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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Theatre Arts Mackay Dance Excellence proudly presents 'Showcase Gala 2026'. An incredible year of creativity, dedication, and achievement at TAMDE is being celebrated. From the delightful Tiny Twinkle Stars to the outstanding Elite Senior Students and Adults, this spectacular production will take a...

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Infamous returns to Queensland after 4 years away. The big one is back! Bigger, bolder, wilder and more unhinged than ever before. Brand new acts. A completely new theme. More live music. More chaos. More jaw-dropping moments. More NSFW madness. This is the adults-only circus cabaret everyone's be...

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Fitzgerald State School is proud to present the annual "Spectacular" concert. Two nights of arts entertainment featuring dance and drama. On night one, the Prep, Year 1, Year 2 and Year 3 students take audiences on adventures into space, remind them of a favourite season, find the inner monster and...

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There is a place between sea and sky—a sacred realm, where the sun rises and falls and the light is new. From two of the world's great First Nations comes a new work: Horizon. Some call it a feeling, some call it the mother spirit. It's the place where sea meets sky, the horizon we all look to, the...

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Looking for something FUN to do Mackay? This is it. Gain hands-on skills as you paint your ceramic bowl and explore creative designs. A super fun class! The instructors were extremely helpful. Highly recommended Mackay Bowling Club 13-14-15 November Includes Turkish tea service with treats Check web...

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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. A super fun class! The instructors were extremely helpful. Highly recommended Mackay Bowling Club 13-14-15 November Includes Apple tea service with Turkish delights Check ...

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The State Champion of Club Champions brings together Queensland's leading club champions for one of the most prestigious events on the state bowls calendar. Players earn their place by first claiming their club championship before progressing through district and zone playoffs, with just eight qual...

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The lights are going up, the music is getting louder and over 300 Dance Express dancers are ready to bring the MECC stage to life! DE LIVE! is more than a dance concert. It is an electrifying celebration of Mackay talent, packed with energy, colour, excitement and unforgettable entertainment for th...

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Winner Best Comedy Weekly Award, Adelaide Fringe, multiple years. Most Outstanding Show Nominee, Melbourne International Comedy Festival. Australia's favourite Venezuelan is coming to Rockhampton with his hilarious, award-winning show about dancing through tough times, finding joy in chaos and sha...

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Yarnz Network, held at Civil Safety in Paget, Mackay, is a relaxed morning networking event that connects Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander business owners, entrepreneurs, community members, industry representatives and support organisations from across the Mackay and Isaac regions. Presented b...

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Performa Studios is taking over the MECC stage for THRIVE, their 2026 end-of-year celebration of dance! From their tiniest dancers experiencing the magic of the big stage, right through to their senior students, THRIVE brings together their entire studio for one huge night of performance, energy a...

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Mermaids & Moonlight: An Enchanted Ocean Sunset Gather your girls, embrace your inner ocean goddess and step aboard for a sunset soirée designed for shimmer, sparkle and unforgettable moments at sea. This is your reason to dress up. Flowing fabrics. Pearls. Metallics. Ocean tones. Barefoot glam. ...

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Pearls & Petals: An Enchanted Ocean Tea Soirée Step aboard for a beautifully styled Sunday escape designed for celebration, connection and ocean views. This is your excuse to dress up in florals, pastels and pearls and gather your favourite people for a relaxed yet elegant tea party at sea. Perfec...

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Join in at the Mackay Aquatic and Recreation Centre (MARC) in November 2026 for Mackay's Kids only dedicated Triathlon. This is a non-competitive, safe and fun event designed to give kids confidence in the water, on the bike and on the track. The swim will be in the 25m pool so kids can swim the...

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Disney in Mackay! The Walt Disney Archives has opened its vault of treasures, showcasing hundreds of extraordinary objects, including many of Disney's "Crown Jewels" – more than 120 artifacts and works of art, costumes and props, and incredible memorabilia. Imaginatively themed galleries showcasin...

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Kooky. Social. Inclusive Crossroad Arts in association with Mackay Entertainment & Convention centre presents LOOSE ENDS Help them celebrate International Day of People with Disability at their annual kooky, social and inclusive performance evening. As well as strutting their stuff on the evening...

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Leisa Payne School of Dance returns to the MECC stage for its highly anticipated 2026 annual production, Dance. Perform. Inspire. Showcasing Mackay's finest dance talent, this spectacular production brings together an outstanding cast of award winning performances across Classical Ballet, Tap, Jazz...

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It will be a night of dazzling and festive high glamour as The 7 Sopranos enchant you with music and operatic elegance as they sing your favourite Christmas songs from the nostalgic charm of Jingle Bells and Let it Snow to the serene beauty of Silent Night and Oh Holy Night. This highly successful ...

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Catch Jimeoin for a his unique blend of observational humour, physical expressiveness, and spontaneity. Join Jimeoin as he turns the everyday into the absurd, often riffing on mundane moments. So, get a peek inside one of the great comic minds as he bounces from one quirky thought to another So ...

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Catch Jimeoin for his unique blend of observational humour, physical expressiveness, and spontaneity. Join Jimeoin as he turns the everyday into the absurd, often riffing on mundane moments. So, get a peek inside one of our great comic minds as he bounces from one quirky thought to another. For a ...

