What’s On Guide
We’ve found all the best events in Mackay and surrounds to check out this month, so you don’t have to!
Regular Events
MONDAYS
Baby Bounce
During school term
Dudley Denny City Library
11.00am – 11.30am / FREE / 0 – 2 years, Bookings required
http://www.mackay.qld.gov.au/libraries
Baby Bounce
During school term
Mirani Library
9.30am – 10.00am / FREE / 0 – 2 years, Bookings required
http://www.mackay.qld.gov.au/libraries
Toddler Time
During school term
Sarina Library
9.30am – 10.00am / FREE / Up to 2.5 years, Bookings required
http://www.mackay.qld.gov.au/libraries
Toddler Time
During school term
Gordon White Library
9.30am – 10.00am / FREE / Up to 2.5 years, Bookings required
http://www.mackay.qld.gov.au/libraries
Toddler Time
During school term
Mirani Library
9.30am – 10.00am / FREE / Up to 2.5 years, Bookings required
http://www.mackay.qld.gov.au/libraries
TUESDAYS
Baby Bounce
During school term
Cannonvale Library
10.00am – 10.30am / FREE / 0 – 2 years, Bookings required
libraries.whitsundayrc.qld.gov.au
Baby Bounce
During school term
Sarina Library
9.30am – 10.00am / FREE / 0 – 2 years, Bookings required
http://www.mackay.qld.gov.au/libraries
Baby Bounce
During school term
Walkerston Library
9.30am – 10.00am / FREE / 0 – 2 years, Bookings required
http://www.mackay.qld.gov.au/libraries
Story Time
During school term
Bowen Library
10.00am – 10.30am / FREE / 3 – 5 years, Bookings required
libraries.whitsundayrc.qld.gov.au
Story Time
During school term
Proserpine Library
10.30am – 11.00am / FREE / 3 – 5 years, Bookings required
libraries.whitsundayrc.qld.gov.au
TUESDAYS
Story Time
During school term
Mirani Library
9.30am – 10.00am / FREE / 3 – 5 years, Bookings required
http://www.mackay.qld.gov.au/libraries
Story Time
During school term
Walkerston Library
9.30am – 10.00am / FREE / 3 – 5 years, Bookings required
http://www.mackay.qld.gov.au/libraries
Book Club
Runs monthly
Cannonvale Library
2.00pm – 3.30pm / FREE
libraries.whitsundayrc.qld.gov.au
Tech Talks
Gordon White Library
10.00am – 11.00am / FREE
http://www.mackay.qld.gov.au/libraries
WEDNESDAYS
Little Library Play
During school term
Proserpine Library
9.30am – 10.00am / FREE / Walking to 3 years, Bookings required
libraries.whitsundayrc.qld.gov.au
Little Library Play
During school term
Cannonvale Library
10.00am – 10.30am / FREE / Walking to 3 years, Bookings required
libraries.whitsundayrc.qld.gov.au
Story Time
During school term
Collinsville Library
9.00am – 9.30am / FREE / 3 – 5 years, Bookings required
libraries.whitsundayrc.qld.gov.au
Story Time
During school term
Sarina Library
9.30am – 10.00am / FREE / 3 – 5 years, Bookings required
http://www.mackay.qld.gov.au/libraries
Story Time
During school term
Gordon White Library
9.30am – 10.00am / FREE / 3 – 5 years, Bookings required
http://www.mackay.qld.gov.au/libraries
Baby Bounce
During school term
Proserpine Library
10.30am – 11.00am / FREE / 0 – 2 years, Bookings required
libraries.whitsundayrc.qld.gov.au
Chess Club
During school term
Cannonvale Library
3.00pm – 4.30pm / FREE / All ages
libraries.whitsundayrc.qld.gov.au
WEDNESDAY
STEAM Club
During school term
Gordon White Library
3.30pm – 4.30pm / FREE / Ages 8 – 12
http://www.mackay.qld.gov.au/libraries
THURSDAYS
Story Time
During school term
Cannonvale Library
10.00am – 10.30am / FREE / 3 – 5 years, Bookings required
libraries.whitsundayrc.qld.gov.au
Story Time
During school term
Dudley Denny City Library
10.30am – 11.00am / FREE / 3 – 5 years, Bookings required
http://www.mackay.qld.gov.au/libraries
Baby Bounce
