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With such a diversity of cultures and a rich history, Darwin is home to a range of festivals, celebrations, shows and exhibitions. The Arafura Games is a leading international sporting competition for emerging champions of the Asia-Pacific and beyond. Since 1991, Arafura Games has been held every two years in Darwin. February 19 each year is the anniversary of the bombing of Darwin during the Second World War. Locals and visitors take time to remember those who perished and how close Australia came to being invaded.
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Darwin Lions Beer Can Regatta  - Darwin Area, Northern Territory

Darwin Lions Beer Can Regatta - The Gardens

A regatta like no other, with boats primarily built entirely from aluminium beer cans. This annual Dawin family event is a spectacle for all who line Mindil Beach and cheer on the home-made boats of ... more...

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Arafura Games - Darwin Northern Territory

Arafura Games - Darwin

The Arafura Games, held biennially 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 t... more...

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Happy Yess Markets - Darwin Area, Northern Territory

Happy Yess Markets - Darwin

Darwin Visual Arts Association (DVAA) has joined forces with the Happy Yess Market to support local and emerging Darwin artists and talented folk. All types of stalls are on offer and changing each ... more...

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Heineken Hottest 7s - Darwin

Heineken Hottest 7's in the World - Darwin

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 o... more...

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SKYCITY Triple Crown, V8 Supercars - Darwin Area, Northern Territory

SKYCITY Triple Crown, V8 Supercars Championship Series - Darwin

Come along and witness the battle of the V8 Supercars when they roar back to Darwin. The Hidden Valley round of the Skycity Triple Crown, V8 Supercar Championship Series is one of the largest sportin... more...

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Australian Superbike Championships - Darwin Area, Northern Territory

Australian Superbike Championship - Berrimah

The Australian Superbike Championship is Australia’s premier motorcycling competition. It brings together leading world class motorcycle manufacturers, production based motorcycles purpose-built for... more...

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Darwin Cup Carnival - logo

Darwin Cup Carnival - Fannie Bay

Share in the excitement of Darwin’s premier horse racing calendar. The Darwin Cup Carnival officially kicks off on Saturday 2 July 2011 and culminates in the running of the Darwin Cup on Monday 6 Aug... more...

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Darwin Festival - Darwin Area Northern Territory

Darwin Festival - Darwin

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 th... more...

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Mindil Beach Sunset Markets - Darwin Area, Northern Territory

Mindil Beach Sunset Markets - Darwin

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. Th... more...

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Rotary Club of Darwin North Championship Rodeo - Darwin Area, Northern Territory

Rotary Club of Darwin North Championship Rodeo - Berrimah

Dust, daring deeds and determination will once again herald the 2012 Darwin Championship Rodeo presented by the Rotary Club of Darwin North. The rodeo is staged at Robbie Robbins Reserve at Berrimah ... more...

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Royal Darwin Show - Darwin Area, Northern Territory

Royal Darwin Show - Darwin

Share in the delights of one of Darwin’s premier events celebrates 61 years. The Royal Darwin Show is the premier event on the Top End community calendar, where city and country come together for thr... more...

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Top End Mud Racing Association - Darwin Area Northern Territory

Top End Mud Racing - Darwin

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 fami... more...

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Anniversary of the Bombing of Darwin - logo

Anniversary of the Bombing of Darwin - Darwin

2012 is the 70th Anniversary to tribute, honour and remember those who defend Darwin. The Anniversary of the Bombing of Darwin is commemorated each year on 19 February at the Cenotaph, Bicentennial Pa... more...

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BASSINTHEGRASS - Darwin Area, Northern Territory

BASSINTHEGRASS 2012 - Darwin

The Territory's biggest music extravaganza attracts some of Australia's biggest bands. BASSINTHEGRASS has grown into one of the biggest events in Darwin, providing entertainment to all age groups wit... more...

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Darwin to Ambon Yacht Race

Darwin to Ambon Yacht Race - Darwin

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 calend... more...

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Darwin Turf Club Gala Ball - Darwin Area, Northern Territory

Darwin Turf Club Gala Ball - Darwin

Darwin's social event of the dry - entertainment, fabulous food and atmosphere. If you are yet to attend the Darwin Turf Club Gala Ball don’t hesitate any longer. Words, friends or photographs can no... more...

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Greek Glenti - octopus

Greek Glenti - Darwin

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 com... more...

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Nighcliff Seabreeze Festival - Darwin Area, Northern Territory

Nightcliff Seabreeze Festival - Nightcliff

A big day of entertainment (first Saturday of May) followed by a week of performances, events and activities for all ages. The family-friendly activities, events and performances around the Nightclif... more...

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Parap Markets - Dawin Area, Northern Territory

Parap Markets - Parap

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 mark... more...

