Friday 2 September
Breathing and Meditation
Friday, 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Does your mind feel overworked, overstimulated and technology-reliant? Are you finding it increasingly difficult to retain information, recall short-term memories and concentrate on what’s in front of you? By quietening the mind and focused breathing, you will learn techniques that can help you become present in the moment and find clarity. Bring own towel or cushion to sit on during this tranquil session.
Gordon White Library
Opening night - four exhibitions at Artspace Mackay
Friday, 6:00pm
Join in the opening night of four exhibitions, to be officially opened by Mayor Greg Williamson. ‘Tales of the Lyre Bird’, curated by Helen Cole and Ron McBurnie brings together more than two decades of work produced by the Lyre Bird Press, on show in the Main Gallery. In the Foyer Gallery, ‘Figuratively Speaking’ takes an interesting look at figurative works from the Mackay Regional Council Art Collection. ‘D Harding: The Wall’ features work from Harding’s Artspace residency. Opening in the Foundation Gallery, ‘Veronika Zeil: Echo Forest – The Eloquence of Trees’ encourages visitors to contemplate human impacts on the environment. Bookings are required to attend.
Artspace Mackay
Friday SUN.sets
Every Friday Evening From 6pm
Knock off drinks, lakeside dinner, good friends, and LIVE MUSIC.
Wake House Australia
Film & Arts Mackay Friday Film Night: Delicious
Friday, 7:30pm
Writer/director Éric Besnard’s mouth-watering historical comedy Delicious indelibly pairs Grégory Gadebois and Isabelle Carré as a gifted chef and his unlikely protégé, who must find the resolve to free themselves from servitude.
Central Queensland Conservatorium of Music
Mexican Night
Friday, 7:30pm
Get your wardrobe ready and come celebrate Latin Roots Mexican Night at The Gallery Lounge and Bar.
The Gallery Lounge and Bar
Mackay Musical Comedy Players Presents ‘Chicago’
Friday, 8:00pm and Saturday, 2:00pm and 8:00pm
Mackay Musical Comedy Players, who brought you the smash hit Mamma Mia and Shrek The Musical earlier this year, in association with Ma’s Pizza Kitchen, present Chicago. Featuring hits from the roaring twenties, such as Cell Block Tango, Razzle Dazzle, All That Jazz, this show is sure to dazzle audiences.
MECC
Saturday 3 September
BMA River 2 Reef Ride Festival
Saturday and Sunday
Whether you’re a beginner, cycling fanatic or simply want to have fun with the kids, the River 2 Reef Ride Festival provides all that plus raises funds for two important and local charities, CQ Rescue and Mackay Sporting Wheelies & Disabled Association. Saturday gives kids the chance to ride along the Botanic Gardens while being covered in colour, while Sunday is for cyclists to complete 30,60 or 100km trails, starting and finishing at the Botanic Gardens Amphitheatre. Find all details via the website.
Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens
Curators’ talk – Tales of the Lyre Bird
Saturday, 10:30am to 2:30pm
Join curators Helen Cole, former Coordinator of the Australian Library of Art at State Library of Queensland, and Ron McBurnie, Townsville based artist and educator, as they provide a closer look at artworks and themes in Artspace Mackay’s latest exhibition, Tales of the Lyre Bird.
Artspace Mackay
Sunday 4 September
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
2022 Australian Poetry Slam Central Queensland Heat
Sunday, 6:00pm to 8:30pm
Think you've got what it takes to become Australia's next poetry slam champion? All you need is an original poem and two minutes on the mic. The winner goes on to the state finals, with the chance for a shot at the nationals. Everyone is welcome to compete. Both competitors and spectators need a ticket - so grab yours today!
The Grove
Tuesday 6 September
RSPCA Queensland Community Morning Tea
Tuesday, 10:30am to 12:00pm
Hear from your local RSPCA Inspector as they talk about their inspiring work in rescuing and rehoming animals in the Mackay region. There will also be a presentation on the Home Ever After program that provides care for much loved pets in emergency situations, a Q&A session about the RSPCA and much more. Join the RSPCA and other animal lovers at this free community event. RSVPs are essential, please call 07 3426 9937 or email supporterday@rspcaqld.org.au.
Botanic Gardens Café
Minibeasts – Entomology
Tuesday, 3:45pm to 5:15pm
Are you interested in learning how to pin and preserve the insects you find? This class will teach you how to do just that! Learn how to pin, label and preserve your insects for years to come. This event is for young adults aged 12 to 18 years.
Dudley Denny City Library
Wednesday 7 September
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 8 September
Kids Take Over Caneland
Thursday, 10:00am to 7:00pm
As part of Child Protection Week the Mackay Family Support Alliance is hosting Kids Take Over Caneland. Come along and enjoy free children's activities during the day and youth activities in the evening. Over 20 service providers will be sharing information throughout the day.
Caneland Central
Andy B's Elvis Tribute Show
Thursday, 6:30pm
Andy B will be performing his Elvis tribute show on the "Reflections of the King tour". It's a colourful, exciting tribute to the greatest entertainer of all time, Elvis Presley.
Seabreeze Hotel
