Tourism Industry Events & COVID-19 Live Q&A'S
Here you will find a list of upcoming virtual meetings and live Q&As on matters relating to the impact of COVID-19 on tourism in the Northern Territory.
We know that you as a tourism, retail or hospitality business are suffering from the effects of COVID-19. There are new restrictions and information being released on a regular basis. Businesses are amidst challenging times, pressure and anxiety as they make some big decisions now and into the future.
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Upcoming events
- These events will be held in the Zoom platform (View the How-to Guide)
- New events will be released regularly.
Musical
Forever Farnham
Forever Farnham is a powerful live concert experience celebrating the songs of John Farnham. Led by acclaimed vocalist Mike Vee and his exceptional live band, the show captures the passion, energy and spirit of one of Australia’s most iconic voices. Featuring unforgettable hits including 'Y...
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4HR Grumble Boogie - Darwin Festival
This surreal endurance aerobic dance class is a communal celebration, ritual of release and rite of renewal led by iconic performance critter Betty Grumble and DJ HipHopHoe. After beautiful sharings of 6HR Grumble Boogie in Naarm (RISING), Gadigal (Red Rattler Theatre) and Boorloo (Rechabite) and a ...
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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Adventure Reels Film Tour Darwin
The Adventure Reels Tour is Australia's only homegrown adventure film tour — bringing the planet's most electrifying action sport films to the big screen. Every heart-pounding short film has been carefully selected to keep you locked in from first frame to last, pushing you further, wilder, higher a...
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Alice Cotton, Eleanor Jawurlngali & Hayley Shone | Laundry with Kapok String Quartet
A laid-back evening of reimagined contemporary music. Songwriters Alice Cotton, Eleanor Jawurlngali and Hayley Shone come together with the stunning texture of a contemporary string quartet for an intimate and immersive one-night only performance. Laundry showcases the vocal and lyrical prowess of...
Food and Drink
An Italian Tinned Seafood Long Lunch
Inspired by recent travels through Italy, this four-course lunch showcases premium Italian tinned seafood, regional flavours, and carefully matched beverages. Discover the stories, traditions, and coastal cuisine that make Italian dining so memorable, finishing with a traditional Italian digestivo.L...
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Arco | Adam Kelly and James Berlyn - Darwin Festival
Adam Kelly is, in his own words, an autistic gentleman – and his friend is a fish called Finbar. Adam thinks that asking someone what it feels like to live with autism is pretty much like asking a fish (i.e. Finbar) if it knows it's in water, which is pretty funny if you think about it. ARCO is hi...
Comedy
Are They... You Know?
Darwin Fringe Festival and Top Floor Comedy presents: Are They… You Know?, a Queer comedy showcase hosted by Lauren Deborah, featuring stand-up comedy, drag, improv, dance and interactive fun from various artists in the Darwin scene and Fringe programming'. DATE/TIMESaturday July 18th 9:20PM ...
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Back to Bilo - Darwin Festival
A remarkable true story of resilience, belonging and the power of community. Priya and Nades left war-torn Sri Lanka and found each other in regional Queensland. The Biloela community welcomed them with open arms, until four years later a knock at the door changed everything. In a pre-dawn raid, th...
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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Bell Shakespeare's Macbeth By William Shakespeare
Shakespeare's most haunting thriller follows the story of Macbeth, a Scottish general, famed for his exploits on the battlefield. Following a bloody battle, Macbeth and his comrade Banquo are met by three Weird Sisters who prophesy Macbeth will one day be king. Unable to shake the thought, Macbeth...
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Berry Springs Nature Park Ranger Talk
Be Crocwise - Join the Rangers at Berry Springs to discover how crocodiles are managed in the park and across the Top End. Bring insect repellent, a hat, water and sunscreen. Cover up to protect yourself from the sun. This event is free. Activities may be cancelled at short notice if Rangers are c...
Family Friendly
Big Comedy Doesn't Want You To Know About This Show
Local comedians become self-appointed experts in this hilarious PowerPoint comedy show, presenting bizarre conspiracy theories, cults,paranormal mysteries and questionable "evidence".Packed with chaotic presentations, suspicious graphs and laugh-out-loud absurdity, it's a night ofcomedy that dives h...
Markets
Big Noter - Darwin Festival
Aboriginal icon Briggs returns to the Top End with his latest project, Big Noter. Trading hip-hop beats for guitar riffs, Big Noter taps into Briggs' hard-core, punk and metal roots with a full live band in tow, delivering a raw and uncompromising sound that feels both familiar and fresh. Fierce, l...
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Birmba - Darwin Festival
Step into a lush rainforest in this vibrant, interactive children's theatre experience. Birmba follows three cockatoos – Kukubaka the chatterbox, Junkurrji the strong protector and Junkaji, the wise guide – as they navigate a changing world through connection, courage and care for Country. Grounde...
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Björn Again ABBA Forever Tour
The world's no.1 and the only ABBA-endorsed tribute show are bringing the ABBA Forever Tour to Darwin. It'll be a spectacular night of music, dance, and good times – a Super Trouper tribute to ABBA's timeless legacy that continues to shine across every generation. From your mum's vinyl collection t...