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Rapid Creek Markets - Darwin Area, Northern Territory

Rapid Creek Markets - Rapid Creek

Relax and enjoy a stress-relieving massage or cool tropical juice. Darwin's oldest market is situated only 20 minutes from Darwin city, in the Rapid Creek Business Village. Come on down for a massage... more...

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Reel women Barra Classic - Darwin Area, Northern Territory

Reel Women Barra Classic 2012 - Darwin

Join in the thrill of a women's-only, fishing competition. The Reel Women Barra Classic is one of two Northern Territory ladies-only fishing tournaments, with the main focus on encouraging women to p... more...

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Top End Pet Expo - dog show

Top End Pet Expo - Marrara

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 breed... more...

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WordStorm 2010 - Tim Flannery

WordStorm 2012 - Darwin

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 So... more...

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Nightcliff Markets - Darwin Area, Northern Territory

Nightcliff Markets - Nightcliff

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 frui... more...

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Monsoon Markets - Darwin Area, Northern Territory

Rapid Creek Monsoon Markets - Rapid Creek

The Monsoon Markets operate every Thursday night during Darwin's tropical season. There is a variety of hot food on offer, as well as arts and craft stalls, where you may find the special local handma... more...

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Territory Day - Northern Territory

Territory Day - Darwin

Territory Day is one of the most spectacular events on the festival calendar. For one day only the Territory lights up in a rainbow of rockets, bangers and Roman candles. Celebrating the anniversary ... more...

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Autism NT - logo

Autism NT Annual Ball and Auction - Darwin

Dance the evening away at the Autism NT’s Ball and Auction night. Get ready to out-bid the other diners and your friends during the auction, and don’t forget to buy your raffle tickets as well. Help ... more...

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Carols By Candlelight - Darwin

Carols By Candlelight - Darwin

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... more...

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Darwin Blues Festival - Darwin Area, Northern Territory

Darwin Blues Festival - The Gardens

The Darwin Blues Festival is one of the biggest international music festivals in the Northern Territory. The organisers are proud to announce that not one, but two international headlining blues art... more...

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Darwin Boat Show - Darwin Area, Northern Territory

Darwin Boat and Leisure Show - Darwin

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,... more...

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National Trust NT - logo

Goyder's Day - Darwin

Goyder’s Day is a commemoration of the arrival of the Surveyor-General George Woodroffe Goyder, who arrived in Port Darwin on the 5 February 1869. Join the National Trust and witness the physical re-... more...

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Paspaley Darwin Star Ball - Darwin Area Northern Territory

Paspaley Darwin Star Ball - Darwin

The Paspaley Darwin - Star Ball, is a fundraiser for the Starlight Children's Foundation, and is in its fifth year with a bigger and better evening planned this year. There will be live entertainment,... more...

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RSPCA Million Paws Walk - Darwin Area Northern Territory

RSPCA Million Paws Walk - Jingili

The RSPCA Million Paws Walk celebrates its 17th year on 15 May 2011 in Darwin. This walk is the biggest day out for animal lovers and everyone is welcome to participate, whether you have a dog or not.... more...

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Supercheap Auto Powercruise - Darwin Area, Northern Territory

Supercheap Auto Powercruise - Berrimah

A weekend of fast cars and smoking tyres. The Supercheap Auto Powercruise is an action packed weekend of competition. There is the Powerskid - a combination of horsepower and the use of a brake peda... more...

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Australian Football League - Darwin Area,  Northern Territory

Toyota AFL Round 17 Melbourne vs Port Adelaide - Marrara

Catch an Australian Football League (AFL) match in Darwin. AFL Toyota Premiership 2012, Round 17 is the Melbourne Demons v Port Adelaide at TIO Stadium, Marrara, Darwin. Come along and support your t... more...

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Australian Football League - Darwin Area,  Northern Territory

Toyota AFL Round 8 Western Bulldogs vs Gold Coast Suns - Marrara

Catch an Australian Football League (AFL) match in Darwin. AFL Toyota Premiership 2012, Round 8 is the Western Bulldogs v Gold Coast Suns at TIO Stadium, Marrara, Darwin. Come along and support your ... more...

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Darwin Racing - Dawin Area Northern Territory

Variety at the Races - Parap

Come and join Variety - the children's charity at the Darwin Turf Club. What a great way to spend a Saturday afternoon - have fun at the races, enjoy the party atmosphere and support a worthy cause, ... more...

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Simply the Breast - participating yachts

Simply the Breast Yacht Race - Darwin

Simply the Breast, presented by Medibank Private with Darwin Waterfront as a supporting sponsor, is now in its seventh year. This event is a fun way of raising breast cancer awareness as well as fundr... more...

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