Things to do in Murray Bridge: November 29-December 5, 2024

Christmas-themed festivities will continue this weekend with the Bridgeport's Deck the Halls event.

The classic rock party band Heatwave will be performing, so bring your dancing shoes.

If you're a car person there's an endless stream of events this weekend, from speedway and drags to the Murray Bridge cars and coffee group.

Get around it and have a great weekend.

This weekly feature is brought to you by the Bridgeport Hotel – the place to be.

Friday 29th 🌤️ 29°

Garden Corner - Workshop: 10am - 11am at Bunnings, Maurice Road, Murray Bridge. Join us for all things gardening, indoor plants and more. Learn from our expert horticulturalists who will be on hand to give you some great advice from choosing the right soil through to how to keep your plants healthy all year round. For ages 16+. Book your spot - www.bunnings.com.au

Shout NO! to domestic violence: 11am - 12.15pm at the Place of Courage, Sturt Reserve, Murray Bridge. The event includes the walk, student led activities, the “Shout” and a free lunch. Presented by the Murraylands Domestic Violence Awareness Group and the Rural City of Murray Bridge.

Kayaking: 11.45am - 1.00pm and 1.30pm - 2.45pm at Herman Gass Bird Sanctuary, Purnong Road, Mannum. Join Reclink Australia on the water, spot various bird species and enjoy the beauty of the Murray River. Suitable for ages 10+. Contact Breanna for more information - Breanna.Hollinshed@reclink.org

Pride Picnic: 5pm - 7pm at Edwards Sqaure, Murray Bridge. Time at Place. A bit of info. Bring some snacks, and a picnic blanket, mat or deck chair or even your own bean bag and meet like-minded individuals while listening to beats and chilling in a warm, welcoming and safe environment. For more information call Headspace on 8531 2122.

Bales of Support Christmas market and free barbecue: 5-9pm at Mannum Leisure Centre. Raising funds for Aussie Hay Runners and showing support for our farmers.

Speedway - Sprintcars Super 8's (night 1): Gates: 4.00pm, racing: 5.00pm. Reminder - no animals are allowed in any area of the Speedway. Tickets: $37.50 - Adult; $21.90 - Ages 13 to 15; U12 - Free. Pit entry - $52.50. All from speedwaytickets.com.au

Saturday 30th 🌦️ 25°

The Power of Dance - Powerful Games: 10am and 4.45pm at Murray Bridge Performing Arts + Function Centre, Bridge Street, Murray Bridge. Join 'The Power of Dance' for their end of year concerts - theme is Powerful Games. No admittance after 10.15am (morning show) or after 5.00pm (afternoon show). Tickets $26 - Adults, $22 - Concession. Bookings essential - events.ticketbooth.com.au

Murray Bridge Stall Crawl: 10am-3pm at various locations around Murray Bridge. Stalls at 303 Adelaide Road, 10 Cedar Avenue, 12 and 1/27 Clara Street, 10 Cora Street, 42 Cromwell Road, 5 Elm Avenue, 63 Evans Road, 13 Hawke Place, 92 and 110 Hill Street, 67 Hindmarsh Road, 6 Hirt Avenue, 1A Ida Street, 2 Le Messurier Street, 5 Lohmann Street, 38 Long Island Road, 6 Lorraine Street, 73 McHenry Street, 36 Melaleuca Way, 116 Mulgundawah Road, 2 Parkview Drive, 3 Peart Crescent, Railway Terrace, 19 Reserve Drive, 8 Ritter Street, 5 Sedge Court, 20 Slade Street, 48 and 171 Swanport Road, 89 Thiele Road, 19 Thomas Street, 22 Todd Avenue, 20 Waterlily Terrace and 8 William Street.

Off Street Drags: Gates 10am, racing 11am - 5pm at Dragway at the Bend, Dukes Highway, Tailem Bend. Come and see some of SA's quickest and fastest street registered cars and bikes. All makes and models, modern and classic. Tickets: $25 Adult, $20 Concession, Kids 15 and under Free. From www.outix.co

Kayaking: 1.30pm - 2.45pm at Herman Grass Bird Sanctuary, Purnong Road, Mannum. Join Reclink Australia on the water, spot various bird species and enjoy the beauty of the Murray River. Suitable for ages 10+. Contact Breanna for more information - Breanna.Hollinshed@reclink.org

Sip, Paint, Repeat: 3pm at Bridgeport Hotel, 2 Bridge Street, Murray Bridge. Join us for a delightful paint and sip session held once a month on Saturday afternoons from $65pp. Chill out with your favourite drink and let your creativity flow onto the canvas. November theme - Sunset Cactus. For details - 8532 2002

