Things to do in Murray Bridge: June 6-12, 2025

This weekend seems to be filled with all sorts of different motor vehicle events.

At the Bend you'll find state championship lawnmower racing and superkarts fighting for the national title.

If you make your way to Mannum the annual truck and ute show is on this Sunday, with lots of activities for the whole family.

If neither is your style, perhaps you could go and see the Murray Bridge Players and Singers production of The Spongebob Musical.

Have a great long weekend.

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Friday 6th 🌦️ 🌬️ 19°

SA Lawn Mower Racing Championships (Day 1): from 9am at The Bend Motorsport Park, Dukes Highway, Tailem Bend. Lawn Mower Racing is a growing sport worldwide so come and see the ultimate battle of Australia's fastest ride on lawn mowers. Gold coin donation entry at the gate, food vans and restaurant open.

Superkart Nationals (Day 1): from 9am at The Bend Motorsport Park, Dukes Highway, Tailem Bend. Featuring three groups - 250I/250N,  125GB/Stock Honda and NGB Light/Heavy/Super Heavy with seven classes. Includes four feature races to crown the Australian Superkart Champions, and a fifth standalone feature race. Call The Bend Motorsport Park for more information: 8165 5700.

Funeral service - Denis Newton Heriot: 10am at Minge Chapel.

Pride Month Youth Craft: 4pm-5pm at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Join us in the youth area of the library for some fun crafts, making bracelets to celebrate pride month. Suitable for ages 12+. Call the library for more information: 8539 1175.

Tailem Bend Primary School Fundraiser: 5pm-8.30pm at Tailem Bend Primary School gym carpark. There are loads of yummy things for sale including chips, steak sandwiches and donuts with proceeds going towards the school. EFTPOS is available. Come and support your local school. For more information call: 8572 3266.

Saturday 7th 🌦️ 18°

SA Lawn Mower Racing Championships (Day 2): From 9am at The Bend Motorsport Park, Dukes Highway, Tailem Bend. Lawn Mower Racing is a growing sport worldwide so come and see the ultimate battle of Australia's fastest ride on lawn mowers. Gold coin donation entry at the gate, food vans and restaurant open.

Superkart Nationals (Day 2): from 9am at The Bend Motorsport Park, Dukes Highway, Tailem Bend. Featuring three groups - 250I/250N,  125GB/Stock Honda and NGB Light/Heavy/Super Heavy with seven classes. Includes four feature races to crown the Australian Superkart Champions, and a fifth standalone feature race. Call The Bend Motorsport Park for more information 8165 5700.

Critter Cube Studio Opening: 11am-1pm at 4 Sixth Street, Murray Bridge. Come and support a local person open their new business in the world of pets and accessories. Door prize and sausage sizzle with profits to Paws & Claws.

Kids DIY: 10am-11am, 11.45am-12.45pm and 1pm-2pm at Bunnings, Maurice Road, Murray Bridge. Join us for a weekend of fun, creative and imaginative arts and crafts to inspire and delight. Today we are going to be making creations out of sponges and other cleaning products. Children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian at all times. Bookings: www.bunnings.com.au.

Sensory Learning Session: 10.15am-11.30am at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Join P.L.A.Y. with a purpose for this buffet of sensory play and calming activities for the senses for you and your child to explore, play and discover together. Designed especially for children aged two to six years. Call Tina - 0467 096 402 or get your free ticket from events.humanitix.com.

Face Painting/Glitter Tattoos: 11.30am-12.30pm at Bunnings, Maurice Road, Murray Bridge. Come along and have your face painted by team member Mel. You may book a place for up to 10 people, including kids. Please only book for those who are participating: www.bunnings.com.au.

The Spongebob Musical: 7pm at Murray Bridge Performing Arts and Function Centre. Get ready to dive under the sea and join Spongebob, Patrick, Sandy and all your favourite Bikini Bottom friends in an unforgettable adventure to save their home from an erupting volcano! Presented by Murray Bridge Players and Singers; 2pm show cancelled due to power outage; continues Sunday and next weekend. Tickets: $20/15 at www.trybooking.com.

Pretoria 80's night: From 9:30pm at the Pretoria Hotel, Mannum. We’re throwing it back to when shoulders were padded, hair was big and colours were brighter than ever! Join DJ Jamie Thompson, and dress up for your chance to win the best dressed. Free entry.

Sunday 8th 🌧️ 14°

SA Lawn Mower Racing Championships (Day 3): from 9am at The Bend Motorsport Park, Dukes Highway, Tailem Bend. Lawn Mower Racing is a growing sport worldwide so come and see the ultimate battle of Australia's fastest ride on lawn mowers. Gold coin donation entry at the gate, food vans and restaurant open.

