Things to do in Murray Bridge: July 26-August 1, 2024
Your guide to drag racing at the Bend, live music, Saturday sport and more.
We love racing stuff here in the Murraylands, and this weekend will be no exception.
A winter shootout will be held at the Dragway at the Bend on Saturday, bringing racers from around the nation into our backyard.
If that’s not your thing, scroll down to see what else is happening locally this week.
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Friday 26th ⛅🌧️ 19°
Regenerating Life – permaculture film: 10am-12pm at Murray Bridge Library. Come along for an informative session with host Barb Jones to learn about “how to cool the planet, feed the world and live happily ever after”. Film runs for approximately 90 minutes, discussion 30 minutes. More information: 8359 1175 or www.onecard.network.
Garden corner: 10-11am at Bunnings Murray Bridge. Talk to experts about all things garden. Each month will feature a new topic. Details can be found in Bunnings’ green life department. Register your interest: www.bunnings.com.au.
Troi Tyrell: From 6.30pm in the sports bar at Murray Bridge Club. Live music, free entry, good times. Support your local club. Courtesy bus operates from 4.30-11pm. More information, book the bus: 8532 3300.
Whore: 7.30pm at the Flinders University Drama Centre rehearsal room, Bedford Park. South Australian premiere of a confronting and multi-award-winning play by Glace Chase, directed by Murray Bridge’s Hannah Smith; performances continue Saturday and Sunday. Tickets: $20 at www.eventbrite.com.au.
Saturday 27th ⛅🌧️ 15°
Winter Shootout: Gates 9am, action from 11am at the Dragway at the Bend, Tailem Bend. Witness local and interstate racers battle it out down the quarter mile. A full day of tyre smoking, wheels up drag racing action for the whole family. Kids 15 and under free. Tickets: From $25 at www.outix.co.
River Murray football and netball: Jervois v Mallee Storm at Jervois Oval; Mypolonga v Tailem Bend at Mypolonga Memorial Oval; Imperials v Ramblers at Johnstone Park, Murray Bridge; Mannum v Southern Mallee at Mannum Showground. Netball A grade 12.30pm, league football 2.30pm.
The Rooster Fiesta: 7.30pm at Rambler Football Club, Murray Bridge. Dress code: bright cocktail/loud shirt. DJ entertainment, drink specials and food provided. Tickets: $40 from www.trybooking.com.
Whore: 7.30pm at the Flinders University Drama Centre rehearsal room, Bedford Park. South Australian premiere of a confronting and multi-award-winning play by Glace Chase, directed by Murray Bridge’s Hannah Smith; performances continue on Sunday. Tickets: $20 at www.eventbrite.com.au.
Sunday 28th ⛅ 15°
Murray Bridge Country Music Club AGM and Heart-beat: 11am-4pm at Imperial Football Club, Murray Bridge. Club AGM followed by a performance by country music favourites Heart-beat. Trading table, lunch available. All welcome. Tickets $10 members, $12 visitors. Bookings not required. More information: Call Christine on 0428 298 894.
Murray Bridge Riding Club AGM: 2pm at Murray Bridge Showground. General meeting to follow after the AGM with the new committee. If you are able to come please let us know. Register your interest: 0438 532 336 or murraybridgeridingclub@outlook.com.
Whore: 7.30pm at the Flinders University Drama Centre rehearsal room, Bedford Park. South Australian premiere of a confronting and multi-award-winning play by Glace Chase, directed by Murray Bridge’s Hannah Smith; performances continue Saturday and Sunday. Tickets: $20 at www.eventbrite.com.au.
Monday 29th ☀️ 16°
Funeral service for Richard Willcox: 11.30am at the Minge Chapel, Murray Bridge.
Connection for Dementia: 1-3pm at Murray Bridge Community Centre. For those living with dementia, their carers and/or care partners. Come and connect with others in a supportive and friendly environment. More information: Call 8531 1799.
Funeral service for Denise Beryl Richards: 2.30pm at the Minge Chapel, Murray Bridge.
Tuesday 30th ⛅ 17°
Art Out Loud: 10am-2.30pm at Murray Bridge Community Centre. Focus on different art trends from paint pouring to mosaics and everything in between. All welcome. $6 per session. More information: Call 8531 1799.
Funeral service for Peter Laurence Byrne: 11am at the Minge Chapel, Murray Bridge.
Hip Hop Connect: 4-6pm at the Station, Murray Bridge. Youth can join us for beat making, freestyle sessions, and more in a supportive environment. Equipment and snacks provided. For young people 12-25 years. Contact Aidan at the Station: 0427 400 635 or station-admin@murraybridge.sa.gov.au.
Bridge Burlesque: 7-8pm in the activity call at the Square Community Centre, Murray Bridge. Term fee goes to the National Breast Cancer Foundation. Call 0402 416 771 for more information.
Wednesday 31st ⛅ 16°
Bridge Bingo: 6.30-10pm in the Cods Bar, Bridgeport Hotel, Murray Bridge. Eyes down 7pm. No bookings required – first in best dressed. No reserved seating, capped at 50 players. Theme is 80s rock. Books $20, dabbers $3. For more information call 8532 2002.
Thursday 1st ⛅ 16°
Art Against Extinction: 9.30am-5pm daily at Monarto Safari Park. See artworks from wildlife conservation artist Deb Farrimond, amateur wildlife photographer Steve Farrimond and scratchboard artist Patrick Hedges in this SALA exhibition. Artworks will be available for sale, with proceeds donated to Zoos SA’s conservation programs. More information: www.monartosafari.com.au.
SALA at the Silos: Sunset-11pm nightly at the Karoonda silos. Every night features a different artist. This unique outdoor SALA exhibition will light up the main street silos, creating an extraordinary spectacle exploring the scale, possibility and imagination of public art. The projection loop runs for approximately 30 minutes before repeating.
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