Mischief Society - Meet & Cruise: meet at 4.30pm, cruise at 5.30pm in the carpark of the old Coles, Murray Bridge. We will leave the old Cole’s car park at around 5:30pm and head down the back way to Parafield to join in on the Octane Society Meet. All makes and models including 4x4’s are welcome. For more information visit www.facebook.com

Speedway - Sprintcars Super 8's (night 2): Gates: 4.00pm, racing: 5.00pm. Reminder - no animals are allowed in any area of the Speedway. Tickets: $37.50 - Adult; $21.90 - Ages 13 to 15; U12 - Free. Pit entry - $52.50. All from speedwaytickets.com.au

Deck the Halls with Heatwave: Doors - 7pm at the Bridgeport Hotel, it’s the biggest Christmas party in Murray Bridge. Enjoy the end of year wind ups with a delicious 3-course menu with a 3-hour beverage package and live entertainment from Heatwave. Entertainment from 7.30pm. Tickets $119.00 from events.humanitix.com

Sunday 1st 🌤️ 28°

Cars and Coffee: 8am - 10am at the Wharf Precinct, Sturt Reserve, Murray Bridge. Check out the cars on display, have a coffee and a bite to eat. Coffee, hot chocolates, milkshakes, cool drinks, donuts and egg and bacon rolls available to purchase + special Christmas chocolates. First Sunday of the month.

Monday 2nd 🌞🌦️35°

Funeral Service - Patricia Joy 'Patti' Barney: 1.30pm at Minge Chapel.

Pavlova Bake-off supporting Redkite: 6.00pm - 8pm at 81 Randell Street, Mannum. Calling all pavlova lovers and bakers. Join us for a delicious and festive fundraiser to help support families facing childhood cancer. Entry fee and tickets $15.00 from www.eventbrite.com.au

Tuesday 3rd 🌤️ 28°

Wellbeing Summit (day 1) - Community Forum: All day at Murraylands Skills Centre, 12 Bridge Street, Murray Bridge. Bringing together a broad range of local service providers, aimed at celebrating strengths, identifying gaps in current regional services and fostering positive change. Attendance is free, registration is essential - S.O'Toole@murraybridge.sa.gov.au

Hip Hop Connect: 4pm - 6pm at The Station, 3 - 5 Railway Terrace, Murray Bridge. A safe, creative space for young people aged 12 - 25 to express themselves through Hip Hop. Tuesday's during school term. Equipment and snacks provided. Text - 0427 400 635 or email station-admin@murraybridge.sa.gov.au

Wednesday 4th 🌤️ 32°

Wellbeing Summit (day 2) - Reporting Back: All day at Murraylands Skills Centre, 12 Bridge Street, Murray Bridge. Bringing together a broad range of local service providers, aimed at celebrating strengths, identifying gaps in current regional services and fostering positive change. Attendance is free, registration is essential - S.O'Toole@murraybridge.sa.gov.au

Foster Care with Niki: 10am - 12noon at St George's Bakehouse, Murray Bridge Marketplace, Murray Bridge. Join Niki for a cuppa and a chat and hear her story. Presented by AC Care.

Easy Moves for Active Ageing: 10am - 10.45am at The Square Community Centre, 2 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. A light exercise class for older people who are keen to keep their minds active and their body moving. All fitness and ability levels welcome. Wednesdays during school term. Bookings - 0468 640 800

Cooking with Nadia Fragnito: 4pm - 5pm at Murray bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Nadia will be cooking a recipe from her cookbook "Natale: A New Vegan Italian Christmas Cookbook." To book contact the Library on 8539 1175

Band Connections: 4pm - 6pm at The Station, 3-5 Railway Terrace, Murray Bridge. Encourage young musicians, aged 12 - 25, to connect and develop their skills at Band Connections. Equipment and snacks provided. Text - 0427 400 635 or email station-admin@murraybridge.sa.gov.au

Thursday 5th 🌞🌦️ 39°

Soil Your Undies: 12.30pm - 1.30pm at Murray Bridge Community Garden, 18 Beatty Terrace, Murray Bridge. Learn about the results of the 'Soil Your Undies' project and explore the world of soil microbes. Get a close-up look through a microscope at the incredible organisms that contribute to the health and vitality of our soil. Call Alice Woodward for more information - 0498 283 929

Christmas at Bunnings: 5.00pm - 7.00pm at Bunnings, Maurice Road, Murray Bridge. Join us in-store for a night of festive fun with the whole family. Make some craft in Santas workshop, relax in the Elf team room, have a dance in the silent disco and enjoy the fun. Don't miss the visit from Santa! All welcome. Bookings for the craft workshop only - www.bunnings.com.au

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