Things to do in Murray Bridge: December 3-9, 2021
All you need to know about Christmas carols, the Australian Superbike Championship, the Christmas Cup and more.
An all-star lineup of local performers will usher in the festive season on the riverfront this Sunday night at Murray Bridge's annual Christmas carols.
Rebekah Clelland, Barney Rebel, Ashleigh Jocks, the Deadly Nannas and Camilla Pescheta will be among the artists featured throughout the evening.
A choir backed by Murray Bridge Community Concert Band will lead most of the carolling, and students from the high school and Tyndale will make appearances, as will the Murray Bridge Children’s Choir and a troupe from Dance SA.
Food trucks will be on site from 5pm and candles and programs will be available thanks to the Inter-Church Council of Murray Bridge.
Bring a chair or a rug and settle in before the music kicks off at 6.45pm.
- Book: www.trybooking.com.
Friday ⛅ 24°
Australian Superbike Championship grand finale: 8.30am-5.30pm at The Bend Motorsport Park. Factory team riders and privateers do battle in five spectacular and highly competitive classes featuring Ducati, Yamaha, Honda, Suzuki, BMW and Kawasaki race machines; practice day; continues until Sunday.
International Day of People with a Disability: 10am-1pm at Sturt Reserve, Murray Bridge. Recognition awards plus modified sports and activities near the regional rowing centre, including sailability, accessible bikes, a petting zoo, face painting and a light lunch.
Funeral service for Emilio Colantuono: 10.30am-12.30pm at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Murray Bridge. To be followed by his burial at the Bremer Road cemetery. Live stream: Click here.
Powerful: Fantasy and Fairytale: 6-9pm at Murray Bridge Town Hall. Annual concert by local dance school Power of Dance, with various dance styles performed by students of all ages. Tickets: $23 at events.ticketbooth.com.au.
Barney Rebel: 6-10pm at the Bridgeport Hotel, Murray Bridge. Live music.
Wynarka community lights: 8.30-10pm at Wynarka. Christmas light display, lucky dips $3 each under the carport at 24 Railway Terrace.
Saturday ⛅ 23°
Walk-in COVID-19 vaccination appointments: 9am-12pm at Tailem Bend Hospital. Pfizer vaccines available for all people aged 12 and over.
Christmas market day: 9am-4pm at Murray Bridge Marketplace. Market stalls with local products and market day specials.
International Cheetah Day: 9am-4.30pm at Monarto Safari Park. Special cheetah keeper talk at the visitor centre 11.45am, meet the keeper at the cheetah exhibit 2.30pm, Kimbolton “cheetah wine” tasting 11am-2pm. Admission: $39/28/21 at www.monartosafari.com.au/tickets.
Australian Superbike Championship grand finale: 9am-5.05pm at The Bend Motorsport Park. Factory team riders and privateers do battle in five spectacular and highly competitive classes featuring Ducati, Yamaha, Honda, Suzuki, BMW and Kawasaki race machines; qualifying and races in three classes; continues Sunday. Tickets: From $35/30 at premier.ticketek.com.au.
African community family fun day: 12-4pm at Murray Bridge United Soccer Club, 45 Beatty Terrace. Fun activities, soccer, netball, jumping castle, barbecue, COVID-19 vaccinations and more. RSVP: Jean-Marie 0469 382 994.
Dare to Double sprintcars and formula 500s King of the Bridge: From 5pm at Murray Bridge Speedway. Plus Des James Memorial V6 sprints, street stocks, junior sedans, modlites and speedcars. Tickets: $30/25/15/5 at tickets.speedwaytickets.com.au.
Powerful: Fantasy and Fairytale: 6-9pm at Murray Bridge Town Hall. Annual concert by local dance school Power of Dance, with various dance styles performed by students of all ages. Tickets: $23 at events.ticketbooth.com.au.
Dave Lane: 6-10pm at the Bridgeport Hotel, Murray Bridge. Live music.
Wynarka community lights: 8.30-10pm at Wynarka. Christmas light display, lucky dips $3 each under the carport at 24 Railway Terrace.
Sunday ☀ 27°
Cars and Coffee: 8-10am at the wharf, Murray Bridge. Car enthusiasts’ social group, all welcome; coffee, drinks and food available for purchase.
Australian Superbike Championship grand finale: 8.30am-6.30pm at The Bend Motorsport Park. Factory team riders and privateers do battle in five spectacular and highly competitive classes featuring Ducati, Yamaha, Honda, Suzuki, BMW and Kawasaki race machines; warmups and races; championship awards ceremony at 5.30pm. Tickets: From $35/30 at premier.ticketek.com.au.
Mannum Riverside Markets: 9am-2.30pm at Arnold Park.
Christmas Cup: From 11.30am at Murray Bridge Racing Club. Family fun day at the races with free admission for children, free children’s activities, face painting from 12-4pm and a visit from Santa with gifts at 3pm. Tickets: From $22 at www.moshtix.com.au.
Christmas with Andre: 1pm at Cameo Cinema, Murray Bridge. Immerse yourself in the spirit of the season with carols, waltzes and melodies at Andre Rieu's inaugural Christmas concert on the big screen. Tickets: $40/35 at www.cameocinema.com.au.
Netherby: 2-5pm at the Bridgeport Hotel, Murray Bridge. Live music.
Murray Bridge Christmas carols: From 6.45pm at the wharf, Murray Bridge. Free, fun-filled event with performances by local talents. Book: www.trybooking.com.
Wynarka community lights: 8.30-10pm at Wynarka. Christmas light display, lucky dips $3 each under the carport at 24 Railway Terrace.
Monday ⛅ 34°
Road safety session for older road users: 10-11.30am at the Murray Bridge council office, 2 Seventh Street. Morning tea with SA Police to help you feel safe on the road, covering topics including the road rules, fitness to drive and motorised wheelchairs, plus a question and answer session. RSVP: Call 8539 1120 or email l.prestwood@murraybridge.sa.gov.au.
Rabbit control workshop: 4-6pm at Monarto South, address to be provided on registration. RSVP: info@gwlap.org.au or 0400 036 843.
Tuesday ⛅ 27°
Time capsule opening: 5.30pm at Murray Bridge North School. Year seven students from 1996 are invited to come to the school for the opening of a time capsule buried that year.
Wednesday ⛅ 22°
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Thursday ⛅ 22°
A Gift from Bob: 5.30pm at Murray Bridge Library. Thursday night movie about a struggling musician and his fight to keep his beloved cat at Christmas. Bookings essential: 8539 1175.
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