Friday 27 October
Guided Walks in the Gardens
10am – 11:15am
A guided walk in the Gardens. These walks last about an hour and are conducted at a leisurely pace.
While bookings are preferred, individuals can phone the gardens at 07 4952 7300 or email botanic@mackay.qld.gov.au to reserve their spot.
Every Friday until the end of October. | Free entry.
Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens
Come and Try Lawn Bowls
10am – 11:30am
Enjoy a fun session learning to play. Bowls provided or bring your own. Wear comfortable clothing, flat soled footwear, socks or barefoot. Families, workplaces and individuals welcome. | Free entry.
Mackay City Bowls Club
Endeavour Foundation Employment Showcase
2pm – 3:30pm
The different jobs that might just be right for you
What it’s like to work for Endeavour Foundation
How you can be a part of #TeamPossible!
This event is for you if you are:
- A person with disability looking for a job
- Looking to support people with disability as an employment coach
- A support coordinator
- Curious about the services we provide to support people with disability in the community.
Endeavour Foundation Business Solutions
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
Nathan Kennedy (Live)
6:30pm – 10:30pm
Come along for a great night of live music at The Burb. | Free entry.
Souths Suburban Bowls Club
Fire & Fate Unplugged (Live)
6:30pm – 9:30pm
Come on down to the Seabreeze Hotel to see Fire & Fate – Unplugged, LIVE!
Don’t miss out on an evening filled with awesome music and non-stop dancing. | Free entry.
Seabreeze Hotel
Saturday 28 October
Mackay Showground Markets
6am – 10am
Local Produce, Natural products, Seafood, Plants and much more.
Weekly event, held every Saturday. | Free entry.
Mackay Showgrounds
Obstacle Hell 2023
7:30am
Over 40 obstacles, mud pits, music mayhem & more. An obstacle challenge for fun & for all fitness levels. | Tickets available at obstaclehell.com
Rowallan Park Scout Camping Ground
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.
Día de los Muertos
12pm – 9pm
Join this colourful and cultural extravaganza celebrating the Day of the Dead this Halloween!
Mexican meal specials all day, as well as activities from 6-9pm including Sugar Skull Face Painting, Live Music, Piñatas and a Costume Contest.
Family-friendly event. | Free entry.
Seabreeze Hotel
Live Music Saturdays
Every Saturday from 2pm – 5pm
Enjoy good tunes and great vibes every Saturday from 2pm. | Free entry.
The Kooyong Hotel
VaMa (Live)
6pm – 10pm
Experience the dynamic live performance by VaMa at the Garden Bar.
Join in for an unforgettable night of music and entertainment! | Free entry.
Harrup Park
Sunday 29 October
Tyla Rodrigues (Live)
3pm – 6pm
Soulful country sensation Tyla Rodrigues to light up Seabreeze Hotel with free live show!
Tyla has quickly risen to prominence, captivating audiences with her performances at renowned festivals, events, and venues.
Drawing inspiration from musical legends such as Stevie Wonder, Whitney Houston, Lauren Hill, as well as modern country icons like Carrie Underwood, Miranda Lambert, Luke Combs, and Chris Stapleton, Tyla has crafted a unique country-soul style. | Free entry.
Seabreeze Hotel
Sunday Bingo
Every Sunday from 7pm
Come along and you could win! | Free entry.
Souths Leagues Club
Monday 30 October
Come and Try Lawn Bowls
1:15pm – 2:15pm
Enjoy a fun session learning to play. Bowls provided or bring your own. Wear comfortable clothing, flat soled footwear, socks or barefoot. Families, workplaces and individuals welcome. | Free entry.
Mackay City Bowls Club
Tuesday 31 October
Mackay Work Well Regional Information Session
8am – 10am
Join the Work Well Information Sessions to learn, connect and share ideas with other industry professionals. The event will include presentations on:
• Managing the risk of psychosocial hazards at work Code of Practice 2022
• Managing respirable crystalline silica dust exposure in construction and manufacturing of construction elements Code of Practice 2022
• Powerline safety: Look up and live. | Reserve your free ticket at eventbrite.com.au
Rydges Mackay Suites
Halloween Carnevil Trick or Treat
3:30pm – 6pm
Dress up, grab your stamp card & trick or treat with a twist through the Centre.
Head in after school for the trick or treat, letting your costumed little monsters explore the Centre in search of participating stores who will reward them with a trick or treat stamp. Once all are collected come back to the stage and get a bag of goodies! Limited numbers available.
Trick or treat, spooky craft and free face painting.
Registration required for participating children.
Mount Pleasant Centre
Wednesday 1 November
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. $5 for members and $8 for non-members after that. For further enquiries call 0408 983 911.
58 Macalister St, Mackay
Thursday 2 November
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
Menopause the Musical
Thursday & Friday – 7:30pm
The original New York and Las Vegas hit Menopause The Musical® is coming to Mackay this November!
Inspired by a hot flush and a bottle of wine, Menopause The Musical® is a celebration for women who are on the brink of, in the middle of, or have survived “The Change”. | Tickets available online
Mackay Entertainment Convention Centre
Mackay Farmers Market
Día de los Muertos
Sunday Night Bingo
Tyla Rodrigues
Menopause the Musical
Obstacle Hell 2023
