NT Community Calender

Australia Under Attack 1942 - 1943   Fri 16th Feb, 2007 to Tue 8th Jul, 2008
Darwin - A glimpse into the nation’s past during wartime.

Todd Mall Markets   Sun 25th Feb, 2007 to Sun 2nd Dec, 2007
Alice Springs - Colourful stands and characters combine to bring the Todd Mall alive on Sunday Market Days.

Big Flea Market Rapid Creek   Sun 1st Apr, 2007 to Thu 31st Dec, 2009
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...

Nightcliff Markets   Sun 1st Apr, 2007 to Thu 31st Dec, 2009
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...

Parap Markets   Sun 1st Apr, 2007 to Thu 31st Dec, 2009
Parap - Tantalise your senses with a mixture of Asian cuisine and the aroma of fresh coffee.

Jenny Taylor - Burning Bush   Sat 17th Nov, 2007 to Sun 17th Feb, 2008
Alice Springs - A wonderful display of colour and texture. Human relationship with the non-human world is a burning issue in our time.

Darwin Christmas Tree Lighting   Fri 30th Nov, 2007
Darwin - Join in the countdown to the lighting of Darwin's giant eight metre Christmas tree with the Lord Mayor, Garry Lambert.

ReCoil   Sat 1st Dec, 2007 to Sun 24th Feb, 2008
Alice Springs - A visual feast of both Indigenous and non Indigenous craft. ReCoil is an engaging look at the medium of coiling and its importance in contemporary Australia.

Carols By Candlelight   Sun 2nd Dec, 2007
Darwin - Join in and celebrate the start of the Christmas festive season.

Wrapt in Xmas   Sat 8th Dec, 2007
Alice Springs - A chance to browse the craft stalls for that special gift or to create your own unique gift. Alice Springs Territory Craft rounds out the year with

Carols by Candlelight   Sun 9th Dec, 2007
Alice Springs - A family night to help celebrate the Christmas festive season. Carols by Candlelight special guest for the evening is international artist Steve Grace.

Carols in Palmerston   Sun 9th Dec, 2007
Palmerston - Celebrate the start of the Christmas festive season with the whole family. Carols in Palmerston brings together singers from the local Palmerston schools...

Windows on Australian Art - Focus Inspire / Expire   Sat 15th Dec, 2007 to Sun 9th Mar, 2008
Darwin - Colour, life, movement, expressions – see these breathtaking and imaginative Australian art pieces on display.

New Year's Eve on the Wharf   Mon 31st Dec, 2007
Darwin - Join in fun and welcome in the new year at Darwin’s Wharf Precinct. Bring the whole family along and enjoy New Year's Eve on the Wharf.

Heineken Hottest 7's in the World   Sat 19th Jan, 2008 to Sun 20th Jan, 2008
Darwin - A fantastic opportunity to watch seven-a-side international rugby union played.

Australia Day Breakfast and Activities Tennant Creek   Sat 26th Jan, 2008
Tennant Creek - Take part and help celebrate Australia’s very own special day.

Hummer Championship NBL Round 21 - Perth Wildcats vs West Sydney Razorbacks   Wed 6th Feb, 2008
Marrara - NBL heads back to the Territory. The Top End is set for another sell-out when NBL action returns to Darwin.

Chinese New Year   Thu 7th Feb, 2008 to Thu 21st Feb, 2008
Darwin - Celebrate and enjoy the festivities of the coming of Chinese New Year. The 2008 Chinese New Year falls on Thursday February 7 - the Year of the Rat.

Imparja Cup Cricket Carnival   Mon 11th Feb, 2008 to Sat 16th Feb, 2008
Alice Springs - Watch all-Indigenous teams take part in the hotly contested Imparja Cup. Indigenous teams representing all states and territories in Australia.

National Australia Cup AFL Match Number 3   Fri 15th Feb, 2008
Marrara - Watch the action as teams compete for the NAB Cup.

East Point Military Museum Open Day   Sun 17th Feb, 2008
Darwin - An Open Day for all the family to enjoy. To commemorate the Bombing Of Darwin, the East Point Military Museum Open Day will start the day at 0630.

Anniversary of the Bombing of Darwin   Tue 19th Feb, 2008
Darwin - A tribute to honour and remember those who helped defend Darwin.

