Event Guide 5 June

Friday 6th June

Crochet & Conversation
9am
Join a welcoming morning of crochet, coffee, and conversation with Northern Beaches locals at Beachfront Bar & Restaurant on Bucasia Esplanade. Bring your own tools or borrow from the communal box. All skill levels welcome—just look for the yarn to find the table. Connection and creativity guaranteed.
Bucasia Beachfront Bar and Restaurant

Artspace And Memory
10am
Join Art and Memory, a welcoming program for people living with dementia and their families. Enjoy a relaxed morning with tea, snacks, and meaningful conversations sparked by carefully selected artworks. No art knowledge needed—just an open mind. Book two free seats for a safe, social, and uplifting experience. Bookings are essential via Eventbrite.com
Artspace Mackay

Moonlight Cinema In The Park
6pm
Settle in for a relaxed evening under the stars with a classic chick flick and great company. Bring a picnic, your favourite drinks, and a comfy seat. This 18+ event is all about unwinding, laughing with friends, and enjoying a fun film night in the open air. Tickets are free but registrations are essential via Eventbrite.com
Wood St Park (beside Singapore Sams)

LIVE Music
6-9pm
Enjoy LIVE music every Friday at Ocean International – it’s a performance you won’t want to miss! Pizzas & tapas available on the deck! Call 4957 2044 to make your booking!
Ocean International

Film & Arts Mackay Presents: Ghostlight
7.30pm
Alex Thompson and Kelly O’Sullivan’s moving and gently comic Ghostlight explores how live theatre helps us navigate life’s offstage dramas. The story follows Dan (Keith Kupferer), a melancholic middle-aged construction worker grappling with grief after a family tragedy, revealing the healing power of storytelling and connection.
CQ University Mackay Ooralea Campus, Building 1

Saturday 7th June

River Of Life Festival 2025
From 10am
River of Life Festival 2025 invites the community to a vibrant day of music, dance, local food, and family-friendly fun at Blue Water Quay and River Wharves, Mackay. Enjoy live performances, workshops, and a kids’ zone—all free to attend. Supported by local sponsors and partners, this event celebrates connection and community spirit.
Blue Water Quay and River Wharves, Mackay

SI Mackay ‘Cut And Sew’ Event
10am
Join a community fabric repurposing day to create sturdy bags for St. Vincent de Paul Family Support, using clean curtains, quilt covers, and fabric samplers. Tasks include cutting, sewing, and ironing in a relaxed setting. Bring a plate to share for lunch—no experience or membership needed. Small hygiene bags are also made for local distribution.
Carlyle Gardens - 206 Phillip Street, North Mackay

Sunday 8th June

Mackay Volunteers Expo
9am
The Mackay Volunteers Expo invites locals to explore more than 50 community organisations, each seeking passionate volunteers. This free event highlights the vital contributions of volunteers across the region and offers a valuable chance to connect, ask questions, and discover meaningful ways to give back. A perfect starting point for anyone considering volunteering.
Mackay Showgrounds

Sunday Guided Walks In The Gardens
10am
Join a guided Tree Trail walk through the Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens, held on the second Sunday of each month from April to October. Meet at the Visitor Information Centre and explore the gardens with an expert guide. Bring a hat, camera, and water bottle. Bookings essential via (07) 4952 7300 or botanic@mackay.qld.gov.au.
Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens

CASA Sunday BBQ
11am
Everyone’s welcome at CASA’s weekly sausage sizzle, held every Sunday at the Blue Water Quay BBQ area. Enjoy a free bite to eat, connect with others, and bring a friend along for a relaxed and friendly start to your Sunday. Just bring a smile—everything else is sorted.
Blue Water Quay

Live Music At The Pinnacle
11.30am-3pm
Enjoy live music from 11:30 am to 3pm! Indulge in delicious pies, crumbed steak, and in-house sweets for a perfect day out with great food and tunes.
Pinnace Family Hotel

Monday 9th June

Myeloma Australia Patient And Carer Seminar
10am
Myeloma Australia invites people living with myeloma and their carers to a FREE dedicated seminar at Rydges Mackay on Monday 9 June. This is a chance to connect with others in the myeloma community, share experiences, and access valuable support. Morning tea is included. Email Peta.Parter@myeloma.org.au to register.
Rydges Mackay Suites

Tuesday 10 June

Fokker Friendship 65th Commemaration Ceremony
11am
Mackay Regional Council will hold a memorial service on Tuesday, 10 June at 11am to honour those lost in the TAA Fokker Friendship “Abel Tasman” crash 65 years ago. Attendees are welcome to lay a wreath. RSVP by Tuesday, 27 May by emailing communications@mackay.qld.gov.au.
Memorial site at Illawong Beach (opposite CitiBeach Volleyball Mackay)

Wednesday 11th June

Understanding Grief And Loss
9am
Available both online and in person in Mackay, this informative session explores the nature of grief and its impact. Topics include recognising grief in ourselves and others, offering meaningful support, and understanding what to say—and what not to say. Targeted at disability and aged care support workers in the Mackay, Isaac, or Whitsunday regions. Light refreshments provided. Free tickets available via humantix.com
Building 4, Level 2/92 Sydney St, Mackay

Thursday 12th June

Kids Drumming - Mackay Library
5.30pm
For ages 8-12, this free, hands-on rhythm adventure is packed with movement, music, and playful energy. Children will explore percussion instruments, learn basic drumming techniques, and enjoy rhythm games that build coordination, confidence, and teamwork. No experience needed—just bring your curiosity. Bookings essential via the Mackay Libraries website, app, or in person.
Dudley Denny City Library

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