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Darwin to Melbourne Thank You Camel Expedition 2008-2009 (Community)
Parliament House, Darwin CBD (Darwin, Northern Territory 8000 - Australia)

The Darwin to Melbourne "Thank-you" Camel Expedition will leave on Easter Sunday 2008 from Darwin City and travel through the Western Australian, Northern Territory and South Australian Deserts, Country Victoria and Melbourne City from Government House to the Royal Children's Hospital as a show of "thank you" to Moira Kelly and the Children First Foundation, its associated bodies and volunteers. ...

SPECIAL . . . Departs Sunday 23rd March 2008 at 9:30am

Nightcliff Markets (Event)
Progress Drive, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0810, Australia

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 fruit salad. A casual wander around Nightcliff Markets will likely unearth an unusual bargain or a unique gift for a friend. Stalls display a wide variety of original crafts such as copper sculptures ...

DATE / TIME: 01 April 2008 - 31 December 2010 (TBA)

Parap Markets (Event)
Parap Place, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0804, Australia

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 markets, winding through stalls of local produce, local arts and crafts, entertainment and delicious cuisine from around the world. This Saturday morning market has become an institution and ritual amon ...

DATE / TIME: 01 April 2008 - 31 December 2010 (TBA)

Timor-Leste Ami Nian Kultura - from the hands of our ancestors. The Traditional and Contemporary Art and Crafts of Timor-Leste (Event)
19 Conacher Street, Bullock Point, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0800, Australia

A chance to view Timor-Leste art and craft. An international exhibition presenting traditional and contemporary art and crafts from Timor-Leste. This comprehensive, collaborative exhibition of textiles, ceramics, wooden carvings and body adornment of Timor-Leste will give insight into the distinctive living cultures of this young country. The national collection of Timor-Leste will be complemen ...

PREVIOUSLY HELD: 22 November 2008 - 12 July 2009 (TBA)

Supercrocodilians - Darwin's ultimate survival story (Event)
19 Conacher Street, Bullock Point, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0800, Australia

Charles Darwin, one of the world's greatest scientists, was born two hundred years ago. Famous for his theory of evolution, Charles Darwin reshaped the world's perception on the origin of living organisms and 2009 marks a significant moment in the history of natural science. Suppercrocodilians - Darwin's ultimate survival story is an exhibition demonstrating Charles Darwin's theory of evolution ...

DATE / TIME: 12 February 2009 - 29 November 2009 (TBA)

Mindil Beach Sunset Markets (Event)
Maria Liveris Drive, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0800, Australia

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. The markets have a multitude of stalls offering international cuisine, arts, crafts and entertainment. Their unique combination of great food and an electric atmosphere make a visit a must do. The ...

PREVIOUSLY HELD: 30 April 2009 - 29 October 2009 (TBA)

National Trust Walks (Event)
various locations around Darwin, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0800, Australia

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 and historical landmarks. On Parks Plaques and Past Times, you'll discover Darwin's colourful past as you view unusual architecture and notable monuments. Take the Wild Side Walk, where you'll hear w ...

PREVIOUSLY HELD: 01 May 2009 - 30 August 2009 (TBA)

Garden Party (Event)
behind the Darwin City Council Offices,, Harry Chan Aveue, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0800, Australia

Southern Cross Television and Enjoy present Garden Party, an outdoor dance music festival set in the shady surrounds of Civic Park. With a huge range of sounds spread across two stages, there will be something to please absolutely everyone. From international chart topper Alan Thompson, to the rising star of the electro scene Harris Robotis and the 2006/07/09 Australian DMC Champion DJ Perplex. ...

PREVIOUSLY HELD: 04 July 2009 - 04 July 2009 (TBA)

Darwin City Muster (Event)
George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens, Gardens Road, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0800, Australia

Welcome to the Darwin City Muster, where a variety of music talent comes together to entertain you for the night. Charlie King is your Master of Ceremonies for the night and will have you kicking back and relaxing as he introduces John Williamson, Lee Kernaghan, Sara Storer and Harmony James, your entertainers for the evening. With more that 60 Golden Guitars between them, get set for bush b ...

PREVIOUSLY HELD: 11 July 2009 - 11 July 2009 (TBA)

La Traviata Sunset Opera (Event)
Concert lawns, Gilruth Avenue, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0820, Australia

Verdi's La Traviata is a timeless story of a father who disapproves of his son Alfredo choice of lover, Violetta, who are living together in a liaison in a peaceful country house outside Paris. After Violetta receives an invitation to a party in Paris, Alfredo's father Germont, is announced. Germont puts Violetta under pressure to break up her relationship with Alfredo, for the sake of his family, ...