During school term
Gordon White Library
10.30am – 11.00am / FREE / 0 – 2 years, Bookings required
http://www.mackay.qld.gov.au/libraries
Maker Spaces
During school term
Cannonvale Library
3.00pm – 4.30pm / FREE / Ages 6 +
libraries.whitsundayrc.qld.gov.au
Tech Talks
Dudley Denny City Library
10.00am – 11.00am / FREE
http://www.mackay.qld.gov.au/libraries
FRIDAYS
Baby Bounce
During school term
Bowen Library
9.30am – 10.00am / FREE / 0 – 2 years, Bookings required
libraries.whitsundayrc.qld.gov.au
Toddler Time
During school term
Dudley Denny City Library
9.30am – 10.00am / FREE / Up to 2.5 years, Bookings required
http://www.mackay.qld.gov.au/libraries
SATURDAYS
Maker Spaces
During school term
Proserpine Library
9.00am – 11.00am / FREE / Ages 6 +
libraries.whitsundayrc.qld.gov.au
Maker Spaces Mini Makers
Bowen Library
9.00am – 11.00am / FREE / Ages 6 +
libraries.whitsundayrc.qld.gov.au
Mini Makers
Cannonvale Library
9.00am – 11.30am / FREE / 0 – 5 years
libraries.whitsundayrc.qld.gov.au
What’s On
SUNDAY 1 MAY
Hamilton Island Endurance Series – Hamilton Island Hilly Half Marathon
Hamilton Island
Get in touch for details and registration
E: events@hamiltonisland.com.au
Cars For Kids Car Show Fundraiser
PCYC Mackay
9.30am – 3.00pm / $2.00 – $20.00, Under 12 FREE / G
Fb: Cars For Kids Car Show
2022 Libris Awards: The Australian Artists’ Book Prize
Runs until 19 June
Artspace Mackay
10.00am – 5.00pm / FREE / G
http://www.artspacemackay.com.au
Tamika Grant-Iramu: The Wall
Runs until 22 June
Artspace Mackay
10.00am – 5.00pm / FREE / G
http://www.artspacemackay.com.au
Barbara Hanrahan: Focus on the Collection
Runs until 19 June
Artspace Mackay
10.00am – 5.00pm / FREE / G
http://www.artspacemackay.com.au
The Art of Ida Rentoul Outhwaite
Runs until 19 June
Artspace Mackay
10.00am – 5.00pm / FREE / G
http://www.artspacemackay.com.au
MONDAY 2 MAY
Labour Day Public Holiday
WEDNESDAY 4 MAY
Upcycled T-Shirt Bathmats – Made by You
Gordon White Library
11.30am -12.30pm / FREE / 18
http://www.mackay.qld.gov.au/libraries
THRUSDAY 5 MAY
Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow
MECC
7.30pm / $22.00 – $42.00 / G
http://www.themecc.com.au
Bugs – ‘Cooties’ Tour
Metropolitan Hotel
7.00pm / $29.90 / 18 +
Fb: Bugs
FRIDAY 6 MAY
Creedence The John Fogerty Show
Northern Beaches Bowls Club
8.00pm / $34.70 / 18 +
http://www.mnbbowls.com.au
Bee-utiful Mother’s Day Plate
Also runs 7, 20, 21 June
Azure Glass
Various sessions / $60.00 / Ages 15 +
http://www.azureglass.com.au
SATURDAY 7 MAY
50 Years Of Queen Bohemian Rhapsody
MECC
7.30pm / $50.00 – $80.00 / G
http://www.themecc.com.au
Sydney Roosters take on the Gold Coast Titans
BB Print Stadium Mackay
5.30pm / $25.00 – $65.00 / G
http://www.themecc.com.au
Camerata – Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra Classical Reimagined
Central Queensland Conservatorium of Music
7:30pm / $20.00 – $40.00 / G
http://www.camerata.net.au
SATURDAY 7 MAY
Camerata – Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra Classical Reimagined
Central Queensland Conservatorium of Music
2:30pm / $20.00 – $40.00 / G
http://www.camerata.net.au
Our Favourite Things – Bluewater Big Band
Goosies Sport and Recreation Club
7.00pm / $15.00 – $25.00 / G
Fb: Bluewater Big Band
Kids Art Club
6 week art class. Runs until 12 June
Artspace Mackay
10.00am – 12.00pm / $160.00 / Ages 8 – 12
http://www.artspacemackay.com.au
Speakeasy Cocktail Party with Out Of Abingdon
Celebrate Mackay’s rich history of Art Deco and Modernism influence. Come dressed in your best 20s-30’s speakeasy attire.
