Your complete guide to what’s on this Saturday at Jumpers and Jazz
There’s a bumper line-up of events planned for the first weekend of Jumpers and Jazz in July! Check out the Daily News’ full weekend guide to ensure you don’t miss a thing.
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The first weekend of Warwick’s Jumpers and Jazz in July festival is shaping up to be a big one, with a bumper line-up of events locked in across the region.
Whether you’re looking for some smooth jazz tunes while you peruse a market or gallery, or you’d prefer more of a showstopper such as the Killarney Bonfire Night, there’s something for everyone this weekend.
Check out our full guide to Jumpers and Jazz events this Saturday below:
RISE AND SHINE
Start the day off with a hearty country breakfast and crafts galore at the Freestone Country Yarning and Brekky event.
Check out the community hall’s ever-growing “Farmer’s Favourite” yarnbombing, and grab a cuppa while you peruse the craft stalls.
WHERE: Freestone Community Hall, 1244 Freestone Road, Freestone
WHEN: 8am – 11am
COST: Free
BOOKINGS: For catering purposes, please RSVP on 0423 022 826
WORLD RECORD ATTEMPT
If you’d rather get your heart rate up on Saturday, this world record attempt could be just the way to break a sweat and stay on theme.
Head down to Leslie Park and take part in Warwick’s attempt to beat the world record for the biggest Jazzercise class.
WHERE: Leslie Park (opposite WIRAC)
WHEN: 9am – 10am
COST: Free
BOOKINGS: You must register – contact WIRAC on 4661 7955
PARK SPECTACULAR
Bring the family to a park fun day with live music and interactive activities for the whole family, including an obstacle course and games.
WHERE: Leslie Park (opposite WIRAC)
WHEN: 9.30am – 4pm
COST: Free
CELEBRATING FIRST RESPONDERS
Head to Warwick Emergency Services Day where you will get see the great work first responders do and check out their live demos.
WHERE: Leslie Park (near Youth Stage area)
WHEN: 9am – 2pm.
COST: Free.
COUNTRY ARTS EXHIBITION
Head to the historic CWA building in Mt Colliery for a huge display of eclectic art, crafts, and homemade treats, featuring everything from woodworking to jams and preserves.
Handmade refreshments will also be available.
WHERE: Mt Colliery QCWA Hall, 7 Bakers Road, Mt Colliery
WHEN: 9am – 3pm
COST: Gold coin donation
JAZZ MEETS HISTORY
Allora Historical Society has a jazz-era clothing display on show. You will also find some delicious country cooking and arts and crafts for sale.
WHERE: Allora Historical Society Museum, Allora
WHEN: 9am – 3pm
COST: $5 (under 14 free)
RETRO ART
The Warwick Art Gallery team is sticking with their retro theme for this year’s artisans market, with stallholders offering a variety of wares with a vintage twist.
WHERE: Warwick Art Gallery, 49 Albion Street Warwick.
WHEN: 9.30am – 2.30pm.
POP-UP ART GALLERY
A pop-up art gallery in St Mark’s Parish Hall is set to turn the heritage building into a bustling market.
Check out the original artworks and handicraft from both experienced and emerging artists, and enjoy a morning tea or lunch break at the on-site cafe.
WHERE: St Mark’s Parish Hall, 55 Albion Street.
WHEN: 9.30am – 5pm.
ALL ABOARD
Residents and visitors alike can take a tour of the area this weekend with Southern Downs Steam Railway offering various journeys across the region.
Guests can choose a trip out to Hendon in the morning, or journey to Wheatvale in the afternoon.
WHERE: Southern Downs Steam Railway, corner of Fitzroy and Hamilton Street.
WHEN: 10am – 11.30am (Hendon), 2pm – 3.30pm (Wheatvale)
COST: $40 adults, $20 children and kids under four are free
BOOKINGS: Head to www.downsexplorer.org.au
TEDDY BEARS PICNIC
One for both the kids and the kids at heart, the Teddy Bears Picnic at the Warwick Showgrounds is set to be a fun day out for the whole family.
