Things to do in Murray Bridge: January 13-19, 2023
This week, Rhyme, Grind and Climb your way to fun, enjoy autos of various types at Autofest, and paint a masterpiece while enjoying a cold glass of bubbly.
One of Murray Bridge’s biggest annual youth events, Rhyme, Grind and Climb, will be held at Pine Park from 4pm to 8pm on Saturday.
Now in its fifth year, the event allows youth in the Murray Bridge area to experience hip-hop, skating and rock climbing – thus, rhyme, grind and climb.
Apart from these activities, the free event will include a live mural painting, face painting, scooter workshops, live aerosol art and more.
To book tickets for this free, family-friendly, all-ages and alcohol-prohibited event, go to Eventbrite.
For more information about Rhyme, Grind and Climb 5, contact Bridget or Aiden on 0427 400 635 or at station-admin@murraybridge.sa.gov.au.
Friday ☀ 37°
Murray Bridge Magic: All Pine Park activities for Friday are cancelled due to the high temperatures forecast.
Funeral service for Brian Butson: 2pm at Minge Chapel, Minge Funerals. For more information, phone Minge Funerals on 8 9531 1111.
Murray Bridge Autofest: 5.30pm at Murray Bridge Speedway, Kennett Road. Celebrate the joy of cars and other vehicles. Autofest’s regular events such as burnouts, autokana, Go to Whoa and Grab a Flag will be run, and there will be an onsite bar, catering and entertainment. The Autofest Show n Shine display will take place at Sturt Reserve on the Saturday morning, and street machines, hot rods, muscle cars, street cars, show cars, classic cars, motorcyles, trucks, tractors and boats are all welcome. For further information, head to www.autofest.com.au.
The Lounge Acoustic Sessions: 7.30pm to 10.30pm at the Bridgeport Hotel. Unwind with live acoustic music every Friday and Sunday night. For more information, contact the Bridgeport Hotel.
Outdoor Cinema: 8.30pm to 10.30pm at Edwards Square. Watch Croods 2 as part of the Murray Bridge Magic program. For more information, contact the Murray Bridge Council at council@murraybridge.sa.gov.au or on 08 8539 1100.
Saturday ☀ 38°
Show’n’shine: 9am-1pm at the Station, Murray Bridge. Part of Murray Bridge Autofest – see below.
Football darts: 12pm to 4pm at the Swimming Centre, Murray Bridge. Join in this fun and quirky event as part of the Magic Murray Bridge program.
Murray Bridge Racing Club race day: 2.30pm to 9pm at Murray Bridge Racing Club, Gifford Hill. Enjoy a summer’s day with some quality racing. Gates open at 2.30 pm, the first race is at 3.20 pm, and the last race is at 8 pm. Buy tickets at Moshtix.
Rhyme, Grind and Climb 5: 4pm to 8pm at Pine Park, Murray Bridge. This free annual family-friendly event allows local youth to experience hip-hop, skating and rock climbing. This year’s event will also include a live mural painting, face painting, scooter workshops, live aerosol art and more. To book tickets, go to Eventbrite. For more information, contact Bridget or Aiden on 0427 400 635 or station-admin@murraybridge.sa.gov.au.
Murray Bridge Autofest: 5.30pm at Murray Bridge Speedway, Kennett Road. Celebrate the joy of cars and other vehicles. Autofest’s regular events such as burnouts, autokana, Go to Whoa and Grab a Flag will be run, and there will be an onsite bar, catering and entertainment. The Autofest Show n Shine display will take place at Sturt Reserve on the Saturday morning, and street machines, hot rods, muscle cars, street cars, show cars, classic cars, motorcyles, trucks, tractors and boats are all welcome. For further information, head to www.autofest.com.au.
Paint + Sip: Watercolour Creations: 6.30pm to 9pm at Murray Bridge Regional Gallery, 27 Sixth Street, Murray Bridge. Enjoy a few drinks with friends at this 18+ event. Arts officer Chelsea Budarick teaches you watercolour techniques to create your own colour-blocked artwork to take home. Enjoy a complimentary glass of bubbly or soft drink upon arrival. Tickets: $58 (or $54 concession) at Eventbrite.
Sunday ⛅29°
Murray Bridge Magic: 10am to 3pm at Pine Park, Murray Bridge. Come along to the following fun activities: water tag, giant yard games, x-treme fun run, rock wall and football darts, plus the Amazing Drumming Monkeys from 12-1pm.
Monday ⛅35°
Murray Bridge Greyhound Racing Club schedule changes: Monday and Thursday nights at Murray Bridge Greyhound Racing Club, 2 Kennett Road. Due to Angle Park’s temporary closure, Murray Bridge has extra greyhound racing on Monday and Thursday nights, as well as a Wednesday lunchtime meeting on the straight track every week for the next few months. For more information, go to greyhoundracingsa.com.au or phone 08 8243 7100.
Tuesday ⛅36°
Yarn group at the library: 9.30am to 12pm every Tuesday until further notice at Murray Bridge Library. Come along for a chat and help make a blanket or two. Bookings essential: phone 8539 1175.
Author talk with Darry Fraser: 2pm at Murray Bridge Library. Join bestselling Australian novelist Darry Fraser as she discusses her new book involving mystery, romance and adventure, The Forthright Woman. To book your place, contact the Murray Bridge Library at library@murraybridge.sa.gov.au or on 8359 1175.
Wednesday ⛅25°
Women on Wednesdays: 1.30pm to 2.30pm at the Edwards Square Community Centre, 2 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. This Wednesday, The Haven begins its program of offering women an afternoon to slow down and connect with other women in our community. For bookings, phone Helen on 8531 1799.
Thursday ⛅25°
Yarn group at the library: 9.30am to 12pm at Murray Bridge Library. Come along for a chat and help make a blanket or two. Bookings essential: phone 8539 1175.
Sensory Garden Art Panel Project: 11 am to 5 pm on Thursday and Friday at The Station, 3–5 Railway Terrace, Murray Bridge. Join Morilla Community Services and the team at The Station for a Sensory Garden Art Panel Project. You can create aerosol art while learning new skills, expand your creative horizons and then display your work in The Station Sensory Garden. For more information and to book your place, check out https://www.facebook.com/thestationau/events/ when available or phone Aiden Fargher on 08 8539 1419 or on 0427 400 635.
Insect Investigators: 11 am to 12 pm at Murray Bridge Library, Level 2, 51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. As part of the Children’s University program, your child can learn more about insects. The recommended age group is 5 to 12. For bookings, contact the Murray Bridge Library at library@murraybridge.sa.gov.au or on 8359 1175.
Murray Bridge Greyhound Racing Club schedule changes: Monday and Thursday nights at Murray Bridge Greyhound Racing Club, 2 Kennett Road. Due to Angle Park’s temporary closure, Murray Bridge has extra greyhound racing on Monday and Thursday nights, as well as a Wednesday lunchtime meeting on the straight track every week for the next few months. For more information, go to greyhoundracingsa.com.au or phone 08 8243 7100.
Stitch ‘em up Quilting Group: 5 pm to 7.30 pm every Thursday at Murray Bridge Library, Level 2, 51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Come along to the newly formed Stitch ‘em up Quilting Group. The group is open to all ages and levels from beginners to advanced quilters. For more information, contact the Murray Bridge Library at library@murraybridge.sa.gov.au or on 8359 1175.
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