Discover the Vibrant Events Calendar of the Northern Territory.
The Northern Territory is a land of diverse cultures, stunning landscapes, and vibrant communities. Whether you’re in Darwin, the heart of the Top End, or exploring the remote beauty of the Red Centre, there’s always something happening. From world-class festivals to local community events, the Northern Territory’s events calendar is packed with unique experiences.
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Upcoming Events in Darwin and the Northern Territory
Chris Callaghan is a singer, songwriter and entertainer, with an extensive and successful history in the Australian music scene. He has a large catalo ... Read More
Malak Community Markets is a vibrant weekly market held at Chambers Crescent Car Park, Malak, Northern Territory. It takes place every Saturday from J ... Read More
The Adelaide River Market showcases local handmade craft. Items on sale include knitted chooks, caravan napkin holders, preserves (Rosella Jam, Chutne ... Read More
Our free live music events return to Palmerston this dry season. The sessions feature a stellar line-up of local acts performing as the sun sets over ... Read More
The Royal Darwin Show is at heart an agricultural show offering a unique showcase of the best of the Territory, including competition, education and e ... Read More
Day 5 of the Great Northern Darwin Cup Carnival is the TAB Metric Mile Day on Saturday, 26 July 2025. The $50,000 TAB Metric Mile provides the last o ... Read More
Sip outside the box with five weird and wonderful wines from the bold minds at Alpha Box & Dice. From zesty whites to skin - contact chaos, expect ... Read More
A spirited tribute to Robert Burns—off-calendar but full of heart. Enjoy a whisky on arrival, a splash of tartan, and a few cheeky toasts to the Bar ... Read More
Be trackside on Wednesday 30 July 2025 for Day 6 of the Great Northern Darwin Cup Carnival – Dabble Corporate Race Day. Off the Track, it’s the t ... Read More
WE’RE ALL IN for the yarns, laughs, insights and hospitality at the premier racing luncheon of the year – the 2025 Ladbrokes Let’s Talk Racing L ... Read More
Sunset Series presents the talented Emmy Ryan Let the sunset series be your live music fix in Katherine. Think chilled, acoustic music, picnic b ... Read More
Open mic comedy is unpolished and edgy. From new comedians doing their first set, older comedians trying new jokes and visiting stars just dropping in ... Read More
Tired of the city parking hassle? Skip the stress and head to Dom's for a drink and a fun night of trivia, and test your skills Every Thursday!!! DAT ... Read More
Now in its 13th year, this standout event is returning to the Darwin Waterfront to celebrate the talent of First Nations artists from across the count ... Read More
“Arrarntenh. That old man’s painting it. It’s the same like arnwekety but it’s the first one. Growing like a strong tree. That tree made all t ... Read More
Muuki Taylor was born c.1945 at Wayinkurangu, a waterhole in the Percival Lakes region in remote Western Australia. He is a Martu Pujiman (born in the ... Read More
A Solo Art Exhibition by Conrad Tipungwuti Kamilowra in association with Jilamara Arts. Conrad brings his gestural jilamara (ochre designs) to both l ... Read More
The theme of this exhibition is an ancient songline which celebrates the constellation of Djulpan (Orion, Big Dipper) in its Australian manifestation. ... Read More
The Top End Folk Club is thrilled to present the 53rd Top Half Folk Festival, held for the very first time on Warrai Country at Mt Bundy Station. Loca ... Read More
Be trackside this Saturday 2 August for bet365 Palmerston Sprint race day – Day 7 of the Great Northern Darwin Cup Carnival, kicking off the biggest ... Read More
Join a fun and hands-on fettuccine-making experience. Enjoy welcome drinks, nibbles, and a delicious pasta meal made by you. Perfect for food lovers ... Read More
Learn to make focaccia dough and creamy labne in this hands-on class. Discover the step-by-step process, bake and taste fresh focaccia with labne and ... Read More
Mark your calendars for August 2nd, as we kick off the Northern Buckle series at Robbie Robinson Reserve with a bang! Keep an eye on our website and s ... Read More
