Things to do in the Murraylands: July 24-30

It's going to be another wintry old weekend but there's always plenty happening to keep you busy.

There will be loads of live music around, including ABBA Arrival at the Murray Bridge Performing Arts and Function Centre on Saturday – it's always a good show when the Flaming Sambucas are involved.

Car fans aren't being forgotten, either, with Mannum Cars and Coffee on Sunday morning and the ever popular roll racing at the Bend on Saturday afternoon.

If you'd like to support a local netballer, head to Ramblers' netball courts on Sunday morning and help Leah Anderson-Morris raise funds for her trip to the UK as part of the SASI netball team.

So rug up, find a warm spot somewhere and enjoy the weekend.

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Friday 24th 🌦️ 15°

Global Quiz: 11am - 12noon at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Take part in a fun, engaging quiz where libraries across Australia and around the globe, compete in a friendly trivia challenge. Whether you're a quiz master or just love a good challenge, people of all ages are welcome. No teams just light-hearted competition. Fortnightly on Fridays. For details - 8539 1175

Funeral service - Colin Arthur Wells: 10am at Minge Chapel

Annabel Chevel: 6pm - 9pm at Bridgeport Hotel Lounge, 2 Bridge Street, Murray Bridge. Kick the weekend off with some great music from Annabel Chevel. Call the hotel for details - 8532 2002

Leather & Lace: 6pm - 9pm at Murray Bridge RSL, Lot 2 Ross Road, Murray Bridge. Get in early and book your table for a great meal and fantastic live music. Call 8532 1314. Please leave a message if there's no answer.

Saturday 25th 🌦️ 17°

Sashiko Brooch Workshop: 1pm - 3pm at Murray Bridge Regional Gallery, Sixth Street, Murray Bridge. Discover the precision and elegance of Hitome-zashi (one-stitch Sashiko) with Jun Brearley. In this workshop, participants will master the Kome-zashi (Rice Stitch) pattern—a design that resembles the Japanese kanji for rice (⽶). All materials, tea and coffee included. Tickets - $70 or $66 concession from humanitix.com

ABBA Arrival 50th Anniversary: 2pm - 4.15pm and 8pm - 10.15pm at Murray Bridge Performing Arts & Function Centre, 13 Bridge Street, Murray Bridge. Uniquely presented by the Faming Sambucas, this visual and exciting show highlights all songs from Arrival including Dancing Queen, Fernando and more connecting wonderful ABBA years of the 1970s to the celebration of ABBA’s 2021 reunion with new music. Cabaret seating, licensed bar available - no BYO. Tickets: Adult - $42, Concession - $39, Table of 10 - $360 from trybooking.com

River Murray Football and Netball: Tailem Bend v Coorong; Mannum v Imperial; Southern Mallee v Mallee Districts; Rambler v Jervois. Bye - Mypolonga. A-grade football - 2.30pm, A-grade netball - 1.50pm

Tanya: 4pm - 7pm at the Bridgeport Hotel Lounge, 2 Bridge Street, Murray Bridge. Support local musician Tanya and enjoy some great tunes before the night gets underway. Call the hotel for details - 8532 2002

Roll Racing: 5.30pm - 11.30pm at The Bend Motorsport Park, Dukes Highway, Tailem Bend. Whether it's in a high-performance supercar, fine-tuned Japanese import, Aussie muscle or European brute roll racing offers a platform for drivers to showcase their talents and push the limits of what's possible on four wheels. Roll Racing attracts people from all walks of life, united by their passion for speed and love of their cars. Tickets - $20 from rollracing.com.au

Sunday 26th 🌦️ 18°

Mannum Cars & Coffee: from 8am - 10.30am at Mary Ann Reserve, Mannum. Come join us for our monthly gathering, with egg and bacon muffins, hot coffee and great cars. All welcome.

Netball Skills Clinic with Leah Anderson-Morris: 10am - 12noon at Rambler Netball Courts, Le Messurrier Road, Murray Bridge. There will be attacking and defensive skill development drills for all ages and skills. Food and drinks available, raffle. All proceeds to help Leah take part in the 2026 SASI Netball tour to the UK. Tickets $15 from trybooking.com

Workin' Overtime with Graeme Hugo + AGM: 11am - 4pm at Imperial Football Clubrooms, Adelaide Road, Murray Bridge. Attend the Murray Bridge Country Music Club AGM followed by an afternoon of country music. All welcome, lunch available. $13 - Members (with ID), $15 - Visitors. For more information or to book a table call Gloria - 0488 748 911

Troi Tyrell: from 12.30pm at Pretoria Hotel, 50 Randell Street, Mannum. Relax by the river with tunes by Troi Tyrell. For more information - 8569 1109

Dam Mad: 2pm - 5pm at the Bridgeport Hotel Lounge, 2 Bridge Street, Murray Bridge. Bring your friends and enjoy the fun with Mike & Dave playing all your favourite classic tunes. Call the hotel for details - 8532 2002

