Things to do in the Murraylands: Oct 2-8, 2026
Your guide to everything happening in Murray Bridge and surrounds this week, thanks to Machinery Distributors Australia.
The Labour Day long weekend is always a busy one in the Murraylands, with school holidays in full swing and the weather getting more pleasant, and this weekend will be no exception.
Aside from the Wellington Strawberry Fete, which has been cancelled for this year, all the usual festivities will be on offer, including Murray Bridge’s Gold Cup, the Bend Classic, the Palmer Hot Rod Street Party and more.
Enjoy.
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Friday 2nd 🌦️ 19°
The Bend Classic: From 7.30am at the Bend Motorsport Park, Dukes Highway, Tailem Bend. More cars. More country. More camping. Soak up the atmosphere at BBQ at the Bend, car displays, family activations and more. Includes formula Fords, formula 5000 and supersprint. Tickets: classic.thebend.com.au.
Funeral service for Dennis Rodney Bairstow: 10.30am at the Minge Chapel, Murray Bridge.
Biblio Banter: 2-3pm at Murray Bridge Library. Join a relaxed group of readers to discuss current reads, uncover hidden gems and swap recommendations. Settle in with coffee or tea and share your love of literature. More information: 8539 1175.
Funeral service - Ted Quarry: 2.00pm at Minge Chapel
Just Dance Party: 2pm - 4pm at Murray Bridge Library. Grab your dancing shoes and get ready to bust a move in the library as we play Just Dance on the Switch. Please note that all children must be supervised by a parent or guardian during the event. Registration essential - humanitix.com
Murray Bridge RSL live music: 6pm - 7pm: Karen Kneebone and Jen McLoughlin providing dinner music followed at 7.30pm by Noel & Chappy from 7.30pm. For more information and to book - 8532 1314
Cry Wolf: 8pm - 11pm at Mannum Hotel, 15 Randell Street, Mannum. Kick off you long weekend with some rockin' live music at the Mannum. Courtesy bus available - 8569 1008
Jack Driscoll: 9pm - late at Mannum Community Club, 66 Randell Street, Mannum. Join Jack playing all your country favourites until late. For details - 8569 1010
Saturday 3rd 🌦️ 18°
The Bend Classic (Day 2): from 7.30am at The Bend Motorsport Park, Dukes Highway, Tailem Bend. More cars. More country. More camping. Soak up the atmosphere at BBQ at The Bend, car displays, family activations and more. Explore Podium Park as it transforms into a full scale Country Festival on Saturday, headlined by Lee Kernaghan and James Johnston. Includes historic touring cars and nostalgia drags. Tickets - range of prices from classic.thebend.com.au
Kids DIY - Lanterns: 10am - 10.45am, 11am - 11.45am and 12.30pm - 1.15pm at Bunnings, Maurice Road, Murray Bridge. Children will get hands-on creating and decorating their very own lantern all while learning basic DIY skills with our team. It’s a great way for kids to get creative and use their imagination. Recommended for kids 5–12 years, kids must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Booking recommended - bunnings.com.au
Murray Bridge Gold Cup: from 11am at Murray Bridge Racing Club, 342 Brinkley Road, Brinkley. Don't miss all the action at South Australia's biggest country raceday. Join us for an unforgettable day of racing, fashion, entertainment and hospitality. Local bus service available from 11.30am. Range of ticket prices starting with GA from $22.07 (inc. fees) and to book the bus service - moshtix.com.au
90's Night with DJ Chris Low: from 9.30pm at Pretoria Hotel, Randell Street, Mannum. Get your besties together and wind back the clock with cocktail specials and prizes for best dressed. For details - 8569 1109
Sunday 4th ⛅ 19°
The Bend Classic (Day 3): from 7.30am at The Bend Motorsport Park, Dukes Highway, Tailem Bend. More cars. More country. More camping. Soak up the atmosphere at BBQ at The Bend, car displays, family activations and more. Includes nostalgia drags from 9am and drive-in movies from 6pm, featuring 'Smokey & The Bandit'. Tickets - range of prices from classic.thebend.com.au
Cars and Coffee: 8-10am at Murray Bridge wharf. Priority parking will be for Camaros and Corvettes this month.
Mannum Markets: 9am - 2pm at Arnold Park, Mannum. Join over 35 local producers for a lovely day by the river. Arts, crafts, food, drinks and produce. Always held on the first Sunday of the month.
Palmer Hot Rod Street Party: 10am - 4pm at the Palmer Hotel, Adelaide Road, Palmer. Enjoy classic cars, custom builds and hot rods along the main street plus live music from The Silverados, DJ Jess with food stalls including the CFS BBQ and entertainment for the whole family. Pre-1996 cars are also welcome for the display. For details - 8569 4054
Acrylic Landscape Painting demonstration: 10.30am - 12noon at Mannum Gallery & Gifts, 8 Randell Street, Mannum. Dive beyond the surface, as local Artist Angelee Theodoros shows her creative process, techniques, and tool usage step-by-step to inspire and please ask questions.
