Event Guide - Friday 3rd April

Friday 3^rd April

The Way Of The Cross

From 5pm

The community is warmly invited to gather at Bluewater Quay on 3 April at 5pm for The Way of the Cross, a reflective Good Friday event exploring the story behind one of Christianity’s most significant days. Attendees are encouraged to bring a chair and settle in for an evening of familiar songs and shared reflection. The free event will feature nothing for sale, keeping the focus on the message of the day and the meaning behind the question, “Why is Good Friday good?” Everyone is welcome to come along and be part of the experience.

Bluewater Quay

Saturday 4^th April

Easter Carnival

From 9:30am

Families are invited to hop into the Easter spirit at the Easter Fun Hub this Easter Saturday, with a morning of free activities set to bring smiles to children and adults alike. Running from 9:30am to 1:30pm outside R.M. Williams, the event promises a festive atmosphere with Easter bonnet craft, face painting, balloon twisting and a fun Easter egg hunt. Children will also have the chance to meet the Easter Bunny. With no bookings required and plenty of family friendly entertainment on offer, the community is warmly encouraged to come along and join in the celebrations.

Caneland Central

Hop & Hunt Easter Festival Extravaganza

From 3pm

Families are invited to enjoy a festive afternoon by the water when Harbour Moon Markets joins forces with the Mackay Surf Lifesaving Club for a community Easter celebration on Saturday, 4 April at 67 East Point Drive. From 3pm to 6pm, visitors can enjoy free children’s activities including jumping castles, face painting, balloon fun, an Easter egg hunt and photos with the Easter Bunny, while live music from Soul Vibes and more than 30 market stalls create a lively atmosphere. Food trucks, coffee, freshly made pizzas and pies will be available, with a free sausage sizzle for the first 200 people. Adult entry is $2, supporting the club’s Nippers program.

The Mackay Surf Lifesaving Club

Sunday 5^th April

Resurrection Sunday Dawn Service

5.15am

The community is warmly invited to gather for a Resurrection Sunday Dawn Service at Bluewater Quay at 5:15am on Easter Sunday, 5 April. The outdoor service will mark the Easter morning message of hope and renewal, reflecting the theme of turning darkness into glorious day. All are welcome to attend this early morning gathering by the river, offering a peaceful and meaningful way to begin Easter Sunday.

Bluewater Quay

Wednesday 8^th April

School Holiday Activities At The Botanical Gardens

From 9am

Families are invited to explore the beauty of Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens these school holidays with a fun self guided activity designed to get children discovering the plants and wildlife of the gardens. Activity sheets can be collected from the Visitor Information Centre between 9am and 3pm from Wednesday to Friday, 8 to 10 April. Young explorers can take part in an “I Spy” challenge featuring the garden mural and a leaf hunt that encourages a closer look at the fascinating shapes and textures found throughout the gardens.

Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens

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