PREVIOUSLY HELD: 12 July 2009 - 12 July 2009 (TBA)

Darwin to Ambon Yacht Race (Event)
68 Frances Bay Drive, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0800, Australia

Watch a colourful fleet of yachts start their sailing adventure to Ambon, from Darwin's foreshore. The tension builds during the months leading up to this anticipated event on Darwin's sailing calendar, with an almost festival atmosphere. When the day finally arrives, large crowds gather on Darwin's foreshore in the brilliant dry season sunshine, and jostle for vantage points to see a colourful ...

PREVIOUSLY HELD: 18 July 2009 - 18 July 2009 (TBA)

Dragonfly Craft Fair (Event)
19 Conacher Street, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0820, Australia

Discover unique hand-made items while enjoying the views of Darwin's harbour. Territory Craft, located in the museum grounds, is the venue for the annual Dragonfly Craft Fair. Share stories and experiences, and talk to the people who made the unique items. Capture your creativity by enrolling in a workshop that Territory Craft organises. Enjoy a great day out watching demonstrations and purc ...

PREVIOUSLY HELD: 19 July 2009 - 19 July 2009 (TBA)

Darwin Beer Can Regatta (Event)
Gilruth Avenue, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0820, Australia

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 boats of cans and cartons, as they flounder and sink in the shallows. The Darwin Beer Can Regatta started as an unusual by-product of the devastation caused to Darwin by Cyclone Tracy in 1974. ...

PREVIOUSLY HELD: 19 July 2009 - 19 July 2009 (TBA)

Cycle Across Oz (Event)
Main highways and roads across Australia, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0800, Australia

Take part in this cycling adventure that will take your from Rockhampton in Queensland to the tropical city of Darwin in the Northern Territory. After crossing the border into the Northern Territory, you'll cycle through the Barkly Tablelands, a true outback destination, camp under brilliant starry skys, view unique flora and fauna of Australia and scenery that will take your breath away. Some ...

PREVIOUSLY HELD: 28 July 2009 - 24 August 2009 (TBA)

Softball NT - NT Championships (Event)
28 Tambling Terrace, Lyons, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0810, Australia

Softball NT is delighted to announce their 2009 NT Championships to be held at the Tracy Village Sporting Complex. Teams from across the Territory will ensure Softball NT showcase the finest softball talent in the Territory. Come down and cheer on your local players. ...

PREVIOUSLY HELD: 31 July 2009 - 02 August 2009 (TBA)

Qantas Darwin Turf Club Gala Ball (Event)
SKYCITY Darwin, Gilruth Avenue, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0800, Australia

Darwin's social event of the dry - entertainment, fabulous food and atmosphere. If you are yet to attend the Qantas Darwin Turf Club Gala Ball don't hesitate any longer. Words, friends or photographs can not describe the experience of attending one of Australia's largest outdoor seated dinner events, beside the ocean, amidst tropical gardens and under the stars. The celebration is the perfect t ...

PREVIOUSLY HELD: 01 August 2009 - 01 August 2009 (TBA)

Sunset Jazz - James Morrison Quintet (Event)
Concert lawns, Gilruth Avenue, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0820, Australia

When the sun goes down, the jazz players come out to play. You'll be spellbound by one of Australia's most revered musicians on the lawns of SKYCITY Darwin. Under a tropical night sky, you'll hear the mesmerizing and vibrant sounds of jazz from the James Morrison Quintet. Besides the trumpet, this multi-talented musician also plays the trombone, flugel horn, tuba, saxophone and the piano â' ...

PREVIOUSLY HELD: 02 August 2009 - 02 August 2009 (TBA)

Tea and Symphony Series (Event)
Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory, 19 Conacher Street, Bullocky Point, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0820, Australia

The Darwin Symphony Orchestra and other Darwin musicians will come together to perform in small ensembles, and you'll be so close that you will be able to hear them breathing as they play. Grab the whole family, pack a blanket and picnic, and enjoy a free morning of music in the grounds of the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory. Performance One â' 3 May 2009 is the Beautiful ...

