Burdekin Event Guide 25 December

Thursday 25 December
St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church Ayr – Christmas Day Service
Thursday 9am
Celebrate the true spirit of Christmas with a warm and welcoming Christmas Day Service at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Ayr, beginning at 9am.
St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Ayr

Saturday 3 January
Learn to Tow Safely
Saturday 9am
Build confidence behind the wheel at the Learn to Tow course, where experienced instructors guide you through hands-on, practical towing skills in a friendly, supportive environment — giving you the knowledge and confidence to safely hit the road with your trailer.
Ayr Showgrounds

Sunday 4 January
TASA Meet & Greet Burdekin
Sunday 9am
Discover practical community solutions at the Burdekin Terra Australis States Assembly (TASA) Meet & Greet, where locals can connect, ask questions, and learn about TASA’s citizen-led approach to accountability, fairness, and building a better future - no politics, no religion, just real conversations. Email tasaburdekin@proton.me for location details.
TBA

Sunday 11 January
Morning Tea Thyme in the Nursery
Sunday 10am
Pop in and enjoy a complimentary community morning tea at Nuttall’s Garden Centre, where a warm cuppa, sweet treats and friendly faces come together—take a stroll through the nursery, soak up the greenery and share a chat in a relaxed, welcoming setting.
Nuttall’s Garden Centre, Ayr

Monday 12 January (weekly)
Burdekin Neighbourhood Centre Crochet Group
Mondays 1pm–5pm
Whether you’re new to crocheting or would like to share your knowledge, come along and bring a friend. Call 4783 4243 for more information!
40 Chippendale Street, Ayr

Thursday 15 January (1st & 3rd Thursday of each month)
Burdekin Seniors Computer Club
9:30am to 11:30am
Are you over 50? Would you enjoy a social morning out? Are you interested in broadening your knowledge of modern technology? This could be the group for you! Call 4783 4243 for more information.
40 Chippendale Street, Ayr

Monday 26 January
2026 Australia Day Awards Ceremony
Monday 4pm
Celebrate Australia Day 2026 at the Burdekin Theatre with a Citizenship Ceremony, Australia Day Awards, and light refreshments including traditional cake, honouring local achievements and welcoming new Australian citizens.
Burdekin Theatre

Friday 30 January
We Will Rock You Opening Night
Friday 7:30pm
Burdekin Singers & Theatre Company presents the high-energy musical We Will Rock You, featuring over 20 Queen hits in a dystopian rock-revival story. Multiple performance dates follow into early February.
Burdekin Theatre

Wednesday 18 February
Wednesday 11am
Morning Melodies Bloom Sings Eva Cassidy
Experience an intimate acoustic tribute as Bloom brings Eva Cassidy’s timeless songs to life at Morning Melodies, with tickets $15 including morning tea.
Burdekin Memorial Hall

Thursday 26 February
Movie Magic Paint, Sip & Sing
Thursday 6pm
Sing, sip and paint your heart out at this epic movie-inspired Paint & Sip in Ayr, where iconic film soundtracks, big laughs and guided creativity collide for a glitter-filled night of nostalgia, fun and feel-good chaos at the Coutts Commercial Hotel.
Coutts Commercial Hotel, Ayr

Friday 27 February
Where is the Green Sheep?
Friday 12pm
Families can enjoy an enchanting visual theatre adventure as puppetry and animation bring Mem Fox’s beloved story to life in the playful search for the elusive Green Sheep.
Burdekin Theatre

Wednesday 15 April
Morning Melodies A Night in Vegas
Wednesday 11am
Audiences can expect a glitzy, high-energy morning of Vegas-style hits, big band classics, dazzling dance performances, and charismatic vocals that bring the glamour and fun of Sin City to life.
Burdekin Theatre

Friday 24 April
Remember the Days of Cat Stevens
Friday 7:30pm
Audiences can relive the timeless hits of Cat Stevens in a heartfelt tribute by Darren Coggan, celebrating classics like Moonshadow, Wild World, and Father & Son with remarkable authenticity and nostalgic charm.
Burdekin Theatre

Sunday 24 May
The Australian Medium Tour
Sunday 2pm
Charmaine Wilson returns to Ayr on this May for a moving afternoon of spirit connection, offering audience members messages of love, validation and healing from the spirit world, followed by a Q&A and reflections on grief and life beyond, from 2pm to 4.15pm (ages 16+).
Burdekin Theatre

Thursday 28 May
Creedence Clearwater Collective
Thursday 7:30pm
Experience a night of classic rock as Creedence Clearwater Collective brings the iconic hits of CCR and John Fogerty to the stage, delivering all the timeless favourites live and full of energy.
Burdekin Theatre

Friday 29 May
Ayr SLSC Meet & Greet
Friday 6pm
The Ayr SLSC's centenary celebrations will begin with a relaxed Friday night Meet and Greet and book launch, bringing together past and present members and the community to celebrate the club’s legacy and commemorate 100 years of surf lifesaving.
Kalamia Hotel

Saturday 30 May
Celebrating 100 Years of Ayr SLSC Gala Dinner
Saturday 6pm
The Ayr Surf Life Saving Club will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2026! The milestone event will honour a century of service, memories and community spirit, bringing past and present members together for an unforgettable evening.
Burdekin Memorial Hall

Sunday 31 May
Ayr SLSC Community Fun Day
Sunday 10am
The Ayr SLSC's centenary celebrations will conclude with a relaxed, family-friendly gathering at the Ayr Clubhouse, welcoming past and present members, families and the community for a memorable day.
Ayr Surf Life Saving Club, Alva Beach

Wednesday 10 June
Morning Melodies Life at Frankie's
Wednesday 11am
Join Thomas Armstrong-Robley for Live at Frankie’s, a high-energy cabaret celebrating the timeless songs of Frank Sinatra and Frankie Valli, delivered with world-class vocals, charm, and a touch of humour.
Burdekin Theatre

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