Things to do in the Murraylands: Oct 31-Nov 6, 2025
Trick or treat yo' self to some lollies this Friday night, whether you celebrate Halloween or not, who doesn't love a sweet snack?
Murray Bridge News will be snapping all of your boo-tiful costumes as part of the Halloween bingo trail, from 5pm on Friday.
Check out all the other local events happening this weekend.
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Friday 31st 🌦️ 24°
Garden corner: 10am-11am at Bunnings, Maurice Road, Murray Bridge. Have fun learning from our expert horticulturalists. They'll 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. Bookings - www.bunnings.com.au.
Halloween bowling: 5pm-10pm at Bridge Bowl, 6A Maurice Road, Murray Bridge. Dress up and win prizes. Bookings essential - 8531 0022.
Halloween trick or treat at the oval: from 5.30pm at Mypolonga Combined Sport Club, Mypolonga. $10 entry at the gate includes kids meals from the spooky menu, trick or treat candy hunt, ice cream and games. Adult meals also available from the menu. Dress up and come for the scare.
Halloween bingo trail: from 5pm at various business locations on Adelaide Road, Bridge Street and Seventh Street. Presented by Ac care.
Halloween party at the Pretoria: 8pm at the Pretoria Hotel, 50 Randell Street, Mannum. DJ Caroline Tucker will be spinning the best tracks from 9:30pm, keeping the dance floor alive till late. Party with ghosts and ghouls, and soak up the eerie vibes. Costumes encouraged – the scarier, the better. Call the hotel for more information - 8569 1109.
Saturday 1st 🌤️ 30°
Murray Bridge regatta: 8am-4.30pm at Murray Bridge Rowing Club, Murray Cods Drive, Sturt Reserve, Murray Bridge. Food and drink available all day. Contact the club for more details - 0428 836 556.
Dragon boat SA regional challenge: 9am-4.30pm at Mary Ann Reserve, Mannum. Join us on the banks of the Murray River for an action-packed day as Mannum hosts Race 3 of the SA Regional Marina Challenge. Whether you're a dragon boat enthusiast or just looking for a fun day out, there's something for everyone. Bring your friends and family and enjoy the excitement, food, and community vibes.
Kids DIY - Remembrance Day poppy pot: 10am-10.45am, 11am-11.45am and 12.30pm-1.15pm at Bunnings, Maurice Road, Murray Bridge. Join us for this garden-themed workshop and make a Remembrance Day poppy pot. Bookings essential - www.bunnings.com.au.
Roll racing: 5pm-10pm at The Bend Motorsport Park, Dukes Highway, Tailem Bend. The secret to Roll Racing is not to have the most HP, biggest tyre or fattest wallet - it’s to have a well set up car that can get the power to the ground and use it correctly. Tickets: $20 from www.rollracing.com.au.
Sunday 2nd 🌦️ 27°
Mannum markets: 9am-2pm at Mary Ann Reservve, Mannum. Packed with over 35 amazing stalls, come and support local, enjoy a day in beautiful Mannum, and soak up the market vibes. BBQ run by Mannum District History Association, raffle run by Mannum Rowing Club. For more information call the Mannum Visitor Centre - 8569 1303.
Cars n coffee: 8am-10am at Wharf Precinct carpark, Sturt Reserve, Murray Bridge. All makes and models of cars, bikes and even boats welcome. Food & drink available on-site. A lovely family-friendly event held on the first Sunday of every month. This event features the Murray Mallee Auto Club Run with cars scheduled to arrive around 8.30am. For more information call Joanne - 0415 790 260.
Kids DIY - Remembrance Day poppy pot: 10am-10.45am, 11am-11.45am and 12.30pm-1.15pm at Bunnings, Maurice Road, Murray Bridge. Bookings essential - www.bunnings.com.au.
Sunday session - live music: 2pm-5pm at Mannum Hotel, 15 Randell Street, Mannum. Enjoy some cool tunes and a chilled afternoon vibe every Sunday during November. Call the hotel for more details - 8569 1008.
Monday 3rd 🌦️🌩️ 19°
Tailem Bend men's group: 10am-11.30am at Tailem Bend Community Centre, 141 Railway Terrace, Tailem Bend. This group is all about our members. Whether you're keen on guest speakers, outings or a chat over a cuppa, you will help shape what we do. All welcome. Please call the centre for more information - 8572 3513.
Walking netball: 6.45pm for 7pm start at Christian Reserve Netball Courts, Christian Road, Murray Bridge. This is a social, fun event suitable for all ages and fitness levels. Please wear a dark or black top and bring your own water. $5 payable on the night. For more information call - 0466 809 400.
Tuesday 4th 🌧️ 🌬️ 19°
Mannum parent child mother goose: 9.30am, at Mannum Leisure Centre, Senior Citizen Room, Adelaide Road, Mannum. This session features a visit from the CAFHS Nurse that will include weights, measurements, informal discussions and entries into the Blue Book. Call Tailem Bend Community Centre for more information - 8572 3513.
Story time: 9.30am-10am at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Every Tuesday during the school term please join us for stories and songs. For kids aged 0-5 years and their carers. Call the library for more information - 8539 1175.
Mypolonga history museum morning tea: 10am-12noon at the Mypolonga Institute, Mypolonga Road, Mypolonga. The Museum consists of a collection of memorabilia, photos, meeting minutes, family histories and much more that reflects the vibrant heritage of our community and is always being updated. Come along for a chat with the locals and find out more about this lovely town.
Coffee with a cop: 10.30am-11.30am at Murray Bridge Marketplace, South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Come and share a complimentary coffee with police officers, discuss community issues, ask questions and get to know a little more about our local cops and what they do in the area. There'll also be a special performance by the SA police band.
Arts and crafts drop in: 11am-12.30pm at Headspace, 10 Second Street, Murray Bridge. Bring along a current project, meet like minded people and maybe even learn something new. There will be plenty of snacks provided. Call Headspace for more information - 8531 2122.
Wednesday 5th 🌦️ 24°
The cosy cup: 9am-10am at Independent Learning Centre, 22 Seventh Street, Murray Bridge. Drop in for a free coffee and chat to support the students and find out more about the Independent Learning Centre.
Neko's Ride & Walk: 11am-2pm at Johnstone Park, Adelaide Road, Murray Bridge. Join Unity College year 9 student Neko Schoenau as he rides to shine the light on the scourge of domestic and family violence raise money for the Zahra Foundation. There will be drinks for sale, sausages sizzle for a gold coin donation, and a raffle featuring goods donated by local business. Donations can be made at the gate on entry. All welcome to ride or walk a few laps. Contact Amy to donate to the raffle or to take part - amy_ramzy@hotmail.com.
Thursday 6th 🌦️ 26°
Yarn group: 9.30am-12 noon at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Join us and meet like-minded knitters for a chat and a cuppa while you stitch. Yarn provided, all welcome. Tuesdays and Thursdays during school term. Call the library for more information - 8539 1175.
Tina - film: 5.30pm-7.30pm at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. A woman, grieving her daughter's death in the Christchurch quakes, becomes a substitute choir teacher at an elite school. Rated M. Call the library to book your spot - 8539 1175.
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