PREVIOUSLY HELD: 02 August 2009 - 02 August 2009 (TBA)

Darwin Festival (Event)
56 McMinn Street, Frogshollow Centre for the Arts, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0800, Australia

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 that Darwin has and this is what makes it a perfect festival town. Held in August, the festival includes everything from free outdoor events to theatre, dance, music, cabaret, films, workshops and com ...

PREVIOUSLY HELD: 13 August 2009 - 30 August 2009 (TBA)

Santos Opening Concert (Event)
George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens, Gardens Road, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0820, Australia

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 events of the festival. This is a huge night of music, featuring some of the Territory's best talent, and some of Australia's finest indigenous musicians. Guest artists this year are Troy Cassar-Daley, ...

PREVIOUSLY HELD: 13 August 2009 - 13 August 2009 (TBA)

Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair (Event)
State Square, Bennett Street, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0800, Australia

Spiritually moving, vibrant colours, timeless â' an awe-inspiring experience for all art lovers. The Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair will provide a unique artistic experience for all lovers of indigenous art and culture. Representing over 30 community arts centres from across Australia, including Arnhem Land, the Kimberley Region, Central Australia, the Torres Strait Islands and Victoria. The div ...

PREVIOUSLY HELD: 13 August 2009 - 15 August 2009 (TBA)

26th Telstra National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art Award 2009 (Event)
19 Conacher Street, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0820, Australia

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 arts calendar. Initiated by the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory in 1984, today the Award offers AUD56,000.00 worth of prize money; one of the highest for any art award in Australia. ...

PREVIOUSLY HELD: 14 August 2009 - 25 October 2009 (TBA)

Chariots of Thunder Sprintcar Series (Event)
Hidden Valley Motorsports Complex, Hidden Valley Road, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0800, Australia

'Chariots of Thunder' is the Northern Territory's premier motor racing event for speedway fans, as local and interstate competitors put the pedal to the metal. There are six nights of fast, furious and action packed entertainment, as the drivers push their skills and machines to the limit, in an all out challenge to the win this prestigious event. The program for the evenings also includes AMCA ...

PREVIOUSLY HELD: 14 August 2009 - 14 August 2009 (TBA)

NT Indigenous Music Awards (Event)
George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens, Gardens Road, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0820, Australia

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 contemporary and traditional genres. Now in its sixth year, the annual ceremony and concert is itself a prestigious showcase of local talent attracting an increasing number of key national industry profession ...

PREVIOUSLY HELD: 21 August 2009 - 21 August 2009 (TBA)

Viennese Masquerade Ball (Event)
SKYCITY Darwin, Gilruth Avenue, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0820, Australia

You'll be treated to a night of dancing and dining like no other. Never before has a masked ball of such grandeur been hosted in the city of Darwin. As you enter the lavishly decorated SKYCITY lawns, you'll be greeted by the heavenly sounds of a harp, to a truly authentic Viennese orchestra. This will be no ordinary event, as the lawns will be transformed into an outdoor ballroom. Polkas and ...

PREVIOUSLY HELD: 22 August 2009 - 22 August 2009 (TBA)

Green Room on Myilly (Event)
2 Kahlin Avenue, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0800, Australia

Come and wind down after a long week and enjoy a sundowner with good friends and relax in the Territory style. The 'Green Room on Myilly' is held on the last Friday of the month for June, July, August and September from 5pm to 8pm. There is a licensed bar and live entertainment on the lawns of Magistrates House and seating is available, or if you prefer, bring your own camp chairs or rug. ...

PREVIOUSLY HELD: 28 August 2009 - 28 August 2009 (TBA)

Winemaker's Dinners (Event)
Gilruth Avenue, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0820, Australia

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 have your tastebuds tantalised by a myriad of culinary delights exquisitely prepared by some of the Northern Territory's leading chefs. Some of Australia's foremost winemakers will also be presentin ...

PREVIOUSLY HELD: 29 August 2009 - 29 August 2009 (TBA)

Sunset Jazz - Katie Noonan (Event)
Concert lawns, Gilruth Avenue, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0820, Australia

Join Katie Noon under a starry night sky. Katie is an Australian singer/songwriter and has a successful solo career encompassing opera, jazz, pop, rock as well as successes in duets and bands. Pack a picnic (beverages not permitted) and relax on the lush lawns for a great night out for all the family. ...

