We’ll explore what A.I. is, how it’s used in common tools and services, and what to keep in mind around privacy and safety.

Unlocking the world of eBooks and eAudiobooks: BorrowBox and Libby

Want to listen to audiobooks on the go? Discover how to access audiobooks and more on your device and get started with hands-on help with library e-resources.

The Letterbox Project

Positive Ageing, supported by Frankston City Libraries, invites you to be part of The Letterbox Project.

Stay Safe Online

The internet offers many benefits, but it’s important to know how to stay safe. In this session we’ll explore how to recognise the warning signs that something isn’t right.

FrankTALK with Tricia Stringer

Who doesn't love a luxurious holiday? But even paradise can have an off day... A funny, warm and wise insight into the joys and challenges of finding community in the most unlikely places, from the bestselling author of The Road Trip.

Reminiscence Library

Join us to relax, reminisce and enjoy a supportive community for people living with dementia and their carers.

Senior's Month: PARC Active Movers in the Library

Join us at Frankston Library for PARC Active Movers, a fun and low-impact fitness class designed especially for older adults and those with limited mobility.

FrankTALK with Alan Wickes - The Second Storey Man

'The Second Storey Man' - 70 years of Victorian Aussie Rules footy history with local author Alan Wickes OAM.

FrankTALK with William McInnes

Frankston City Libraries are thrilled to welcome back beloved Australian actor and author William McInnes for his wry and heartwarming observations about the ups, downs and unique quirks of Aussie life.

Entertainment and fun with technology.

Technology isn’t just practical — it can be fun too! In this session, we’ll look at digital entertainment options such as streaming movies and TV shows, online hobby and interest groups, games, puzzles, and more.

Safe Driver

Join Frankston Council’s Safer Communities team at the library for an informative and engaging presentation designed to help older drivers stay safe, confident, and independent on the road.

Crafty Connections

Bring along your current craft project to work on in a fun and relaxed crafty environment. All craft styles and skill level are welcome.

Grandparents and Great-Grandparents take over Storytime!

We invite Grandparents and Great-Grandparents to bring their little ones to our storytime sessions to enjoy classic picture books and songs from years gone by.
This is a free session for 3 - 5 year old preschoolers.

Treasure and Tales Seniors Festival

Every item has a story – would you like to share a story about an item that you have?Whether it’s a collectable with character, a souvenir from a holiday, a special shell from a beach find or a favourite photo, we’d love to hear the tale behind it.Not ready to share? No problem&...

Grandparents and Great-Grandparents take over Storytime!

Chatty Cafe

Frankston City Libraries is excited to bring our community a Chatty Café table in the library lounge of the Frankston Library on Tuesdays. Come along, grab a coffee from a local cafe, and join our friendly Chatty Café group for a casual conversation about anything and everything. Th...

Puzzle hour - Brain Training

Looking for a fun way to stay sharp and social? Puzzle Hour is a weekly program designed especially for older adults who want to keep their minds active and engaged. Enjoy a variety of puzzles including crosswords, sudoku, word games, and more in a friendly, relaxed setting. Whether you...

World Sight Day - Ask an Optometrist

Presented by Frankston optometrist Sunil Banga, this World Sight Day session will help older adults understand eye conditions that become more common with age.