Things to do in the Murraylands: October 24-30, 2025
Your guide to what's happening in Murray Bridge and surrounds this week, thanks to Spry Holdings.

If you're into camping, cars and country music, the Bend Classic has heaps to do for all ages over three big days of action.
Car lovers will enjoy hours of action on all the tracks including classic cars, karts and drags.
Dance the nights away with headliners Kasey Chambers, Casey Barnes, Jaylee Bell, The Wolfe Brothers and a cast of quality supports.
Don't miss all the fun at the Callington Show on Sunday 26, with highlights this year including the new dachshund dash, Phoa Hoa dragon dancers and the media celebrity cake decorating comp featuring our own Peri Strathearn.
There's also plenty of local, live music around this weekend at the Mannum Hotel on Friday night and the Swanport Hotel on Saturday night.
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Friday 24th ☁️ 24°
The Bend Classic - day one: Gates from 7.30am, racing from 9am at The Bend Motorsport Park, Dukes Highway, Tailem Bend. More cars, more country and more camping. Expect the multi-precinct activation throughout the whole event and plenty of entertainment. Hop on/hop off buses available throughout the park. Headliner artists: Travis Collins - 7pm and Haylee Bell - 8.30pm. Ticket prices vary across the weekend, kids 15 & under - free. Tickets available at www.outix.co.
Halloween karaoke: 5.30pm-9.30pm at 9 Short Street, Murray Bridge. Support this fundraiser for Murray Bridge Players and Singers, your community theatre group. $5 at the door. Prize for spookiest costume. All ages welcome. For more information - secretary@mbplayersandsingers.com.au.
Live music - Shakin' The Blues: from 8pm at Mannum Hotel, 15 Randell Street, Mannum. Grab your friends and come on down for an unforgettable Friday night of Blues with a groove. Raffles and drink specials. Call the hotel for more information - 8569 1008.

Saturday 25th 🌧️ 26°
Market Day at St Luke's: from 9am at St Luke's Anglican Church, Cnr Granites Road and Station Drive, Tailem Bend. From books and bric-a-brac to honey (last chance for this season), chocolates and sweets plus toys and so much more. Don't forget our famous kransky and sauerkraut plus lots of other foods and drinks available. Call Tony to book your site - 0400 870 878.
Kids DIY - Halloween sun catchers: 10am-10.45am, 11am-11.45am, 12.30pm-1.15pm at Bunnings. Maurice Road, Murray Bridge. Join in for a spooky workshop. Kids will get to decorate their own Halloween Sun Catcher. Children must be accompanied at all times. Bookings are essential from www.bunnings.com.au.
Funeral service - Benita Ntihebuwayo: 10am at Bridge Evangelical Christian Church.
CWA Mannum 'Special Welcome': 1pm-3pm at Mannum Rowing Club, Mary Ann Reserve, River Lane, Mannum. Building conversation, connection and community. All welcome.
The Bend Classic - day two: Gates from 7.30am, racing from 9am, at The Bend Motorsport Park, Dukes Highway, Tailem Bend. More cars, more country and more camping. Includes classic drags and a demolition derby at the Dragway at the Bend and lawnmower racing in the Main Area Carpark #1. Headliner artists: The Wolfe Brothers - 5.45pm, Casey Barnes - 7.15pm and Casey Chambers - 8.45pm. Ticket prices vary across the weekend, kids 15 & under - free. Tickets available at www.outix.co.
Live Music - Project V: 8.30pm at Swanport Hotel, 3166 Jervois Road, Murray Bridge. Swannies will be pumping this Saturday night. Join local legends James, Anthony, Oliver, Geoff and Greg and keep the party rockin' til late. For more information call the hotel - 8532 3666.

