Things to do in the Murraylands: November 14-20, 2025
Your guide to everything happening in Murray Bridge and surrounds for the coming week.
The silly season has officially kicked off so head down to Sturt Reserve for the Murray Bridge Riverfront Christmas Festival on Friday night from 5pm.
Food, drinks, rides and plenty to choose from for early Christmas shopping.
The festival continues from 11am on Saturday with the Christmas parade starting at 4pm - followed by fireworks at 9pm.
The Mannum Hotel have a karaoke night on Saturday from 8pm so grab your mates, rev up your vocal chords and start shouting out your fave tunes.
If trash and treasure is more your pace, support a great local club at the Mannum Rowing Club's huge garage sale on Sunday from 9am at Mary Ann Reserve.
There's always something to do in our area so get out of the house and get into it!
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Friday 14th 🌦️🌩️ 28°
Friday Funday Bingo: 10am-12.30pm at Tailem Bend Community Centre, 141 Railway Terrace, Tailem Bend. Ten games, $6 per book. Tea and coffee available for gold coin donation. Call the centre for more information - 8572 3513.
Funeral service - David Lawrence Verrall: 11am at Murray Bridge Racing Club, Brinkley Road, Murray Bridge.
Yarnspace: 11.30am - 1pm at Headspace, 10 Second Street, Murray Bridge. Our headspace cultural program invites all first nations young people aged 12 to 25 to join us on Fridays. Activities include aboriginal art, cooking, bead making, yarn circles and so much more. This is a welcoming environment where you can share and make meaningful connections. For more information call - 8531 2122.
Funeral service - Steven Paul Casey: 2.30pm at Minge Chapel.
Junior Golf: 4pm - 4.45pm at Murray Bridge Golf Club, 1 Ritter Street, Murray Bridge. If your kids are keen to get their skills up to speed, the club pro is holding regular Friday sessions for junior golfers aged 5-12 years. $10 per lesson. Spots are limited, bookings essential — 8531 1388.
Murray Bridge Riverfront Christmas Festival (Day one): 5pm-9pm at Sturt Reserve, Murray Bridge. The event includes live music, rides, food trucks, market stalls, entertainment and festivities. Shop, eat, dance, and celebrate all things festive. For more information visit www.facebook.com/mbchristmasfest
Saturday 15th ⛅ 24°
Kids DIY - rock critters: 10am-10.45am, 11am-11.45am and 12.30pm-1.15pm at Bunnings, Maurice Road, Murray Bridge. Get the kids along for this garden-themed workshop. Bookings essential - www.bunnings.com.au.
Murray Bridge Riverfront Christmas Festival and Parade: 11am-9pm at Sturt Reserve, Murray Bridge. Christmas parade starts at 4pm so get in early to line the route and welcome Santa to Murray Bridge. Followed by fireworks at 9pm. For more information visit www.facebook.com/mbchristmasfest.
Speedway - Sprintcars, Super 8s: Gates from 4pm, racing from 6pm at Murray Bridge Speedway, Kennett Road, Murray Bridge East. Featuring the Sprintcars SA Title and the SA Speedcar Championship. Tickets: tickets.speedwaytickets.com.au.
Karaoke: 8pm 'til late at the Mannum Hotel, 15 Randell Street, Mannum. Whether you’re a shower singer or a stage star, the mic is yours so warm up those vocal cords and gather the crew. Call the hotel for details - 8569 1008.
Sunday 16th 🌦️ 22°
Kids health summit: 9am-4.30pm at Unity College, 44/61 Owl Drive, Murray Bridge. From interactive workshops to informative sessions, this event is perfect for parents, educators, and anyone passionate about children's health. Get ready to discover new ways to promote wellness and make a positive impact on the health of our little ones. Tickets: www.eventbrite.com.au.
Trash and treasure garage sale: 9am-3pm at Mannum Rowing Club, Mary Ann Reserve, Mannum. Come along and find a treasure. Stalls, sausage sizzle, bar open. Proceeds to Mannum Rowing Club. To book a stall or for more information call Kris - 0418 813 696.