Leather & Lace: 2pm - 5pm at Mannum Hotel, 15 Randell Street, Mannum. Grab your mates and round out your weekend with some great live music. Courtesy bus available. Call the hotel for details - 8569 1008

Shred Session: 3.30pm - 5.30pm at Skate Park, Sturt Reserve, Murray Bridge. Build skills, confidence & safe riding in a supportive, fun environment. Open to all ages & experience levels - whether you’re just starting out or already rolling. Helmets compulsory, loan skateboards available during sessions. Last Sunday of the month. For more information message Dan - 0439 854 787

Monday 27th ⛅ 18°

Walking soccer: 10am - 11am at Tailem Bend Primary School Gym, 1 Murray Street, Tailem Bend. Whether you're a seasoned player or just looking to try something new, we strongly encourage you to come down and give it a go. No sprints, no stress, no competition - just good times and great people. For ages 30+. Call Tailem Bend Community Centre - 8572 3513

Crochet: 1pm - 3pm at Murray Bridge Community Centre, 18 Beatty Terrace, Murray Bridge. Would you like to learn to crochet or connect with others who do? Beginners to advanced skills welcome. $2 per session with your own yarn, $5 with per session with our yarn. For more information - 8531 1799

Yoga with Ursula: 5.30pm - 6.20pm at Tailem Bend Community Centre, 141 Railway Terrace, Tailem Bend. Join us for strength, stretching, balance and wellbeing in a friendly and supportive environment. CHSP - $6, Non-CHSP - $12. To book - 8572 3513

Tuesday 28th 🌧️ 17°

Open Studio: 10am - 12noon at Mannum Gallery & Gifts, 8 Randell Street, Mannum. 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. Some easels available or bring your own table-top easel. Small fee of $5 for tea & coffee. For more details - 0447 633 116

Line dancing: 10am - 11.30am at the Tailem Bend Town Hall, 95 - 101 Railway Terrace, Tailem Bend. Beginner to advanced skills welcome. CHSP - $5.50, Non-CHSP - $11. Booking required - 8572 3513

Diggers Bingo: from 12.30pm at Murray Bridge RSL, Lot 2 Roass Road, Murray Bridge East. Eyes down at 1pm. Great cash prizes in a friendly atmosphere. Complimentary tea & coffee. For more information or to book your table - 0432 936 285. Courtesy bus available - call Errol 0428 115 911

Lego Club: 4pm - 5pm at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Lego Club is back for term 3 so join us and let your imagination run wild. An adult must accompany children aged 12 years and younger. For more information - 8539 1175

SA Country Basketball Junior Player Development sessions: 5pm - 8pm at Murray Bridge Basketball Stadium, 113 Old Princes Highway, Murray Bridge. Whether you’re preparing for representative basketball, looking to improve your game or simply wanting to learn from some of SA Country Basketball’s best, this is a session you won’t want to miss. All welcome. 5pm - 6.30pm: U12 and U14 (born 2014 - 2017) followed by 6.30pm - 8pm: U16 & U18 (born 2010 - 2013). Registrations essential, limited places - registration.basketballconnect.com

Wednesday 29th 🌧️ 12°

Easy Moves for Active Ageing: 10am - 10.45am at The Square, 2 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. A light exercise class suitable for older people or those with mobility problems who are keen to keep their minds active and body moving. Wednesdays during school term. For more information - 0468 640 800

Bingo: from 11am at Brinkley Reuse and Waste Centre, 527 Brinkley Road, Brinkley. Join us for laughs and great prizes every Wednesday. Bring your friends, your luck and your best Bingo voice. Tea, coffee and cake available to purchase. For more information call Equality Life Disability Support Services - 8531 2294

Thursday 30th 🌦️ 13°

Chatty Cafe: 10.30am - 12 noon at The Square, 2 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Come along for a cuppa, a chat and connect with others in your local community. All welcome. For more information -  8531 1799

Mosaics: 10.30am - 12.30pm at Murray Bridge Community Centre, 18 Beatty Terrace, Murray Bridge. Skilled and supportive tutors Bec and Michelle take participants through every step of their project. $6 per session, $10 materials fee payable at first session. There's also a Saturday class from 9.30am - 12.30pm. Call the centre for details -  8531 1799

Funeral service - Pamela Audrey Holland: 2pm at Minge Chapel

Art & Craft Drop-In: 4pm - 6pm at Headspace, 10 Second Street, Murray Bridge. Bring along a current project or start something new. Meet like minded people and maybe even learn something new and of course there will be plenty of snacks provided. For ages 12 - 25, fortnightly on Thursdays during term 3. For more information - 8531 2122

Film - The Chorale: 5.30pm - 7.30pm at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. As World War I rages on, Dr. Henry Guthrie takes over a British choral society that's lost most of its men to the army. The community soon discovers that the best response to the chaos of war is to make beautiful music together. Rated - M. Starring Ralph Fiennes. Register your attendance at humanitix.com

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