Kitten Vintage Mackay
6.30pm / $35.00
Fb: Kitten Vintage Mackay
SUNDAY 8 MAY
Mother’s Day
My Choir
Aimed at those in the community affected by dementia and memory loss, their families, friends and carers.
Gordon White Library
11.30am – 12.00pm / FREE / G
http://www.mackay.qld.gov.au/libraries
Mother’s Day Buffet Breakfast
Mackay Northern Beaches Bowls Club
8.00am – $15.00 – $25.00 / G
Fb: Mackay Northern Beaches Bowls Club
The Best Of Michael Bublé Mothers Day Special
Airlie Beach Hotel
2.00pm – 5.30pm / G
Fb: Airlie Beach Hotel
MONDAY 9 MAY
Food Chains Movie Screening
Dudley Denny City Library
2.00pm – 4.00pm / FREE / M
http://www.mackay.qld.gov.au/libraries
Young Engineers
Emmanuel Catholic School
Various sessions / $20.00 / G
cq.young-engineers.com.au
THURSDAY 12 MAY
Speed Date The Collection
A closer look at the winning works of the 2022 Libris Awards
Artspace Mackay
5.30pm – 7.00pm / FREE / G
http://www.artspacemackay.com.au
FRIDAY 13 MAY
Friday Jazz @the Con
CQUniversity’s Central Queensland Conservatorium
of Music
6.00pm – 7.00pm / $5.00 – $15.00
http://www.cqu.edu.au/events
SATURDAY 14 MAY
Mackay Mayor’s Charity Ball
MECC
6.30pm / $195.00 / 18 +
http://www.themecc.com.au
Jayco Mackay Italian Street Party
Everything Italian, performers, dancers, food and Italian cars!
Wood St
3.00pm – 9.00pm / Check online for more info
Fb: Jayco Mackay Italian Street Party
SATURDAY 14 MAY
Proserpine Show Ball 2022
A not-for-profit event aims to raise funds for the Show Society
Proserpine Show Grounds
6.00pm / $140.00 – $150.00
Fb: Proserpine Showgrounds
SUNDAY 15 MAY
Jazz In The Park
Presented by staff and students of the Bachelor of Music.
Queens Park Iconic Shelter
2.00pm – 5.00pm / FREE / G
http://www.cqu.edu.au/events
Sur Mehfil – an evening of Indian music
Northern Beaches Bowls Club
6.00pm – 7.30pm / Free – $15.00 / G
http://www.sidmaksounds.wordpress.com
THURSDAY 19 MAY
Shrek The Musical
Runs until 21 May
MECC
8.00pm / $24.00 – $46.00 / G
http://www.themecc.com.au
From Vision to Inclusion: Advocating for your child at school
Souths Leagues Club
9.15am – 2.30pm / FREE, Register online
http://www.southcairnssportsclub.com.au
FRIDAY 20 MAY
2022 Mackay Expo
View the latest in homewares, renovation ideas and outdoor living, alongside an impressive caravan and camping show. Runs until 22 May
Mackay Showgrounds
8.30am / $12.00 – $18.00, Children FREE / G
http://www.mackayexpo.com.au
Free safeTALK Suicide Prevention Training
Gordon White Library
9.00am – 12.30pm / FREE
http://www.grapevinegroup.org.au
SATURDAY 21 MAY
Legends on the Lawn – Mackay
Harrup Park
12.00pm / From $126.00 / PG
http://www.bandsintown.com
MONDAY 23 MAY
Parentmedic Baby/Child First Aid
Proserpine Library
9.30am – 11.30am / FREE / G
http://www.parentmedic.co
TUESDAY 24 MAY
Regional Disability Expo
Mackay Multisports Stadium
9.00am – 4.00pm / FREE
http://www.disabilityexposc.com.au
BMA Kidspace
Artspace Mackay
10.00am – 12.15pm / FREE / 0 – 5 years
http://www.artspacemackay.com.au
WEDNESDAY 25 MAY
Queensland Symphony Orchestra presents Classical Favourites
MECC
11.00am and 7.30pm / $15.00 – $42.00 / G
THURSDAY 26 MAY
DBCT Kids’ Theatre Season – Edward the Emu
Runs until 27 May
MECC
Various sessions / $16.50 / G
http://www.themecc.com.au
FRIDAY 27 MAY
Bass Guitar 2gether
Play bass guitar with other music enthusiasts. Easy songs, well suited for beginners.
