Best Deals During the Victorian Seniors Festival 2026
The Victorian Seniors Festival is back this October 2026, celebrating and enriching the lives of Victorians aged 60 and over. While we’re not involved in running the Festival, we’re here to help you enjoy it to the fullest. Throughout the month, Seniors Card holders can enjoy an array of exclusive promotions and special offers.
This article highlights some of the best deals, along with our personal recommendations, to help you make the most of the Festival’s perks.
We’re adding 2026 deals as they’re confirmed. Below you’ll find offers already locked in for this year’s Festival, with more added regularly as businesses and councils confirm their Seniors Festival specials.
While this article lists the best deals on offer, you can find our top pick of Seniors Festival events across regional Victoria here. And find our highlight events happening across metropolitan Melbourne here.
When is the Victorian Seniors Festival 2026?
From 1 October to 31 October 2026
When is Victorian Seniors Week 2026?
As a Victorian Seniors Card holder, you can explore Victoria with free public transport during the Victorian Seniors Festival.
Best Discounts For Seniors During Seniors Festival 2026
Seniors Month Sightseeing Deals in Melbourne
*Melbourne River Cruises (1 – 31 Oct 2026). Cruise the Yarra this Seniors Month with 20% off concession tickets on all sightseeing cruises when booking online. The discount is applied automatically at checkout for Seniors Card holders, or you can book in person at the kiosk on Berth 2, Southbank. Read Kathy’s review here for tips and insights on her own experience.
*Melbourne Skydeck (1 – 31 Oct 2026). Take your Melbourne adventure to new heights! At Melbourne Skydeck, Seniors Card holders enjoy an exclusive offer of $25 General Admission with a free tea or coffee to enjoy from the Skydeck. Available for walk-ins during October only; no pre-booking required. Read about Chris’ thrilling experience on The Edge here.
Arthur’s Seat Eagle Gondola Ticket (1 – 31 Oct 2026). 10% Seniors Card discount
Soar above the treetops on a scenic gondola ride to the summit of Arthurs Seat, taking in spectacular views across Port Phillip Bay, Melbourne’s skyline and the Mornington Peninsula National Park. Tickets from $22. Book online: Arthur’s Seat Eagle Gondola Ticket.
Alice’s Journeys Walking Tours of Daylesford (Fridays & Saturdays). 10% Seniors Card discount
Join a guided walking tour through Daylesford to explore its historic streets, beautiful gardens and hidden local stories, with a friendly local guide leading the way. Book tickets here.
Birrarung Wilam Walk – Public Walking Tour (Monday – Friday, 1.00 pm). Take 50% off this guided walk from Federation Square to the Aboriginal art installations along the Yarra, learning the stories of the Kulin Nation and Melbourne’s cultural history. Ends with a hands-on artefact session at the Koorie Heritage Trust. Seniors Card tickets $20. Book online.
Best Seniors Festival Deals on Attractions
*Peninsula Hot Springs (1–31 October). Time to unwind — Seniors Card holders enjoy Bath House entry from $50, and every visit in October goes into the draw for an overnight Eco Lodge stay worth $1,460! T&Cs here.
*SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium (book here) — Seniors Card holders get 20% off entry this October. Tickets from $32. Wander through underwater tunnels and come face-to-face with sharks, rays and rescued sea turtles. Read our review.
Smithsonian Starstruck: An Immersive VR Experience (Ongoing). 15% Seniors Card discount
Journey beyond the stars in a free-roam virtual reality adventure, where real astronomical data brings galaxies, black holes and distant worlds to life in an unforgettable immersive experience. Tickets from $34.50, book online here.
ArtVo (Ongoing). 18% off entry for Seniors Card holders
ArtVo transforms traditional art appreciation into an immersive experience, inviting visitors to step inside the interactive murals and unleash their creativity within a world where every wall becomes a canvas for boundless self-expression. Book ArtVo tickets here.
