Bottletops & Brushes' studio is located in Mackay's main street. On Friday morning's Bottletops & Brushes welcomes guests aged from 5 to 95 years old. At an affordable price our artists will guide you step by step through the laughter and the chosen painting. Tea and coffee are complimentary, yo...

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Best country-style, family-friendly market at the top of the Mountain. Home-style brunch, barista coffee, home-made preserves, local pure honey, local beef, local fresh produce, baked goods, tie dyed goods, nature-inspired jewellery, crocheted and knitted goods, bush florist, antique and vintage gl...

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Step aboard Endless Days and escape to the tropics for an unforgettable sunset party on the water. The Tropical Party Cruises bring island vibes to the Mackay coastline with a tiki bar, fun party tunes, ocean breezes and a relaxed social atmosphere perfect for friends, couples and celebrations. Ki...

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Step aboard Endless Days for a sunset cruise turned private concert at sea with Mango Junction performing live onboard. Kick off your shoes, grab a cocktail and settle in as we cruise the Mackay coastline during golden hour. With only 10 guests onboard, this intimate live music experience feels mor...

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Get ready to say "Thank You for the Music". Step back into the golden era of pop with a 2-hour spectacular live concert celebrating the songs, the life and the magic that made ABBA one of the most successful bands of all time. This dazzling tribute will take audiences on a journey through the Swedi...

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Your Lifestyle. Your Adventure. Ready to transform your weekends and your home? The Mackay Outdoor Adventure plus Home and Lifestyle Expo is where adventure meets everyday living. Whether you're dreaming of off-grid escapes, coastal road trips, or simply upgrading your space, this expo is your one-...

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Step aboard for a sunset cruise with a playful old world sailor twist. Think rum cocktails, sea breeze, sunset views and a boat full of guests ready for a fun night out. Rum & Revelry is designed for friends, couples and groups who love a themed night with a relaxed, social vibe. Whether you arrive...

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Tech Verge is the Mackay Isaac Whitsunday region's platform for innovation that matters, held in Mackay and designed to create smarter businesses and a stronger region. Focused on tech for good, the summit explores how digital tools and AI can unlock time-saving solutions, reduce costs, and drive su...

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Get ready to rock as Australia's favourite edutainment duo hits the stage for their biggest tour yet! Pevan and Sarah are bringing their high-energy musical extravaganza to theatres across the nation to show exactly why they are the heartbeat of classrooms everywhere. In this highly engaging, inte...

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Get ready to rock as Australia's favourite edutainment duo hits the stage for their biggest tour yet! Pevan & Sarah are bringing their high-energy musical extravaganza to theatres across the nation to show you exactly why they are the heartbeat of classrooms everywhere. In this highly engaging, int...

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Step aboard Endless Days and enter a world of glamour, cocktails and high stakes fun as we transform the vessel into a floating Casino Royale soirée for the evening. As the sun begins to set over the Mackay coastline, enjoy an elegant and intimate cruise designed for guests who love dressing up and...

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Celebrating the soundtrack that saved Motown. Get ready to relive the music that defined a generation in The Big Chillout, a joyous, soul-stirring celebration of the legendary Big Chill soundtrack and the Motown revival it sparked. This powerful live show brings to life the timeless classics of Ma...

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Get ready to relive the music that defined a generation in The Big Chillout, a joyous, soul-stirring celebration of the legendary Big Chill soundtrack and the Motown revival it sparked. This powerful live show brings to life the timeless classics of Marvin Gaye, The Temptations, The Rolling Stones,...

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Celebrating the soundtrack that saved Motown Get ready to relive the music that defined a generation in The Big Chillout, a joyous, soul-stirring celebration of the legendary Big Chill soundtrack and the Motown revival it sparked. This powerful live show brings to life the timeless classics of M...

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Feel the thrill as you navigate the historic rainforest trails, surrounded by the vibrant hues of nature's tapestry. Be captivated by the ever-changing vistas that unfold before your eyes. Distances: 5km, 11km and 18km Race Check in: 7.00am Race Briefing: 7.45am Race Start: 8.00am About the D...

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The BMA Mackay Marina run is an unmissable event on the Australian running calendar. Widely regarded as Queensland's most scenic running course, the run is set against spectacular sub-tropical scenery and one of the state's only blue water rivers. The flat, fast course is extremely popular with ...

