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03 Feb 11 - 26 Feb 11 (Annual) |
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| Celebrate and enjoy the festivities of the coming of Chinese New Year.
The 2011 Chinese New Year falls on Thursday February 13 - the Year of the Rabbit. 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 p |
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03 Jul 10 - 02 Aug 10 (Annual) |
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| Share in the excitement of Darwin’s premier horse racing calendar.
The Darwin Cup Carnival officially kicks off on Saturday 3 July 2009 and culminates in the running of the Darwin Cup on Monday 2 August 2009. The program also features Ladies Day, where the ladies can show off their finery and enjoy a sumptuous luncheo |
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Darwin , Top End |
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12 Aug 10 - 29 Aug 10 (Annual) |
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| 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 f |
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Darwin , Top End |
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18 Jun 10 - 20 Jun 10 (Annual) |
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| Experience three days and nights of high energy and raw rhythm at Darwin’s hottest dance festival.
Energetic, high voltage shows will keep you on the edge of your seat and you’ll be mesmerized by the choreography, dazzled by the costumes and enthralled by the lively dance routines.
The sixth Darwin Latin Dance Festiv |
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Darwin , Top End |
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24 Jul 10 - 24 Jul 10 (Annual) |
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| 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 b |
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Darwin , Top End |
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30 May 09 - 07 Jun 09 (Annual) |
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| The Desert Duel is a unique annual event providing a special opportunity for participants to explore areas of outback Australia that you may never get to see on your own, whilst raising much needed funds for the Australian Paralympic Summer and Winter Teams.
In 2009, the event will start from Darwin and explore the Te |
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Tennant Creek , Top End |
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28 Aug 10 - 05 Sep 10 (Annual) |
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| Join in the celebrations of a town’s cultural diversity.
The Desert Harmony Art and Cultural Festival in Tennant Creek is an annual event that is growing with interest from both the local community and visitors. Many visitors time their stay in Tennant Creek to coincide with this festival.
The town celebrates its cu |
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Darwin , Top End |
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28 Sep 09 - 03 Oct 09 (Biannual) |
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| The Top End’s unique flora and fauna awaits your discovery.
This six day program combines study and travel to provide traveller’s to the Northern Territory and bird enthusiasts alike, the opportunity to experience and learn more about birds and other wildlife of the monsoon tropics. The Top End is a birdwatcher’s para |
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Darwin , Top End |
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18 Jul 10 - 18 Jul 10 (Annual) |
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| 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 make the unique items on display and on sale. Capture your creativity by enrolling in |
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Humpty Doo , Top End |
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14 May 10 - 16 May 10 (Annual) |
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| There is a character and charm to this event that is distinctively Darwin.
The Freds Pass Rural Show, on Darwin’s outskirts, is an annual event with over 170 exhibitors. Highlights include a country music concert featuring national country music stars, along with some serious Territory talent.
Tractional features co |
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Jabiru , Top End |
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02 Jun 10 - 05 Oct 10 (Annual) |
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| During the months of June through to October, join rangers to learn about the landscapes, wildlife, local history and culture of Kakadu National Park.
Catch a free daily art site talk at Ubirr and Nourlangie Rock or join one of the guided walks which may be available throughout the Park.
Mamukala Wetlands Walk is a |
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Katherine , Top End |
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21 Aug 09 - 23 Aug 09 (Annual) |
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| Share in the spirit of this significant cultural and historic event.
The ‘Wave Hill Walk Off’ was the beginning of the modern land rights movement and one of the most significant events in Australian and Northern Territory history. Freedom Day is the name given by the Kalkarindji community to the yearly commemoration |
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Nhulunbuy , Top End |
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06 Aug 10 - 10 Aug 10 (Annual) |
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| The didjeridu calls to all to come together, to learn from and listen to one another.
It is heard each August at Gulkula, near Nhulunbuy in north east Arnhem Land, as about 2,000 indigenous and non-indigenous Australians and international visitors gather for the annual Garma Festival. Garma is a Yolngu word that descr |
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Darwin , Top End |
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27 Aug 10 - 28 Aug 10 (Annual) |
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| See a part of Darwin’s culture heritage that is held in special regard by Territorians.
Government House Darwin, home to the Administrator of the Northern Territory, was built for the first Government resident, Captain William Douglas, in 1871. The house embraces a history as panoramic as the view it commands of Darwi |
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Darwin , Top End |
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12 Jun 10 - 13 Jun 10 (Annual) |
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| 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 inte |
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Darwin , Top End |
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26 Nov 10 - 26 Nov 10 (Annual) |
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| Join in the countdown to the lighting of Darwin's Christmas decorations. Santa will visit on the night, which will be celebrated with Christmas entertainment and dance. |
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Darwin , Top End |
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13 Aug 10 - 14 Aug 10 (Annual) |
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| The Rotary Club of Darwin North Championship Rodeo offers two nights of action packed entertainment.
Appearances by Miss Rodeo USA (United States of America) and International competitors are currently being negotiated, so stay tuned.
Held annually, some of Australia’s leading riders are drawn to Darwin to match thei |
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Oenpelli , Top End |
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28 Aug 10 - 28 Aug 10 (Annual) |
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| Share the culture and hospitality of the Gunbalanya (Oenpelli) community at the Stone Country Festival.
The community of Gunbalanya (Oenpelli) in western Arnhem Land, through its traditional Aboriginal owners, welcomes visitors to spend the day in their community and share in the many activities taking place. Gunbalan |
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Darwin , Top End |
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21 Nov 09 - 21 Nov 09 (Annual) |
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| 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 |
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Daly River , Top End |
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02 May 10 - 09 May 10 (Annual) |
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| Try your luck against Australia's best barra fishermen and women.
The XXXX Gold Barra Nationals is one of the premier fishing tournaments on the Australian fishing calendar. Each year up to 45 teams come from all over Australia (and some from overseas as well) to compete in a week full of fun, mayhem and fantastic fis |
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