Check It Out
We’ve found all the best Townsville events to check out this month, so you don’t have to!
Man With a Pram Father’s Day Fundraiser
When: 3 September/ 9.30am – 11.30am
Where: Strand Rockpool
More info: FB Man With A Pram
Looking for a way to celebrate this Father’s Day? Man With A Pram is back this year for the annual Father’s Day Fundraiser. Join with your prams and carriers, your friends and family and walk with us as we create “the village that raises a child”. The event starts at The Strand Rock Pool, with fathers pushing their infants and children in their prams whilst socialising with others from their community. This event is a celebration of new life with the arrival of new babies into our regions as well as championing the importance of active fatherhood, all while supporting perinatal mental health. Check out the Facebook event for updates as the big day approaches.
Dettol ODI Series vs Zimbabwe
When: 3 September / 9.40am – 5.00pm
Where: Riverway Stadium
More info: www.cricket.com.au
International cricket returns to the top end as Townsville hosts the Aussie-Zimbabwe rivalry, equal parts friendly and fierce. The Dettol ODI Series against Zimbabwe at Riverway Stadium is a rescheduling of matches postponed amid COVID-19 travel restrictions, so come bring the family and watch the action close up! Cost is $5.00 to $43.00
Cairns Amateurs – Worth the Trip
When: 8 – 10 September
Where: Cannon Park Racecourse
More info: www.cairnsamateurs.org.au
Join in the excitement at Cairns Amateurs race days this month. Three days of fashion, fun, festivities, and more. With live screenings of the race, fashions on the field and an atmosphere that will carry on well after the last race, this is an event not to miss. Tickets cost $25.00 to $320.00 Exclusive memberships available which will give you VIP access to both race days, access to the exclusive undercover Trinity Auto Group Members Enclosure, a delicious buffet lunch and access to a premium bar, live entertainment, and other exclusive activities.
Out of the Shadows into the Light World Suicide Prevention Day Walk
When: 10 September / 5.45am
Where: Rockpool Pavilion
More info: FB Out Of The Shadows & Into The Light Townsville
Join the OOTS Townsville Team to donate to the annual Out of the Shadows and into the Light walk occurring on the Strand in time for sunrise. All funds raised stay in our community to support the Lifeline Crisis Support and Suicide Prevention centre in Townsville. The Townsville team trains qualified Telephone Crisis Supporters to respond to calls, raise awareness, and support those who have lost someone.
Townsville Airport Father’s Day at Picnic Bay
When: 4 September / 9.00am – 5.00pm
Where: Picnic Bay Foreshore
More info: www.magneticislandraceweek.com.au
Bring the family to Townsville’s Airport Father’s Day at Picnic Bay, one of the most exciting Father’s day events in North Queensland. Held at stunning Picnic Bay, the event features the Arcadian Surf Club’s Great Inflatable Race, Artisan Markets, Food Stalls, Free Kids Entertainment, Sand Castle Competition, The Beach Retreat and so much more. SeaLink will have special prices for the day and there are free buses to get you from Nelly Bay to Picnic Bay.
Riverway Movies – Sing2
When: 16 September / 6.30pm – 8.00pm
Where: Riverway Oval
More info: www.whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au
Pack a blanket and head down to Riverway with the kids for Riverway Movie Nights, Townsville’s open-air cinema under the stars. This month’s movie is Sing 2, where Buster Moon and his friends must persuade reclusive rock star Clay Calloway to join them for the opening of a new show.
CORES Queensland FREE Suicide Intervention Training
When: 17 September / 9.00am
Where: Selectability Mental Health Hub
More info: FB CORES Queensland
CORES – Community Response To Eliminating Suicide, are a non for profit, non-government community organisation that provides training in
27 communities around Australia with over 5000 members.
One day suicide intervention courses are at the heart of CORES’ program. These courses are free and will teach participants to recognise early warning signs, support a person at risk to access available services and promote help-seeking behaviour before a crisis occurs. Participants also learn to identify self-care strategies. Regular events are posted on CORES Queensland Facebook page and are open to all people above the age of 16. Please note, this is not a
crisis service.
