Events October 2011

Date: Every Sunday 2011

Venue: Nightcliff

Open from 8am to 2pm every Sunday. With a variety of delicious foods, arts and crafts, massage, tarot, fresh fruit and vegetables, and lots more to choose from, we're sure you'll enjoy a relaxing visit to Nightcliff Markets. There is ample seating and tables, a children's playground and free entertainment every Sunday throughout the year.

Events February 2012

Date: 2-5 February 2012

Venue: BC&C Darwin 5 Cinemas

Screens 9 features and 3 shorts from 7 different countries.

Tickets are on sale now at BC&C Darwin 5 Cinemas, Mitchell Street or online at eventcinemas.com.au

For full program information pick up a program at the box office or visit sff.org.au - Trvelling Film Festival - Darwin.

Date: 5 February 2012

Venue: Deckchair Cinema

Contact Details:

National Trust of the Northern Territory

Free Entry

In 1869 George Goyder surveys Darwin for the S.A. government and begins the establishmnent of the city initially called Palmerston.

A re-enactment to commemorate the arrival of the Surveyor General G.W. Goyder in Darwin on 5th February 1869. See George Goyder and his party come ashore on the tide. Hear the full story of the achievements of the survey party over 8months. Listen as George Goyder explains how surveying was done in 1869.

Refreshments will be available.

When: 4.30pm on the waterside of The Deck Chair Cinema.

Date: 18 February 2012 2011

Venue: Convention Centre

To commemorate the 70th Anniversary of the Bombing of Darwin, the Chief Minister and the Lord Mayor are hosting a black-tie ball at the Darwin Convention Centre on Saturday 18 February 2012.

From 6.30pm, the ball will have a 1940s theme, with live bands and entertainment. Mr. Ray Martin will be MC on the night.

Tickets are $170 per person, $140 for seniors.

 Tables for 10 are available to purchase at $1500.

For more information go to www.cevent..com/d/bcq855/1Q

Date: 19 February 2012

Venue: Cenotaph, Bicentennial Park

The service begins at 11am on the 19th February.

There will be many other events around Darwin for the Anniversary.

Date: 19 February 2012

In the lead up to the anniversary of the Bombing of Darwin, why not discover the fascinating history of the Darwin Waterfront? The Precinct has historical significance as the site of the first bomb to land in Australia during World War II and is home to the World War II Oil Storage Tunnels accessed via Kitchener Drive. Collect your free Heritage and Cultural Trail map to begin your journey of discovery through a rich and varied history of the Darwin Waterfront.

Date: 19 February 2012

Venue: Birch Carroll & Coyle Cinemas, Mitchell Street, Darwin

To Commemorate the 70th Anniversary of the Bombing of Darwin the Deckchair Cinema is hosting 'Frontline Australia 1942' at 3.30pm nad 'The Overlanders' at 5.30pm at the Birch, Carroll and Coyle Cinema in Darwin city.

Adult: $15 - Flexi Pass available for both films.

Events March 2012

Date: 2nd March 2012 2012

Venue: O'Keeffe House

Contact Details:

Enquiries: 0457 424 288 mrsebastianharris@gmail.com or online at www.australianmusiccentre.com.au/artist/harris-sebastian

Join us for a great night out - a Wet Season Piano Concert! Pianist Sebastian Harris with guest Austin Jams Mclennan play music to soothe your stormy soul. The beautiful setting of O'Keeffe House Pavilion is on Riverbank Dve opposite Campbell Terrace, arrive 6:30pm for a 7pm start. Tickets available from Top Saddlery and Bush Boutique from 20th February for $25/15 concession. Visit 38 Katherine Terrace or ph. 8972 3161, or purchase at the door. Bar and refreshments available at the venue. The Soiree Series - Great, New, Local, Music. Only in Katherine!

Date: 10-16 March 2012

Contact Details:

http://www.parksforum.org/cms/pages/Parks-Week.html

Hello Parks Week is an annual celebration of the important role that our parks play in contributing to the social, cultural and environmental health of our communities.  Catch up with friends, old and new – find out what’s going on at your local park this week. From our majestic national parks to our living green city spaces, everyone can explore, take a breath of fresh air and be inspired.

Date: 24 March 2012

Celebrate our thriving multicultural community by joining the picnic atmosphere at the Harmony Day Soiree from 4pm to 8:30pm. Enjoy a range of free activities, great entertainment and food stalls.

Events April 2012

Date: 26th April - 30th October 2012

Venue: Mindil Beach

Mindil Beach Sunset Markets are open from the last Thursday in April until the last Thursday in October.

Thursday Night Markets: 5pm - 10pm

Sunday Night Markets: 4pm - 9pm

Events July 2012

Date: 7 July 2012

Venue: Darwin Turf Club

We recommend patrons revisit the Darwin Turf Club website early in the new year for full information on the 2012 Carlton Mid Darwin Cup Carnival.

Date: 14 July 2012

Venue: Darwin Turf Club

We recommend patrons revisit the Darwin Turf Club website early in the new year for full information on the 2012 Carlton Mid Darwin Cup Carnival

Date: 18 July 2012

We recommend patrons revisit the Darwin Turf Club website early in the new year for full information on the 2012 Carlton Mid Darwin Cup Carnival

Date: 21 July 2012

Venue: SKYCITY Casino

We recommend patrons revisit the Darwin Turf Club website early in the new year for full information on the 2012 Carlton Mid Darwin Cup Carnival

Date: 28 July 2012

Venue: Darwin Turf Club

We recommend patrons revisit the Darwin Turf Club website early in the new year for full information on the 2012 Carlton Mid Darwin Cup Carnival

Events August 2012

Date: 1 August 2012

Venue: Darwin Turf Club

We recommend patrons revisit the Darwin Turf Club website early in the new year for full information on the 2012 Carlton Mid Darwin Cup Carnival

Date: 4 August 2012

Venue: No details yet

We recommend patrons revisit the Darwin Turf Club website early in the new year for full information on the 2012 Carlton Mid Darwin Cup Carnival

Date: 6 August 2012

Venue: Darwin Turf Club

We recommend patrons revisit the Darwin Turf Club website early in the new year for full information on the 2012 Carlton Mid Darwin Cup Carnival

Date: 9 - 26 August 2012

Venue: Varies Venues around Darwin

Locals - make sure you're in Darwin, Interstaters and Overseas friends - book your annual leave now and get yourself here!

We'll have another 18 days and night full of arts and entertainment ready for your consumption.

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