PREVIOUSLY HELD: 30 August 2009 - 30 August 2009 (TBA)

Acrobatic Troupe of Imperial China (Event)
Concert lawns, Gilruth Avenue, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0820, Australia

A display of incredible strength, flexibility, courage and showmanship. With breathtaking routines steeped in more than 2,500 years of tradition and polished to brilliant perfection, the Acrobatic Troupe of Imperial China is an international award winning spectacular featuring some of the most difficult and visually exciting feats you will see. Performances will be held on Friday 11 Septemb ...

PREVIOUSLY HELD: 11 September 2009 - 11 September 2009 (TBA)

Australian Indoor Beach Volleyball Titles (Event)
29 Benison Road, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0820, Australia

The Australian Indoor Beach Volleyball Titles hits Darwin from the 11 to 13 September 2009, with local representative teams going head-to-head against some of the nation's best players. With more than 350 players expected to compete, including about 100 Territorians, spectators will be in for a treat as players put their body and soul on the line. The talent level of the players is amazing, you ...

PREVIOUSLY HELD: 11 September 2009 - 13 September 2009 (TBA)

Big Band Gala (Event)
Concert lawns, Gilruth Avenue, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0820, Australia

On this evening you'll be taken back to the golden era where the Kings of Swing lived by the rule 'it don't mean a thing, if it ain't got that swing'. The Darwin Symphony Orchestra, the Australian Army Band Darwin and Darwin's own Andrews Sisters' Tribute, under the direction of ex Melbourne based jazz musician Martin Corcoran, are joining forces to present an evening of music that will make yo ...

PREVIOUSLY HELD: 19 September 2009 - 19 September 2009 (TBA)

Saltwater Fly Fishing Challenge (Event)
Crab Claw Island Fisherman's Village, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0800, Australia

Your challenge â' 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 a measure-and-release competition where the angler's aim is to catch each of the seven target species of fish - the queen fish, trevally, mackerel, barramundi, tarpon, snapper and salmon, all o ...

PREVIOUSLY HELD: 02 October 2009 - 04 October 2009 (TBA)

Wine Selectors - Darwin Tasting (Event)
32 Mitchell Street, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0800, Australia

This is your chance to taste a selection of quality Australian wines. Wine Selectors invites you and your friends to attend a special Darwin wine tasting. Your Wine Educator host for the night and will guide your through the evening. Tastings will be from the Wine Selectors 2009 Calendar Collection, from areas such as the Barossa Valley, Limestone Coast and the Yarra Valley. This evening wil ...

PREVIOUSLY HELD: 09 October 2009 - 09 October 2009 (TBA)

Darwin Boat and Leisure Show (Event)
Stokes Hill Road, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0800, Australia

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, water-sports, fishing gear, racy jet skis, three to eight wheeler ATV's and camper-trailers on display, there's something for everyone. There are even spas on display, a perfect place to relax afte ...

PREVIOUSLY HELD: 17 October 2009 - 18 October 2009 (TBA)

Top End Mud Racing (Event)
Hidden Valley Road,, Hidden Valley, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0800, Australia

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 family. Watch as VW Beetles to purpose built high powered Top Gun vehicles complete against each other, and the clock, through a 700 metre course. There's plenty of room to spread out and watch ...

PREVIOUSLY HELD: 17 October 2009 - 17 October 2009 (TBA)

World Solar Challenge - Darwin to Adelaide (Event)
via the Stuart Highway, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0800, Australia

A road race like no other â' with cars totally reliant on the sun. Known as the 'brain sport' of our time, the World Solar Challenge participants will traverse more than 3,000 kilometres of the Australian continent from tropical Darwin to Adelaide, in cars powered by nothing more than the sun. The 'Challenge', to design and build a car capable of crossing Australia on the power of daylight, ...

PREVIOUSLY HELD: 18 October 2009 - 25 October 2009 (TBA)

XXXX Gold Billfish Classic (Event)
Open waters of Darwin, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0800, Australia

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 competition, open to all anglers, with teams consisting of two, three or four anglers. An additional skipper is permitted but cannot aid in the capture or tagging of any fish. The tournament has a 'back ...

PREVIOUSLY HELD: 29 October 2009 - 31 October 2009 (TBA)

Australian Defence Force WNBL Championship Round 6 - Perth Lynx vs Logan Thunder (Event)
Abala Road, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0812, Australia

Your chance to watch Darwin's only WNBL game. The Top End is set for the return of WNBL action when it comes to Darwin. Women's National Basketball League teams the Perth Lynx will clash against last Logan Thunder at the Marrara Indoor Stadium, Darwin. Come along and cheer for your team, in the only official round of a WNBL game in Darwin this year. ...