Baby / Child First Aid Public Session
When: 27 September / 9.30am – 11.30am
Where: Let’s Talk Birth
More info: www.parentmedic.co
Provided by Parentmedic North Qld, this course teaches Baby/Child First Aid education for parents, grandparents and carers of young children. Parentmedic Programs are designed to enable you to identify when your child is unwell and empower you with the skills and knowledge to know when and where to seek help, as well as provide a first aid response in an emergency situation. In this 2 hour session you learn about Infant CPR, Choking, Fevers, Rashes, Allergies & Anaphylaxis, Poisons, Burns, Head Injuries and more. The event is baby friendly and costs $88 per person.
Shakespeare Under The Stars – The Tempest
When: 14 September / 6.30pm – 10.00pm
Where: Queens Garden
More info: www.theatreinq.com
After twelve years shipwrecked on a mysterious island with his young daughter Miranda, the deposed Duke of Milan, Prospero, must now choose between his desire for revenge and the freedom that can only come from forgiveness. Suitable for all ages, visitors are guaranteed a magical night ‘under the stars’ in Townsville’s beautiful Queens Gardens. Tickets from $33.00
What’s On Guide
We’ve found all the best events in Townsville to check out this month, so you don’t have to!
WEDNESDAY 24 AUGUST
The Little Mermaid
Runs until 28 August
Townsville Civic Theatre
Various Times / $40.00 – $150.00 / G
www.tcs.org.au
SATURDAY 27 AUGUST
Townsville Triathlon and Multisport Festival
Runs until 28 August
Strand Park
6.00am / $35.00 – $205.00 / G
www.townsvilletrifestival.org.au
TUESDAY 30 AUGUST
Judith Lucy & Denise Scott – Still Here
Townsville Civic Theatre
7.30pm / $69.90 / M
www.whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au
TUESDAY 30 AUGUST
Sealink Magnetic
Island Race Week
Runs until 7 September
Peppers Blue on Blue, Magnetic Island
Various Times / G
www.magneticislandraceweek.com.au
Art-box
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
10.30am – 11.30am / FREE / G
www.townsville.qld.gov.au
Yoga for Happiness – five week yoga programs
Runs Mondays until 15 December
Townsville South State School
6.30pm – 8.00pm / $20.00 – $100.00 / 15+
www.yogaaspirations.com.au
2022 Biennial North Queensland Ceramic Awards
Runs until 25 September
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
10.00am – 5.00pm / FREE / G
www.townsville.qld.gov.au
Compact Prints International Print Exhibition, Exchange & Auction
Runs until 30 September
Umbrella Studio Contemporary Arts
9.00am – 5.00pm / FREE / G
www.umbrella.org.au
How to be a Good Doll – Katya Venter
Runs until 30 September
Umbrella Studio Contemporary Arts
9.00am – 1.00pm / FREE / G
www.umbrella.org.au
Motherland – Aicey Zaro
Runs until 30 September
Umbrella Studio Contemporary Arts
9.00am – 5.00pm / FREE / G
www.umbrella.org.au
SATURDAY 3 SEPTEMBER
North Queensland Toyota Cowboys versus Penrith Panthers
Queensland Country Bank Stadium
7.30pm / $22.00 – $75.00 / G
www.cowboys.com.au
Man With a Pram Father’s
Day Fundraiser
Strand Rockpool
9.30am – 11.30am / FREE / PG
American in Paris
Pinot & Picasso
6.30pm – 9.30pm / $59.00 / M
www.pinotandpicasso.com.au
CFTSV Indoor Regatta
CrossFit Townsville
2.00pm – 5.00pm / $21.50 / PG
www.crossfittownsville.com.au
Moulin Rogue
Stage Door Theatre Restaurant
5.00pm – 9.15pm / $85.00 / 15+
www.stagedoortheatre.com.au
Dettol ODI Series vs Zimbabwe
Riverway Stadium
9.40am – 5.00pm / $5.00 – $43.00 / PG
www.cricket.com.au
A Classical Indian Dance Festival
The Edmund Rice Hall, Ignatius Park College
6.00pm – 8.00pm / FREE / PG
www.whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au
Bushland Beach Ramble
Beachfront / At the end of Mt Low Parkway
6.30am – 8.30am / FREE – $6.00 / PG
www.townsvilleroadrunners.com.au
Father’s Day Memorial
Belgian Gardens Cemetery
9.00am – 10.00am / FREE / PG
www.townsville.qld.gov.au
Townsville Eats
Flinders Square
3.00pm – 8.00pm / FREE / PG
www.whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au
Townsville Central City Mission Fete
Strand Park
9.30am – 1.30pm / FREE / PG
FB Not just Numbers
Under the Mango Tree
Runs until 4 September
Mo’sArt Gallery
10.00am – 4.00pm / FREE / PG
www.whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au
Fathers Day Club Night
Rupertswood Horse Club
3.00pm – 9.30pm / FREE / PG
FB Rupertswood & District Horse Club Inc.
