Things to do in Murray Bridge: March 15-21, 2024
Your guide to the Lower Murray Vintage Machinery Show and Tractor Pull, Murraylands Fair, Murray Bridge Band Festival and more.
They don’t make ‘em like they used to, so if you want to see how they used to make ‘em, you’d better get down to Murray Bridge Showground this weekend.
The Lower Murray Vintage Engine and Machinery Club will present its annual show and tractor pull on both Saturday and Sunday.
It’s a free event, so you’ve got no excuse to stay away – unless you plan on heading along to another one of the events listed below…
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Friday 15th ⛅ 29°
South Australian Road Race Championships, day one: From 9am at the Bend Motorsport Park, Tailem Bend. Continues Saturday and Sunday.
Mayor and CEO drop-in session: 3-4.30pm at Monteith Hall. Meet Murray Bridge Mayor Wayne Thorley and CEO Heather Barclay in an open and relaxed setting to discuss your ideas, concerns and aspirations.
Lower Murray Hard Court Tennis Association grand final: 7pm at the Brinkley tennis courts, 1065 Brinkley Road. Senior grand final, Brinkley v Jervois.
Saturday 16th ⛅ 33°
South Australian Road Race Championships, day two: From 9am at the Bend Motorsport Park, Tailem Bend. Continues Sunday.
Lower Murray Vintage Machinery Show and Tractor Pull: From 9.30am at Murray Bridge Showground. Vintage cars, stationary engines, farm machinery, blacksmithing displays, hay bailing and tractor events; food and drink, all day barbecue; free admission; continues Sunday.
Murraylands Fair: 10am-4pm at Sturt Reserve, Murray Bridge. Food, market stalls and fun, showcasing the very best handmade, homemade and unique wares from across the region.
Off Street Drags and Harley Davidson All Bike Show: From 10am at the Dragway at The Bend, Tailem Bend. Tickets: $25 at www.outix.co.
Youth Week Roll and Ride: 11am-4pm at Murray Bridge Skate Park. Get ready to roll, scoot, and pedal with expert skate, scoot, and BMX coaching sessions; groove to live music, sip on some smoothies and challenge yourself with a game of disc golf.
Super Sedans Cowland 42/SA Title: Gates open 5pm, racing from 6pm at Murray Bridge Speedway. Classic saloons and super sedans. Tickets: $30 at tickets.speedwaytickets.com.au.
That’s Not Amore: 8pm at the Bridgeport Hotel, Murray Bridge. Hear all about Carla’s loud, sometimes stereotypical and unexpected life as a second generation “Australian” Italian; for Italians, by Italians and anyone who has eaten a plate of pasta ... mamma mia! Tickets: $30 at adelaidefringe.com.au.
Sunday 17th ☀️ 33°
South Australian Road Race Championships, day three: From 9am at the Bend Motorsport Park, Tailem Bend.
Lower Murray Vintage Machinery Show and Tractor Pull: From 9.30am at Murray Bridge Showground. Vintage cars, stationary engines, farm machinery, blacksmithing displays, hay bailing and tractor events; food and drink, all day barbecue; free admission.
Murray Bridge Band Festival: 1pm at Murray Bridge Performing Arts and Function Centre. Hear Murray Bridge Community Concert Band and bands from Hahndorf, Mount Barker and Strathalbyn play jazz, swing, modern and blues music for 40 minutes each. Tickets: $20.
Monday 18th ⛅ 33°
Funeral service for Veronica “Joyce” Cocks: 11am at the Minge Chapel, Murray Bridge.
Walking netball: 6.30pm for a 7pm start at Christian Reserve, Murray Bridge. All welcome, please wear a dark or black top and bring your own water and snacks. Entry: $5.
Tuesday 19th ⛅ 28°
Lego Club: 4pm at Murray Bridge Library. This is the last Lego Club of the year, so come along and let your imagination run wild; children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Bookings essential: 8539 1175.
Coorong District Council meeting: 5pm at the Coorong District Council office, Tailem Bend. Attend in person or watch the live stream on the Coorong District Council YouTube channel.
Wednesday 20th ⛅ 23°
Poolin’ Around: 3-6.30pm at Murray Bridge Swimming Centre. Youth Week event for ages 12-18 with a smoothie bike, art and craft, live music, pool games, sausage sizzle, competition and more.
Horse racing: From 11.30am at Murray Bridge Racing Club. There’s nothing like a day at the races. Tickets: From $11.80 at www.moshtix.com.au.
Thursday 21st ⛅ 25°
All Shook Up: 11am at Murray Bridge Performing Arts and Function Centre. Featuring hits from Roy Orbison, the Beatles, the Rolling Stones, Queen, Daddy Cool, Beach Boys, the Blues Brothers, Neil Sedaka and more. Bookings: events.ticketbooth.com.au.
Harmony Week celebrations: 3.30-4.30pm at Jervois Hall. Celebrating Australia’s cultural diversity by exploring culture, art, games and cooking; for children aged 5-12 years, must be accompanied by an adult. Book: www.trybooking.com or call 8572 3513.
Easter Styling with Plants with Marcus Hamence: 6pm at Murray Bridge Library. Join Marcus for an entertaining and informative workshop; event concludes with a mini plant and decor sale. Book: 8539 1175.
Correction: An earlier version of this story gave an incorrect location for the Lower Murray Vintage Machinery Show and Tractor Pull at one point.
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