Events
Congress
2nd International Conference on Advances in Gravitation, Astrophysics, and Cosmology(ICAGAC2027)
ICAGAC2027 – Advancing Research in Gravitation, Astrophysics, and CosmologyThe 2nd International Conference on Advances in Gravitation, Astrophysics and Cosmology (ICAGAC2027) will be held on October 18–19, 2027, in Nice, France, bringing together researchers, physicists, astronomers, cosmologists, ...
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Darwin International Film Festival (DIFF)
Darwin's unique outdoor screen culture comes to life with the Darwin International Film Festival. Featuring visiting filmmakers, Premiere gala events, film industry initiatives and live entertainment, DIFF is not to be missed! Showcasing films from around the world, the Darwin International Film Fe...
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Darwin Festival
Darwin Festival is Australia's hottest winter arts festival, set in the heart of the Northern Territory on Larrakia land. This unmissable celebration brings together the spirit of the Top End with a vibrant program of arts, culture, food, stories, dancing, and laughter to fill your heart, mind, and ...
Conference
11th Global Summit on Nursing Education and Healthcare 2027
The 11th Global Summit on Nursing Education and Healthcare 2027 nurses, researchers, educators, clinicians, academicians, healthcare professionals, policymakers, and industry experts from around the world to Tokyo, Japan, on August 03–04, 2027. This premier international conference provides a global...
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Garma Festival
Join Garma Festival in the remote north of Australia as the Yolngu clans of Arnhem Land come together for a 4-day celebration of art, music, dance, ceremony and song. Hosted by the Yothu Yindi Foundation, Garma is like nothing you've experienced before, a place where the freshwater and saltwater mee...
Sporting
Run Your Outback Trail Festival
Kimek (Kungarakan welcome)Back after an extremely successful inaugural 2026 Festival, the 2027 Run Your Outback Trail Festival will once again be a celebration of running, community, and the spirit of the land.Participants will run, camp, connect and celebrate together across the entire weekend.Frid...
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Darwin Fringe Festival
The biggest platform for emerging, independent and experimental artists in the Northern Territory, Darwin Fringe is your community arts festival with bite. Expect the unexpected. Occurring annually in July, the Fringe shines a spotlight on the scaly underbelly of Darwin's creative scene wading jus...
Congress
Intelli Global Conferences
The 8th International Conference on Nursing Education and Healthcare nurses, researchers, educators, clinicians, academicians, healthcare professionals, policymakers, and industry experts from around the world to London, United Kingdom, on June 22–23, 2027.This premier international conference provi...
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Darwin Triple Crown Supercars
The Hidden Valley Motor Sports Complex is coming alive once again with an incredible program of world-class motorsport and entertainment as part of the Darwin Triple Crown. Strap yourselves in for an incredible weekend of the most heart-pounding action under the Top End sun! It's time to get plann...
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Go Slow Beach Races
Same beach. Same spirit. Just done differently. Darwin's historic 1918 beach races are back with a modern Territory twist! More than 100 years ago, Darwin locals gathered on Mindil Beach for horse races, picnics and a moonlight concert, raising funds for soldiers returning home from the war. In 20...
Congress
3rd International Conference on Gravitation, Astrophysics and Cosmology
We are excited to announce the 3rd International Conference on Gravitation, Astrophysics and Cosmology (ICGAC2027), taking place on May 26-27, 2027, in the vibrant city of Berlin, Germany. This two-day event will bring together leading scientists, researchers, educators, and healthcare professionals...
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Noonamah Tavern Rodeo
Join in the fun and excitement of the Noonamah Tavern Rodeo with an action-packed night of Barrel Racing, Bull Riding, Saddle Bronc riding, Freestyle Moto X, and more! The party continues into the night with live band till 1am. It's the greatest show on dirt!
