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The Great Northern Darwin Cup Carnival is the Territory's biggest social and sporting event, featuring all the colour, fashion and excitement of thoroughbred racing in the Top End, culminating in the Great Northern Darwin Cup.

A full list of race days and associated events can be viewed on their website.

Event Date

4 July – 3 August 2026

Entry cost

All tickets from $20 to $695

Facilities

  • Bar
  • Carpark
  • Coach parking
  • Conference / convention facilities
  • Family-friendly
  • Kiosk
  • Parents room
  • Pop up wine bar
  • Free wifi

Accessibility

Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia) Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids) Caters for people who use a wheelchair. Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.