SUNDAY 4 SEPTEMBER
Obstacle Hell Townsville 2022
Tarmaroo Scout Camp, Bluewater
7.30pm / $49.00 – $79.00 / 11+
www.obstaclehell.com
Camera Photography Workshop
Jezzine Park
3.30pm – 6.30pm / $96.00 / M
www.philcoppphotos.com
Hootiful – Fathers Day Special Event
Pinot & Picasso
2.00pm – 4.00pm / $49.00 / M
www.pinotandpicasso.com.au
Townsville Airport Father’s Day at Picnic Bay
Picnic Bay Foreshore
9.00am – 5.00pm / FREE / PG
www.magneticislandraceweek.com.au
Women Circle
3.00pm – 5.00pm / FREE / PG
FB Women Circle in Townsville
Junior MyGolf Term 3
Townsville Golf Club
8.30am – 5.30pm / $89.00 / PG
www.townsvillegolfclub.com.au
Alabanza Jamboree
Pallarenda Beach
4.00pm – 8.00pm / FREE / PG
FB Circus Alabanza
Street Photography/ Beyond the Rule of Thirds Composition Meetup
Australia Post – Townsville Post Shop
9.00am – 11.00am / $39.00 / PG
www.townsvillephotographygroup.com.au
TUESDAY 6 SEPTEMBER
Junior MyGolf Term 3
Townsville Golf Club
8.30am – 5.30pm / $89.00 / PG
www.townsvillegolfclub.com.au
Sk8 M8s Social Skate Night
Runs weekly Tuesday
North Shore Skate Park
6.00pm – 7.00pm / FREE / PG
www.whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au
Flashback Dance Beginners Class
Runs weekly Tuesday
Railway Estate Community Centre
6.00pm – 7.00pm / $12.00 / PG
www.whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au
Flashback Dance Intermediate Class
Runs weekly Tuesday
Railway Estate Community Centre
7.15pm – 8.15pm / $12.00 / PG
www.whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au
North Queensland Camera Group
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
7.00pm – 9.00pm / FREE – $5.00 / PG
www.nqcg.org.au
WEDNESDAY 7 SEPTEMBER
Western Suburbs Kindergarten Open Day
130 Wellington Street, Aitkenvale
3.30pm – 5.00pm / FREE / PG
www.candy.asn.au/westernsuburbs
Flashback Dance BYO Baby Class
Runs weekly Wednesday
Railway Estate Community Centre
12.30pm / $12.00 / PG
www.whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au
Junior MyGolf Term 3
Townsville Golf Club
8.30am – 5.30pm / $89.00 / PG
www.townsvillegolfclub.com.au
Tough Guy Book Club – Townsville Chapter
The Taphouse, City Lane
7.00pm – 9.00pm / FREE / PG
www.toughguybookclub.com
Info & Chat: Expressing and Storing Breastmilk
Heatley Park
9.30am – 11.30am / FREE / PG
FB Australian Breastfeeding Association Townsville Group
C&K Weir Community Kindergarten Open Day
C&K Weir Community Kindergarten
3.00pm – 4.00pm / FREE / PG
FB C&K Weir Community Kindergarten
THURSDAY 8 SEPTEMBER
Cairns Amateurs
Runs until 10 September
Cannon Park Racecourse
Various times / $25.00 – $320.00 / PG
www.cairnsamateurs.org.au
RU OK? Day Community Event
Perfume Gardens
11.00am – 2.00pm / FREE / PG
FB Townsville Suicide Prevention Network
Shelly Cove Monitoring Clean-up
Shelly Cove, Pallerenda
11.30am – 3.30pm / FREE / PG
FB ReefClean
