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Friday 14th June

Be A Hero For Heart Kids
9am
Join in on the 14th of June for a sausage sizzle in support of Heart Kids charity! All donations will go towards helping children with heart conditions. Event by Incredable Tip Shop.
42 Crichtons Rd, Paget 

The Complete Works Of William Shakespeare (Abridged)
2pm
An irreverent, fast-paced romp through the Bard’s plays, The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) was London’s longest-running comedy having clocked a very palpable nine years in London’s West End at the Criterion Theatre! Join these madcap performers as they weave their wicked way through all of Shakespeare’s Comedies, Histories and Tragedies in one wild ride that will leave you breathless and helpless with laughter. On from 14-16th June
Building 21 Boundary Rd, Ooralea

Mackay Tennis Open Tournament
2.40pm
The 2024 Mackay Open Tournament allows you to test your skills against players from other clubs, with live-streaming. The event offers great food, camaraderie, and a chance to play against players from other clubs.
Mackay Table Tennis Association, 76 Bridge Rd, South Mackay

Nathan Kennedy Live
6.30pm
Get ready for a night to remember! Head down to the Burb for an unforgettable live performance by the incredible Nathan Kennedy! Feel the vibe, enjoy the music, and make memories from 6:30pm-10:30pm. See you in the bar for a fantastic evening of entertainment!
Souths Suburban Bowls Club


Saturday 15th June

Pilates 2024 with Katrina at Laffos
7am
Pilates with Katrina for LRC Runners after your Saturday morning run / walk. Please bring mat and $5.
Undercover area opposite Laffos Bar & Pizzeria, Caneland

Mackay Broken to Brilliant Connection Walk
8am
Mackay Broken to Brilliant Connection Walk. Join in on the 3rd Saturday of every month for the Mackay Broken to Brilliant Connection Walk, which combines the beauty of outdoor walking with a focus on connection and gratitude. Let's walk together, heal together, and shine brilliantly in the face of life's challenges. We can't wait to meet you by the beautiful beach at Bucasia.
Beachfront Bar and Restaurant

Finley Smith Memorial Cup
10am
The Finley Smith Memorial Cup is back! After the overwhelming success of our event last year, where we raised over $43,000 (exceeding our original target of $15,000), we are thrilled to announce that the Finley Smith Memorial Cup will be returning on the 15th of June 2024. Let's make the Finley Smith Memorial Cup 2024 the best one yet!
The Bistro at Harrup Park, South Mackay 

Sunday 16th June

The Pioneer Valley Show
Open from 6am
Celebrating 60 Years of The Pioneer Valley Show - an iconic event in the community, widely regarded by fellow agricultural shows, patrons, exhibitors, site holders and entertainers throughout as the best one day show in Australia. A country-orientated fun, family day, known for transforming the small town of Finch Hatton into a sea of colour and excitement. FREE Kids Entertainment Area all day! Tickets: Under School Age FREE, School Students $10, Pensioners $10, Adult (16+) $20!
Pioneer Valley Showground


Mad Evolution Wellness Expo
From 10am
Get ready to ignite your wellness journey at the ultimate Wellness Expo hosted by Mad Fitness and My Evolution!   Discover Your Body: Experience cutting-edge InBody scans and Metabolic Testing with Kel to understand your unique fitness needs. Book your testing at http://tinyurl.com/madfitqld. Mark your calendars for a day of empowerment, education, and endless possibilities. See you at the Wellness Expo Extravaganza! 
MAD Fitness Mackay

Food Forest Fest
10am
Permaculture Workshops, Local Markets. Tree Planting, Kids activities, Sound Healing, Live Music, Tropical Food Sunday 16th June 2024 Mackay Community Gardens 3 Sarah St, West Mackay QLD 4740. Theme: Forest Flying Friends. Gold Coin Donation. Bring a blanket & chair. All donations will go to further development of the community gardens.
31 Streeter Ave, West Mackay

Colossal Board Games At the Library
1.30pm
Join Mackay Board gaming Guild at the library for a beginner’s board game session. 
Be introduced to the exciting world of board games where there is SO much more than Monopoly! This event is for ages12 years and older.
Dudley Denny City Library, 134 Victoria Street, Mackay


Tuesday 18th June

BMA Kidspace    
10am
BMA Kidspace is bringing the ever-popular toddlers’ program, that gives children under five a chance to explore and have fun with art in a climate of co-operative learning. The program includes two drop-in anytime art sessions and free live music entertainment for kids. Bring your toddlers along for a fun day of art-making, singing and dancing, drop-in anytime from 10am to 2pm and stay as long as you’d like.
Andergrove Community Centre

Mackay Show 2024
4pm
The Mackay Show Society Association is thrilled to announce the arrival of the 145th Annual Mackay Show to the community. Scheduled over three days, the show will kick off at 9am on Tuesday, June 18th, and run until 4pm on Thursday, June 20th. The dedicated Mackay Show committee and volunteers are proud to present one of the region's premier events in 2024.
Mackay Showgrounds

Wednesday 19th June

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

Mate2manager Mackay
8.30am
Mate2Manager workshop highlights the difference between 'doing' and 'managing' with the emphasis on redefining workplace relationships, facilitating 1:1s & 'expectation discussions'. Half day workshop will lead participants through a stepped process on how to achieve a successful transition, building a culture of accountability, loyalty, cohesion & trust. All participants will create & implement an individualised, stepped, 'Development Plan' specific to your workplace, your situation, your team.
Resources Centre of Excellence, Paget

Thursday 20th June

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 Ct, Andergrove

Riverside Markets
From 3pm
Come along and browse J2Fs collections of unique and colourful creations… Funky jewellery and fun kids clothing 
Bluewater Quay Mackay

Mackay Farmers’ Market
Broken to Brilliant Walk
Complete Works of Shakespeare
Finley Smith Memorial Cup
MAD Wellness Expo
Mackay Show 2024

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