Kids DIY - Board game: 10am - 10.45am, 11am - 11.45am and 12.30pm - 1.15pm at Bunnings, Maurice Road, Murray Bridge. Children will get hands-on creating and decorating their very own daylight saving board game all while learning basic DIY skills with our team. It’s a great way for kids to get creative and use their imagination. Recommended for kids 5–12 years, kids must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Registration essential - bunnings.com.au
Murraylands Cycle Speedway (Skid Kids): from 11.45am at Cycle Speedway, Homburg Drive, Murray Bridge. All ages and new or casual riders welcome. Canteen open. Free for spectators, $5 per rider or $15 for the whole family. Cash only, no EFTPOS available. For more information - 0419 850 924
Ellen Tefanis: from 12.30pm at Pretoria Hotel, Mannum. Enjoy a relaxed long weekend Sunday arvo at the Pretoria with cool tunes from Ellen Tefanis.
Zachary Luka: 2pm - 5pm at the Mannum Hotel, 15 Randell Street, Mannum. Kick back and relax by the river with live music from Zachary Luka. Courtesy bus available - 8569 1008
Monday 5th 🌤️ 23°
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Tuesday 6th 🌦️ 18°
Advanced Care Directive - information session: 10am - 12noon at Local Government Centre, 2 Seventh Street, Murray Bridge. Would you like to learn more about Advanced Care Directives? Gain the information you need to understand how to complete this important document. Includes short presentation, question time and resources to take away. Refreshments provided. Bookings essential - contact Debbie Burton on 8539 1116 or d.burton@murraybridge.sa.gov.au
Social Craft Club: 12.30pm - .30pm at Murray Bridge Library. 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. For details - 8539 1175
Stay & Play: 1pm - 3pm at Murray Bridge Library. Come and join us for a fun and relaxed session at the Toy Library. Children can explore a variety of toys, games and activities while families connect with others in the community. For details - 8539 1175
Wednesday 7th 🌞 21°
Teen DIY workshop - photo frame: 10am - 11am at Bunnings, Maurice Road, Murray Bridge. Join us in store and get creative designing and decorating your own decoupage photo frame. Recommended for ages 10 - 16. Bookings essential - bunnings.com.au
School holiday science workshop - bouncy balls: 10am - 1pm at Murray Bridge Marketplace, in front of Big W. Kids will discover the science behind polymers while creating colourful bouncy balls they can take home and enjoy. Limited places, kids must be accompanied by an adult at all times. For more information - 8531 0484
School holiday gym session: 10.45am - 11.45am at Snap Fitness, Swanport Road, Murray Bridge. Are you aged 12 - 25 and looking for something to do these school holidays? Join us at Snap Fitness for a gym session supervised by a qualified instructor and supported by staff from Headspace. All abilities and fitness levels welcome. For details - 8531 2122
Isobel Baker - author talk: 4pm - 5pm at Murray Bridge Library. Join registered nurse and author Isabel Baker for a discussion of The A-Z of Dementia Care. Drawing on 35 years of experience, she will share practical advice on understanding dementia, improving communication, supporting meaningful engagement and responding to behaviours with compassion and confidence. Registration essential - humanitix.com
Fiction & Friction Book Club: from 6pm - 8pm at Fiction & Friction, 49A Bridge Street, Murray Bridge. Join us for nibbles, crafts and talking all things books. This month we'll be painting our own tote bags. $22 (inc fees) from eventbrite.com.au
Battle of the Bridge Super Series (Rd 5): 7pm - 10pm at Johnstone Park Combined Clubrooms, Thomas Street, Murray Bridge. Features (Regulated) Midgets, EDM's, Sprintcars and Late Models. Regular practice and racing. Computer lap scoring. $10 per racer with your own car, spectators free. For details - mbindoorminircspeedway20@gmail.com
Thursday 8th 🌤️ 26°
Kids DIY - Seed balls: 10am - 11am at Bunnings, Maurice Road, Murray Bridge. Time at Place. Looking for a fun activity over the school holidays to keep the kids entertained? Join us in store and get creative with our super fun seed ball workshop. For ages 5 - 12, an adult must accompany child at all times. Bookings essential - bunnings.com.au
School holiday science workshop - DIY squishies: 10am - 1pm at Murray Bridge Marketplace, in front of Big W. Design your very own squishy toy. Children will learn how different materials work while making a fun sensory keepsake. Limited places, kids must be accompanied by an adult at all times. For more information - 8531 0484
Funeral service - Margaret Joan Schubert: 12noon at Minge Chapel
Coyote v ACME - Headspace Day movie: 1.30pm - 4pm at Cameo Cinema, 2 First Street, Murray Bridge. Join us for a free screening of the brand new Coyote vs ACME movie to celebrate headspace day and enjoy a free drink and popcorn combo to really help you kick back and relax. Free admission for people aged 12 - 25. Limited places, registration essential - humanitix.com
Film - Across the River and Into the Trees: 5.30pm - 7.30pm at Murray Bridge Library. Haunted by the Second World War, American Army Col Richard Cantwell is a hero who faces news of his illness with stoic disregard. Determined to spend a weekend in solitude, he commandeers a military driver to facilitate a visit to Venice. Stars Pierce Brosnan and Liev Schreiber. Rated: M. Registration essential - humanitix.com
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