Things to do in the Murraylands: August 21-27, 2026
Your guide to everything happening in Murray Bridge and surrounds this week, including a male revue.
This weekend there's lots of live music happening, from country to acoustic to rock, at various venues around the region.
Among them, relive the glory days of one of the nation's greatest bands when INXSive hit the Pretoria on Friday night.
The Sydney Hotshots are also making their debut on Saturday night, and from the comments on socials, it looks to be a pretty popular outing for the ladies.
For something a bit more sedate but every bit as creative, head to the Murray Bridge Regional Gallery on Saturday and take part in the Kingston Weaving Workshop.
Book Week kicks off next week too and we can already hear the whirr of sewing machines in the background.
So don't dilly dally, just rug up and head out.
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Friday 21st 🌤️17°
Funeral service for Stephen Charles Taylor: 2pm at the Minge Chapel, Murray Bridge.
Coorong Connects - setting up your new device: 10.30-11.30am at Tailem Bend Community Library. Have you purchased a new phone, tablet or computer but not sure where to start? This practical workshop will help you set up and personalise your device with confidence. Register at the library or call Council on 1300 785 277.
Unity College Music Showcase: 6-8pm at Unity College steeple, Murray Bridge. Enjoy an evening of musical acts performed by students and staff of Unity College. Please register your attendance at trybooking.com.
INXSive: 9.30pm at Pretoria Hotel, Mannum. Don't miss Australia's most popular and longest running INXS tribute show. Last year's event sold out. Tickets: $35 from stickytickets.com.au.
Saturday 22nd 🌤️ 18°
River Murray football and netball: Southern Mallee v Tailem Bend, Mallee Districts v Mannum, Jervois v Mypolonga, Coorong v Imperial.
Kids DIY - Book Week craft: 10-10.45am, 11-11.45am and 12.30-1.15pm at Bunnings Murray Bridge. Bring the kids along to make a library bag for their upcoming Book Week activities. It’s a great way for kids to get creative and use their imagination. For kids aged 5–12 years. A parent/adult must accompany children at all times. Bookings essential: bunnings.com.au.
Kingston Weaving Workshop: 11am-3pm at Murray Bridge Regional Gallery. Learn traditional First Nations weaving techniques that incorporate contemporary materials, language and knowledge with First Nations artists and weavers of the Southeast - Suzy, Sonya and Sarah Smith. For ages 8+, children must be accompanied by an adult. All materials included, tea & coffee provided. Registration essential: humanitix.com.
Kaileb Rothwell: From 8pm at Mannum Hotel. Make sure your Saturday night is topped up with some toe-tapping live music from Kaileb. Courtesy bus available: 8569 1008.
Sydney Hotshots: 9.30pm at the Swanport Hotel, Murray Bridge South. Ladies, it’s time to grab your friends, put on those party heels and prepare yourself for a night packed with exhilarating performances, cheeky charm and endless entertainment. Tickets from $42.85 from eventbrite.com.au.
Sunday 23rd 🌤️ 20°
Kids DIY - Book Week craft: 10-10.45am, 11-11.45am and 12.30-1.15pm at Bunnings Murray Bridge. Bring the kids along to make a library bag for their upcoming Book Week activities. It’s a great way for kids to get creative and use their imagination. For kids aged 5–12 years. A parent/adult must accompany children at all times. Bookings essential: bunnings.com.au.
Out of Order and Adam Moffatt: 11am-4pm at the Imperial Football Club, Murray Bridge. Presented by the Country Music Club of Murray Bridge. Lunch available to purchase. Tickets: Members $13, visitors $15. Table bookings and more information call Gloria: 0488 748 911.
Hayden Ryan: 12.30pm at the Pretoria Hotel, Mannum. Relax by the river with some cool tunes from Hayden. For details: 8569 1109.
One Way Street: 2-5pm at the Mannum Hotel. Spend a relaxing Sunday arvo with One Way Street, playing all the tunes you know and love. Courtesy bus available: 8569 1008.
Monday 24th 🌦️ 19°
Yoga with Jo: 9.30am Hatha Yoga, 10.45am Yin Yoga at the Square, Murray Bridge. $6 per session or $10 for both. Call the centre: 8531 1799.
Wood burning: 9.30am-12pm at Murray Bridge Community Centre. Learn how to use a heated pen to draw designs on wood. $5 per session, materials included. For more information: 8531 1799.
Gardening Club: 1-3pm at Tailem Bend Community Centre. Do you love plants, gardening, or simply being outdoors? Join our Gardening Club and connect with fellow gardening enthusiasts in a welcoming and friendly environment. For details: 8572 3513.
Tuesday 25th 🌦️ 17°
Book Week Dress-Up Story Time: 9.30am at Murray Bridge Library. Come dressed as your favorite book character for your chance to win a prize for best dressed. Enjoy our Book Week-themed photo booth and get creative with craft activities. It’s the perfect way to celebrate the magic of books and imagination. For details: 8539 1175.
Open Studio: 10am-12pm at Mannum Gallery and Gifts. Drop in with your own art supplies for a social art-making session. A morning of conversation and inspiration while you work on your current project. Table space provided, and some easels available. $5 for tea, coffee. For details: 0447 633 116.
Social Craft Group: 12.30-3.30pm at Murray Bridge Library. Work on your project or learn something new and enjoy a few laughs with fellow crafters. For more information: 8539 1175.
Funeral service for Robert George Batchelor: 2pm at the Minge Chapel, Murray Bridge.
Wednesday 26th 🌤️ 19°
Tracy Crisp author talk: 11am-12pm at Murray Bridge Library. Pearls by Tracy Crisp is a moving and wry memoir that explores grief, family, and identity. Tracy will take you through the wealth of personal stories that inspired the book. Registration essential: humanitix.com.
Funeral service for Theresa Anna Kostrz (nee Wyers): 2pm at the Minge Chapel, Murray Bridge.
Lego Club: 4-5pm at Murray Bridge Library. Join us at the Murray Bridge Library and let your imagination run wild. An adult must accompany children aged 12 years and younger. Fortnightly on Tuesday during the school term. For more information: 8539 1175.
Cods Bingo Granny and Gramps dress-up: 6.45pm at the Bridgeport Hotel, Murray Bridge. Get in quick, limited places. Call to book your spot: 8532 2002.
Thursday 27th 🌤️ 19°
Chatty Cafe: 10.30am-12pm at the Square, Murray Bridge. Join us for a chat every Thursday. Stay for a minute or an hour, meet new friends and build connections in the community. For details: 8531 1799.
Stitch 'Em Up Sewing Group: 5.30-7.30pm at Murray Bridge Library. A social sewing group sharing and furthering the art of sewing, open to all ages and skill levels. No bookings needed just 'sew' up. For more information: 8539 1175.
Agatha and the Midnight Murders: 5.30pm at Murray Bridge Library. A writer struggling with financial problems decides to kill off her most famous character by selling her novel to a private buyer. Starring Helen Baxendale and Blake Harrison. Rated: M. Registration essential: humanitix.com.
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