Dudley Denny City Library
3.40pm – 4.40pm / FREE, Booking required / 15 +
http://www.mackay.qld.gov.au/libraries
Mamamia – A Tribute to ABBA
Mackay Northern Beaches
Bowls Club
7.00pm – 11.00pm / $30.00
Fb: Mackay Northern Beaches Bowls Club
SATURDAY 28 MAY
Positive Pregnancy & Birth Expo
MECC
9.00am / FREE / G
http://www.themecc.com.au
TAB Amateurs Race Day
Mackay Turf Club
11.00am / $15.00 – $25.00, Children FREE / G
http://www.mackayturfclub.com.au
Obstacle Hell: Mackay
Military inspired obstacle courses, with 30+ obstacles over a 5km course.
Rowallan Scouts Park, Farleigh
49.00 – $79.00 / Ages 12 +
http://www.obstaclehell.com
Lets talk with your Loved Ones in Spirit at Mackay!
Souths Leagues Club Mackay
7.30pm – 10.00pm / Check online for more info
http://www.southcairnssportsclub.com.au
SUNDAY 29 MAY
Emergency Services Day
Harrup Park Country Club
10.00 – 2.00pm / FREE / G
http://www.cqrescue.org.au
THURSDAY 2 JUNE
Xavier Rudd Jan Juc Moon Tour
MECC
7.00pm / $89.90 / 18 +
http://www.themecc.com.au
FRIDAY 3 JUNE
Echoes Of Pink Floyd
MECC
7.30pm / $45.00 – $75.00 / G
http://www.themecc.com.au
Under 14 & Under 12 NQJBC
Runs until 5 June
Mackay Basketball
5.00pm – 6.00pm / Check online for more info
http://www.mackaybasketball.com
SATURDAY 4 JUNE
David Strassman – The Chocolate Diet
MECC
7.00pm / $49.90 – $79.90 / M
http://www.themecc.com.au
Cowboy Dressage A Judges View: Mackay
Twin Creeks Equine
9.00am – 3.00pm / $44.00 – $50.00 / G
http://www.mandyprobyn-equineconnection.com
Northern Avian Society Conference
Sarina
9.00am / Check online
http://www.thuringowabirdclub.org
World Environment Day
The Beatnix
The best Beatles tribute show in Australia. Also runs 5 June
Airlie Beach Hotel
2.00pm / FREE / G
http://www.airliebeachhotel.com.au
SUNDAY 5 JUNE
World Environment Day
http://www.worldenvironmentday.global
SUNDAY 5 JUNE
The World of Musicals
MECC
6.00pm / $60.00 – $80.00 / G
http://www.themecc.com.au
Mackay Marina Run
Mackay Marina Precinct
Various start times / $20.00 – $300.00 / G
http://www.mackaymarinarun.com
Family Fun Day
BB Print Stadium
10.l00am – 2.00pm / $5.00 / G
http://www.mackayhospitalfoundation.com.au
WEDNESDAY 8 JUNE
World Ocean Day
http://www.worldoceanday.org
DBCT Kids’ Theatre Season 2022 – Don’t mess with the Dummies
MECC
9.30am / $16.50 / G
http://www.themecc.com.au
FRIDAY 10 JUNE
Cinema Under the Stars
Meadowlands Amphitheatre
6.30pm – 9.30pm / Check online for more info
http://www.mackayhospitalfoundation.com.au
BOQ Charity Golf Day
Mackay Golf Club
11.00am – 5.00pm / $100.00
http://www.mackayhospitalfoundation.com.au
Mackay Beach Horse Races
Runs until 12 June
Harbour Beach
5.00pm / $10.00 – $385.00 / G
http://www.mackaybeachhorseraces.com.au
SATURDAY 11 JUNE
The AC/DC Story
MECC
7.30pm / $65.00
http://www.themecc.com.au
Magpies Crusaders vs SWQ Thunder
Sologinkin Oval
7.00pm / FREE – $10.00 / G
http://www.magpiescrusaders.com.au
TUESDAY 14 JUNE
Mackay Annual Show 2022
Runs until 16 June
Mackay Showgrounds
9.00am – 4.00pm / G
Fb: Mackay Showgrounds
WEDNESDAY 15 JUNE
The Ultimate Fleetwood Mac Experience
MECC
7.30pm / $55.00 – $65.00 / 13 +
http://www.themecc.com.au
THURSDAY 16 JUNE
Mackay Show Holiday
FRIDAY 17 JUNE
Ross Noble – On The Go
MECC
7.30pm / $49.90 – $54.90 / M
http://www.themecc.com.au
2022 Show Whitsunday
Runs until 18 June
Proserpine Showgrounds
Stay tuned for more info.