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When you think of 80s icons, one name stands above the rest: Bon Jovi. Often hailed as the ultimate Rockstars, Jon Bon Jovi and Richie Sambora paved the way for generations of bands to follow. Their legacy is built on legendary rock anthems like "You Give Love a Bad Name" "Livin' on a Prayer" and "W...

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Paint Juicy hosts a 1980s and 1990s singalong paint and sip session in Mackay in North Queensland. Guests gather for an evening of guided painting set to 1980s and 1990s music, with a host artist leading the group through a step by step canvas while a curated playlist runs through the room. Painters...

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Paint Juicy hosts a 1970s and 1980s singalong paint and sip session in Mackay in North Queensland. Guests gather for an evening of guided painting set to 1970s and 1980s music, with a host artist leading the group through a step by step canvas while a curated playlist runs through the room. Painters...

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Award-winning country duo Brooke McClymont and Adam Eckersley have announced their third studio album, Souls On Show. The album features singles 'In And Out Of Love', 'Now I've Said It', the Top 10 Australian Country Radio Hit 'Someone Else's Dream' and the latest single 'Long Time Between Drinks'....

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Back yard ultra meets beep test, paved loop. How far can a runner go before getting cut? Set on a fast loop, this high-energy elimination race tests speed, stamina, and race strategy against an ever-shrinking clock. Limited to a select number of runners, every runner toes the line together at the s...

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Part concert, part storytelling, pub-rock icons, Choirboys, celebrate Australian rock n roll in its 70's & 80's heyday. Sharing classic stories you were never meant to hear — wild nights, backstage madness, and the kind of insanity only a rock band could survive, as they recall it. Choirboys also p...

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Part concert, part storytelling, pub-rock icons, Choirboys, celebrate Australian rock n roll in its 70's & 80's heyday. Sharing classic stories, you were never meant to hear—wild nights, backstage madness, and the kind of insanity only a rock band could survive, as they recall it. Choirboys also pe...

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Queensland Dinosaur Week is an annual state-wide celebration of prehistoric discovery, science and storytelling, inviting visitors to explore Queensland's globally significant fossil heritage. Anchored by National Dinosaur Day, the week brings together fossil-rich communities, museums, researchers...

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ZACH MACH is Mackay's best multisport adventure challenge. Held once a year, ZACH MACH celebrates the life of Zach Roberts, an outstanding young man who embraced adventure and challenge. This event is for the weekend warrior to the elite, aged 7 to 107+. There are two parts to this adventure wee...

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Prepare to get off the beaten track, off-road and on uneven ground alongside the ZACH MACH Adventure Challenge racers. This course is guaranteed to get you panting as you cross rivers, run along cane paddocks and through rainforest canopy. Distances^: 5 kilometres and 12 kilometres Race Start: 10...

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Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at the Mini and Mega Mach Adventure Challenges. Great for juniors, families, and first-time adventure racers looking to dive into the world of multi-sport racing in a fun and supportive environment. Starting from the brand-new headquarters at the Finch Hatto...

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The U3A Network Queensland State Conference is designed to support U3A Management Committees by building their capacity to manage, develop and innovate U3A associations at the local level. Delegates from across Queensland attend the conference, providing an opportunity to showcase our region. Queen...

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The Nebo Rodeo is one of Queensland's iconic country rodeos, drawing competitors, campers and spectators from across the state for an unforgetable weekend in the heart of the Isaac region. Established in 1956, the event has grown from a small community gathering into one of regional Queensland's mo...

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The countdown is on to the biggest weekend in Nebo! ​The Nebo Hotel is once again kicking off the Nebo Rodeo weekend with a huge line up of country music. Grab your hats, dust off your boots and roll up your swag...it's rodeo time! ​ Start your Rodeo weekend off at 4pm on Friday, 3rd weekend in Ma...

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Tech Verge Showcase and Summit 2027 Theme: Empowering Connections Hosted by Greater Whitsunday Innovation this year at Mackay Harbour proudly supported by event partner Mantra Mackay. Tech Verge 2027 is regional Australia's emerging innovation and technology event returning for it's third year. A...

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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 runne...

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Charmaine's sole purpose of connecting with those who have passed over in order to give messages of peace and love to the living. She has spent the past 23 years touring across Australia, delivering peace, hope and faith that life continues after this physical life. You may recognise her as winner...

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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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Mackay Motor Show is a biannual car show held by Mackay Rod & Custom Club, a not-for-profit club which aims to bring the automotive community together, all in the name of raising funds for charity. Each show aims to give back to the community through donations, with the major sponsors choosing the...

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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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Graeme Connors keeps moving… forwards, backwards, sideways… there's always something new on his horizon… songwriting, recording, touring… you're never sure where he'll take you next… but you can be sure it's somewhere you haven't been before. In a career spanning 50 years and 20 albums, Graeme has ...

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Mackay's biggest cycling event is back in 2027. The BMA River 2 Reef Ride Festival is a community riding event that gives back to 13 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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Back by popular demand after sold out shows across the country. Two of the most influential acts of the 1950s and 60s, The Everly Brothers and Roy Orbison. The music they created went on to inspire generations and shape the soundtrack of an era. Australia's number 1 vocal duo, the much-loved Rober...

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Mushroom Valley is a music, arts, and lifestyle festival like no other — a true wonderland that celebrates connection, creativity, and conscious living. The festival prides itself on being an environmentally sustainable and family-friendly gathering. Festival-goers can expect a lineup of music span...

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