Pack your favourite teddy and a blanket and take part in a day of craft activities and games.
WHERE: Warwick Showgrounds, 18 Kingsford Street
WHEN: 10am – midday
COST: Optional gold coin donation
YARNBOMBING TALKS
The Yarntopians have been busily working for months to perfect their retro installation at the Warwick Art Gallery for this year’s festival, and now is their chance to share it with visitors.
The group will reveal the process and hard work behind creating the yarn-covered front room and the stories behind the idea.
WHERE: Warwick Art Gallery, 49 Albion Street
WHEN: 10.30am – 11.30am
COST: Gold coin donation
DOWNTOWN SATURDAY JAZZ
Wander around the city and take in the sites and great music at this all-day event.
WHERE: Front of Town Hall, Palmerin Street.
WHEN: 10am – 4pm.
MARYVALE VILLAGE VIBE
Spend the afternoon at Maryvale Park to catch the smooth tunes of The Blue Violets and enjoy the range of food and drinks available for purchase.
WHERE: Maryvale Park, Maryvale
WHEN: 12pm – 5pm
COST: Free
BOOKINGS: Click here to register
WALKING TOUR
Join Warwick Art Gallery director Karina Devine for a guided tour of the festival’s famous tree jumper exhibition.
Explore the Rose City’s main streets and take in both the colourful creations and the smooth jazz tunes performed at various stages along Palmerin Street.
WHERE: Departs from Warwick Art Gallery
WHEN: 2.30pm – 3.30pm
COST: Gold coin donation
FOOD, WINE AND MUSIC
Check out The Harvest Wine, Cheese and Art Evening with local produce, art and music – there will even be artist creating masterpieces before your eyes.
WHERE: Art @ The Precinct, 145 Victoria Street.
WHEN: 4pm – 7pm.
COST: $40.
BOOKINGS: Click here to book
LIGHT IT UP
The famous Killarney Bonfire Night is back and bigger than ever this year, with the beloved fire drumming exhibition, giant bonfire, fireworks, and art sculptures.
WHERE: Killarney Showgrounds.
WHEN: 4pm – 9pm.
COST: $20 for adults, $15 for concessions, $5 for children aged five to 12
CHRISTMAS, BUT MAKE IT COLD
Experience a country Christmas feast in July at the Abbey Boutique Hotel.
Guests will enjoy a three-course meal accompanied by a range of local wines.
WHERE: Abbey Boutique Hotel, 8 Locke Street
WHEN: 6pm – 9.30pm
COST: $82.50 for adults, $58.50 for children aged 12 – 17 years, $42 for children under 12, and children under two, free
BOOKINGS: Essential – call 4661 9777
DINNER AND A SHOW
The Warwick Golf Club is offering a two-course meal with a drinks package for this fun night out.
Listen to the smooth tunes from band Girl Friday while you enjoy the food and drinks.
WHERE: Hawker Road Function Centre, 155 Hawker Road
WHEN: 6pm – 10pm
COST: $100 per person
BOOKING: Essential – call 4661 1720
JAZZ THE BLUES AWAY
The Warwick Zonta Club will be hosting a two-course dinner with special performances by Glen Knox and Jazz Addiction and Nina Bloom.
The dress code is blue, so be sure to put your best foot forward.
WHERE: Churches of Christ auditorium at 223 Dragon Street, Warwick
WHEN: 6pm – 10pm
COST: $70 per person
BOOKING: Essential – email jaloy1@bigpond.com
HOT FOOD, COOL JAZZ
Black Velvet Jazz Quartet will put on a show while Joie de Vivre serves up a two-course meal.
WHERE: Joie De Vivre restaurant, 41 King Street
WHEN: 6.30pm – 11pm
COST: $65 per person, BYO alcohol
BOOKINGS: Essential – 0409 054 939 or denisas@live.com.au
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