Things to do in Murray Bridge: May 1-8, 2025

Well, Sunday's definitely full this weekend from markets, museum openings, cars, coffee, to plant giveaways and an art show celebration - all in one day.

But we can't forget to head down to the Place of Courage at Sturt Reserve Friday afternoon for the annual domestic violence vigil.

The Monarto karting complex will also play host to the national championships all weekend, for some exciting racing action.

Get out and have a great weekend.

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Friday 2nd 🌞 23°

Australian Karting Championships (Day 1): Monarto Karting Complex, 3711 Old Princes Highway, Monarto. Join the Australian Karting community for a weekend of high level racing to see who will become the 2025 Australian Karting Champion. Various classes. Entry for spectators is always free on race days. Meet the drivers in the pits and see their machinery up close. Come and support the next generation of Australian professional motor racers.

Domestic Violence Vigil: 4.30pm at Place of Courage, Sturt Reserve, Murray Bridge. The Murray Bridge Regional Collaboration on Violence Against Women and Children invites you to the annual Domestic Violence Vigil. This is a time for our community to come together, remember lives lost and stand in solidarity with survivors. Together, we send a clear message: there is no place for violence in our communities. Your presence shows support, strength and commitment to change.

VMRC (Day one - practice): at The Bend Motorsport Park, 534 Dukes Highway, Tailem Bend. Featuring a variety of state and national categories, ensuring an action-packed event for all motorsport enthusiasts. Including Vic Super Tin Top, Australian Driver's Championship, Vic V8's, Stockcars and more. Free admission for everyone across all three days.

Saturday 3rd 🌞 25°

Kids DIY - Mother's Day crafts: 10-11am, 11.45am-12.45pm and 1pm-2pm at Bunnings, Maurice Road, Murray Bridge. Make something to give mum on Mother's Day. Children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Bookings: www.bunnings.com.au.

Sensory Learning Session: 10.15am-11.45am at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Inspiring play, learning and connection for you and your little one. Designed especially for children aged two to six years. For more information contact the Library 8539 1175 or Tina at Play with a Purpose on 0467 096 402. Bookings: events.humanitix.com.

Australian Karting Championships (Day two): Monarto Karting Complex, 3711 Old Princes Highway, Monarto. Join the Australian Karting community for a weekend of high level racing to see who will become the 2025 Australian Karting Champion. Various classes. Entry for spectators is always free on race days. Meet the drivers in the pits and see their machinery up close. Come and support the next generation of Australian professional motor racers.

VMRC (Day two - qualifying and racing): The Bend Motorsport Park, 534 Dukes Highway, Tailem Bend. Featuring a variety of state and national categories, ensuring an action-packed event for all motorsport enthusiasts. Including Vic Super Tin Top, Australian Driver's Championship, Vic V8's, Stockcars and more. Free admission.

River Murray Football and Netball: A-grade netball -12.30pm, A-grade football -2.30pm. Southern Mallee Suns v Rambler; Mypolonga v Mannum; Imperial v Mallee Storm; Coorong Cats v Jervois. Bye -Tailem Bend.

Sunday 4th 🌤️ 27°

Mannum Market: 9am-2pm at Arnold Park, next to the Mannum Visitor Centre. Join us for a fun-filled day of shopping for unique gifts, delicious local goodies, and a great cup of coffee. Whether you're a local or just visiting, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Don’t miss out on the community spirit and good vibes. For more information -8569 1303.

Australian Karting Championships (Day three): Monarto Karting Complex, 3711 Old Princes Highway, Monarto. Join the Australian Karting community for a weekend of high level racing to see who will become the 2025 Australian Karting Champion. Various classes. Entry for spectators is always free on race days. Meet the drivers in the pits and see their machinery up close. Come and support the next generation of Australian professional motor racers.

Cars & Coffee: 8am-10am at Wharf Precinct, Sturt Reserve, Murray Bridge. Join us in celebrating all our car Mum's a week early for Mother's Day. Food and Coffee vans onsite. Priority parking for women driving any car to the event.

Callington Show Monster Auction: 10am at Callington Oval, 20 Callington Road, Callington. Registration and inspection from 8.30am, auction starts 10am. Farm machinery, building materials, household goods, furniture, collectables, tools, etc. If you have something to sell or donate, please get in touch. Enquiries: 0494 086 236.

Kids DIY -Mother's Day craft: 10-11am, 11.45am-12.45pm and 1pm-2pm at Bunnings, Maurice Road, Murray Bridge. Make something to give Mum on Mother's Day. Children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Bookings: www.bunnings.com.au.

