u3a - u3a Week

u3a Week: 19-27 September 2026

u3a Week is an annual event to showcase the activity, learning and fun which takes place across the movement every day. It is a celebration of positive ageing, highlighting our members' lived experience.

This year's theme is expanding horizons. We're planning a brilliant line-up of online talks and events.

Across our social channels we'll be asking people to expand their horizons and try something new just for fun. We'd love to hear from members who are willing to take part and see what they might discover for the first time.

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Challenging u3a members to try something new

u3a week is back and, this year, it’s all about the joy of doing something new.

Alongside the usual open days and local events, we'd love for u3a members to take the opportunity to try something completely different, no matter how big or small.

One of the great things about u3a is having the chance to try out hobbies purely for the enjoyment of it – not to be the best or hit a particular goal! The sky’s the limit, but here are just a few ideas to get started:

Try origami
Bake something fancy (like macarons, profiteroles or a multi-layered celebration cake)
Try a new cuisine – either at a local restaurant or by following a recipe at home
Learn to count to ten in a language you don’t know
Write a poem or short story
Host a quiz night
Start a vegetable patch
Learn a dance routine
Research a topic you’ve always been curious about
Go to your local library and explore the history of where you live

Stay tuned for the line-up of talks and online events!

A look back on u3a week 2025

Across the movement u3as celebrated u3a week by connecting existing members together as well as hosting external events in their local communities. Members displayed their talents through handcrafted post box toppers and musical celebrations, and enjoyed lots of tea and cake.

Read more about u3a week 2025 on the u3a blog archive.

Read about u3a week

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