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Randy Feltface - Gimmick
Internationally acclaimed comedian Randy Feltface is returning to Australia and New Zealand with his razor-sharp stand-up show Gimmick. After years spent denying he's "just a gimmick", Randy has decided it's time to fully embrace the accusation. In Gimmick, the beloved purple provocateur leans into...
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Darwin Comedy Festival
Australia's newest comedy capital is getting ready to laugh again. Following two huge years of big laughs, packed houses and unforgettable performances, Darwin Comedy Festival returns to Darwin. Over three days, Darwin comes alive with the best of Australian and international comedy, bringing head...
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Northern Territory Games Festival
The Northern Territory Games Festival is Darwin's dedicated celebration of Territory-made video games and live esports, delivered by The Array, a Darwin-based not-for-profit creative technology centre. Held in the heart of the Darwin city centre, the Festival brings the Northern Territory's growing...
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85th Bombing of Darwin Commemorative Service
On the 19th of February each year, we commemorate the Anniversary of the Bombing of Darwin. In 2027, it will be 85 years since Australia faced an unprecedented foreign attack on home soil. The Bombing of Darwin Day is a day to reflect on the past and to pay tribute to those servicemen, servicewo...
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Mamma Mia!
Following the sold-out success of Mary Poppins and Evita, Superstar Productions is thrilled to present the ultimate feel-good theatrical event, Mamma Mia! Proudly supported by NTG, AANT Centre, SINWA, Bendigo Bank and CDU, this sensational staging promises an unforgettable night of live entertainmen...
Food and Drink
A Taste of Veneto: Prosecco & Cicchetti
Discover the flavours of Veneto with two limited-edition Proseccos from Marchiori winery, each paired with a Venetian-style cicchetto.Enjoy a relaxed, one-hour tasting featuring photos and stories from the winery visit, exploring what makes Prosecco special and bringing a littletaste of Italy to Dar...
Darwin Events
SnackaChangi: Chip & Sip
Pair four flavours of New Zealand’s famously crunchy Great Uncle Kenny’s SnackaChangi Chips with four carefully selected wines in a relaxed, guided 60- minute tasting.No wine knowledge required, just a sense of adventure and an appreciation for a good chip. DATE/TIMESunday 3 January 4.30PM - 5.30PM...
Food and Drink
Cheese Club: The French Cider Edition
Explore the rich world of French cider with six authentic tastings from Normandy and Brittany, paired with three exceptional French cheeses.From crisp and dry to sweet, sparkling, and pear ciders, this guided tasting showcases the diversity, tradition, and craftsmanship behind one of France’s most u...
Darwin Events
Paint & Sip: Paint Your Own Peeny Vase
Gather your cheekiest friends for a playful, adult-humoured ceramics session featuring a 6.5-inch peeny vase, ready for bold decoration.Enjoy a relaxed, creative afternoon with vibrant paints, drinks, and plenty of laughs.Finish with a bouquet of included artificial flowers for a cheeky, standout pi...
Food and Drink
A Taste of Valpolicella: Wines & Stories from Italy
Explore the wines of Valpolicella with a guided tasting featuring three vintages from family-owned winery Cà la Bionda, including a rare 2009 red. Enjoy three Italian cicchetti alongside the wines, with stories and insights into this celebrated northern Italian region. One hour, just 12 guests. DAT...
Major Events
New Years Eve at The Last Supper
Ring in 2027 at The Last Supper with unlimited pizzas from 6–9pm, a welcome beer or wine, board games, cornhole, optional karaoke and a relaxed late-night atmosphere. 18+ event. Bar open until 1am. $69 package or limited $45 cover charge after 9pm. DATE/TIMEThursday 31 December 5.30PM - Friday 1 Ja...
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New Year's Eve - Darwin Waterfront
The Darwin Waterfront is closing out another fantastic year in true Territory style with the annual New Year's Eve concert and spectacular fireworks display to welcome 2027. Darwin's home-town hero, Cyril, along with Australian icons, Birds of Tokyo, will bring in the New Year at Darwin Waterfront....
