Event Guide

Friday 28th June

Bold Botanicals

Open until 28th July

6pm

The Photographic Art of Loren Vanzella - Bold Botanicals solo exhibition serves as a platform that fosters risk-taking, experimentation, & freedom of expression, enabling me to push the boundaries of my creative process & produce innovative new works. This opens doors for experimenting with surreal elements, abstract concepts, and imaginative storytelling.

Lagoon Gallery, Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens

Crochet & Conversation

9am

Drop in for a morning of crocheting, coffee and conversation with our 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. Everyone is welcome. Crafters, crocheters or people who just like coffee and conversation.

Beachfront Bar and Restaurant.

Make An Offer Day

9am

Get ready for an exciting event at the Incredable Tip Shop. It's Make an Offer Day, where you have the power to name your price on a wide array of unique treasures. From 9 am to 12 pm, the doors are open for you to explore and discover hidden gems waiting for a new home. This is your chance to show off your bargaining skills and walk away with incredible finds at prices you set!

Incredable Tip Shop, 42 Crichtons Rd

Scarf Making, Snowflake Creation & Colouring In

10am

Embrace the magic of winter with our Cozy Winter Craft Daily Workshops!

Each day, enjoy a new craft project, from beanie craft and scarves making to decorating slippers and creating intricate snowflakes. Plus, indulge in winter-themed colouring in sheets. Perfect for all ages and skill levels, our workshops offer a heart-warming way to spend your winter days, creating handmade treasures and lasting memories. No bookings required.

Caneland Central

Saturday 29th June

Slipper Decorating, Snow Flake Creation & Colouring In

10am

Embrace the magic of winter with our Cozy Winter Craft Daily Workshops!

Each day, enjoy a new craft project, from beanie craft and scarves making to decorating slippers and creating intricate snowflakes. Plus, indulge in winter-themed colouring in sheets. Perfect for all ages and skill levels, our workshops offer a heart-warming way to spend your winter days, creating handmade treasures and lasting memories. No bookings required.

Caneland Central

Beginner Florist Workshop

12pm

Dive into a world of petals and passion at our upcoming Floristry Class by the Florist Fourways!

106-116 Nebo Road, West Mackay

Pink Picnic In The Park

1pm

Live music featuring Tiffany Grace local recording artist. Peter T, Kellie Maree, Graham Day, Les McSweeney and Rockin roll dancers. Mr Whippy and Dumpling hut vans present. Pink Picnic afternoon tea donated by local businesses. BYO picnic for your personal tastes and chair. No Alcohol No Glass. Fund raiser for Breast cancer research all donations welcomed.

Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens

Sunday 30th June

Just Keep Marching

9.30am

Join Murray and his mission of combatting veterans’ homelessness by attending a TriService (Navy, Army, Airforce) coin line challenge. Come down and contribute to a challenge between the services to get the bragging rights for the longest and most valuable line and speak to honoured veterans in support of raising funds for homelessness.

Bluewater Quay

Tunes In The Dunes      

3pm

Join in for a relaxing afternoon by the ocean with live acoustic music! The perfect setting for a laidback afternoon, bring your own food and drinks to this FREE event, or make it extra special and support a local business by ordering one of Deli Nook’s delicious platters! More details at Dunes Harbour Beach, Facebook.

Dunes Harbour Beach  

Monday 1st July

Hive Inflatable Fun Day  

8.30am

Join the indoor fun at the Mackay PCYC. Hive Inflatables are running sessions again which are all about fun active play in a massive inflatable playground. Bookings are required as there are limited spots available. Please book via Event Booking online.

PCYC, North Mackay

Wrap Up – Just Keep Marching  

4pm

Just Keep Marching WRAP UP! Come down to the blue water quay and hear from the RSL, homelessness services and special guests as you stay for a Borthwicks steak burger and soft drink. Murray will be coming in from his final lap after nine days of marching in support of homeless veterans. He will begin marching on the day at 6am if you would like to join in.

PCYC, North Mackay

Art Expedition Opening ’24 Night  

5.30pm

Gold coin donation entry. Come along to our Art Exhibition Opening night and help us raise funds for Grapevine Suicide Awareness Group Mackay. Featuring artwork from artists all over the Mackay region, indoor market stalls by local artists and a silent auction! More information and artist details coming soon. Email - admin@thegalleryloungeandbar.com.au or Text- 0481146813 for more information

The Gallery Lounge and Bar

Tuesday 2nd July  

When I Grow Up: Builder Wood Crafts Workshops  

9.30am

Learn the art of painting and create your own master piece! In a world full of possibilities, children’s minds are like blank canvases, ready to be filled with dreams. “When I Grow Up” will spark curiosity and ambition in young hearts. Kids will explore different career paths and think about their futures. Join us for a fun and inspiring event that helps kids dream big and learn about the world!

Caneland Central

Kids Walk and Pot Plant Deco

9.30am

Welcome to the Kids Walk & Pot Plant Deco event at Wetland Walkabout! Join in for a fun-filled day of exploring nature and getting creative with pot plant decoration. Let your kids unleash their imagination as they walk through the beautiful wetlands and learn about the environment. After the walk, they can show off their artistic skills by decorating their very own pot plants to take home. Bookings essential via Eventbrite.

Wetland Walkabout Makcay, Keeleys Rd, Andergrove

Wednesday 3rd July

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

Thursday 4th July

School Holiday Decorative Workshop

10am

Kid's Creative Cookie & Cupcake Decorating! Join in at Charlies Cafe these school holidays to decorate some cookies and cupcakes. When: Thursday 27th June. Time: 10am till 11am Location: Charlies Cafe - Porters Mitre 10 Mackay. Cost: $20pp. Each ticket includes kids lunch + adults small hot drink. Registrations essential - purchase tickets via Eventbrite.com

Charlies Café, Porters Mackay on Gordan Street

Riverside Markets

From 3pm

Come along and browse J2Fs collections of unique and colourful creations… Funky jewellery and fun kids clothing

Bluewater Quay Mackay

NAIDOC Celebrations

4pm

FREE Community event sponsored by DBCT

Cultural workshops and performances, face painting, balloon animals, kup murri and more

Mackay PCYC

Green Steel & The Future Risk Of Metallurgical Coal

6pm

Are you curious about the future of one of Queensland's biggest exports and its impact on our climate, economy, and communities? Join in on a FREE lively discussion with experts Simon Nicholas from the Institute of Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA), and Tim Buckley from Climate Energy Finance.

Souths Leagues Club

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