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Australia's Premier Tribute to the music of Andrew Lloyd Webber and the West End Musicals. Winners of the 2025 ACE Production Show of the Year and Performers of the Year! Joey Fimmano is back in 2026 with his sensational sell out show Music of the Night With a new format and new songs added, thi...

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Rocketman - Flying Solo is Greg's intimate "up close and personal" tribute built on the format of Elton's own solo world tours. The show blends timeless hits with fascinating stories and insights, offering a performance that feels both familiar and refreshingly personal. Through The Elton John Expe...

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Looking for something fun to do in Mackay? This is it. Gain hands-on skills as you paint your ceramic bowl and explore creative designs. Includes Turkish tea service with treats Check website campaigns and secure your spot!

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Looking for something fun to do in Mackay? This is it. Gain hands-on skills as you assemble geometric patterns and lay tesserae. Includes Apple tea service with Turkish delights Check website campaigns and secure your spot!

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This is not a normal sunset cruise. Dead Men Tell No Tales: A Nautical Mystery Night is a fully immersive, playfully dramatic murder mystery experience set aboard Endless Days. Before the event, each guest will receive their character details via email. Your character will include background infor...

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Australia's most iconic comedy tour is hitting the road for a huge 27th year! Bringing together the brightest stars from the 2025 Melbourne International Comedy Festival, we're delivering top-tier humour straight to your town! Featuring a dynamic line-up of comedy legends and fresh faces, this yea...

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Iconic British rock band, Pink Floyd left an indelible mark on the world, inspiring generations with their ground-breaking soundscapes and thought-provoking lyrics. 2025 marks the diamond anniversary of Pink Floyd's inception, and to honour this milestone every era of Pink Floyd's illustrious career...

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Iconic British rock band, Pink Floyd left an indelible mark on the world, inspiring generations with their ground-breaking soundscapes and thought-provoking lyrics. To honour the diamond anniversary of Pink Floyd's inception, every era of Pink Floyd's illustrious career will be celebrated in grand s...

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RAVA Productions presents Fractured Fairy Tales, where classic stories have tipped higgledy-piggledy and favourite characters are all in a muddle. Two children, whisked away to fairyland, meet a bold Little Red, grumpy gran, disco pigs, a lonely giant, love-struck prince and princess. They must piec...

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When the St Lawrence Wetlands Festival comes to life, food lovers, music fans, families and nature seekers gear up for an unforgettable weekend. Over three magical days, you'll sink your teeth into incredible local seafood, wander vibrant markets, meet friendly wildlife, get your creative juices fl...

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Where Imagination Takes Flight Presented in the open air against a living backdrop of sky, flora and fauna, Living Sculptures: How the Birds Got Their Colours is a striking, Indigenous-led contemporary performance. Created by ARC Circus Co. in collaboration with Luther Cora and Yugambeh Aboriginal...

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Paint A Voyage In Light With a UV torch as your paintbrush, paint and stencil your own voyage and steer ships that leave glowing paths of light in their wake. Sea of Light, artworks by Aboriginal Contemporary Visual Artist Elizabeth Close, is painted in light across the sea floor, reflecting the c...

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Friday 10 July 2026, 6pm - Farview Tavern Saturday 11 July 2026, 2pm & 6pm - Northern Beaches Bowls Club With five comedians performing five different PowerPoints, it's a lineup show like no other. Hosted by the agents of Microsoft Office chaos, Sweeney Preston & Ethan Cavanagh, this wild showcas...

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The Jungle Picnic Tour brings Emma Memma's much-anticipated new album to life on stage, transforming its playful songs into a joyful, movement-filled live experience for children and their families. Inspired by the Jungle Picnic album, the show invites audiences to bring their picnic baskets and th...

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This year's Bluewater Fling is bigger and better than ever, celebrating 100 years of community service. The Mackay and District Pipe Band's 10th annual Fling promises to be a fantastic day of family entertainment. 100 pipers and drummers from around Queensland will march across the Forgan Bridge inc...

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Game. Set. Transformation. An unforgettable evening as Australian broadcaster and former international powerhouse of the court, Jelena Dokic, takes centre stage at The DBI Literary Dinner. Jelena emerges as a beacon of hope, bravely sharing her story through the pages of her two bestselling books,...

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Taste the beat. Sip the sound. Let your senses dance where music, food, and art collide. Wisely Wine and Food Day invites you to soak up a vibrant celebration of street eats, wine, creative culture, and live music. Head to Queens Park for an unforgettable day packed with bold flavours, refreshing ...