Darwin Events
Board Game Night: Catan, Kingdomino, and Carcassonne
Enjoy a night of modern board games featuring favourites like Catan, Kingdomino, and Carcassonne. Designed for all experience levels, this relaxed social event includes rule explanations, player matching, and plenty of friendly competition.Perfect for board game enthusiasts and curious beginners ali...
Food and Drink
Bottomless High Tea - Bubbles and Bites
Join Together and Co for an afternoon of pure indulgence at their Bottomless High Tea on the weekends. Enjoy a weekend celebration filled with delicious bites for the whole family. Experience a delightful selection of delectable treats paired with unlimited sparkling wine or soft drinks. Whether...
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Briefs - The Works - Darwin Festival
Briefs Factory bring their unmistakable blend of subversive sparkle and sass in a best of extravaganza. From underground clubs to the world's biggest festivals, Briefs Factory have redefined cabaret, rewriting the rules of variety with a unique blend of spectacle and subversion. With The Works they...
Family Friendly
Bugtopia - New Exhibit at Territory Wildlife Park
Bugtopia - stage one of our exciting new exhibit opens on 24 June, just in time for the school holidays.Step into the fascinating world of the Top End’s weird and wonderful insects and learn, explore, and get up close with some of nature’s tiniest (and coolest) creatures.To celebrate, we’re launchin...
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Caitlin Harnett & the Pony Boys | Supported by David Garnham & The Reasons to Live
Alt-country darlings Caitlin Harnett & The Pony Boys are bringing their soulful, heart-wrenching ballads and electrifying live show to Darwin for the first time. With Caitlin's powerhouse vocals at the helm, the band has built a reputation as one of Australia's most captivating acts, blending timel...
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Cassie Workman | Aberdeen - Darwin Festival
Traverse space and time, in a race to save an icon from himself. The critically acclaimed epic performance poem, Aberdeen, is an ode to Kurt Cobain, punk rock, rebellion and salvation. Part eulogy, part fantasy, part biography, Aberdeen is a surreal conversation between multi-award-winning writer ...
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Chariots of Thunder Sprintcar Series
Chariots of Thunder is the Northern Territory's premier sprintcar racing event, delivering raw speed, elite drivers and high-octane entertainment under Darwin's tropical night sky. Held at Northline Speedway, the event brings together Australia's best sprintcar competitors for a weekend of flat-out...
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Charles Darwin National Park Guided Walk
Discover Charles Darwin - Take a guided walk with a Ranger to discuss the fascinating history of Charles Darwin National Park. Bring insect repellent, a hat, water and sunscreen. Cover up to protect yourself from the sun.
Music
Cheeky Docs - Open Hearts - 16pce Big Band
Cheeky Docs are a band of general practitioners who have all worked or are working in the NT. They have been playing together for over 20 years, mostly in Darwin. They play soft and they play loud, folky through to rock and roll. Well known songs of interest with a big sound, 5 voices, 12 musicians ...
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Cheer | Circus Trick Tease - Darwin Festival
Circus? Comedy? Pom-poms? Bring it on! Explosive acrobatics, laugh-out-loud comedy and incredible circus collide in a high-energy spectacle packed with dazzling stunts, a killer soundtrack and more enthusiasm than a cat with a laser pointer. From the award-winning team at Circus Trick Tease (creat...
Food and Drink
Chip & Sip: A French Crisp & Wine Voyage
Discover the surprising world of French gourmet crisps at this unique wine tasting.Enjoy three regional chip and wine pairings, sample additional French flavours, and vote for a favourite.Learn why classic French flavour combinations work so well in a relaxed tasting experience, limited to just 23 g...
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City of Darwin - Teddy Bears' Picnic - Darwin Festival
City of Darwin Teddy Bears' Picnic is the loudest fun for the youngest audiences. Round up your family and your favourite teddy for one of Darwin Festival's most beloved events. This year, City of Darwin Teddy Bears' Picnic is turning up the volume and inviting little festival goers to raise their ...
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Closing Weekend at The Ski Club: Promises and Wild Beasts Mama Kin Spender - Darwin Festival
Promises & Wild Beasts is a map of buried feelings, untended fires and an aching quest for redemption. Mama Kin Spender lead you through a story of transformation, traced through a cycle of songs drawn from their recent ARIA-nominated concept album Promises. Backed by a vocal section, live sound de...
Food and Drink
Corzetti + Lunch Class
Learn the traditional art of making Corzetti, Liguria’s beautifully stamped pasta, in this hands-on class. Choose between a ticket that includes a Corzetti cutter to take home or the class only, and discover the history and techniques behind this unique Italian pasta. DATE/TIMESunday 23 August 12.3...
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Country to Couture
One of the highlights of the Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair each year is Country to Couture – where First Nations textiles, fashion and art collide to create a colourful showcase of collections from across Australia. A celebration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander textiles and fashion design, C...
Markets
Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair
Experience the rich diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art, design and culture at the 20th Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair! Returning to the Darwin Convention Centre on Larrakia Country, and online, join the momentous 20 years of DAAF, where First Nations arts and cultures are strong and...