FRIDAY 9 SEPTEMBER
2022 TYC GaLS Regatta
Runs until 11 September
Townsville Yacht Club
4.00pm / $90.00 / M
www.townsvilleyachtclub.com.au
Mediumship Event with Missy Rivers
Details given upon booking
6.30pm – 8.30pm / $30.00 – $35.00 / 15+
www.missyrivers.com
SATURDAY 10 SEPTEMBER
KISS – End Of The Road World Tour
Queensland Country Bank Stadium
4.00pm / $99.00 – $1199.00 / M
www.queenslandcountrybankstadium.com.au
Giru Show
Brolga Park
12.00pm – 10.00pm / $3.00 / PG
www.whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au
The Sapphires
Townsville Entertainment Centre
8.00pm – 11.00pm / $69.00 / G
www.tecc.net.au
Moulin Rogue
Stage Door Theatre Restaurant
5.00pm – 9.15pm / $85.00 / 15+
www.stagedoortheatre.com.au
Strand Run
Posture & Pain Clinic
6.30am – 8.30am / FREE – $6.00 / PG
www.townsvilleroadrunners.com.au
Out of the Shadows into the Light World Suicide Prevention Day walk
Rockpool Pavilion
5.45am / FREE / PG
FB Out Of The Shadows & Into The Light Townsville
SUNDAY 11 SEPTEMBER
The Garden Clubs of Australia INC AGM and National Convention
Runs until 15 September
Various locations
9.00am / PG
www.gcaconvention2022.com
Junior MyGolf Term 3
Townsville Golf Club
8.30am – 5.30pm / $89.00 / PG
www.townsvillegolfclub.com.au
TUESDAY 13 SEPTEMBER
Flashback Dance
Runs every Tuesday and Wednesday
Railway Estate Community Centre
12.30pm – 8.30pm / $12.00 / PG
www.whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au
WEDNESDAY 14 SEPTEMBER
Shakespeare Under The Stars – The Tempest
Queens Garden
6.30pm – 10.00pm / $33.00 / PG
www.theatreinq.com
FRIDAY 16 SEPTEMBER
Townsville Masters Carnival
Runs until 17 September
Townsville Sports Reserve
9.00am – 9.00pm / G
FB Townsville Leatherheads Masters Team
Moulin Rogue
Stage Door Theatre Restaurant
5.00pm – 9.15pm / $85.00 / 15+
www.stagedoortheatre.com.au
Riverway Movies – Sing 2
Riverway Oval
6.30pm – 8.00pm / FREE / PG
www.whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au
Wasted Paint September / Rainbow Gum
Wasted Paint Studio
6.00pm – 9.00pm / $60.00 / M
FB Wasted Paint
SATURDAY 17 SEPTEMBER
FREE CORES Suicide Intervention Training
Selectability Mental Health Hub
9.00am – 4.00pm / FREE / M
www.cores.org.au
Arts and Education Ball
Quayside Terminal
6.00pm / $127.00 – $148.00 / 18+
FB JCAEDSA – James Cook Arts & Education Student Association
Moulin Rogue
Stage Door Theatre Restaurant
5.00pm – 9.15pm / $85.00 / 15+
www.stagedoortheatre.com.au
Bicentennial Park – Cross Country Run
Bicentennial Park
6.30am – 8.30am / FREE – $6.00 / PG
www.townsvilleroadrunners.com.au
SUNDAY 18 SEPTEMBER
Grill’d Kids Masterclass
Runs until 21 September
Grill’d Palmer Street / Grill’d Fairfield Central / Grill’d Willows Shopping Centre
9.00am / $15.00 / G
www.grilld.com.au
Botanical Printmaking Workshop
Murky Waters Studio
9.30am – 11.30am / $45.00 / M
FB Murky Waters Studio