Dress Sharp, Dance Late - That's the brief for the 2025 Sportsbet Darwin Turf Club Gala Ball! Enjoy the dry season at its finest, with a delicious fo ... Read More
After pitching his Christmas album to Diddy in L.A.,Scott McGowan got more than expected—an invite to a real Freak-Off. Experience the chaos firstha ... Read More
Is there a better way to back a horse in a race than in a Calcutta? Join Ladbrokes and the Darwin Turf Club for the 2025 Great Northern Darwin Cup Ca ... Read More
The Great Northern Darwin Cup Carnival concludes with the running of the Great Northern Darwin Cup on Monday, 4 August 2025. There’s a reason the D ... Read More
Get ready to celebrate at Darwin Festival, 7–24 August 2025! Darwin Festival is Australia’s hottest winter arts festival, set in the heart of t ... Read More
Experience the rich diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art, design and culture at the 19th Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair (DAAF). Austral ... Read More
The Rictors is an exhibition celebrating the extraordinary art and story of Mick, Ian, and Noli Rictor—three brothers who belonged to the last uncon ... Read More
Collage Club is a monthly art class for adults at The Last Supper, perfect for unwinding and getting creative. Each session includes a short presentat ... Read More
What to Expect on the Night Indulge in a 3-course gourmet meal paired with a 4-hour premium drinks package. Be entertained by our incredible MC, loc ... Read More
This exhibition showcases nine male artists and carvers currently working at Ngaruwanajirri, representing their unique approaches to jilamara (Tiwi de ... Read More
Step into the unexpected at Unlikely Matches, an afternoon exploring three surprising food and drink pairings that simply work. Enjoy a fun, flavour-f ... Read More
Evening Highlights: Immerse yourself in a night of glamour and entertainment as local and international designers showcase their stunning collections ... Read More
CLOSING COCKTAIL PARTY – LET’S GO OUT WITH A BANG! After slaying the runway, it’s time to hit the dance floor! Join us from 630PM–1130PM ... Read More
The Questacon Science Circus is rolling into Darwin during National Science Week to showcase a selection of their favourite exhibits and live science ... Read More
Chris Callaghan is a singer, songwriter and entertainer, with an extensive and successful history in the Australian music scene. He has a large catalo ... Read More
Presented by Darwin Entertainment Centre and Bangarra Dance Theatre in association with Darwin Festival Part of the 2025 Darwin Festival Step out of ... Read More
The Variety Bash is Australia's longest running and most iconic charity motoring event. Known for it's flare and fanfare, it's always a sight to behol ... Read More
Explore the bold flavour of black garlic in this hands - on pasta class. Learn how to create rich, layered dishes using premium black garlic from Gar ... Read More
Settle in for a cozy screening of Julie & Julia alongside fellow crafters and movie lovers. Bring a lap-friendly project—knitting, crochet, embr ... Read More
The biggest native plant sale and gardening event of the year!! 2000 free native plants and over 1500 for sale across 150+ species. ... Read More
Presented by Darwin Symphony Orchestra in association with Darwin Festival A musical journey through beautiful visions and earthly spirits. Witness ... Read More
The Australian Veteran Golfers Union National Championship has run annually since 1990 and has become a highlight of the year for many senior golfers. ... Read More
Vietnamese Lantern Festival 2025 - A Celebration of Northern Vietnam's Charm Proudly organized by the Australian Vietnamese Family Association ... Read More
Mark your calendar for Saturday, September 6th, for the exciting rodeo at the Katherine Showgrounds! Stay tuned to our website and social media channe ... Read More
Kakadu Dird (Moon) Feast - Six Seasons of Kakadu Completely immerse yourself in the world’s oldest living Indigenous culture with the local family o ... Read More
Token Events present Tommy has had many successful moments in his life, but don’t worry this show is about none of those. Strap yourself in for an ... Read More
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