Things to do in Murray Bridge: June 13-19, 2025
Your guide to a Spongebob themed musical, rock and roll show, a women's health summit and more, thanks to Spry Holdings.
Whether you're a thespian or a bird breeder, there's plenty to see and do this coming week.
If you're interested in picking up a new skill, test your green thumb at the Wellington gardening workshop, or learn how to write and publish a book from the wisdom of Belinda Crawford.
For the kids and family, check out the youth production of the SpongeBob Musical, or for something a bit more hands-on, there will be a doormat decorating event for children this weekend at Bunnings.
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Friday 13th 🌤️ 18°
The SpongeBob musical - youth edition: 7pm-8.30pm, at Murray Bridge Performing Arts and Function Centre, 13-17 Bridge Street, Murray Bridge. The Murray Bridge Players & Singers Youth Theatre bring you all your favourite Bikini Bottom friends in an unforgettable adventure to save their home from an erupting volcano! This musical is packed with laughter, heart, and catchy tunes the whole family will love. Tickets from $20. Book your tickets here.
Funeral service for Peter John Connolly: 1pm at St Columbkille Catholic Church, Tailem Bend.
Saturday 14th 🌦️ 18°
The SpongeBob musical - youth edition: 2pm-3.30pm, 7pm-8.30pm, at Murray Bridge Performing Arts and Function Centre, 13-17 Bridge Street, Murray Bridge. The Murray Bridge Players & Singers Youth Theatre bring you all your favourite Bikini Bottom friends in an unforgettable adventure to save their home from an erupting volcano! This musical is packed with laughter, heart, and catchy tunes the whole family will love. Tickets from $20. Book your tickets here.
Kids DIY - decorate a doormat: 11.45am-12.45pm and 1pm-2pm at Bunnings, Maurice Road, Murray Bridge. Kids will get hands-on with paint and use their imagination to design and decorate their very own doormat to take home. Recommended for kids aged 3-12 years old. Bookings: www.bunnings.com.au.
River Murray Football and Netball: A-grade football 2.30pm. Imperial v Southern Suns: Coorong Cats v Tailem Bend: Jervois v Ramblers: Mallee Storm v Mannum. Bye - Mypolonga. A-grade netball 3.10pm.
Hat burning: 2-4pm, at the Bridgeport Hotel, 2 Bridge Street Murray Bridge. Ignite your creativity in a fiery celebration of self-expression. Perfect for beginners with easy stencils to follow, or create your own freehand design! All materials, tools, hats and hat decorations are provided. Tickets from $91.31. Book your ticket today via the website event page: www.thebrushbar.com.au.
Weekend horse races: 11am at Murray Bridge Racing Club. Tickets available here.
Sunday 15th 🌦️ 18°
Murray Bridge poultry and pigeon club show: From 11am, at Murray Bridge Showgrounds, Old Princes Hwy, Murray Bridge. Birds to be penned by 11am, followed by sausage sizzle at 12pm. For more information, call 0467 828 715 or visit the website here.
Kids DIY - decorate a doormat: 10am-11am; 11.45am-12.45pm and 1pm-2pm at Bunnings, Maurice Road, Murray Bridge. Kids will get hands-on with paint and use their imagination to design and decorate their very own doormat to take home. This workshop is recommended for kids aged 3-12 years old. Children must be accompanied by a parent / guardian at all times. Bookings essential: www.bunnings.com.au
Murraylands women's health summit: 9am-4.30pm at Ramblers Combined Sporting Club, 1 Ramsay Street Murray Bridge. Enjoy a day filled with empowering and illuminating presentations, discussions, activities and networking opportunities, focused on giving you the tools to be the healthiest and most vital version of you. All women ages 15+ welcome to attend. Under 18’s must be accompanied by another adult. Tickets from $50, here.
Monday 16th 🌦️ 18°
Gardening Workshop: 9.30am-12.30pm, at The Hall, 1 Pangarinda Drive, Wellington East SA 5259. Join iREACH Rural Health and Sophie Thomson, writer, presenter and gardening extraordinaire at The Hall in Wellington East, for another community workshop promoting resilience and wellbeing. For more information, please contact iREACH Rural Health: 8531 1303.
The Checkpoint: 4pm-5.30pm at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. The checkpoint is an after school club for youth aged 12-24 years.
Card games, board games and fan favourites.Feel free to bring your own devices, controllers, games and board games. Fortnightly on Mondays during term. Contact the library for details: 8539 1175.
Tuesday 17th 🌦️ 17°
Coorong District Council Meeting: 10am-1pm at the Coorong Civic Centre Chambers, 95-101 Railway Terrace, Tailem Bend. Members of the public are welcome to attend council meetings in person, and observe from the gallery. More information here.
Story time at the Library: 9.30am-10am at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Join us for stories and songs at the library. Ages 0-5 years; more information -8539 1175.
Lego club: 4pm-5pm at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Whether you're a seasoned master builder or just starting out, our club offers a welcoming space for all enthusiasts to unleash their creativity and problem-solving skills. Let's build something awesome together. Bookings essential: 8539 1175.
Wednesday 18th ☁️ 18°
Band connections: 4pm-6pm at The Station, 3-5 Railway Terrace, Murray Bridge. Band Connections is for anyone keen to play. For ages 12 - 25, every Wednesday during school term. More information: 0427 400 635.
Creative kids craft - comical cats: 4-5pm at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Whether it's seasonal decorations, personalised gifts or unique art projects, there's always something fresh and exciting to be made. Ages 5-12yrs. Bookings essentia, more information: 8539 1175.
How to write and publish a book - with Belinda Crawford: 3.30pm-5.30pm, at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Join author Belinda Crawford for a 2-hour workshop that guides you through the entire writing journey. Perfect for writers at any stage of their writing journey. Bookings essential. For more information - 8539 1175.
Thursday 19th 🌤️ 19°
Quartet - Thursday night film: 5.30pm - 7.10pm at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Reggie, Wilf, Cissy and Jean are members of a quartet that vowed never to sing again. But things take a turn when they have to perform in order to save their retirement home for musicians. More information: 8539 1175.
John Wood & Dave Allen in Our Rock & Roll Journey: 11am at Murray Bridge Performing Arts and Function Centre, 13-17 Bridge Street, Murray Bridge. Gold Logie Winner John Wood has teamed up with vocalist, musician and front man from Rock around the World Dave Allen. Vocals, guitars, drums, congas and blues harp are played on stage by this professional and talented duo throughout the show. Tickets available here.
Funeral service - Edward Simon John Clarke-Milera: 1.30pm at Minge Chapel
Information session - regional public transport review: 4.30pm-6pm, at Murray Bridge RSL, Lot 2 Ross Rd, Murray Bridge East. Murray Bridge residents will have a chance to voice their ideas on improving local and regional public transport services to government. More information here.
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