Native Plant Giveaway: 9am-1pm at Community Nursery, Brinkley Reuse Centre, 527 Brinkley Road, Murray Bridge. There’ll be 3,000 native plants available -from ground covers to eucalyptus trees and everything in between; 200 special butterfly attracting plant packs and a limited supply of Indigenous bush foods endemic to the Murraylands. Limits are: properties up to 500m² - 5 plants; properties over 500m² - 10 plants. Grab a snag from the Murray Bridge Lions Club sausage sizzle while you're there. Available to residents of the Rural City of Murray Bridge only, proof of address will be required on the day.

VMRC (Day three- racing): at The Bend Motorsport Park, 534 Dukes Highway, Tailem Bend. Featuring a variety of state and national categories, ensuring an action-packed event for all motorsport enthusiasts. Including Vic Super Tin Top, Australian Driver's Championship, Vic V8's, Stockcars and more. Free admission.

Captain's Cottage Museum Open Day: 12noon - 3pm at Captain's Cottage Museum, 12 Thomas Street, Murray Bridge. Visitors can enjoy free museum tours, live music by the Murray Bridge Community Concert Band, and a variety of food and drink options, including gin tastings, burgers, waffles and more. The Murray Bridge Men’s Shed will also showcase handmade items featuring the Captain’s Cottage logo. Join us in celebrating the stories that shaped our town during SA History month.

Murray Bridge Rotary Art Show - celebration event: 2pm - 4pm at Murray Bridge Regional Gallery, Sixth Street, Murray Bridge. This popular, annual, community-driven exhibition presents a broad diversity of artworks by emerging, seasoned and hobbyist artists from the our region and beyond. Come and celebrate the boundless creativity of the Murraylands. Bookings: events.humanitix.com.

Scott D'Arcy - live music: 2pm-5pm at Swanport Hotel, 3166 Jervois Road, Murray Bridge. Head along for some cool tunes on a warm, Autumn afternoon.

Monday 5th 🌤️ 28°

Woman's Circle: 10am-12noon at Tailem Bend Community Centre, 141 Railway Terrace, Tailem Bend. Join us for a free information morning on a new Women's Circle. Come and meet other women in your community, have a cuppa and a chat. Please book your spot at calendly.com.

Funeral Service - David Evan John Cocker: 11am at Bridge City Church.

Christine Denman - Author Talk: 2pm-3pm at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Author of ‘Beyond the Bank’, will discuss the recent Murray River flood but also the other historical floods in the Murray area. Part of SA History Month. Enquiries at the library -8539 1175.

The Checkpoint: 4-5.30pm at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. The Checkpoint is an after school club for youth aged 12-14 years.
Card games, board games and fan favourites. Feel free to bring your own devices, controllers, games and board games. Fortnightly on Mondays. Call the Library for more information or to register - 8539 1175.

Tuesday 6th 🌤️ 25°

Coffee with a Cop: 10.30am -11.30am at Murray Bridge Marketplace. Come and share a complimentary coffee with police officers, discuss community issues, ask questions and get to know a little more about our local cops and police work in the area. This event features the SAPOL Motor Bike Unit.

Funeral Service - Brian Lloyd Fitzgerald: 2pm at Minge Chapel.

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 everyone. Join us on this exciting journey and let's build something awesome together. Every second Tuesday during school term. Bookings essential - 8539 1175.

Story time at the Library: 6pm - 6.30pm at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Put on your PJ;s and bring your favourite teddy. Join us for stories and songs every Tuesday during the school term. For youngsters aged
0-5 years. For more information and to book -8539 1175.

Wednesday 7th 🌤️ 24°

Headspace Gym Group: 10.30am-11.30am at Snap Fitness, 3/15 Swanport Road, Murray Bridge. Open to any young person aged 12-25. Every Wednesday during school term. For more information or to book -8531 2122.

Creative Kids Craft - Mother's Day: 4pm-5pm at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Join us for a fun-filled crafting experience where we dive into a new theme for each class. There's always something fresh and exciting to be made. Ages: 5-12yrs. Bookings essential -8539 1175.

Band Connections: 4pm-6pm at The Station, 3-5 Railway Terrace, Murray Bridge. Plug in, practise, jam with others, or learn a new track. Open to all young people aged 12 - 25, every Wednesday during school term. For more information call Aiden on 0427 400 635 or station-admin@murraybridge.sa.gov.au.

Thursday 8th 🌤️ 21°

Funeral service - Beverley Jean Watkins: 10.30am at Minge Chapel.

Mother's Day celebration event: 5pm-7pm at Bunnings, Maurice Road, Murray Bridge. Join us for a fun-filled event to celebrate Mother's Day. There will be loads of fun with entertainment, kids craft and more. Bookings are essential as spaces are limited, so don't miss out - www.bunnings.com.au.

Lee - Thursday Night Movie: 5.30pm - 7.30pm at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. The story of photographer Elizabeth 'Lee' Miller, a fashion model who became an acclaimed war correspondent for Vogue magazine during World War II. Rated: M. Bookings essential -8539 1175.

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