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With such a diversity of cultures and a rich history, Darwin is home to a range of festivals, celebrations, shows and exhibitions. The Arafura Games is a leading international sporting competition for emerging champions of the Asia-Pacific and beyond. Since 1991, Arafura Games has been held every two years in Darwin. February 19 each year is the anniversary of the bombing of Darwin during the Second World War. Locals and visitors take time to remember those who perished and how close Australia came to being invaded.
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Darwin Events

Rotary Club of Darwin North Championship Rodeo

Rotary Club of Darwin North Championship Rodeo - Berrimah

The Rotary Club of Darwin North Championship Rodeo offers two nights of action packed entertainment. Miss Rodeo America, Kelli Jackson, will be attending this year's rodeo and a demonstration of seve... more...

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Royal Darwin Show - children

Royal Darwin Show - Darwin

Share in the delights of one of Darwin’s premier events celebrates 60 years. The Royal Darwin Show is the premier event on the Top End community calendar, where city and country come together for thr... more...

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Heineken Hottest 7s - Darwin

Heineken Hottest 7's in the World - Darwin

A fantastic opportunity to watch seven-a-side international rugby union played. The Heineken Hottest 7’s in the World is a Rugby 7's competition conducted in Darwin over two days with participation o... more...

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iDIDJ Meet the Stars Masterclasses - logo

iDIDJ 'Meet the Stars' Didgeridoo Masterclasses - Darwin

'Meet the Stars' Didgeridoo Masterclasses provide deep insights into the challenging traditional rhythms and techniques of some of Arnhem Land's best didgeridoo players. They have enjoyed immense glo... more...

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Darwin Cup Carnival - logo

Darwin Cup Carnival - Fannie Bay

Share in the excitement of Darwin’s premier horse racing calendar. The Darwin Cup Carnival officially kicks off on Saturday 2 July 2011 and culminates in the running of the Darwin Cup on Monday 1 Aug... more...

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National Trust Walks - Darwin

Hear incredible pioneering stories, and tales of roguish characters that helped shape a far-flung tropical town. Get to know this tropical and vibrant city, on a guided walk in and around its parks a... more...

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Carols By Candlelight - Darwin

Carols By Candlelight - Darwin

Join in and celebrate the start of the festive season. Carols by Candlelight is the pinnacle of the festive season in Darwin and is held in the Amphitheatre at the George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens... more...

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Darwin Beer Can Regatta - logo

Darwin Beer Can Regatta - The Gardens

A regatta like no other, with boats primarily built entirely from aluminum beer cans. This annual family event is rapidly becoming a spectacle for all who line Mindil Beach and cheer on the home-made... more...

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Darwin Festival - logo

Darwin Festival - Darwin

The Darwin Festival program provides a feast of local, national and international performances to excite, inspire and entertain. There are few festivals around the world that can boast the weather th... more...

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Mindil Beach Sunset Markets - Darwin

Mindil Beach Sunset Markets - Darwin

Experience the atmosphere and flavours of the famous sunset markets. Enjoy the tropical night air at Darwin’s Mindil Beach Sunset Markets every Thursday and Sunday evening between May and October. Th... more...

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Top End Mud Racing Association - logo

Top End Mud Racing - Darwin

Grab the family for an action packed night of mud racing. Held in the tropical season, this loud, fast pace, exciting and very very dirty sport (for the competitors) is great viewing for all the fami... more...

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Tropical Garden Spectacular and Sustainable Living Festival - logo

Tropical Garden Spectacular and Top End Sustainable Living Festival - Darwin

The Tropical Garden Spectacular has long been a highlight of the Top End calendar. This year the Garden Spectacular has teamed up with the Top End Sustainable Living Festival to present the perfect o... more...

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Anniversary of the Bombing of Darwin - logo

Anniversary of the Bombing of Darwin - Darwin

A tribute to honour and remember those who helped defend Darwin, the Anniversary of the Bombing of Darwin is commemorated each year on 19 February at the Cenotaph, Bicentennial Park, Darwin and attrac... more...

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Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair

Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair - Darwin

Spiritually moving, vibrant colours, timeless – an awe-inspiring experience for all art lovers. The Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair will provide a unique artistic experience for all lovers of indigenous a... more...

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Darwin Military Open Day - display

Darwin Military Museum Open Day - Darwin

The Darwin Military Museum opens its doors to tourists and locals, inviting you to learn about the bombing of Darwin. This is a great opportunity to learn what really happened in the Darwin during the... more...

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Darwin Turf Club - logo

Darwin Turf Club Gala Ball - Darwin

Darwin's social event of the dry - entertainment, fabulous food and atmosphere. If you are yet to attend the Darwin Turf Club Gala Ball don’t hesitate any longer. Words, friends or photographs can no... more...

