Things to do in Murray Bridge: August 1-7, 2025

This weekend Unity College students will be showcasing their singing, dancing and acting talents with their new musical; Chicago -teen edition.

But they're not the only ones performing this weekend, Noel and Karen Kneebone will once again hit the stage at the Murray Bridge RSL this Friday night.

As usual there are plenty of things to do for car lovers, so have a splendid weekend.

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Friday 1st 🌤️ 15°

Global Quiz: 11am - 12noon at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Take part in a fun, engaging quiz where libraries across Australia and around the globe compete in a friendly trivia challenge. Whether you're a quiz master or just love a good challenge, people of all ages are welcome. No teams, just light-hearted competition. Book your seat - 8539 1175.

Noel & Karen: from 6pm at Murray Bridge RSL, Lot 2 Ross Road, Murray Bridge East. Free bus service available to and from the venue. Call Errol for more bus information - 0428 115 911, dinner bookings absolutely essential - 8532 1314.

Chicago- teen edition: from 7.30pm at the Unity College Steeple. Join Roxie, Velma, Billy, Mama Morton and their dazzling dancers in 1920s Chicago for all that jazz! Bookings: https://www.trybooking.com/DCJA.

Saturday 2nd 🌞 15°

Pedal Prix Racing: 8.30am - 4.30pm at The Bend Motorsport Park, 543 Dukes Highway, Tailem Bend. Join over 210 entries on the 3.14km West Circuit for this round 4, 8-hour endurance event. For more information - ahpvss.com

Horse Racing: Gates from 11am, first race 11.57am at Murray Bridge Racing Club, 342 Brinkley Road, Murray Bridge. Join us for the first race of the Spring racing season. Tickets start from $20 at www.moshtix.com.au

River Murray Netball and Football: Netball A-grade: 1.50pm; Football League: 2.30pm. Tailem Bend v Mypolonga; Rambler v Imperial; Mannum v Coorong Cats; Mallee Storm v Jervois. Bye - Southern Mallee Suns.

Chicago- teen edition: 1.30pm and 7.30pm at the Unity College Steeple. Join Roxie, Velma, Billy, Mama Morton and their dazzling dancers in 1920s Chicago for all that jazz! Bookings: https://www.trybooking.com/DCJA.

Sunday 3rd 🌤️ 19°

Cars and Coffee: 8.30am-10.30am at Sturt Reserve, Murray Bridge (Wharf end). Cars of all makes and models plus bikes and boats are welcome. Food and coffee vans onsite. Family and dog friendly. This month's priority parking - VH Holdens.

Mannum Markets: 9am-2pm at Randell Street, Mannum. Next to the Visitor Centre. Grab some great art/craft and produce from local makers. Food and drinks available. First Sunday of every month.

Kids DIY - Bluey bedroom door sign: 10am-10.45am at Bunnings, Maurice Road, Murray Bridge. Using timber, markers & Bluey decorations, kids can create a personalised door sign. This workshop is for kids aged 3-12 years. Bookings: www.bunnings.com.au.

Face painting/glitter tattoos: 1.30pm-2.30pm at Bunnings, Maurice ROad, Murray Bridge. Bring along the little kids, and the bigger ones, and have your face painted or get a glitter tattoo. You may book a place for up to 10 people, including kids. Bookings essential - www.bunnings.com.au.

Monday 4th 🌤️ 🌬️ 18°

Chatty Cafe On Tour -Mannum: 10am-11.30am at Mannum Community Church, 43 Walker Avenue, Mannum. Join us for a free coffee and a chat as the Chatty Cafe hits the road in celebration of the 2nd birthday of SA's first Chatty Cafe. For more information - AC Care: 0484 301 281 or Skylight: 0437 243 527.

Murraylands Stoma Support Group: 10am at Murray Bridge RSL, Lot 2, Ross Road, Murray Bridge East. Enter next to bowling greens. Enjoy a friendly chat over tea, coffee, and biscuits, gold coin donation appreciated. Whether you're living with a stoma or supporting someone who is, you're warmly welcome. For more information call Stephen- 0427 978 699 or Sandrina- 0428 104 439.

Funeral service - Laurel 'Mavis' Goedecke: 10.30am at Christ Church Lutheran, Murray Bridge.

Chatty Cafe On Tour - Jervois: 1pm-2.30pm at The Kiosk, Ego Farm, 2776 Jervois Road, Jervois. Join us for a free coffee and a chat as the Chatty Cafe hits the road in celebration of the 2nd birthday of SA's first Chatty Cafe. For more information - AC Care: 0484 301 281 or Skylight: 0437 243 527.

Funeral service - Malcolm Douglas Schmerl: 2.00pm at Tailem Bend Lutheran Church.

Tuesday 5th 🌦️ 18°

Careers in games or films: 4pm at Headspace, 10 Second Street, Murray Bridge. Are you a young person aged 12-25, parent or caregiver curious about the potential future opportunities in the games and film industry? Come along to our info night presented by a market leader in the field. For more information and to register your place - 8531 2122.

Bridge Burlesque: 6pm-8pm at The Square Community Centre, 2 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Join this wonderful volunteer-run dance group dedicated to supporting the National Breast Cancer Foundation. All group fees go to charity. For more information call Rhianna -0402 416 771.

Wednesday 6th ⛅ 20°

Easy Moves for Active Ageing: 10am-10.45pm at The Square Community Centre, 2 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. A light exercise class for older people who are keen to keep their mind active and their body moving. All fitness and ability levels welcome. For more information - 8531 1799 or reception@mbcci.org.au.

Funeral service - Gary Lynton Ireland: 11am at Minge Chapel.

Creative Kids Craft - Odd Bods: 4pm-5pm at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Enjoy some crafting fun with your friends. Fortnightly on Wednesdays during school term. Bookings essential - 8539 1175. 

Band Connections: 4pm-6pm at The Station, 3-5 Railway Terrace, Murray Bridge. You don’t need a band to start. Just rock up. We’ve got instruments and a space to play. For young people aged 12-25, snacks provided. Every Wednesday during school term. Call Aidan for more information -0427 400 635.

Thursday 7th 🌤️ 15°

Variety Club Bash - meet the cars and drivers: 9.30am-11.30pam at Old Tailem Town, Princes Highway, Tailem Bend. Come along and meet our local drivers Aaron and Luke plus have a look at all the cars taking part in this years event. Adult -$10, kids -free. All entry fees donated to the Variety Club.

Aged and Carers Expo: 10am-3pm at Murray Bridge Performing Arts and Function Centre, 13 Bridge Street, Murray Bridge. Meet with a range of local experts and government agencies. For more information call John Whimpress - 0428 132 889.

Funeral service - Lee Thomas Toogood: 10.30am at Minge Chapel.

Chatty Cafe On Tour - Murray Bridge: 10.30am-12.30pm at The Square, 2 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Join us for a free coffee and a chat in celebration of the 2nd birthday of SA's first Chatty Cafe. For more information -AC Care: 0484 301 281 or Brock at Skylight: 0437 243 527.

Arek Sinanian - author talk: 2pm-3pm at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Join author Arek Sinanian as he discusses Art of Deception, his masterful thriller that will keep you guessing until the last page. Dive into a world packed with twists and surprises where trust is the most precious and dangerous commodity. Bookings essential - 8539 1175.

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