Event guide 25 October

Friday 25th October

Avanti Mackay’s Pink Ribbon Breakfast
10.30am
A Pink Ribbon Breakfast will be hosted on October 25 at 10:30am, featuring sweet treats and mini-games to raise funds for the National Breast Cancer Foundation. Attendees are encouraged to wear pink, bring a plate of their favourite treats, and join the fun. Spread the word and get involved in supporting cancer research!
Avanti Health Centre Mackay

Sausage Sizzle On The Veranda
4pm
Live music with Just Jo from Mango Junction at 4pm to 7pm on the veranda with a free sausage sizzle then stick around for The Collective singing in the main bar from 8pm til late
Mackay Northern Beaches Bowls Club

Mackay West Rotary Christmas Fair
5.30pm (Friday and Saturday)
The MP Curtin & Co and Mackay West Rotary Christmas Fair returns on October 25-26 at the Mackay Showgrounds, 5:30pm-8:45pm. Highlights include fireworks at 8:30pm, Santa photos, rides, food, and more.  Entry is free, and all funds raised support local charities. This event promises two evenings of festive fun for the whole community!
Mackay Showgrounds

LIVE Music
6-9pm
Enjoy Shanksy LIVE at Ocean International – it’s a performance you won’t want to miss! Pizzas & tapas available on the deck! Call 4957 2044 to make your booking!
Ocean International

Women’s Fellowship
7pm
Iron sharpens iron. Women band together and uplift one another. Join Life Giving Church women's fellowship this October!  
Life Giving Church

Saturday 26th October  

Weaving Workshop
9.30am
Enjoy a morning of learning how to weave with raffia. Nitari teaches the basic weaving styles to weave baskets coaster and woven jewellery. 12 participants only MUST BOOK your place cost is $40 per person pay on the day. Enjoy morning tea at Country Cafe
Yakapari Country Crafts and Community Centre

Global Grooves 2024
3pm
Travel the world in a single afternoon and celebrate our diverse cultural communities that together make up our proud Mackay region. Running from 3pm to 8pm at the spacious Queens Park, this free community event will feature an array of performances from multicultural artists, local community groups, and a range of talented musicians. Get your groove on or take part in the many activities and workshops on show throughout the event. Browse the market stalls or tantalise your tastebuds with the array of both local and exotic foodie delights. This event is not to be missed!
Queens Park

Palm Royale Poolside Soiree
5.30pm
Crossroad Arts presents: PALM ROYALE POOLSIDE SOIREE ARTS FUNDRAISER
Make A SPLASH Poolside At Our Exclusive Long Table Twilight Fundraiser Event. 
Crossroad Arts are dipping their toes into the pool for this glamorous poolside arts fundraiser event. The premiere Palm Royale Poolside Soiree event is proudly supported by Principal Sponsor Mackay City Property, and promises to be this year's most unique immersive outdoor dining experience. Tickets: $185pp or $1,750 for a table of 10
Memorial Pool, Milton Street Mackay

Sunday 27th October  

Eatz and Beatz Mini Festival
12pm
Eatz & Beatz returns with a mini festival Sunday session! Enjoy live performances from Eales Road, Gypsy NYX, Josh Notting, Josh Vine, and Rebelquin. Festival fun includes face painting, hula hoops, and juggling. Whether it’s for the music, activities, or just to relax, this mini festival promises a great weekend vibe for everyone!
Seabreeze Hotel

TRI Skills Workshop
2pm
A free Tri Skills Session will be held at Memorial Pool, starting at 2pm. Open to all skill levels, this session includes 20-minute workshops on swim technique, bike positioning, mount/dismount tips, and essential run drills, with 10-minute Q&As in between. Whether a beginner or seeking a refresher, attendees can learn and have fun!
Mackay Memorial Swimming Centre

Monday 28th October  

FREE Come and Try Lawn Bowls
Enjoy a fun session learning to play lawn bowls. Come to one, some, or all sessions. Bowls provided or bring your own. Wear comfortable clothing, flat soled footwear. Undercover venue so a hat is not required. All welcome. Phone/text 0427 275 492 to book or more information.
Mackay City Bowls Club, Cnr Shakespeare and Shaw Streets.

Tuesday 29th October  

Mackay Farmers’ Market
6:30 – 10:30am
Shop local at the Mackay Farmers' Market and enjoy a morning on the Pioneer River.
Grab your reusable coffee cups, drink tumblers, water kefir bottles, produce and carry bags and stop in at the Mackay Farmers' Market every Wednesday.
Bluewater Quay

Indoor Pop Up Play Spaces
1pm
Drop in and explore our interactive play spaces for young children from birth to five years. These activities and experiences help support children’s physical, mental, social and emotional development. 
No bookings are required.
Gordan White Library

Wednesday 30th October  

Explore A Gym
9am
Bring your child along for a morning of FUN! Explore-A-Gym is a 2 hour play session that is designed to give your child the opportunity to learn and explore in a non-structured environment. Suitable for ages 18 months to 5 years. Cost is $12/child
5 Snow Wright CRT, Beaconsfield. Mackay

Riverside Markets
3pm-8pm
Come along and browse collections of unique and colourful creations by crafted by local talents. Explore clothing, handmade cultural items and delicious food and drinks from local vendors by the river, every Thursday!
Bluewater Quay

Thursday 31st October  

Light Party 2024
3pm
The Light Party is a Free Community Event held at the Blue Water Quay on the 31st of October as an alternate to Halloween. Dress up as your favourite light-hearted, positive character & complete a passport of fun activities with the kids!! The activities are based around a historical figure, Martin Luther who lived in the 1500s. You will learn about his life and faith and how he was used to bring the light to the medieval dark ages. Join us for a whole bunch of fun and celebration!
Blue Water Quay

Bunnings Warehouse Halloween Event
5pm
Following the great success of Bunning's Mackay North's Father's Day event, the Mercs have been invited back to put on another awesome combat display for you for Halloween. It won't be too scary for the littlens and there will be carpark activities, yummy snags and lots of fun!
Bunnings Mackay North

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