Superkart Nationals (Day 3): from 9am at The Bend Motorsport Park, Dukes Highway, Tailem Bend. Featuring three groups - 250I/250N,  125GB/Stock Honda and NGB Light/Heavy/Super Heavy with seven classes. Includes four feature races to crown the Australian Superkart Champions, and a fifth standalone feature race. Call The Bend Motorsport Park for more information 8165 5700.

SA Truck & Ute Show: 9am-4.30pm, Randell Street, Mannum. The main street of Mannum is closed off once a year for this massive trucking extravaganza. Stalls, produce, hot food, live bands and activities on site. Adults -$10 (on the day), pre-booking -$8 at www.trybooking.com. Mannum residents with ID -$5, U16 -free.

Kids DIY: 10am-11am, 11.45am-12.45pm and 1pm-2pm at Bunnings, Maurice Road, Murray Bridge. Join us for a weekend of fun, creative and imaginative arts and crafts to inspire and delight. Today we are going to be making creations out of sponges and other cleaning products. Children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian at all times: www.bunnings.com.au.

Face Painting/Glitter Tattoos: 11.30am-12.30pm at Bunnings, Maurice Road, Murray Bridge. Come along and have your face painted by team member Mel. You may book a place for up to 10 people, including kids. Please only book for those who are participating. Bookings essential: www.bunnings.com.au.

The Spongebob Musical: 2pm and 7pm at Murray Bridge Performing Arts and Function Centre. Get ready to dive under the sea and join Spongebob, Patrick, Sandy and all your favourite Bikini Bottom friends in an unforgettable adventure to save their home from an erupting volcano! Presented by Murray Bridge Players and Singers, continues next weekend. Tickets: $20/15 at www.trybooking.com.

Willow – Sunday Session at the Library: 2pm-3pm at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Held every second Sunday of the month featuring a local artist.

Weezy Listening: 2pm-5pm in The Lounge, Bridgeport Hotel, Murray Bridge. Settle in with your friends for some warm vibes on a cool afternoon.

Monday 9th 🌦️ 16°

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Tuesday 10th 🌦️ 18°

Parent Child Mother Goose: 9.30am at Mannum Leisure Centre, Senior Citizens Room. Cuddle, communicate, connect. Using songs, rhymes and stories to support connection between child and parent. Every Tuesday during term 2. For more information call 8572 3513.

Storytime at the Library: 9.30am - 10am at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Join us for stories and songs every Tuesday during the school term. For kiddies 0-5 years and their caregivers. More information: 8539 1175.

Line Dancing: 10am-11.30am at Tailem Bend Town Hall, Railway Terrace, Tailem Bend. All ages, beginners to advanced welcome. $5.50 CHSP, $11 non-CHSP. Thursdays in Term 2. Bookings essential: 8572 3513.

Chess Club: 4pm-5pm at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. No experience required. Just bring your brain and a sense of fun. Welcome to the chess-tastic fun. Ages: 8-15 yrs. Bookings essential -8539 1175.

Rural City of Murray Bridge Council meeting: 7pm-9pm at Local Government Centre, 2 Seventh Street, Murray Bridge. All welcome. If you can't make it in person follow the livestream at www.youtube.com.

Wednesday 11th 🌦️ 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.

Fur, Farm and Country Charm: 4.30pm-5.30pm at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Join friends Leonie Kelsall and Laurelle Cousins as they talk about Fur, Farm and Country Charm and launch their new books. ‘Path through the Coojong Trees’ - Leonie Kelsall and ‘Sheep Gully Road’ - Laurelle Cousins. Call the library for more information - 8539 1175.

Thursday 12th 🌦️ 16°

Sew What?: 9.30am-11.30am at Murray Bridge Community Centre, 18 Beatty Terrace, Murray Bridge. Learn how to mend clothes or try your hand at dressmaking. $5 per session. Thursdays during term 2. Call the centre for more information - 8531 1799.

Parent Child Mother Goose: 9.30am at Tailem Bend Primary School. Cuddle, communicate, connect. Using songs, rhymes and stories to support connection between child and parent. Every Thursday during term 2. For more information call the centre - 8572 3513.

Funeral service for Kevin Schrapel: 10.30am at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Murray Bridge.

Bedtime Stories: 6pm-6.30pm at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Come along in your pyjamas and bring your favourite teddy.
Fortnightly on Thursdays. Call the library for more information - 8539 1175.

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