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Global Green Challenge - Darwin to Adelaide

Global Green Challenge - Darwin to Adelaide - Darwin

A road race like no other – with cars totally reliant on the sun. Known as the 'brain sport' of our time, the Global Green Challenge participants will traverse more than 3,000 kilometres of the Austr... more...

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Government House - Darwin

Government House Open Days - Darwin

See a part of Darwin’s culture heritage that is held in special regard by Territorians. Government House Darwin, home to the Administrator of the Northern Territory, was built for the first Governmen... more...

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Greek Glenti - octopus

Greek Glenti - Darwin

Experience the largest show of ethnic celebration in the Northern Territory calendar. The Greek Glenti, held at historic Bicentennial Park in Darwin, is a fun and vibrant festival where the Greek com... more...

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Parap Markets - Darwin

Parap Markets - Parap

Tantalise your senses with a mixture of Asian cuisine and the aroma of fresh coffee. The Parap Village Market is a great place to shop and a favourite among locals and visitors alike. Browse the mark... more...

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Rapid Creek Markets - watermelon sticks

Rapid Creek Markets - Rapid Creek

Relax and enjoy a stress-relieving massage or cool tropical juice. Darwin's oldest market is situated only 20 minutes from Darwin city, in the Rapid Creek Business Village. Come on down for a massage... more...

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Saltwater Flyfishing Challenge - Bynoe Harbour

Saltwater Fly Fishing Challenge - Darwin

Your challenge – catch seven species of fish in three days. Bynoe Harbour, near Darwin, is the action spot for the Saltwater Fly Fishing Challenge held annually by the Darwin Flyrodders Club. This is... more...

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Santos Opening Concert - Darwin

Sit back and be immerse yourself in a cultural mixture of indigenous and non-indigenous music. The annual free Santos Opening Concert is part of the Darwin Festival and is one of the most awaited eve... more...

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Top End Pet Expo - dog show

Top End Pet Expo - Marrara

The Top End Pet Expo is a family friendly event and is held every year to help educate and assist people with responsible pet ownership. Come along to the Marrara Indoor Stadium and talk to the breed... more...

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Arafura Games - Darwin

Arafura Games - Darwin

Watch leading international sporting events from the Asia Pacific. The Arafura Games, held in Darwin, is a sporting event for developing athletes across the Asia Pacific region and beyond. It provide... more...

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Indigenous Music Awards - Saltwater Band

Indigenous Music Awards - Darwin

A spectacular showcase of indigenous music and talent. Hosted by Music NT Inc, the awards acknowledge and celebrate the achievements of the Territory’s Aboriginal music performers, both in contempora... more...

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Mud Crab and Quail Dinner - flyer

Mud Crab and Quail Dinner and Auction Evening - Darwin

Dine under the stars on mud crabs, quail and a glass of wine. Enjoy an fun and entertaining night at the Dragons Abreast NT annual fundraiser the 'Crab and Quail' auction at the Darwin Sailing Club. ... more...

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Nightcliff Markets - Darwin

Nightcliff Markets - Nightcliff

Unwind and feel the ambience of the Nightcliff Markets. Set in the attractive Nightcliff Shopping Centre the markets are an ideal place for a lazy Sunday coffee or a cool and refreshing tropical frui... more...

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Territory Day - Northern Territory

Territory Day - Darwin

Territory Day is one of the most spectacular events on the festival calendar. For one day only the Territory lights up in a rainbow of rockets, bangers and Roman candles. Celebrating the anniversary ... more...

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Bassinthegrass - crowd participation

BASSINTHEGRASS 2011 - Darwin

The Territory’s biggest music extravaganza attracts some of Australia’s biggest bands. BASSINTHEGRASS has grown into one of the biggest events in Darwin, providing entertainment to all age groups wit... more...

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Chinese New Year - Chinese Joss House, Darwin

Chinese New Year - Darwin

Celebrate and enjoy the festivities of the coming of Chinese New Year. The 2011 Chinese New Year falls on Thursday February 13 - the Year of the Rabbit. For two weeks the Chinese New Year is celebrat... more...

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Darwin Symphony Orchestra - logo

Darwin Symphony Orchestra - A Tribute to the Rat Pack - The Gardens

The Darwin Symphony Orchestra will bring you a swinging evening of music that will make you want to dance. Relive the old days of the Rat Pack era with music from greats such as Humphry Bogart, Frank... more...

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Here Comes Santa - logo

Here Comes Santa - Darwin

Celebrate with locals and visitors alike, in the countdown to the lighting of Darwin's Christmas decorations. With Christmas just around the corner, Santa will be visiting on the night, and will be ce... more...

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RSPCA - logo

RSPCA Darwin - Save the Paw Ball - Darwin

The annual Save the Paw Ball is Darwin’s RSPCA’s major fundraising event for the year and is a fantastic night out. Enjoy a delicious three course meal, and beverage package and live entertainment wit... more...

