Things to do in Murray Bridge: August 8-14, 2025

We're back to business this weekend, with activities and events galore.

Art enthusiasts will be happy to know SALA exhibitions are opening in Murray Bridge, Tailem Bend and Mannum for most of August, don't forget to check it out.

Unity College will also be inducting a new set of people excelling in sport to their sporting hall of fame.

Speaking of sport excellence the Federation Ultra-Trail is happening this Sunday, starting in Monarto and ending at Sturt Reserve.

Good luck to all the runners.

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Friday 8th 🌤️ 15°

Tailem Bend Historians Association AGM: 9.30am at Function Centre, rear of Town Hall, 95-101 Railway Terrace, Tailem Bend. Morning tea at 10am. Guest speaker is Tammy Shepherd, CEO of Tailem Bend Community Centre. Let's get involved with our local history. Please RSVP: 0438 389 387.

Funeral service - Maxine Ellen Gogler: 10.30am at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Murray Bridge.

Taking Flight - SALA exhibition: open until August 31 at Mannum Community College, Unit 49 Walker Road, Mannum. Taking Flight is a collective exhibition celebrating the creative works, of the students of Mannum Community College. It is symbolic of young artists taking flight in their respective artistic journeys. Call the College for more information: 8569 1503.

Services Australia Community Information Session: 11am-12noon at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace. Join us for an informative session designed to help you better understand the support available through Services Australia. Learn how to book an appointment and what to expect when you do. Whether you're planning for the future or supporting a loved one, this session is packed with valuable insights. Call the library for more information: 8539 1175.

SALA exhibition opening: 1.30pm-3.30pm at the Coorong Gallery, 95-101 Railway Terrace, Tailem Bend. This year the theme for the gallery's SALA exhibition is that there is no theme. Allowing for a collaborative exhibition celebrating the talent of emerging and established artists in our diverse region through various mediums of work. RSVP: pcrabb@coorong.sa.gov.au.

Funeral service - Wendy Monica Drummond: 2pm at Minge Chapel.

Art Attak SALA exhibition opening: 5pm at Murray Bridge Marketplace. Councillor Andrew Baltensperger will open an exhibition of works by members of Bridge Arts.

Unity College Sporting Hall of Fame induction ceremony: 6.30pm at Unity College, Murray Bridge. Join hall of fame members Chad Wingard and James McRae, to celebrate the three 2025 inductees: Madi Fielke, Molly Bretag and Nikita Grosser, followed by light refreshments. RSVP: www.trybooking.com.

Saturday 9th ⛅ 16°

Refugee week youth poster awards: 2pm-3pm at Murray Bridge Regional Gallery, Sixth Street. Presenting handmade posters from primary, secondary and tertiary students from across South Australia, these annual exhibitions are powerful, poignant and heart-warming. Featuring guest speaker Mirsia Bunjaku, CEO, Australian Migrant Resource Centre. Book: events.humanitix.com.

River Murray Netball and Football: Netball A-grade: 3.10pm. Football League: 2.30pm. Jervois v Mannum; Imperial v Tailem Bend; Coorong Cats v Rambler; Mypolonga v Southern Mallee Suns. Bye: Mallee Storm.

Bingo at Tungkillo: 6.30pm, eyes down 7pm sharp at Tungkillo Soldiers Memorial Hall, Brinkworth Road. BYO nibbles and drinks. Soft drinks available for purchase, cash only please. Raffle prizes to be won. All welcome.

Chloe Hodge -author talk: from 6.30pm at Fiction and Friction bookstore, 49A Bridge Street, Murray Bridge. Enter via warehouse doors at the side. Meet Chloe Hodge - independent, Australian author of epic fantasy and dark, magical tales. Tickets $18 + booking fee - www.eventbrite.com.au.

Karaoke: from 9pm-late at Swanport Hotel, 3166 Jervois Road, Murray Bridge. Karaoke has landed at The Swanport Hotel. Round up your pals, grab some drinks, and get ready to belt out your favourite tunes all night long.

Sunday 10th 🌤️ 19°

Federation Ultra-Trail: various starts from 7.30am. The course traverses or loops from the southern end of the Lavender/Federation Trail from Monarto Safari Park to the riverside trail head at Sturt Reserve in Murray Bridge. Entries close August 8, 8pm. For registration and costs - raceroster.com or for more information call 0431 638 721.

Motor culture Australia - track festival: 8am-4pm at The Bend Motorsport Park. 534 Dukes Highway, Murray Bridge. The track festival focuses on being an all inclusive, accessible track experience. There's also a full program of off-track entertainment including live DJ’s, free giveaways, stalls and much more. Tickets start from $15 + booking fees, kids U12 free. Book: www.eventbrite.com.au.

Kids DIY - make a long dog: 11am-11.45am at Bunnings, Maurice Road, Murray Bridge. Using a pool noodle, popsicle sticks, paper and markers, kids can create their own long dog. This workshop is for kids aged 3-12 years. Bookings absolutely essential: www.bunnings.com.au.

