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Festivals & events around Darwin

Darwin & Surrounds

Soak up relaxed vibes and balmy weather at Darwin's art and cultural events, festivals and buzzing outdoor markets.

Dreaming of palm trees and sunsets? Darwin shines when the rest of Australia is in the grip of winter. The Dry Season (May–October) serves up world-class events and exceptional weather.

Be entertained and delighted by the Darwin Festival. Indulge your sense of fun at the Beer Can Regatta. Get your hands on a variety of cuisines, art, craft and fresh tropical produce at Darwin's markets. At Mindil Market try one of the fabulous food stalls before heading onto the beach for a spectacular sunset.

Darwin event highlights

Mimi Arts booth at 2019 Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair.

Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair

Darwin & Surrounds | Events

5 – 7 August 2022

In 2022, the 16th Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair returns.

Darwin Festival

Darwin Festival

Darwin & Surrounds | Events

4 – 21 August 2022

There’s no better time to be in the tropical Top End than during Darwin Festival each August, where a fabulous festival wonderland awaits you.

Darwin Cup Carnival

Darwin Cup Carnival

Darwin & Surrounds | Events

Monday 1 August 2022

The pinnacle of Top End racing is the Great Northern Darwin Cup.

2022 Darwin Fringe

2022 Darwin Fringe

Darwin & Surrounds | Events

8 – 17 July 2022

The Top End's biggest platform for emerging arts, the Darwin Fringe is a community arts access with bite.

Million Dollar Fish Season 7

Million Dollar Fish Season 7

Darwin & Surrounds | Events

1 October 2021 – 31 March 2022

It’s no secret that the Territory’s home to some of the best fishing in Australia.

Territory Day

Territory Day

Darwin & Surrounds | Events

Friday 1 July 2022

On 1 July each year, Territorians officially celebrate everything they love about the place they call home.

Mindil Beach Sunset Market

Mindil Beach Sunset Market

Darwin & Surrounds | Events

29 April – 28 October 2021

The Mindil Beach Sunset Market is the heart of Darwin's cultural melting pot and truly epitomises the word 'multicultural'.

Daminmin Art and Culture Festival

Daminmin Art and Culture Festival

Darwin & Surrounds | Events

22 – 24 July 2022

This three-day event is an opportunity for locals and visitors to connect with their community and the cultural life within it.

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