What's On in Blackwater

Celebrate 20 years of Busby Marou with their 'Back on the Tools' acoustic tour. Enjoy intimate shows, raw, unplugged music, and stories from their journey. Expect classics, new tunes, and a heartfelt performance.

Join us for a delicious Christmas feast at our buffet lunch event! Enjoy a buffet-style Christmas lunch at The Maraboon Tavern.

Ladies, get ready for an electrifying night! Sydney Hotshots is back with a sizzling show designed to keep you on the edge of your seat. Expect exhilarating performances, cheeky charm, and endless entertainment! Perfect for hens' nights, birthday bashes, or a spontaneous night out.

Get ready to party at the 2000s + 2010s Party in Rockhampton! Dance to the best Party Rock Anthems from the 00s and 2010s. Featuring artists like Carly Rae Jepsen, The Black Eyed Peas, Ariana Grande and many more! This is a night you won't want to miss!

The Small Biz Christmas Party is a festive end-of-year celebration designed for solo entrepreneurs, freelancers, and small business teams. Expect canapés, festive drinks, music, and a fun Christmas atmosphere. Bring your clients, staff, friends, or just yourself, everyone’s welcome to celebrate!

Free education session for families and friends, delivering information to those supporting someone using alcohol and drugs. This workshop will cover families and ice, drugs of concern, effects of ice use, and dealing with aggressive behavior. Morning tea provided.

Eskimo Joe is heading to North Queensland for a run of shows! With a career spanning just shy of three decades and six amazing studio albums, Eskimo Joe continues to prove why they’re one of Australia’s most loved bands. The North Queensland dates will see the band bringing their powerhouse live show to fans in Rockhampton.

Experience an afternoon of music and atmosphere. An opportunity to pause, reconnect, and celebrate the wonder of Christmas together. A dazzling celebration of music and festive spirit.

Join us for a relaxing afternoon dedicated to celebrating carers. Recharge, connect, and enjoy recognition before the year ends. This event is for unpaid carers—those caring for a family member, friend, or loved one. Enjoy a delicious lunch, carer story sharing, wellbeing activity, prizes, fun & connection.

Get ready for the Christmas Bull Ride at the Great Western! Doors open at 5:00pm, with the Bull Ride kicking off at 6:30pm. Enjoy live music with Chris Bax Band. Santa will be riding a bull! Bring your friends, family & co-workers for adrenalin pumping action and a whole lot of holiday spirit.

DJ Noiz, aka The Remix King, is set to ignite Rockhampton with island vibes and smooth R&B energy. Fresh off a successful USA tour, he's back with a brand-new solo run across Australia. Don't miss the unmistakable Noiz sound as he wraps up an incredible year at Leichhardt Hotel!