Hotel Mannum Open Mic: 2pm-6pm at Mannum Hotel, 15 Randell Street, Mannum. Hosted by Jamie and Teresa Law, always an enjoyable day of musical sharing all welcome. Second Sunday of the month. All welcome.

Monday 11th 🌦️ 21°

Mens Group: 10am-11.30am at Tailem Bend Community Centre, 141 Railway Terrace, Tailem Bend. The group is all about it's members. Whether you'd like guest speakers, outings or simply a chat over a cuppa, your input will shape what we do. All welcome. For more information call the centre: 8572 3513.

Funeral service - Leslie Brian Kropinyeri: 1pm at Tailem Bend Town Hall, 95-101 Railway Terrace, Tailem Bend.

Rural City of Murray Bridge Council Meeting: 7pm at Local Government Centre, 2 Seventh Street, Murray Bridge. All welcome. If you can't make it in person you can watch the livestream - www.youtube.com.

Tuesday 12th 🌦️ 18°

Funeral service - Robert Andrew Newton ‘Bobby’ Hunter: 10.30am at Minge Chapel.

SAPOL road safety centre older road users session: 1pm-3pm at Coorong Coucil, 95 - 101 Railway Terrace, Tailem Bend. Join the SA Police Road Safety Centre for this free session that aims to reduce road trauma. This session is aimed at older drivers but all are road users are welcome: www.eventbrite.com.au.

Small business sustainability support workshop: 1.30-4.30pm at the Murraylands Skills Centre, Murray Bridge. Find out how your small business can survive and thrive as more and more big businesses and government buyers demand that you show how you're reducing your environmental impact. Register: events.humanitix.com.

LEGO club: 4pm-5pm at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Let your imagination run wild. An adult must accompany children aged 12yrs and younger. Bookings are essential, limited spaces - 8539 1175.

Hip hop connect: 4pm-6pm at The Station, 3-5 Railway Terrace, Murray Bridge. Beats are loaded, mics are on. For young people aged 12-25, every Tuesdays during school term. Call for more information - 0427 400 635.

Wednesday 13th 🌤️ 19°

MyGov Help Session: 11am-12 noon at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Learn how to access MyGov, link Centrelink and Medicare, spot scam emails and more. All welcome. Call the library: 8539 1175.

Horse racing - hotelier's day: from 11am at Murray Bridge Racing Club, 341 Brinkley Road, Murray Bridge. Don't miss a fantastic day of racing, food, and fun. General Admission -free, packages from $62.87. Bookings: www.moshtix.com.au.

Adulting 101 –start your own business: 2-4pm at Headspace Murray Bridge. Find out all you need to know with Shaun from Intojobs, for young people aged 12-25. Register: events.humanitix.com.

Thursday 14th ⛅ 21°

Talk - Worried About Your Memory?: 10am-12.30pm at Tailem Bend Town Hall, 95-101 Railway Terrace, Tailem Bend. Presented by Dementia Australia, this session provides information on memory and common changes that may occur with ageing. Bookings: www.dementia.org.au.

Jump 'N' Jive: 11am at Murray Bridge Performing Arts and Function Centre (Town Hall), 13 Bridge Street, Murray Bridge. Reviving the golden era of 50s to 60s rock’n’roll featuring hits from legends like Roy Orbison, Elvis Presley and many others, it’s easy to see how they captivate rock ‘n’ roll dancers and nostalgic listeners alike. Tickets $20.00 - events.ticketbooth.com.au.

Talk - understanding dementia: 1.30pm-4pm at at Tailem Bend Town Hall, 95-101 Railway Terrace, Tailem Bend. This session provides an introduction to dementia including an overview of different types of dementia, diagnosis, planning ahead and how to support someone living with dementia. Presented by Dementia Australia. Book: www.dementia.org.au.

Chill Space: 3.30pm-5.30pm at Headspace, 10 Second Street, Murray Bridge. Chill Space is a fun, inclusive and safe space for all young people, with snacks provided of course. If you're aged 12-25 and looking for somewhere to play board games, try out new arts and crafts or win a round or two of Mario Kart, then this is for you. Thursdays during school term. Call us for more information - 8531 2122.

Dehydration and Hike Food-Making class: 6pm-7.30pm at Woodlane Orchard & SPhiker Factory, 6 First St Murray Bridge. Get trail-ready. Mix, pack and taste your own hike meals in this hands-on class. Easy, tasty, lightweight to fuel your next adventure. Best of all, you’ll walk away with meals you made yourself! Tickets: $54.26 (inc booking fee) at www.eventbrite.com.au.

Film - Pressure Point: 5.30pm-7.30pm at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Coach Murphy, a seasoned Army veteran, takes over as the trainer for a rowing team that has experienced failure and internal conflict. Rated: M. Bookings: 8539 1175.

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