Event Guide

Friday 27 May

Reconciliation Week Movie Screenings – Storm Boy

Friday, 3pm to 5pm

A time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, achievements and contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia. Both movies are part of a tribute to David Gulpilil, renowned indigenous Australian actor, and will involve round table discussions afterwards. These events are for adults aged 18 years and older. Bookings are essential. Storm Boy lives a lonely life with his reclusive father on a desolate coastline, but when he forms a close bond with a pelican, Mr. Percival, his life takes a new and unexpected turn.

Gordon White Library

Kucom’s Big Weekend – The Balding of David Horton

Friday, 4pm

It’s that time again—Geoff Stewart-McLean will be shedding his luxuriant locks in preparation for his role as David Horton in The Vicar of Dibley 2. Proudly sponsored by Gina T Hair and Beauty, Mackay. Come along and lend him your support.

Kucom Theatre

Sarina Candle Lighting Ceremony

Friday from 5pm

Join in the ceremony to remember those who have lost their lives as a result of domestic and family violence.

ANZAC Park, Sarina

Sunset Sessions

Every Friday Evening From 6pm

Knock off drinks, lakeside dinner, good friends, and LIVE MUSIC.

Wake House Australia

Kucom’s Big Weekend – Neil Murray – Keep Rolling On

Friday, 7pm

Maverick song man Neil Murray was a founding member of the pioneering Warumpi Band, which in the 1980s penetrated mainstream Australia with the iconic anthems My Island Home and Blackfella Whitefella. On Friday he will perform at Kucom Theatre, ably supported by Trudy Fatnowna Edgeley (aka Phil & Trudy Edgeley). Expect an enthralling journey through the landmark songs of Neil Murray’s four-decade career.

Kucom Theatre

The Stone Apes

Friday, 6pm

The Stone Apes with supporting act Nortica will be set to kick off at 9pm the 27th of May - be sure not to miss out!

Empire Alternacade and Events

Saturday 28 May

Positive Pregnancy & Birth Expo

Saturday, 9am to 1pm

The expo showcases and connects women and families with services that can better their experience during pre-conception, pregnancy, birth, and post-partum, while highlighting the many wonderful local businesses Mackay has to offer new and evolving families. Admission is FREE.

The MECC

Native Plants Queensland Native Plant Sale

Saturday, 9am to 1pm

Don’t miss this opportunity to buy a range of native plants from as low as $3. Selections are made easy with colour-coded labelling and species numbers, with friendly society members on hand to help. Park your car in the Meadowlands Amphitheatre carpark, off Alexandra Street, and walk over to the nursery.

Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens Nursery, Cowley’s Road

Kucom’s Big Weekend – The Foreigner Auditions

Saturday, 2pm

Kucom Theatre's final offering for our 75th anniversary year will be The Foreigner, a comedy

by American playwright Larry Shue. Directors are looking for some awesome cast members to bring this show to life and will be holding auditions at Kucom Theatre on Saturday 28th May from 2pm.

Kucom Theatre

Cocktail Masterclass

Saturday, 4pm to 4pm

Attention cocktail lovers! Don't miss Sarina Sugar Shed’s next cocktail masterclass. Not only do you make (and drink) your own cocktails, but the price includes yummy nibbles with lots of fun included! Book online or call on (07) 4943 2801. Limited spots are available so don’t delay.

Sarina Sugar Shed

Sunday 29 May

Sunday Live Music

Sunday, 2:00pm to 5:00pm

Music every Sunday from 2pm - 5pm. Head down to the Seabreeze Hotel this Sunday for some fresh tunes, delicious food, and ice-cold brews.

Seabreeze Hotel

Monday 30 May

Reconciliation Week Movie Screenings – The Tracker

Monday, 2:00pm to 4:00pm

When a white woman is murdered in 1920s Australia, a police officer ventures into the outback with a small crew in search of the aboriginal fugitive accused of the crime. As the pursuit through this dangerous territory drags on, tensions begin to rise between the crew members.

Gordon White Library

Come and Try Gridiron

Monday, 6:00pm

Mackay Gridiron Come and Try Day. If you have ever been interested in giving it a go, come down to meet the coach and some players and see what it’s all about.

Brothers Leprechaun Park

Tuesday 31 May

Party in the Park

Tuesday, 9:00am to 11:30am

Party in the Park is happening again in Mackay! There will be jumping castles, free face painting, ice-cream van, and a petting zoo, along with more than 30 stallholders in attendance. This event aims to connect families that have children under five, with local no cost, low cost and age specific services within the Mackay region.

Mackay Regional Council Lawns (Civic Precinct)

Wednesday 1 May

Mackay Farmers’ Market

Every Wednesday, 6:30am to 10:30am

The market is a showcase of our region’s amazing produce direct from the farmer.

Bluewater Quay

Thursday 2 May

Xavier Rudd 'Jan Juc Moon' Tour

Thursday, 6:00pm

Xavier Rudd announces his 2022 Australian tour, in celebration of the release of his forthcoming 10th studio album ‘Jan Juc Moon’. The wind blows strong though Xavier Rudd's tenth album. It’s a recurring image that speaks of wide-open space and the awesome natural elements that shape it: a force far greater than us, but ours to harness if we take the time to learn, reflect and respect its ways.

The MECC

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