Festivals
Darwin Cocktail Festival
After a year off, the Top End’s cocktail celebration returns with a fresh new look and a brand-new home at the picturesque Mindil Beach Casino Resort Lawns on Saturday 25th July. DATE/TIMESaturday 25th July 12:00pm – 11:00pm VENUEMindil Beach Casino Resort MORE INFO
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Darwin Cocktail Festival
Darwin Cocktail Festival is officially back. After a year off, the Top End's favourite cocktail celebration returns with a fresh new look and a brand-new home at the picturesque Mindil Beach Casino Resort Lawns. Expect a huge day out filled with cocktail bars, live entertainment, delicious food, a...
Comedy
Darwin Comedy Cup
The Darwin Comedy Cup is Darwin's longest-running local stand-up comedy competition, showcasing the Top End's funniest talent since 2007. Hosted byScott McGowan, the self-proclaimed King of Palmerston, this much-loved eventsees comedians battle it out for glory, bragging rights and the coveted Come...
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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 ...
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Darwin Festival in Palmerston: Family Fiesta
Palmerston – they're back! And they're bringing a huge Friday night of Festival fun for the whole family. Snap up a bargain at the market stalls, get your fill of some delicious food and discover free entertainment at every turn. There is so much to enjoy – and get involved in. Circus, musical mom...
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Darwin Festival in Palmerston: Global Rhythms
A world-class multicultural music showcase to have you up and dancing under the Palmerston stars. Starring The Kandola Allstars, Gaba Gaba Bayan, Larry Gurruwiwi & Malawurr. The Kandola Allstars are a group of virtuosic, eclectic musicians who represent some of the finest talent Australia has to of...
Darwin Festival
DARWIN FESTIVAL | Sydney Dance Company - Engine
Presented by AANT Centre and Sydney Dance Company in association with Darwin FestivalPresented as part of Darwin Festival 2026 Engineunites three extraordinary choreographers - Rafael Bonachela, Fran Diaz and Melanie Lane - for an exhilarating performance that promises bold, fearless ...
Theater
DARWIN FESTIVAL | The Great First Nations Songbook
Presented by AANT Centrein association with Darwin FestivalPresented as part of Darwin Festival 2026 Join celebrated ‘Quandamooka Crooner’ Adam James and his band The Dreamtime Swing as they take you on musical journey of swing and soul. This concert-length performance features the beloved h...
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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...
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Darwin International Film Festival (DIFF)
Darwin's unique outdoor screen culture comes to life with the Darwin International Film Festival, which will be held from 10 - 20 September 2026. Featuring visiting filmmakers, Premiere gala events, film industry initiatives and live entertainment, DIFF is not to be missed! Showcasing films from ar...
Sporting
Day 5 - TAB Metric Mile Day
Day 5 of the Great Northern Darwin Cup Carnival is the TAB Metric Mile Day.The $50,000 TAB Metric Mile provides the last opportunity for Cup hopefuls to make the field for the big one on the final day of the Carnival.The 1600m event is one of seven top-quality races on the day, with the $32,000 Flyi...
Sporting
Day 6 - Dabble Corporate Race Day
Be trackside for Day 6 of the Great Northern Darwin Cup Carnival – Dabble Corporate Race Day.Off the Track, it's the time to impress! The leading figures of the Northern Territory business community can all be found trackside on Dabble Corporate Race Day, hosting corporate events or indulging in a r...
Sporting
Day 7 - bet365 Palmerston Sprint Day
Be trackside for bet365 Palmerston Sprint race day – Day 7 of the Great Northern Darwin Cup Carnival, kicking off the biggest long weekend in the Top End!The $135,000 bet365 Palmerston Sprint is the Territory's premier sprint race and never fails to excite, with the Territory's fastest horses lookin...
Sporting
Day 8 - Great Northern Darwin Cup Day
The Great Northern Darwin Cup Carnival concludes with the running of the Great Northern Darwin Cup. Soak up the festive atmosphere with easy access to bars, food trucks and live entertainment.See all the glamour and elegance of the Fashions on the Field, showcasing some of the Territory's best fashi...
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deLightfully Scarlet: A Vintage Affair - Darwin Fringe Festival
Scarlet Tinkabelle and Sophie deLightful are best friends who share stages, dreams and lots of good times. So it is with great excitement that they debut their brand new duo show at Darwin Fringe "deLightfully Scarlet: A Vintage Affair." Tipping their sparkly hats to the fun and frivolous speakeasy...
Darwin Events
Dip & Sip: A French Apéro Experience
Experience the relaxed elegance of a French apéritif with Dip & Sip.Enjoy five artisan French truffle dips paired with three premium wine tastings, served alongside fresh bread and accompaniments. Discover delicious flavour combinations in an intimate tasting experience, limited to just 10 gues...
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Dry Season Drift - Darwin Festival
Close out your Festival with a curated journey through flavour, creativity and distinctly Darwin places – with a few delightful unknowns along the way. Part food experience, part cultural wander, part city adventure – Dry Season Drift celebrates the spaces, people and creativity that give Darwin it...
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