Sunday 26th 🌤️22°
Murray Bridge marathon festival: 7am-1pm at Murray Cods Drive, Sturt Reserve, Murray Bridge. Marathon and 1/2 marathon start at 7.00am; 10km and a spooky, Halloween themed 5km run/walk at 8.00am. For more information or to register for any distance call 0431 638 721.
Mannum cars 'n' coffee: 8.30am at Arnold Park, Mannum. All vehicles, bikes etc welcome. Food and drink available, family friendly. Always last Sunday of the month. Call Peter for more information - 0427 818 030.
Callington Show: 10am-4pm at Callington Oval, 20 Callington Road, Callington. Featuring a wide range of activities, demonstrations, entertainers, food stalls, trade stalls and displays spread out over the two ovals plus show exhibitions in the Callington Hall. Tickets at the gate: Adult -$15, Conc/Kids 13 and under -$5.
The Bend Classic - Day three: Gates from 7.30am, racing from 9am, at The Bend Motorsport Park, Dukes Highway, Tailem Bend. More cars, more country and more camping. Headliner artists: Kingswood - 12.55pm, Brad Chicken and the Bootstraps - 2.15pm. Ticket prices vary across the weekend, kids 15/u - free. Tickets available at www.outix.co.
Kids DIY - Halloween sun catchers: 10am-10.45am, 11am-11.45am, 12.30pm-1.15pm at Bunnings. Maurice Road, Murray Bridge. Join in for a spooky workshop. Kids will get to decorate their own Halloween Sun Catcher. Bookings are essential from www.bunnings.com.au.
Murray Bridge Skate Park League 2025: From 11am at Charles Sturt Drive, Sturt Reserve, Murray Bridge. Watch local riders battle it out for medals and points towards the South Australia Regional Series League Ladders. SPL: 2.30pm-7.30pm, Scooter: 2.30pm, BMX -4.00pm, Skateboarding -5.00pm. To register and for more information visit skatepark.ymca.org.au.
Live Music - Tracey Rains and Claypan: 11am-4pm at Imperial FC Clubrooms, Adelaide Road, Murray Bridge. $10 - Members (with card), $12 guests. Lunch available. Presented by the Murray Bridge Country Music Club. For table bookings and more information call Gloria - 0488 748 911.
Monday 27th 🌧️ 19°
Mindful Monday with Becca: 9.15am at The Square, 2 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Start your week with a relaxing meditation. Wear something comfortable and come ready for 30 minutes of bliss. $5 per session. Enquiries call 7559 0020.
Come and try - calisthenics: 4pm-5.30pm for minis at Johnstone Park Clubrooms. Also 5.30pm-9.00pm at Murray Bridge Catholic Parish Hall, 17 Ind Street, Murray Bridge. If you or your child loves dancing, performing, and learning new skills, calisthenics could be the perfect fit. No experience needed, all ages welcome, come give it a go. To register your interest fill out the form at docs.google.com.
Tuesday 28th 🌤️ 21°
Services Australia - mobile service centre: 9am-4pm at Mannum in the Arnold Park carpark, Randell Street, Mannum. This is your chance to access information from Services Australia including Centrelink, DVA, Medicare, Aged Care and more closer to home. No bookings necessary just come in.
Off duty mums: 9.30am-11.30am at The Square, 2 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. This is an opportunity for Mum's to come together to enjoy a chat with a warm drink in a friendly atmosphere once the kids have been dropped off at school. This is not a play date. Presented by AC Care and The Haven. Call 0466 809 400 for more information.
Mannum mother goose: 9.45am at Mannum Leisure Centre, Senior Citizen Room, 51 Adelaide Road, Mannum. This session is intergenerational with residents from Aminya Village. For more information call Tailem Bend Community Centre - 8572 3513.
Arts and crafts drop in: 11am-12.30pm at Headspace, 10 Second Street, Murray Bridge. This new program will run every Tuesday during school term and is aimed at young people aged 12-25. Bring along a current project or maybe start a new one. And of course there will be plenty of snacks provided. Contact: 8531 2122.
Wednesday 29th ⛅23°
Horse racing: Gates from 11am at Murray Bridge Racing Club, 342 Brinkley Road, Murray Bridge. Don't miss a fantastic day of racing, food, and fun. General admission -free. Raceday packages available from www.moshtix.com.au.
Creative kids craft - Halloween: 4pm-5pm at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. From seasonal decorations to personalized gifts and unique art projects, Creative Kids Craft sessions offer fresh and exciting creations. Call the library to book your spot - 8539 1175.
Thursday 30th ⛅ 28°
Monarto Safari Park - career's day: 10.30am-3.45pm at Monarto Safari Park, Monarto. Join us for a special full day event that gives students a chance to learn about the variety of careers that are needed to keep a zoo and park running. Includes a range of guest speakers from animal care to horticulture, marketing and administration, as well as investigating training pathways to animal-related careers. Cost: $52.50 per student. Contact: 8230 1258.
Halloween family fun: 5pm-7pm at Bunnings, Maurice Road, Murray Bridge. Join us or a spooktacular evening. There will be kids' entertainment, activities and maybe even a treat or two. You can book a place for up to ten people including kids - www.bunnings.com.au.
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