Comedy
Jack's Sack of Laughs
Join Jack Russell for Jack’s Sack of Laughs, a Christmas comedy show packed with favourite jokes, festive shenanigans and plenty of laughs.Grab your mates, bring your Christmas spirit and enjoy a bloody good night out before the silly season kicks into full gear! DATE/TIMEThursday 17 December 7.00P...
Comedy
Freddie or Not
In February Freddie woke up to a nightmare. Another comedian had just released a diss track. About her. Her “fluffy muff.” And the other comics she’s f*cked. Freddie or Not examines the hidden costs of an industry with no HR department and explores the dangerous side of being funny. DATE/TIMEWednes...
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Freddie or Not
Freddie discovers another comedian has just dropped a diss track. About her. Freddie or Not examines the hidden costs of an industry with no HR department and explores the dangerous side of being funny. Venue is wheelchair accessible except for the toilet, closest wheelchair accessible bathroom is ...
Darwin Events
Big D’s Cabaret
Celebrate the chaos, triumphs and questionable coping mechanisms that somehow got everyone through 2026. Join Big D and special guests for a cheeky, saucy and delightfully unhinged night of comedy, laughter and year-end survival stories, because making it to the end of the year deserves a proper cel...
Food and Drink
Last Fettuccine + Lunch Class for the Year
Join the final Pasta Party of the year for a fun, hands-on fettuccine-making class. Learn to make fresh pasta from scratch, then enjoy your creation with nibbles and a complimentary house wine, beer or non-alcoholic drink. Expect great food, laughs, and plenty of cheeky adult humour. DATE/TIME Sat...
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An Evening with Guenther Steiner - No Team Orders
Guenther Steiner has always been Formula 1's most refreshing voice: far more likely to be censored by the broadcasters than to censor himself. The breakout star of Drive to Survive, a team boss whose charm and no-bull honesty won him millions of fans around the globe, is back on stage with his new ...
Christmas
Mickey D’s ANTI (XMAS PARTY) PARTY
Following two sold-out shows in August, Mickey D returns to Top Floor Comedy with a Christmas party for people who hate Christmas parties.Expect stand-up comedy, drinks and a chance to win a Christmas ham in the meat raffle. Bring mates, workmates or a date. Your Christmas party, sorted! DATE/TIME ...
Darwin Events
Collage Club
Collage Club is a monthly art class for adults, perfect for unwinding and getting creative. Each session includes a short presentation, time to makeyour own collages, and the chance to share your work. All materials provided –just bring yourself and any extras to collage with. DATE/TIMEThurs...
Congress
10th Global Meeting on Oncology and Radiology
We are delighted to welcome global leaders, researchers, clinicians, and industry experts to the "10th Global Meeting on Oncology and Radiology", scheduled for December 03-04, 2026, in Madrid ,Spain.Guided by the theme Integrating Radiology Innovation to Enhance Modern Oncology Care, this meeting hi...
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SLIDE Youth Dance Theatre - The Letters
In a quiet park in the middle of a busy little town, much like Darwin, a single bench carries the secrets of the people who visit. Day after day, layer upon layer of their lives are shared with this garden park, where they feel safe to be themselves, to be open, to be unseen. But they are seen. T...
Darwin Events
Bloody Mary Book Club: Sip, Chat, Discover New Reads
The Bloody Mary Book Club brings book lovers together for lively discussions and great drinks. Instead of reading the same book, bring along whatever you're reading or a favourite to share. The first hour is spent in silent reading, followed by a 30-minute session where everyone briefly introduces t...
Darwin Events
Boro - The Japanese Art of Visible Mending
Discover the art of visible mending in this hands-on workshop exploring traditional Japanese-inspired stitching. Using recycled denim and vintage kimono fabrics, learn to repair and embellish clothing while creating a unique handmade piece. All materials supplied. Suitable for beginners to intermedi...
