Things to do in Murray Bridge: 4th-10 October, 2024
Your guide to an action packed weekend for the school holidays including a Speedway battle, bubble show and basketball carnival.
The kids won't have a chance to get bored this weekend with activities galore.
A scientific bubble show is making its way to the town hall, with Marty McBubble creating all sorts of bubble rockets, volcanos, tornado and more.
The Murray Bridge Speedway are also holding their annual Bill Wigzell Battle of the Bridge event.
Scroll down to make sure you don't miss out on all the action this weekend!
This week's events guide is brought to you by Bridgeport Hotel. To express an interest in sponsoring this weekly feature, contact jane@murraybridge.news.
Friday 4th ⛅ 22°
Funeral service - Wendy Ann Kennewell: 10.30am at Lifehouse Church, 170 Adelaide Road, Murray Bridge.
School Holiday Fitness Program: 10.30am - 11.30am at Snap Fitness, Murray Bridge. Are you a young person aged 12 - 25 keen to step inside a gym? Come and meet new people and enjoy specialised support from a personal trainer and Headspace staff. Healthy snacks and water provided - come along with a friend. It's free! Call Headspace - 8531 2122 or email: headspace@ireach.com.au
Funeral service - Andrew Barry Wade Baumgartner: 2pm at Minge Chapel.
Murray Bridge Bullets Basketball Carnival (Day 1) - From 6pm at Unity College Sports Stadium, Owl Drive Murray Bridge and Murray Bridge Basketball Stadium, 113 Old Princes Highway, Murray Bridge. To kick off the Summer basketball season come & support the Murray Bridge Bullets as they face off against the best players from across regional South Australia. Expect to see some of the finest basketball action in the state. For more information - www.murraybridgebasketballassociation.com.au
The Scientific Bubble Show: 11am at Murray Bridge performing Arts + Function Centre (Town Hall). With quirky gadgets and plenty of comedy, Marty McBubble will create bubble rockets, volcanos and tornadoes, bubble cubes and carousels, bubble ice cream and bubble jellyfish and some children will even go inside a giant bubble and along the way he'll explain all the science behind it. Tickets $12.00 from events.ticketbooth.com.au
Saturday 5th 🌧️20°
Mypolonga Uniting Church Sale: 8am -11am at Mypolonga Uniting Church, Lot 20. Green Street, Mypolonga. Wide variety of items available, cash only. All welcome. For more information contact Anne - 8569 7220
Murray Bridge Bullets Basketball Carnival (Day 2) - Unity College Sports Stadium, Owl Drive and Murray Bridge Basketball Stadium, 113 Old Princes Highway, Murray Bridge. Daily from 9am. To kick off the Summer basketball season come & support the Murray Bridge Bullets as they face off against the best players from across regional South Australia. For more information - www.murraybridgebasketballassociation.com.au
Yumali Muster: 5 - 7 October at Yumali.The Yumali Community is holding a reunion on the long weekend in October. The Hall will feature family events and gatherings whilst the Cricket Club Rooms will become the "Broken Bat Bar" with live music, firepit and beers and wines. Join in the fun with tennis, pickle ball, kids games, Old Style Dance Night, history night and more. To book for the Saturday night Dinner Dance - https://www.trybooking.com For more info - 0414 627 888
Kids DIY: 1pm - 2pm at Bunnings, Maurice Road, Murray Bridge. Do your kids love to get their fingers dirty? Then join our team and have some fun with clay. Children must be accompanied by an adult. To register, visit - www.bunnings.com.au
Sprintcars 'Bill Wigzell Battle of The Bridge': Gates - 4pm, action from 6pm. Murray Bridge Speedway, 21 - 35 Kennett Road, Murray Bridge. Sprintcars, plus Formula 500s 'King of the Bridge' and Junior F500s. Tickets from $37.20 (Adult, GA), kids under 12 free from speedwaytickets.com.au
Sunday 6th 🌤️ 22°
Cars N Coffee: 8am - 10am at Wharf Precinct Carpark, Wharf Road, Murray Bridge. Check out the cars on display, have a coffee and a bite to eat. Coffee, hot chocolate, milkshakes, cool drinks, donuts and egg and bacon rolls available to purchase.
Wellington Strawberry Fete: 10am - 2pm at 3444 Jervois Road, Wellington. Music, home produce, face painting, vintage cars, art works, bric a brac and food stalls. Strawberries, jam, scones, cream and much more.
