Mackay Event Guide

Saturday 27th June

Good Life, Good Death Expo

10am

Palliative Care Queensland invites Mackay and surrounding communities to the free Good Life, Good Death Expo on Saturday 27 June 2026 at the Mackay Entertainment & Convention Centre (10am–3pm). The event offers a welcoming space to explore conversations around death, dying, grief and loss, while connecting attendees with local services and supports. Hear from experts on advance care planning, wills, palliative care and more, alongside interactive workshops and a Yarning Circle. Open to all, this free expo encourages informed, compassionate end-of-life planning.

MECC

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Sunday 28th July

Community Meditation and Breathwork

10am

BMS Pranayam classes in Mackay offer a calming, yoga-based breathwork and energy practice designed to support mindfulness, clarity and emotional wellbeing. Held Sundays from 10–11am at Mind Psyence, Slade Point, the sessions guide participants through traditional pranayam techniques to help reduce stress, improve focus and promote a sense of balance and calm. Suitable for beginners, each class includes breathwork, meditation and time for questions and connection. Offered by experienced yoga teacher Prabha Srinivasan, attendance is free with optional donations supporting community costs.

Mind Psyence, 358 Slade Point Road, Slade Point

‘Check Your Boobs’ Fundraiser

10.30am

A Project Pink Fundraiser will be held at Mt Pleasant Tavern on 28 June from 10.30am, bringing the community together to support those affected by breast cancer and raise vital funds for the cause. The event will feature a guest speaker from Project Pink, along with raffles, activities, and refreshments including tea, coffee and food. Open to families and friends, the fundraiser aims to build awareness and support for those impacted, with every dollar raised contributing to ongoing care, research and community assistance.

Mt Pleasant Tavern

Jasmyne’s Big Shave

2pm

A community fundraising event will see Jasmyne shave her head at the Mackay Aero Club on Saturday 27 June at 2pm, raising funds for breast cancer research through the National Breast Cancer Foundation. The afternoon will feature a gold coin entry, raffles with prizes donated by local businesses, and opportunities for attendees to contribute $10 per ponytail cut as part of the fundraising effort. All proceeds will support vital research and services. Held at The Aero Bar, 46 Casey Avenue, South Mackay, the event invites the community to show support for a meaningful cause.

Mackay Aero Club

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Tuesday 30^th June

Family Fun Day

8am

A Family Fun Day hosted by The Gypsy Van will be held at Bluewater Quay on Tuesday 30 June, offering free entertainment for all ages along the Mackay City and Waterfront precinct. The event will feature an inflatable obstacle course from Lets Jump, soft play by Little Reefies Soft Play Mackay, creative art and craft activities from The Tree House Jungle, and sensory play with Playallday Mackay. ViVa Acoustic will also provide live music for families to enjoy. The community event promises a relaxed day of play, creativity and entertainment for children and adults alike. 8am-4pm.

Bluewater Quay  

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