MONDAY 19 SEPTEMBER
JCU STAR: School Tuition and Revision Workshops- Yr 12 English
Runs until 21 September
JCU: James Cook University, Bebegu Yumba campus
1.00pm – 5.00pm / $325.00 – $375.00
www.jcu.edu.au/star-program
Kalynda Chase ‘STAY ACTIVE’ Holiday Camp
Runs until 23 September
Kalynda Chase Regional Tennis
8.00am – 5.00pm / $35.00 – $65.00 / G
FB Kalynda Chase Regional Tennis
September Holidays – Junior Tennis Clinic
Runs until 22 September
Tennis Townsville
8.30am – 11.30am / $50.00 – $180.00 / Ages 4 – 16
www.tennistownsville.org
TUESDAY 20 SEPTEMBER
Bill Bailey – En Route to Normal
Townsville Entertainment Centre
8.00pm – 10.30pm / $89.90 – $99.90 / G
www.tecc.net.au
Flashback Dance Beginners Class
Runs weekly Tuesday
Railway Estate Community Centre
6.00pm – 7.00pm / $12.00 / PG
www.whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au
Flashback Dance Intermediate Class
Runs weekly Tuesday
Railway Estate Community Centre
7.15pm – 8.15pm / $12.00 / PG
www.whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au
Resilience Fundamentals
Rydges Southbank Townsville
8.00am – 6.00pm / $295.00 – $395.00 / M
www.irisconsulting.com.au
WEDNESDAY 21 SEPTEMBER
JCU STAR: School Tuition and Revision Workshops- Yr 12 English
Runs until 23 September
JCU: James Cook University, Bebegu Yumba campus
1.00pm – 5.00pm / $325.00 – $375.00
www.jcu.edu.au/star-program
Flashback Dance BYO Baby Class
Runs weekly Wednesday
Railway Estate Community Centre
12.30pm / $12.00 / PG
www.whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au
THURSDAY 22 SEPTEMBER
Yoga for Happiness – yoga programs
Runs Mondays until 15 December
Townsville South State School
6.30pm – 8.00pm / $20.00 – $100.00 / 15+
www.yogaaspirations.com.au
FRIDAY 23 SEPTEMBER
Running Touch “Carmine”
Australian Tour
Otherwise Bar
9.00pm / $37.00 / 18+
FB otherwise bar
SATURDAY 24 SEPTEMBER
Alan’s Awesome Aitkenvale Run!
Rossiter Park
6.30am – 8.30am / FREE – $6.00 / PG
www.townsvilleroadrunners.com.au
Sign Time Townsville
Rossiter Park
2.00pm – 4.00pm / FREE / PG
FB Deaf Connect
SATURDAY 24 SEPTEMBER
Fairytales on Ice
Townsville Entertainment Centre
6.30pm / $42.90 – $69.90 / G
www.tecc.net.au
Get To Know Your Digital Camera
Queens Gardens
10.00am – 4.00pm / $125.00 / M
www.photographyworkshopsaustralia.com.au
Aussie Gold Cheer & Dance QLD Showcase
Townsville Stadium
Various Times / FREE – $75.00 / PG
www.aussiegoldchamps.com.au
SUNDAY 25 SEPTEMBER
Bring the Kids to Empire
Empire Alternacade and Events – Townsville
10.00pm – 3.00pm / FREE / G
FB Empire Alternacade and Events – Townsville
Grill’d Kids Masterclass
Runs until 28 September
Grill’d Palmer Street / Grill’d Fairfield Central / Grill’d Willows Shopping Centre
9.00am / $15.00 / G
www.grilld.com.au
Growing Summer Vegetables
Carville Villas
1.00pm – 4.00pm / $80.00 / PG
www.globalgardener.org