Mower Racing at Meningie: 11am - 4pm at the Meningie Hotel, Meningie. One of the biggest events on the SA Lawn Mower Racing Association calendar. Racing from 11am, gold coin donation on entry, no pets. Call the Meningie Hotel for more information - 8575 1007
Punjabi Virasat - Mela Murray Bridge: 11am - 5pm at Murray Bridge Showgrounds, 113 Old Princes Highway, Murray Bridge. Join our vibrant Indian community at the 7th Annual Punjabi virasat. Featuring live performances, music, a quiz, tug-of-war, spot prizes and free food! Free admission, parking available on site. For more information call Jagtar - 0401 082 793
Murray Bridge Bullets Basketball Carnival (Day 3) - Unity College Sports Stadium, Owl Drive and Murray Bridge Basketball Stadium, 113 Old Princes Highway, Murray Bridge. Daily from 9am. To kick off the Summer basketball season come & support the Murray Bridge Bullets as they face off against the best players from across regional South Australia. For more information - www.murraybridgebasketballassociation.com.au
Kids DIY: 10am - 12noon and 1pm - 2pm at Bunnings, Maurice Road, Murray Bridge. Do your kids love to get their fingers dirty? Then join our team and have some fun with clay. Children must be accompanied by an adult. To register, visit - www.bunnings.com.au
Sprintcars 'Australian Sprintcar Stampede': Gates - 4pm, action from 6pm. Murray Bridge Speedway, 21 - 35 Kennett Road, Murray Bridge. Featuring sprintcars, speedcars and Demolition Derby. Tickets $37.50 (Adult, GA), kids under 12 free from speedwaytickets.com.au/event
Monday 7th 🌤️ 23°
Murray Bridge Bullets Basketball Carnival (Day 4) - At Unity College Sports Stadium, Owl Drive and Murray Bridge Basketball Stadium, 113 Old Princes Highway, Murray Bridge. Expect to see some of the finest basketball action in the state! With teams ranging from Under 12s to Under 18s and possibly some u/23s, come along and cheer on our local rising stars as they showcase their talent. For more information - www.murraybridgebasketballassociation.com.au
Stuffers Bear Building: 9.30am - 4pm at Murray Bridge Market Place, near Big W. Kids can choose their very own special friend from a variety of bears, stuff them, name them and receive a teddy bear birth certificate. Bear clothing and accessories are available at an additional cost. $10 + accessories or $14 + accessories if daily limit of bears is reached.
Tuesday 8th 🌞 20°
Stuffers Bear Building: 9.30am - 4pm at Murray Bridge Market Place, near Big W. Kids can choose their very own special friend from a variety of bears, stuff them, name them and receive a teddy bear birth certificate. Bear clothing and accessories are available at an additional cost. $10 + accessories or $14 + accessories if daily limit of bears is reached.
Art Aerosol workshops: 12noon - 2pm and 3pm - 5pm at The Station, 3 -5 Railway Terrace, Murray Bridge. The every popular Art Aerosol workshops are back at The Station. Suitable for young people aged 12 - 25, all materials, water and healthy snack provided. Bookings essential - 0427 400 635
Kids Craft workshop: 10am - 12 noon and 1pm - 2pm at Bunnings. Maurice Road, Murray Bridge. 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 craft workshops. Children must be accompanied by an adult. To register, visit - www.bunnings.com.au
Chor Farmer and the Lobethal Harmony Club: 7pm at the Lobethal Uniting Church, 22 Main Street, Lobethal. Chor Farmer is a Japanese male voice choir from Tokyo on their 22nd Goodwill Tour of Australia. Supper provided after the concert. Tickets: $40 - Adults, $35 - concession, $15 - Students, Children under 15 - free. For more information contact Peter - 0408 897 765
Wednesday 9th 🌞27°
Stuffers Bear Building: 9.30am - 4pm at Murray Bridge Market Place, near Big W. Kids can choose their very own special friend from a variety of bears, stuff them, name them and receive a teddy bear birth certificate. Bear clothing and accessories are available at an additional cost. $10 + accessories or $14 + accessories if daily limit of bears is reached.
Murraylands Inclusive Sports Day - Activity sessions: 10am - 12pm and 3pm - 5pm at Murray Bridge Showgrounds Oval, Murray Bridge. This exciting event is designed to foster inclusivity and accessibility in sport and recreation, helping children with disabilities integrate into local sporting clubs and become more active. Hear from SANFL, SACA, Tennis SA, SA Country Basketball & Football SA.
School Holiday Fitness Program: 10.30am - 11.30am at Snap Fitness, Murray Bridge. Are you a young person aged 12 - 25 keen to step inside a gym? Come and meet new people and enjoy specialised support from a personal trainer and Headspace staff. Healthy snacks and water provided - come along with a friend. It's free! Call Headspace - 8531 2122 or email: headspace@ireach.com.au
Murraylands Inclusive Sports Day - Information session: 5.30pm - 6.30pm at Murray Bridge Basketball Clubrooms, 113 Old Princes Highway, Murray Bridge. Presenters include SANFL, SACA, Sports4All followed by a panel Q&A.
Thursday 10th ⛅ 19°
Stuffers Bear Building: 9.30am - 4pm at Murray Bridge Market Place, near Big W. Kids can choose their very own special friend from a variety of bears, stuff them, name them and receive a teddy bear birth certificate. Bear clothing and accessories are available at an additional cost. $10 + accessories or $14 + accessories if daily limit of bears is reached.
Paint and Smoothies workshop: 10am and 1.30pm at The Square Community Centre, 2 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Come along and create your own 'No Drama Llama' masterpiece. Suitable for kids aged 5 - 12. All materials provided. Adult must stay and supervise their child. Cost: $5 per child. To book call Helen: 0466 809 400 places are limited.
Kids Craft workshop: 10am - 12 noon and 1pm - 2pm at Bunnings. Maurice Road, Murray Bridge. 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 craft workshops. Children must be accompanied by an adult. To register, visit - www.bunnings.com.au
Family Challenge Fun: 2pm - 3.30pm at Mannum Oval, 2 North Terrace, Mannum. Join in the fun with challenges, games and activities. Compete for, and against, your family with parents v kids and family v family events. Picnic snack provided. Children aged 5 - 12 must be accompanied by an adult. For more information call 8572 3513 or visit www.tbcc.org.au
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