http://www.showwhitsunday.com.au
Country Rockin Blues Shindig at Kinchant Dam
Runs until 19 June
Kinchant Waters
Stay tuned for updates
Fb: Airlie Beach Festival Of Music
SATURDAY 18 JUNE
Sugar Drop Festival
Harrup Park Country Club
4.00pm / $55.00 – $85.00 / 18 +
http://www.sugardropfestival.com
QLD Showoffs Dance Competition
Runs until 19 June
Mackay Basketball Stadium
Spectator pricing $10.00 – $30.00
http://www.aussiegoldchamps.com.au
SUNDAY 19 JUNE
Great Whitehaven Beach Run
Whitehaven Beach
Check online for registration
costs and distances.
http://www.hamiltonisland.com.au
MONDAY 20 JUNE
Young Engineers
Emmanuel Catholic School
Various sessions / $20.00 / G
cq.young-engineers.com.au
TUESDAY 21 JUNE
BMA Kidspace
Artspace Mackay
10.00am – 12.15pm / FREE / 0 – 5 years
http://www.artspacemackay.com.au
WEDNESDAY 22 JUNE
Young Engineers
Andergrove Neighbourhood Centre
Various sessions / $20.00 / G
cq.young-engineers.com.au
FRIDAY 24 JUNE
Morning Melodies – Paul Ettore Tabone sings Golden Days, Songs from the Movies & Musicals
MECC
11.00am / $15.00 / G
http://www.themecc.com.au
The Salvation Army Mackay 2022 Red Shield Appeal Event
Ocean’s International
12.00pm – 2.00pm / $60.00
http://www.salvationarmy.org.au/red-shield-appeal
SATURDAY 24 JUNE
The Fox Superflow Race 4
Runs until 26 June
Rowallan Park
8.30am / Race entry fee $69.00 – $80.00 / G
http://www.rockytrailentertainment.com
Craft and Conversation
Gordon White Library
11.00am – 2.00pm / FREE / 18 +
http://www.mackay.qld.gov.au/libraries
SUNDAY 26 JUNE
CQUniversity Confraternity Carnival
Australia’s largest schoolboy rugby league carnival. Runs until 1 July
Mackay Junior Rugby League
3.00pm / Check online for more info
Fb: QISSRL – Confro
MONDAY 27 JUNE
Azure Glass Holiday Workshop
Also runs 28 June
Azure Glass
10.00am, 1.00pm / $30.00 / G, Under 7 requires supervision
http://www.azureglass.com.au
THURSDAY 30 JUNE
Library Music Group Performance
Dudley Denny City Library
5.00pm – 6.30pm / FREE / G
http://www.mackay.qld.gov.au/libraries
Harry Potter Craft
Dudley Denny City Library
10.30am – 11.30am / FREE / G
http://www.mackay.qld.gov.au/libraries
Regular Markets
The Greater Whitsunday Farmers’ Markets
Every Wednesday
6.30am – 10.30am
Bluewater Quay, River Street, Mackay City Centre
Showground Markets
Every Saturday
6.30am – 10.00am
Mackay Showgrounds
Eungella Community Markets
Second Sunday of the month
9.00am – 1.00pm
Eungella Memorial Hall,
North Street
Seaforth Community Markets
Every Sunday
8.30am – 11.00am
Seaforth Beachfront
Seaforth Mega Market
First Sunday of every month
in place of regular markets
8.30am – 12.00pm
Seaforth Beachfront
Sarina Showground Markets
Last Sunday of the month
8.00am – 12.00pm
Sarina Showgrounds
Troppo Treasure Markets
Second Sunday of the month
7.00am – 11.30am
Mount Pleasant Shopping Centre Carpark
Paxtons Night Markets
Second Friday of every month
5.00pm – 8.00pm
10 River St, Mackay