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Embark on an exhilarating off the beaten track trail run in Finch Hatton, where you'll be captivated by the spectacular scenery deep within the MTB Trails. A once a year opportunity to run the iconic MTB Trails. Distances: 6km, 12km and 18km About the Distances: Short Course: This run is consider...

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Join us on the Pioneer River during the Dalrymple Bay Illuminate Event for a relaxed 1 hour evening cruise and enjoy Mackay's festival atmosphere from the water. With limited sessions per night and tide dependent departure times, this is a unique way to experience Illuminate with scenic river views...

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Get ready for four unforgettable nights as Daly Bay Illuminate returns to light up the heart of Mackay City Centre. Step into the streets and experience the city like never before – where vibrant laneways and iconic facades become canvases for spectacular large - scale projections, powerful First N...

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Feel the rhythm, taste the flavour and soak up the energy at the Whitsunday Wealth Festival Hub! Set on the stunning waterfront at Bluewater Quay, this buzzing festival precinct is your go- to destination for four unforgettable nights of music, food and fun. Every evening brings a fresh sound, with...

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A feminist cabaret comedy for your heart and soul with a pinch of guilt on top. The only way Italian's know how. An exploration of growing up, Italian in Australia. This cabaret speaks to the complicated layers of life, generational trauma, ones worth, expectations and the value of women…Along with...

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Start your day in style at the Friends of the MECC Jazz Brunch—a vibrant celebration of great food, sparkling conversation, and live entertainment. Enjoy a delicious buffet brunch with a refreshing drink on arrival, as the atmosphere comes alive with music and storytelling. Adding star power to th...

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How the cat purred and how the witch grinned, as they sat on their broomstick and flew through the wind… The witch and her cat are flying happily on their broomstick – until a stormy wind blows away the witch's hat, bow and wand. A helpful dog, bird and frog find the witch's lost things, and they ...

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Celebrating the Everly Brothers and Roy Orbison's 70th anniversary. In 1956, two of the most influential acts of the 1950s and 60s — The Everly Brothers and Roy Orbison — stepped into the recording studio for the very first time. The music they created went on to inspire generations and shape the s...

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Dark comedy, disturbing, hilarious, grotesque Consumed is a new original dark comedy that takes a razor-sharp look at our obsession with influencers, consumerism, and the hidden cost of turning people into commodities. Inspired by the astonishing true story of a man who ate an entire aeroplane, co...

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Direct from Off-Broadway and London's West End, the internationally acclaimed A Taste of Ireland returns to Australia in 2026 with its flagship production - the Irish Music and Dance Sensation. Performed by former World Irish dance champions including dancers from Lord of the Dance, Riverdance and ...

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Direct from Off-Broadway and London's West End, the internationally acclaimed A Taste of Ireland Company returns with its flagship production — 'A Taste of Ireland — The Irish Music & Dance Sensation' — touring Australia in 2026. Laugh, cry, and jig into the night with a production that is Celtic, f...

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Mackay's BIGGEST cycling event is back in 2026. The BMA River 2 Reef Ride Festival is a community riding event that gives back to 30 community and sporting groups in Mackay. This is a ride that unites a community. The event is a great opportunity to give back to local community groups, to gather yo...

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CraftAlive is Australia's longest-running craft event series. With both local and interstate craft talent, the show is packed full of the latest craft supplies, kits and equipment. CraftAlive is a hands-on event and is a chance to learn from leading craft experts with interactive classes over Thu...

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Rhythm and The Reef is set to make a triumphant return to the picturesque Queens Garden in the Central Queensland region of Mackay. Against the backdrop of this breathtaking waterfront location, the festival promises to deliver an experience that will leave a lasting impression on both local and i...

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The Gemfair hosted by the Mackay Gem and Craft Society is a vibrant annual event that brings together enthusiasts of gemstones, minerals, and handmade crafts from across the region. It serves as both a marketplace and a community gathering, where visitors can explore a wide variety of stalls featuri...

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Prepare to get off the beaten track, off-road and on uneven ground. This course is guaranteed to get you panting with an uphill challenge for everyone. Distances: 6km, 14km and 24km Race Check in: 6am Race Briefing: 6.45am Race Start: 7am Short Course: This event kicks off with a thrilling c...

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She's back, brushes out and lashes on. Drag Paint and Sip is the fabulously fun, constantly-requested event that's finally here. Hosted by the iconic Terry Daktyl and Sab from Paint Your Peach, this dynamic duo have teamed up to deliver a night of colour, camp and a little controlled chaos. Whethe...

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