PREVIOUSLY HELD: 07 November 2009 - 07 November 2009 (TBA)

Christmas Gift Fair (Event)
Darwin Show Ground, Tate Place, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0820, Australia

Beat the mad Christmas rush. Held over two days, the Christmas Gift Fair is a one stop shop for your Christmas gift shopping. With a wide variety of unique hand-made and unusual gift items to choose from, there's something to suit everyone's budget. Why not bring the family and enjoy shopping in airconditioned comfort. Food and drinks stalls will be available, fun rides to entertain the kids an ...

PREVIOUSLY HELD: 14 November 2009 - 15 November 2009 (TBA)

Darwin Symphony Orchestra - Carmina Burana (Event)
Darwin Entertainment Centre, 93 Mitchell Street, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0800, Australia

What better way to celebrate the end of the Darwin Symphony Orchestra's 20th year than to indulge in the age old themes that are presented in Carl Orff's musical and choral composition Carmina Burana. Guest conductor Nicholas Routley will be joined by Counter Tenor and Baritone Hartley Newnham and Soprano Lorina Gore, under the bright lights, for this rich vocal and orchestral feast. Keep an ey ...

PREVIOUSLY HELD: 14 November 2009 - 14 November 2009 (TBA)

Darwin Christmas Tree Lighting (Event)
Darwin City Mall, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0800, Australia

Join in the countdown to the lighting of Darwin's giant eight metre Christmas tree. Santa will visit on the night, which will celebrated with Christmas carols and songs. ...

DATE / TIME: 27 November 2009 - 27 November 2009 (TBA)

Carols By Candlelight (Event)
George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens, Gardens Road, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0820, Australia

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. Performing on the night will be the Darwin City Brass Band and many well-known carol celebrities including the Darwin Youth Choir, the Kormilda College Choir and many more. The carols star ...

DATE / TIME: 06 December 2009 - 06 December 2009 (TBA)

New Year's Eve on the Wharf (Event)
off McMinn Street, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0800, Australia

Join in fun and welcome in the New Year at Darwin's Wharf Precinct. Bring the whole family along and enjoy New Year's Eve on the Wharf. There will be live entertainment, a fireworks show spectacular and al fresco dining under the stars. Come down early and toast the setting of the last sunset for 2009 as it slowly sets over the escarpment. ...

DATE / TIME: 31 December 2009 - 31 December 2009 (TBA)

Heineken Hottest 7's in the World (Event)
Abala Road, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0812, Australia

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 of teams from overseas, interstate, intrastate and from Darwin. With prize money of AUD60,000.00, it ranks as the leading prize money 7's event in Australia. Teams that have participated in the past ...

DATE / TIME: 23 January 2010 - 24 January 2010 (TBA)

East Point Military Museum Open Day (Event)
Alec Fong Lim Drive, East Point, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0800, Australia

An Open Day for all the family to enjoy. To commemorate the Bombing Of Darwin, the East Point Military Museum Open Day will start the day at 6.30am with bacon, eggs and a coffee breakfast. Join in and listen to historian speeches and dignitaries, as well as a welcome speech from the Larrakia people. The Army and Navy cadets will be performing throughout the day, as well as Indigenous dancers, G ...

DATE / TIME: 14 February 2010 - 14 February 2010 (TBA)

Chinese New Year (Event)
Chung Wah Society Incorporated, 25 Woods Street, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0800, Australia

Celebrate and enjoy the festivities of the coming of Chinese New Year. The 2010 Chinese New Year falls on Sunday February 14 - the Year of the Tiger. For two weeks the Chinese New Year is celebrated around Darwin with lion dances and blessing ceremonies in the city, Casuarina and Palmerston. The main event is the popular Chinese New Year Banquet at SKYCITY Darwin, which comprises a nine-course ...

DATE / TIME: 14 February 2010 - 01 March 2010 (TBA)

Anniversary of the Bombing of Darwin (Event)
The Esplanade, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0800, Australia

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 attracts many vetrans who served in Darwin around that time. On 19 February 1942, World War II was brought to the shores of Australia when the Japanese dropped bombs over Darwin. On this day over 243 pe ...

