Events

On the 19th of February each year the Commemoration Ceremony is held at the Cenotaph on the Esplanade at Darwin. This was the day in 1942 when Darwin was bombed, the first of many attacks and the first time Australia was under fire by enemy forces. Darwin citizens and guests remember those who lost their lives and those who served. The Ceremony includes speeches, wreath laying, a re-enactment and musical items. All welcome    70th Anniversary

Current Events on in Darwin and the Top End

A diverse array of Current events – Something for everyone

Events

Darwin International Film Festival is hosted by the the Deckchair Cinema in September each year.
Over 8 magical nights, audiences gather to eat, drink and be merry and watch some of the best cinema in the world.
Phone (08) 8981 0700      Film Festival

There’s always something happening at the Waterfront
Experience the best of Darwin’s tropical lifestyle while enjoying resort-style luxuries, safe swimming, ocean views and delicious food. There are events on almost every weekend suitable for the whole family including Easter, School Holidays and New Years Eve.
Special events  – Easter, School Holidays , New Years Eve
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The Memorial Wall commemorates Allied personnel who died from enemy attack in WWII in the Northern Territory, Queensland and Western Australia. It was opened on 18th February 2013 by the then Chief Minister the Honourable Terry Mills, with speaker WWII veteran Mr Brian Winspear AM.
The Memorial Wall is now open as part of Museum entry.
Darwin Military Museum, Alec Fong Lim Drive, East Point
Phone (08) 8981 9702