More than 80 events to celebrate later life across Wakefield district

Wakefield Council is delivering the Time Well Spent Festival this October, bringing more than 80 events and activities for people aged 60 and over across the Wakefield district.

Now in its second year, the festival offers opportunities to get active, meet new people, learn skills and improve wellbeing. Many events are free or low-cost.

What's on at the festival

Activities include Forever Funky, a free daytime disco for over-60s; Silver Sunday, celebrating wellbeing, community and connection; Wakefield Mental Health Day; Wakefield Model Railway Show; and Pontefract Castle Tours.

Who is delivering it

The festival is delivered by Wakefield Council, Age UK Wakefield District and community partners. It is based on the Five Ways to Wellbeing: Connect, Stay Active, Keep Learning, Give Back and Take Notice.

How to find out more

The Time Well Spent Festival Guide 2026 contains full event listings and information on how to get involved. For more information and the festival guide, visit: https://wakefield.connecttosupport.org/stay-healthy/time-well-spent-festival-2026/