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Peter Williams - Return of the Medium
After numerous sell out performances across Australia and overseas, hugely popular psychic-medium and author of the book Searching Spirit, Peter Williams returns to the stage once again in 2026. Peter is known for bringing a modern and refreshing feel to his events. He amazes audiences with his abi...
Christmas
BRINE CLUB: Christmas Edition
Oysters, martinis and a little Christmas crafting. Brine Club is a leisurely afternoon of freshly shucked oysters, four flavoured toppings and optional oyster shell Christmas decorations. Enjoy martinis, Prosecco and extra oysters at the bar, with a non-oyster ticket option available for those who s...
Christmas
The Christmas Gift Lab - Where Science Meets Art
Get creative this Christmas at The Gift Lab! Hosted by two spirited Glasgow women, this hands-on workshop combines science, art and imagination. Make festive bath bombs, reed diffusers, Christmas decorations, cards and try Sharpie tie-dye. Discover fun, screen-free STEM activities for kids while cre...
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Victorian State Ballet - Aladdin
Much loved by children and adults of all ages, Aladdin and his adventures come to life here in a brilliant production, featuring lush costumes, breathtaking music, and captivating choreography. A wonderful story of love, passion, and bold expression, full of fantasy and tragedy. Aladdin is a bold, ...
Comedy
Comedians Against Humanity
A gloriously inappropriate night of uncensored comedy, improvised chaos and terrible decisions.Darwin’s funniest comedians battle it out with outrageous cards, roast each other’s answers and leave the audience to decide the winner. No two games are ever the same and absolutely nothing is taken serio...
Markets
Darwin Christmas Pageant
Get ready to kick off the festive season with joy, music, and dazzling displays at the Darwin Christmas Pageant, proudly sponsored by Northern Territory Government and delivered by City of Darwin! This beloved community event brings together families, friends and visitors for a magical celebration f...
Musical
Harmony & Humour Bar Choir
Get ready to raise the roof with laughter and song at our Humour & Harmony Bar Choir, expertly led by the incomparable Shalom Kaa! Guaranteed to lift your spirits, this unique experience blends humour and harmony for a night of pure joy. Whether you're a seasoned singer or just love to have fu...
Music
Crooner in the Corner
Enjoy live acoustic music at Crooner in the Corner at The Last Supper, featuring local musicians performing original songs, acoustic classics and soulful melodies across a range of genres. Settle in with a drink, soak up the atmosphere and discover the sounds of Darwin’s local music scene. This is a...
Food and Drink
Silent Pages: Read, Write & Create
Escape the noise and enjoy an hour of quiet focus in the company of others. Readers, writers, students, knitters, crocheters, sketchers, and creators of all kinds are welcome to bring a project and settle in for a peaceful, distraction-free evening dedicated to reading, writing, or creating. DATE/T...
Theater
Bell Shakespeare's Macbeth - By William Shakespeare
Shakespeare’s most haunting thriller comes to the stage in a chilling reimagining of Macbeth. Fresh from the battlefield, Scottish general Macbeth and his comrade Banquo encounter three Weird Sisters who deliver a prophecy that will change everything - Macbeth will one day be king. Unable t...
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Million Dollar Fish Season 12
Be part of Million Dollar Fish Season 12 – Australia's Richest Fishing Competition. The hunt is on! This season, one lucky barramundi is carrying an incredible $1 million tag, while 100 more barra worth $10,000 have been activated across Top End fishing regions. The best part is that registratio...
Family Friendly
A Taste of Ireland - The Irish Music & Dance Sensation
Direct from Off-Broadway and London’s West End, the internationally acclaimed A Taste of Ireland Company returns with its flagship production,A Taste of Ireland - The Irish Music & Dance Sensation, touring Australia in 2026. Laugh, cry, and jig into the night with a production that is Celt...
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