Friday 26 August
Seniors Friendship Group
Every Friday, 9:00am to 11:30am
The Senior Friendship Group meets every Friday and does a range of activities from Bingo to Morning Tea to Lunch. If you would like to join this group or have any queries, please phone (07) 4957 2626.
The Neighbourhood Hub, 4 George Street, Mackay
Silver Screen Surprise – McLintock 1963 (PG)
Friday, 9:30am to 11:30am
Are you tired of seeing the same movies? Discover a hidden movie gem at our Silver Screen Surprise showing of an American Western comedy film starring John Wayne and Maureen O’Hara, called McLintock. Bookings required.
Gordon White Library
Age Care Fees and Charges Seminar
Friday, 11:00am to 12:30pm
A free seminar by Services Australia discussing aged care needs, options for the former home, fees and charges, and pension and tax implications. Bookings required.
Dudley Denny City Library
Bass Jamming
Friday, 3:40pm to 4:40pm
Play bass guitar with other music enthusiasts. This session now includes percussion and synth bass as well. The event is for those aged 12 years and older. Bookings required.
Dudley Denny City Library
Friday SUN.sets – Jack Oliveira
Every Friday Evening From 6pm
Knock off drinks, lakeside dinner, good friends, and LIVE MUSIC.
Wake House Australia
Saturday 27 August
Clean Up the Mackay Region
Saturday, August 27, 9am to 11am – Plane Creek revegetation site
Saturday, August 27, 3pm to 5pm – Grasstree Beach
Sunday, August 28, 8am to 10am – Riverside Drive, Cremorne
Sunday, August 28, 9am to 11am – Hodges Road, Shoal Point
Are you sick of seeing litter in the Mackay region’s beautiful natural areas? It’s not too late to lend a hand during ‘Clean Up the Mackay Region’ in the month of August. Join a clean-up near you and help intercept the Mackay region’s litter before it reaches the ocean. Check out the list of events being held in August and register at www.cleanup.org.au/mackay.
Various locations
Legends On The Lawn
Saturday, 12:00pm
Legends on the Lawn is coming to Harrup Park! Bringing some of the biggest names to North Queensland, it’s time to get your mates together for one massive day of live music. Headlined by Jimmy Barnes, along with The Living End, Jon Stevens, Vika & Linda, Vanessa Amorosi, Busby Marou and Christine Anu, Legends on the Lawn is put together by the organisers who are responsible for the ever-popular Red Hot Summer Tour.
Harrup Park
Sugar City Rock 'n' Rollers Mackay Club Hop
Saturday, 6:30pm to 11:00pm
Our next Hop is at St Patrick’s Hall on Saturday with The Two Maoris providing the music from 7pm to 11pm (doors open at 6:30pm). Further enquiries call 0408 983 911.
St Patrick’s Hall, River Street, Mackay
Sunday 28 August
Workshop: Practical Bookbinding
Sunday, 10:00am to 2:30pm
A resurgence of the bookbinding craft has seen many visual artists and photographers explore captivating ideas through the use of a book medium. In this workshop, Louis Lim will discuss the various possibilities in artist book making followed by a hands-on session learning several book-binding techniques. $15 per person.
Artspace Mackay
Robertson Brothers 1960’s TV Variety Show
Sunday, 2:00pm
Do you dream of reliving the good old days? Well, don't miss the Robertson Brothers 1960s TV Variety Show with special guest Simon Brook McLachlan - from the original cast of the hit musical Jersey Boys. Take a trip down memory lane with this amazing interactive live TV Variety Show featuring the hits from The Seekers, Bee Gees, Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, Neil Sedaka and The Everly Brothers!
MECC
Pets at the Pub
Sunday, 2:00pm to 5:00pm
Enjoy a relaxing Sunday afternoon with your best friend browsing the pet market stalls and enjoying the live entertainment. RSPCA Mackay will be onsite with some adorable adoptions. Plus there will be live music by Jax Morton.
Seabreeze Hotel
Tuesday 30 August
World Café
Tuesday, 10:30am to 12:30pm
World Café is a free culture-sharing group that meets every Tuesday (between February and November) from 10.30 am to 12.30 pm. Activities include cooking, art and craft, conversational games, small projects, workshops, information sessions and local excursions. For more information please phone (07) 4957 7222.
The Neighbourhood Hub, 4 George Street, Mackay
ECDP Superhero Trivia Night
Tuesday, 6:30pm
Come on down to Superhero Themed Trivia night. All money raised on the night will be going to assist children needing mobility aids to participate in an educational setting. $5 per person and gold coin donation for kids under 12. Prize for best dressed. Winning team and lucky door prize. Come and help support your local community. Book now online or call (07) 4942 1711.
Mount Pleasant Tavern
Wednesday 31 August
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
Sugar City Rock and Roll Mackay Club Wednesday Night Lessons
Every Wednesday, 7:00pm
Why not come along and learn to rock ‘n’ roll in a friendly and fun atmosphere with the Sugar City Rock ‘n’ Rollers Mackay Club? Previous experience is not required. Everyone learns at their own pace and, even better, the first lesson is free on your way to learning the four step style of rock ‘n’ roll. $5 for members and $8 for non-members after that. The club caters for social activities for club members with regular dances with live bands in attendance and away trips. For further enquiries call 0408 983 911.
58 Macalister St, Mackay
Thursday 1 September
In Hearts Wake – Green Is The New Black Tour
Thursday, 7:30pm
Australian heavy music act In Hearts Wake are stoked to announce a massive national tour in celebration of their new feature-length documentary, Green Is The New Black, which has recently finished screening across the country and internationally alongside Earth Week 2022. The huge 27 date tour will be hitting Mackay and will also feature some of the most exciting heavy acts in the country with support from RedHook, Pridelands and Banks Arcade.
Seabreeze Hotel
