Friday 8 December
Churches Together Christmas Lunch
From 12pm to 2pm
All are invited to attend, with Mayor Greg Williamson featuring the launch of the Christmas Bowl Appeal of the National Council of Churches in Australia.
Discussion on the issues the churches are facing especially at Christmas, and the launch of an appeal for a NAYBA social and economic impact survey and report. | $28 per person, kids under 12 eat free!
Bookings essential by 12pm, 1st December at www.trybooking.com/CNDFF
St Paul’s Uniting Church, Macalister Street
Summer Sounds Vol. 1
From 7pm
Get ready to kick off your summer with a bang at the most exciting music event of the season, “Summer Sounds”! A stellar lineup including Systemic Machine, Inside Lane, Viper Syndicate and Giant Palms are ready to drop an incredible night of music to create a night to remember. | Get your tickets at trybooking.com
Arcadia Bar
Friday Night Live Music
Every Friday from 5pm
Join us on Friday’s from 5pm for live music from our local favourites, good food and great company. | Free entry.
Boomerang Hotel
DJ Tikelz
From 9pm
Reggae | R&B | Old School | Dancehall | Island Jamz
If that’s your vibe then this night with special guest DJ TIKELZ is for you! | Ticket available at the door.
The Rabbit Hole
Saturday 9 December
Mackay Showground Markets
Every Saturday from 6am – 10am
Local Produce, Natural products, Seafood, Plants and much more.
Weekly event, held every Saturday. | Free entry.
Mackay Showgrounds
Special Olympics Mackay Fire Multi Sport Event
Saturday and Sunday from 8:30am
Special Olympics Mackay Fire invites Special Olympics athletes and those athletes with an intellectual disability to have a go at 3on3 basketball, table tennis, bocce and ten pin bowling.
Lock it in your calendar! | Tickets available online.
187 Borgs Rd, Alligator Creek
Falun Gong Classes
Every Saturday from 10am
Falun Gong offers you relaxation, meditation, inner peace and health through movement.
You’re invited to come along and experience a session in the beautiful surroundings of the Botanic Gardens.
Live Music Saturdays
Every Saturday from 2pm – 5pm
Enjoy good tunes and great vibes every Saturday from 2pm. | Free entry.
The Kooyong Hotel
Sunday 10 December
Troppo Markets
7.30am to 11.30am
Monthly Event, held on the second Sunday of each month
Mackay’s Troppo Treasure Markets will keep you coming back with a never-ending variety of items for sale and plenty of entertainment and amusements too.
It’s more than just shopping… it turns your Sunday into a fun day.
Come and be a part of this major community event!
Mount Pleasant
The Memorial Swimming Centre Is Turning 60!
Sunday from 11am to 4pm
Jumping castle, merry-go-round and rock climbing wall, as well as a vintage car display, rock and roll dancers and live entertainment from The Two Māori’s. | Free entry.
Milton St, Mackay
Sunday Bingo
Every Sunday from 7pm
Come along and you could win! | Free entry.
South Leagues Club
Monday 11 December
Trivia Night
From 6:30pm – 9pm - Every Monday
Souths Monday Night Trivia just got a whole lot more serious!
Do you have what it takes to take home the jackpot?
Round up your friends and get your geek on!
Sports Bar, Souths Leagues Club
Trivia Night
From 7pm – 9pm - Every Monday
There’s no excuse not to stretch the grey matter as it’s free to play so come along with your mates or we can put you in a team, each team can have 2-7 players.
Registrations from 6.30pm, starts 7pm.
Book your table to avoid disappointment, call (07) 4965 6100.
Centro Restaurant, Magpies Sporting Club
Tuesday 12 December
Trivia Night
From 7pm – 9pm - Every Monday
Don’t miss this December’s Christmas Comedy Gala, featuring Queensland’s top comedians for an 18+ night of laughter. Join with your colleagues, friends, or anyone for a grown-up twist on the 12 Days of Christmas.
Headliner Shayne Hunter, known for his smart and hilarious comedy, leads the lineup. Host Anna Brennan and her Drag King alter ego, Bruce Hwy, bring raw and anecdotal storytelling to the stage. Kody Maverick and Max Leishman add fresh, friendly humour to the mix. Expect an unforgettable night of laughter. | Tickets available at tickets.avclive.com.au
The Metropolitan Hotel
Wednesday 13 December
Teen Shed Mackay Teen Circle
Every Wednesday, 4:00pm to 5:30pm
Teen Circle is a place for all teens in the community to come together. It's a safe space for them to connect, heal and learn from each other. This gathering will be held every Wednesday, all teenagers are welcome to attend. It is a free event, but attendees are asked to register for numbers.
Kutta Mulla Gorinna Special Assistance School
Mackay Farmers’ Market
Every Wednesday, 6:30am to 10:30am
Shop fresh, shop local. The Farmers’ market is a showcase of our region’s amazing produce. Enjoy a morning beside the Pioneer River and buy 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. $8 for members and $10 for non-members after that. For further enquiries call 0408 983 911.
58 Macalister St, Mackay
Thursday 14 December
Mackay Riverside Market
Every Thursday, 3:00pm to 7:00pm
Come and meet your local growers, bakers and makers, chill on the lawn listening to some beautiful tunes and grab some delicious dinner and dessert.
Bluewater Quay
Summer Sounds @ Arcadia Bar
DJ Tikelz @ The Rabbit Hole
Special Olympics Multisport Event
Troppo Markets
Mackay Farmers Market
The Memorial Swimming Centre