DATE / TIME: 19 February 2010 - 19 February 2010 (TBA)

Top End Fishing Festival (Event)
Darwin Showgrounds, Stuart Highway, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0820, Australia

Dedicated to all things fishing, the Top End Fishing Festival is an action packed weekend of fishing fun with something for everyone. Come and hear your favourite fishing personality, see product demonstrations of the latest gear, watch the cooking show chefs create mouth-watering dishes, participate in clinics or try your hand at a variety of competitions. There will also be a trade exhib ...

DATE / TIME: 27 March 2010 - 28 March 2010 (TBA)

Hi to the Dry Craft Fair and Expo (Event)
19 Conacher Street, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0820, Australia

Purchase beautiful hand made-items from the creator. The annual Territory Craft 'Hi to the Dry Craft Fair and Open Day' has been melded with a Craft Expo and is held in the museum grounds in Darwin. There are demonstrations in the workshop area, an exhibition of Territory Craft members' works and plenty of fantastic craft to buy. Anyone who sells specialist craft items, from special scissors ...

DATE / TIME: 18 April 2010 - 18 April 2010 (TBA)

Top End Pet Expo (Event)
Abala Road, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0812, Australia

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 breeders, chat with veterinarians and other businesses that are involved in the pet industry, whether it be for birds, cats, dogs, fish or reptiles. There will be talks, walks, dog obedience and train ...

DATE / TIME: 18 April 2010 - 18 April 2010 (TBA)

Nightcliff Seabreeze Festival (Event)
Casuarina Drive, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0810, Australia

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 Dry Season. Many events are free and there are opportunities for the whole family to participate. The festival kicks off on Saturday with Seabreeze Day, a free family festival of music and culture ...

DATE / TIME: 01 May 2010 - 09 May 2010 (TBA)

WordStorm 2010, The NT Writers' Festival (Event)
19 Conacher Street, Bullocky Point, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0820, Australia

Get swept away with the power of words. WordStorm is an established and much-anticipated Northern Territory literary event and is unique in Australia for its profiling of Indigenous Australian and South East Asian voices. Writers and performers from Australia, Indonesia, East Timor, West Papua, Singapore and New Zealand will converge on Darwin for an explosive and entertaining cultural festival ...

DATE / TIME: 20 May 2010 - 23 May 2010 (TBA)

2010 Australian Sprintcar Championship (Event)
Hidden Valley Motorsports Complex, Hidden Valley Road, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0800, Australia

The 2010 Australian Sprintcar Championship is the pinnacle in sprintcar racing. There are 3 days of fast, furious and action packed entertainment, as some of Australia's best drivers put the pedal to the metal, push their skills and machines to the limit, in an all out challenge to the win this prestigious event. Grab the family and head on down to Northline Speedway for a great weekend of ...

DATE / TIME: 27 May 2010 - 29 May 2010 (TBA)

Northern Territory Tropical Garden Spectacular (Event)
Gardens Road, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0820, Australia

A chance to purchase and view exotic flowers and plants. The Northern Territory Garden Spectacular is a unique Darwin event that showcases the Territory's unique horticultural industry, particularly the nursery and garden sectors. Darwin also shows off its cultural diversity with entertainment and arts provided by different sectors of the community including Thai, Greek, Asian Pacific and many ...

DATE / TIME: 05 June 2010 - 06 June 2010 (TBA)

World Environment Day Expo 2010 (Event)
Conacher Street, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0820, Australia

Come and celebrate the unique environment of the Northern Territory. Relax on the lawns adjacent to the sea and be inspired by the environmental work being undertaken by different groups and agencies in Darwin, across the Top End and around the Northern Territory. Wander through the information stalls and displays, attend a workshop or catch the lunchtime forum. There will be lots of environ ...

DATE / TIME: 06 June 2010 - 06 June 2010 (TBA)

Greek Glenti (Event)
The Esplanade, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0800, Australia

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 community shares their culture, food, wine, dance and music with locals and visitors. The Glenti consists of local and interstate entertainment and acts and besides being able to eat Greek food, you ca ...

DATE / TIME: 12 June 2010 - 13 June 2010 (TBA)

Arafura Games (Event)
Arafura Games Office, Floor 4, National Mutual Building, 9 to 11 Cavenagh Street, Darwin CBD, Darwin, Northern Territory 0800, Australia

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 provides the experience necessary to succeed in competition of the highest level. This biennial event is a major highlight on the sporting calendar and is recognised throughout the Asia Pacific region as a ...

DATE / TIME: 14 May 2011 - 22 May 2011 (TBA)

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