Event Guide 31 Oct

Friday 1st November

Crochet, Coffee and Conversation
9am
Drop in for a morning of crocheting, coffee and conversation with a friendly group of Northern Beaches locals at Beachfront Bar & Restaurant on Bucasia Esplanade. 
BYO crochet tools or you’re welcome to borrow from the communal box 
Bucasia Esplanade, Beachfront Bar and Restaurant.

Australia A and India A Men’s Cricket
10am, 31st October – 3rd November
Get ready for an exciting four-day match between the Australia A and India A Men's teams! This match is part of the biggest Indian summer ever, with the hugely supported Indian men’s and women’s teams playing several matches in Australia. Entry: FREE for everyone!
Great Barrier Reef Arena

Art Party Afternoons
3pm
Do you have an existing arts project that you are looking to finish? Are you looking to meet up socially with other artists in an accessible environment? Art Party Afternoons recognises all of the unfinished projects (crochet, painting, craft, zine, artist book, comic, scribbles…whatever you are working on!). The monthly art hangs will connect a like-minded community to get creative inspo and provide you a place to make. Come and make art and have conversations with other artists from the community. Art Party Afternoons is a self-led event - bring your own project and share a cup of tea and a chat!
Crossroad Arts Mackay

The Travelling Film Festival
From 6.30pm
Film & Arts Mackay is pleased to support the 2024 Travelling Film Festival, celebrating 50 years in 2024. TFF Mackay showcases an exciting line-up of international and local films. THERE’S STILL TOMORROW, the SFF 2024 Official Competition Winner, the Italian box office smash and witty melodrama follows an industrious woman in post-WWII Rome. Film and Arts Mackay is proud to be co-hosting the Opening Night event to kick off the weekend in style. Join in for a glass of sparkling and some nibbles before the film from 6:30pm. Tickets via https://www.sff.org.au/tff/program/mackay
BCC Cinemas Mackay Mount Pleasant

Saturday 2nd November

Mackay Parkrun
7am
Mackay parkrun - it's you against the clock! Mackay parkrun is a FREE, timed, 5km run, jog or walk put on by the community for the community at 7am every Saturday morning in Mackay. Meet near the Botanic Gardens Playground to start. Head to website to register - https://www.parkrun.com.au/
Botanic Gardens Playground

Zonta’s Mackay Women Annual High Tea
9.30am
Gather your friends, family, and colleagues for an elegant and uplifting morning at the Annual Mackay Women's High Tea! In addition to indulging in delightful food and drinks, you’ll be inspired by incredible guest speakers and treated to unique entertainment from Rhythm Business, led by Jennifer and Karen. Through the transformative power of rhythm, conversation, and play, they’ll guide you in an interactive experience designed to boost wellbeing and foster both personal and professional growth.
Ocean International

Grind Shrine Halloween
5.30pm
It’s that time of year again, HALLOWEEN and to celebrate Grind Shrine Sk8 Shop will be hosting their annual jam at the Sugar Bowl skate park Mackay! Kicking off from 5:30 - 6:30pm with a beginner/intermediate group learn to skate session for $25pp followed by a FREE BBQ & treats. From there they will begin with their usual antics running a number of jam style events such as our - Death race, switch race, last man standing, game of S.K.A.T.E, highest Ollie, longest grind and best tricks on multiple obstacles with PRIZES for best dressed and more!
Sugar Bowl Skate Park Mackay

Sunday 3rd November  

Sunday Buffet Breakfast
9am-11am
Enjoy a delicious buffet breaky with family or friends this Sunday at Goosies Sport and Recreation Club. $20 for Members or $23 for non-members. Children 12 or under $10.
Goosies Sport and Recreation Club

Live Music At The Pinnacle
11.30am-3pm
Enjoy live music with Mustang Sally from 11:30 am to 3 pm! Indulge in delicious pies, crumbed steak, and in-house sweets for a perfect day out with great food and tunes. TattoosbyColin is also present at the hotel until 6th November so come on and down and witness the ultimate fusion of art, travel and self—expression!
Pinnace Family Hotel

Monday 4th November  

Community Engagement Session- Muller Playground Renewal
4pm
Join the Mackay Regional Council at the upcoming community engagement session to have your say on new playground equipment for Muller Park. Not able to attend the session? You can still be involved by providing your feedback via the online survey at www.connectingmackay.com.au/muller-park-playground. 
The survey will be open from Monday, November 4, 2024 at 11.59pm to Monday, November 25, 2024 at 11.59pm.
Muller Park, 88 Boundary Road, Ooralea

Tuesday 5th November  

Melbourne Cup Luncheon
11.30am
Live race coverage in Oceans Bar & Restaurant with chef curated canapé selections to share with your group & a glass of bubbles on arrival! Prepayment is required upon purchase. Call 4957 2044 to book your table!
Ocean International

Wednesday 6th November  

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

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

Thursday 7th November  

November Coffee Catch Up
7.15am
Start the day with great coffee and even better company and join Cool Mango Salad Bar on Thursday 7 November from 7:15am for a monthly coffee catch up. A great opportunity to catch up with likeminded go-getters in a casual environment. Stay as little or as long as you’d like! 
Cool Mango Salad Bar

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

Community Rhythm Circle
5.30pm
Everyone is welcome in the Community Rhythm Circle. Whether you're an experienced percussionist or have never picked up a drum before. The goal is to create a space where people can come together, and share some joy through rhythm and play. 
They’ve got the drums, you just need to bring your smile and a willingness to join in the fun. Spend some time checking out the fabulous Mackay Riverside Market and enjoy the live music vibe created my Jamesley and the other talented musicians
Bluewater Quay/Riverside Markets

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