MONDAY 26 SEPTEMBER
JCU STAR: School Tuition and Revision Workshops- Yr 12 Maths Methods
Runs until 28 September
JCU: James Cook University, Bebegu Yumba campus
1.00pm – 5.00pm / $325.00
www.jcu.edu.au/star-program
TUESDAY 27 SEPTEMBER
Baby/Child First Aid Public Session
Let’s Talk Birth
9.30am – 11.30am / $88.00 / PG
www.parentmedic.co
WEDNESDAY 28 SEPTEMBER
Swan Lake
Runs until 29 September
Townsville Civic Theatre
7.30pm – 9.40pm / $65.00 – $105.00 / G
www.russianballet.com.au
JCU STAR: School Tuition and Revision Workshops- Yr 12 Maths Methods
Runs until 30 September
JCU: James Cook University, Bebegu Yumba campus
1.00pm – 5.00pm / $325.00 – $375.00
www.jcu.edu.au/star-program
Trust me I’m an Actor
Runs until 30 September
Pimlico High School Performing Arts Centre
7.30pm / 1.00pm / $15.00 – $25.00
www.townsvillelittletheatre.org.au
THURSDAY 29 SEPTEMBER
Standup Comedy – Amy Hetherington & Kel Balnaves
Molly Malones Irish Pub
8.00pm / $25.00 – $130.00
FB Kel Balnaves
SATURDAY 1 OCTOBER
Moulin Rogue
Stage Door Theatre Restaurant
5.00pm – 9.15pm / $85.00 / 15+
www.stagedoortheatre.com.au
SUNDAY 2 OCTOBER
Oktoberfest
252-270 Flinders Mall
12.00pm – 10.00pm / $27.00 – $183.00 / 18+
FB The Brewery Townsville
TUESDAY 4 OCTOBER
North Queensland Camera Group
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
7.00pm – 9.00pm / FREE – $5.00 / PG
www.nqcg.org.au
WEDNESDAY 5 OCTOBER
Kinky Boots
Townsville Civic Theatre
8.00pm – 11.00pm / $45.00 / PG
www.nqomt.com.au
THURSDAY 6 OCTOBER
Art-box
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
10.30am – 11.30am / FREE / G
www.townsville.qld.gov.au
SATURDAY 8 OCTOBER
Moulin Rogue
Stage Door Theatre Restaurant
5.00pm – 9.15pm / $85.00 / 15+
www.stagedoortheatre.com.au
Race around Anderson Park
Anderson Gardens
6.30am – 8.30am / FREE – $6.00 / PG
www.townsvilleroadrunners.com.au
SATURDAY 15 OCTOBER
Moulin Rogue
Stage Door Theatre Restaurant
5.00pm – 9.15pm / $85.00 / 15+
www.stagedoortheatre.com.au
THURSDAY 20 OCTOBER
Art-box
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
10.30am – 11.30am / FREE / G
www.townsville.qld.gov.au
FRIDAY 21 OCTOBER
Moulin Rogue
Stage Door Theatre Restaurant
5.00pm – 9.15pm / $85.00 / 15+
www.stagedoortheatre.com.au
Riverway Movies – Clifford the Big Red Dog
Riverway Oval
6.30pm – 8.00pm / FREE / PG
www.whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au
SATURDAY 22 OCTOBER
Moulin Rogue
Stage Door Theatre Restaurant
5.00pm – 9.15pm / $85.00 / 15+
www.stagedoortheatre.com.au
SUNDAY 23 OCTOBER
Townsville Wedding Expo
Townsville Entertainment & Convention Centre
10.00am – 2.00pm / $10.00 / PG
www.idealbride.com.au
Great Aussie Pooch Party
The Park at the Strand
7.00am / $10.00 / PG
FB Ray White Townsville
SATURDAY 29 OCTOBER
Moulin Rogue
Stage Door Theatre Restaurant
5.00pm – 9.15pm / $85.00 / 15+
www.stagedoortheatre.com.au