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Spirit of Arnhem Land - Exhibition by Penny Tweedie - Darwin

Penny Tweedie’s books, ‘This is My Country – A View of Arnhem Land’, ‘Spirit of Arnhem Land’ and most recently ‘Standing Strong’, provides dynamic documenting in photographs. Penny photographs people... more...

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Sunset Jazz - Katie Noonan - The Gardens

Join Katie Noon under a starry night sky. Unquestionable one of the finest singers in the country, Katie Noonan and her all-starr Jazz quartet will deliver a concert of beautifully soulful jazz relea... more...

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Winemaker's Dinners - The Gardens

Delicate cuisine, smooth wines and brilliant conversation. If you enjoy fine wine accompanied by delicate cuisine, then a Winemaker’s Dinner is a must. As you sample specially selected wines, you’ll ... more...

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Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory - logo

27th Telstra National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art Award 2010 - Darwin

View the cultural art work and crafts of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. The Telstra National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art Award is the premier national indigenous event on the a... more...

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Christmas Craft Fair - Darwin

Christmas Craft Fair - Fannie Bay

Your last chance to pick up that extra special gift. The Christmas Craft Fair is held annually at Territory Craft in the grounds of Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory in Darwin. This is... more...

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Cyprus Food and Wine - octopus

Cyprus Food and Wine Festival - Marrara

The Cyprus Foods and Wine Festival is a family event and will showcase the famous Cypriot Commandaria wine which is one of the oldest wines on earth. There will be a fusion of musical acts, dance perf... more...

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Darwin Trailer Boat Club Blue Water Classic - front entrance

Darwin Trailer Boat Club Blue Water Classic - Darwin

Enjoy a great weekend of fun and rivalry whilst participating in this saltwater fishing competition. The Darwin Trailer Boat Club Blue Water Classic is a both a catch-and-release and weigh-in event f... more...

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National Trust NT - logo

Goyder's Day - Darwin

Goyder’s Day is a commemoration of the arrival of the Surveyor-General George Woodroffe Goyder, who arrived in Port Darwin on the 5 February 1869. Join the National Trust and witness the physical re-... more...

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Hi to the Dry Craft Fair - stall holder

Hi to the Dry Craft Fair - Darwin

Purchase beautiful hand made-items from the creator. The annual Territory Craft 'Hi to the Dry Craft Fair' is held in the grounds of the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory in Darwin. Al... more...

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Learn Fly Casting - Darwin

Learn Fly Casting - East Point

Ever wanted to learn fly casting – then come along to Darwin Flyrodders Inc free fly casting clinics. Don’t worry if you don’t have any casting equipment with you, as equipment will be provided on the... more...

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Litchfield Pub Rodeo - bucking bull

Litchfield Pub Rodeo - Darwin River

Locals and tourist head on down to the Litchfield Pub and watch the cowboys show off their riding talent on the bucking beasts and hold on for the ultimate eight second ride. Packed into the six hour... more...

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Nighcliff Seabreeze Festival - children

Nightcliff Seabreeze Festival - Nightcliff

A week of performances, events and activies for all ages. This week of family-friendly activities, events and performances at venues around the Nightcliff foreshore welcomes the commencement of the D... more...

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Powderfinger - Sunsets Tour

Powderfinger - Sunsets Tour - The Gardens

This will be Darwin's last chance to see these giants of Australian music live. Powderfinger, one of Australia’s biggest bands has announced their retirement with a performance in Darwin being part o... more...

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Twenty20 Cricket - Tio Stadium

Twenty20 Cricket - Marrara

Be there for Darwin's inaugural Twenty20 cricket tournament as the South Australian Redbacks, Victorian Bushrangers and the Queensland Bulls take part in a triangular series. Not only do these matche... more...

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Darwin Game Fishing Club - logo

XXXX Gold Billfish Classic - Darwin

The mighty billfish and fighting Spanish mackerel species are the targeted fish in this challenge. Darwin Game Fishing Club’s annual Billfish Classic is a three day tag, photograph and release compe... more...

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2010 New Idea Australian Netball League - Marrara

Australia’s rising netball’s stars are set to return to Darwin for Round 4 of the 2010 New Idea Australian Netball League (ANL) competition. Come on down to cheer and support the Territory Storm as t... more...

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Australian Superbike Championship - Round 2 - Berrimah

The Australian Superbike Championship is Australia’s premier motorcycling competition. It brings together leading world class motorcycle manufacturers, production based motorcycles purpose-built for... more...

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Darwin Boat and Leisure Show - Darwin

A host of exciting new releases, many of which have not yet been seen at other boat shows, awaits you at the Darwin Boat and Leisure Show. With a big variety of the latest boats, motors, accessories,... more...

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Federation of Oceania Rugby Union Tournament - Darwin

For the first time in Darwin’s history, a FORU (Federation of Oceania Rugby Unions) tournament will be played at Austar Park, home of Northern Territory Rugby Union. This is a seven-a-side internatio... more...

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