Kids DIY - rock critters: 10am-10.45am, 11am-11.45am and 12.30pm-1.15pm at Bunnings, Maurice Road, Murray Bridge. Get the kids along for this garden-themed workshop. Bookings essential - www.bunnings.com.au.
Oz Quo show: from 3pm at The Swanport Hotel, 3166 Jervois Road, Murray Bridge. Status Quo fans, and all good rockers, don't miss this fantastic tribute to the legends that are Status Quo. Call the hotel for details - 8532 3666.
Monday 17th 🌤️ 🌬️ 20°
Funeral service - Lloyd Maxwell Norrish: 10.30am at Minge Chapel.
The checkpoint: 4pm at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. The checkpoint is an after-school club for youth aged 12-24. Dive into exciting card games, timeless board games, and favourites. You're more than welcome to bring your own devices, controllers, games and board games. Fortnightly on Mondays during school term. Call the library for more information - 8539 1175.
Walking netball: from 6.15pm at Christian Reserve Netball Courts, Christian Road, Murray Bridge. Come on down for an evening full of wiggles, giggles, and friendly fun — whether you’re a regular player or brand new, everyone’s welcome to join in. For more information call 0406 809 400.
Tuesday 18th ⛅ 24°
Coorong district council meeting: 10am-1.30pm at Local Government Centre, 95 - 101 Railway Terrace, Tailem Bend. All welcome. Tune into our livestream at www.youtube.com.
Art and craft drop-in: 11am-12.30pm at Headspace, 10 Second Street, Murray Bridge. Bring along a current project or try something new. Meet like minded people and maybe even learn something new, and of course there will be plenty of snacks provided. For young peopled aged 12-25. Call Headspace for more information - 8531 2122.
Social craft club: 12.30pm-3.30pm at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Looking for an inviting place to work on your craft project with like-minded people? Work on your project or learn something new and enjoy a few laughs with fellow crafters. Join us for craft, chats and a cuppa. Contact the library for more information 8539 1175.
LEGO club: 4pm-5.30pm at at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Let your imagination run wild. An adult must accompany children aged 12yrs and younger. Fortnightly on Tuesdays during school term. Bookings are essential, limited spaces - 8539 1175.
Hip hop connections: 4pm-6pm at The Station, 3-5 Railway Terrace, Murray Bridge. Rap and rehearse on stage, make beats and learn music production, use our free studio space to record your tracks. Healthy snacks provided. For young people aged 12-25 every Tuesday during school term. Call Aiden for more information - 0427 400 635.
Bridge burlesque: 6pm-8pm at The Square, 2 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. All welcome. The term fee goes to charity. For more information call Rhiannon - 0402 416 771.
Wednesday 19th ⛅ 23°
Golden go-getters: 10.30am-11.30am at Tailem Bend Town hall, Railway Terrace, Tailem Bend. Help strengthen your muscles and exercise your mind in a safe and supported environment. For more information and to book, call Tailem Bend Community Centre - 8572 3513.
Horse racing: gates from 11am at Murray Bridge Racing Club, Brinkley Road, Murray Bridge. Don't miss a fantastic day of racing, food, and fun. GA tickets and packages available from www.moshtix.com.au.
Band connections: 4pm-6pm at The Station, 3 -5 Railway Terrace, Murray Bridge. You don’t need a band to start. Just rock up. We’ve got instruments and a space to play. Call Aiden for more information - 0427 400 635.
Thursday 20th 🌦️ 21°
Yarn group: 9.30am-12 noon at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Come down to the library to meet like-minded knitters for a chat and a cuppa while you stitch. Held Tuesdays and Thursdays. For more information call the library - 8539 1175.
The Salt Path - film: 5.30pm-7.30pm at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. A couple lose their home and later discover that the husband has been diagnosed with a terminal illness as they embark on a year-long coastal trek. Bookings essential - 8539 1175.
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