Machu Picchu VR: Journey to the Lost City (Ongoing). 15% Seniors Card discount
An immersive VR experience giving visitors the chance to walk through the famed ruins of Machu Picchu in extraordinary detail. Seniors Card tickets from $37.50, book online here. Read Marjie’s review here.
Rome: Empire, Power, People – Melbourne Museum (until 25 Oct 2026). This major Melbourne-exclusive exhibition brings ancient Rome to life through more than 150 original artefacts—including statues, mosaics and jewellery—exploring the Empire’s power, culture and everyday life through immersive displays and storytelling. Seniors Card tickets $30. Read Kathy’s review here.
Rippon Lea Estate Garden + Souvenir (Ongoing). 10% Seniors Card/Concession discount
Explore the magnificent Rippon Lea Estate, where nearly 14 acres of heritage gardens, tranquil lakes and grand Victorian landscapes provide the perfect setting for a relaxing day out. Tickets from $24. Book online here.
Best Seniors Festival Food and Drink Deals in Melbourne
Chocolate Buddha, Federation Square (1 – 31 Oct 2026). Tasty Japanese meals and a sushi train in the heart of the CBD. Festival special: When you spend $20 per head, enjoy a delicious dessert with tea or coffee for just $10. Also enjoy 10% off the total bill. Year-round offer of 10% discount. Highly recommended, read our review of Chocolate Buddha here.
Gaylord Indian Restaurant, Grand Hotel (1 – 31 Oct 2026). Authentic Indian dishes in a quiet and relaxed restaurant. Take 10% off your total bill when presenting your Seniors Card. Read our review here.
Strangers Corridor/Parliament of Victoria Dining Rooms (1 – 31 Oct 2026). Treat yourself to a royal affair at Parliament House in Melbourne and savour the essence of Victorian elegance in every sip and bite. Take 10% off the standard lunch menu or high tea. Read our review here.
Best Seniors Festival Deals on Live Shows & Entertainment
Mozart, Salieri & Pleyel – Australian Brandenburg Orchestra (15-18 Oct 2026). Receive our exclusive 20% discount on A & B reserve seats using code SENIORSMELB20. Explore the music and rivalry of Mozart and Salieri, alongside the elegant works of Ignaz Pleyel, in a sparkling performance by the Australian Brandenburg Orchestra on period instruments. Tickets here.
Melbourne Magic Show – Impossible Occurrences (Fridays, 7.30 pm or 9.30 pm). Experience mind-blowing illusions and mind-reading up close in this intimate magic performance by master magician Luke Hocking at the Marriott Hotel, Melbourne, blending sleight of hand, theatrical flair and audience interaction. $35 tickets (Seniors Card discount). Tickets & info here.
Need accommodation?
Read our guide: Best Hotels in Melbourne CBD: A Senior-Friendly Guide
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Useful outing guides
Find more great deals available now in our guides:
- 19 Seniors Meals & Discounts on Dining in Melbourne
- My Guide to Cheap Cinema Tickets in Melbourne
- Free Melbourne City Map with 10 Free CBD Experiences
- 2026 Victorian Seniors Card Discount Guide: Your Passport to Savings
- 25 Midweek Specials For a Cheap Lunch in Melbourne CBD
- 10 Ways to Score Cheap Theatre Tickets in Melbourne
- 16 Best Victorian Seniors Card Discounts to Melbourne Attractions
Free Public Transport for Seniors Month
In case you haven’t heard, Victorian Seniors Card holders receive a full week of completely free public transport across the state! Dates for 2026 are from 3 to 11 October.
Read our Guide to Free Public Transport for Seniors Week.
Find more
- For our list of top Festival events happening in Metropolitan Melbourne head here.
- Find our list of highlight Festival events happening in Regional Victoria here.
- The full list of 3,000+ events as part of the Victorian Seniors Festival official program is here.
- Need a hand getting around Melbourne? Travellers Aid is here to help, read more here.
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Disclaimer: Seniors in Melbourne is an independent platform and is not affiliated with the Victorian Seniors Festival, the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH), or the Victorian Government. All content is created and published independently.
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