Post Mardi Gras Dance Party   Sat 8th Mar, 2008
Alice Springs - Join in the celebrations and spirit of the gay and lesbian lifestyle.

Saint Patrick's Day Races   Sat 15th Mar, 2008
Tennant Creek - Celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day at a traditional outback race course.

Tiwi Islands Annual Football Art Sale   Sun 16th Mar, 2008
Bathurst Island - A fantastic chance to view and buy Tiwi Island artwork and watch a game of footy.
DesArt in the Park   Wed 19th Mar, 2008
Alice Springs - Enjoy a unique experience in the form of an Indigenous art market at the Alice Springs Desert Park.

AFL Central Australia Lightning Carnival   Fri 21st Mar, 2008 to Sat 22nd Mar, 2008

Borroloola Barra Classic   Sat 22nd Mar, 2008 to Sun 23rd Mar, 2008
King Ash Bay - Try you luck against the elusive barramundi. The Borroloola Barra Classic is a very popular annual fishing event that is held over Saturday and Sunday

Aurora Kakadu Klash   Wed 2nd Apr, 2008 to Sun 6th Apr, 2008
Jabiru - Enter the only fishing competition in Kakadu National Park.

Alice Springs Cup Carnival   Sat 12th Apr, 2008 to Mon 5th May, 2008
Alice Springs - Join in the excitement of horse racing in the heart of Central Australia.

Territory Freshwater Fly Fishing Open   Sat 12th Apr, 2008 to Sun 13th Apr, 2008
Mary River ( Arnhem Highway) - Test your fishing skills against the elusive barramundi.

Hi to the Dry Craft Fair and Expo   Sun 20th Apr, 2008
Darwin - Purchase beautiful hand made-items from the creator.

Mindil Beach Sunset Markets   Fri 25th Apr, 2008 to Thu 30th Oct, 2008
Darwin - Experience the atmosphere and flavours of the famous sunset markets.

Alice Springs Heritage Festival   Sun 27th Apr, 2008 to Sat 3rd May, 2008
Alice Springs - Explore the heritage sites of Alice Springs.

XXXX Gold Barra Nationals   Sun 27th Apr, 2008 to Sun 4th May, 2008
Daly River - Try your luck against Australia's best barra fishermen and women.

National Trust Walks   Thu 1st May, 2008 to Sun 31st Aug, 2008
Darwin - Hear incredible pioneering stories, and tales of roguish characters that helped shape a far-flung tropical town.

Katherine Country Music Muster   Fri 2nd May, 2008 to Sun 4th May, 2008
Katherine - Enjoy country music, Katherine style

Paraway Motel Big Horse Creek Barra Classic   Sat 3rd May, 2008 to Mon 5th May, 2008
Victoria River - Get your adrenalin rushing as you fight a barramundi

Palmerston and Rural Markets   Sun 4th May, 2008 to Fri 31st Oct, 2008
Palmerston - Join the fun, be entertained and grab a bargain.

Bangtail Muster   Mon 5th May, 2008
Alice Springs - Join in the madcap fun of one of Alice Springs’ major street parades.

NT Barramundi Classic   Sun 11th May, 2008 to Sun 18th May, 2008
Daly River - Enjoy the thrill and fight when you’ve hook a barramundi. Traditionally held in May, the Darwin Game Fishing Club hosts its annual Barra Classic

WordStorm, The Northern Territory Writers' Festival   Thu 15th May, 2008 to Sun 25th May, 2008
Darwin - Get swept away with the power of words. WordStorm, the Northern Territory Writers' Festival

2008 Wilson's Reel Women Barra Classic   Fri 16th May, 2008 to Sat 17th May, 2008
Darwin - Join in the thrill of a women's-only, fishing competition.

Back to the Never Never Festival   Fri 16th May, 2008 to Sun 18th May, 2008
Mataranka - Come and enjoy true outback hospitality.

Freds Pass Rural Show   Fri 16th May, 2008 to Sun 18th May, 2008
Humpty Doo - There is a character and charm to this event that is distinctively Darwin.

Government House Open Days   Fri 16th May, 2008 to Sat 17th May, 2008
Darwin - See a part of Darwin’s culture heritage that is held in special regard by Territorians.

Pine Creek Cup   Sat 17th May, 2008
Pine Creek - Join in the fun and excitement of a real bush race meet.

BASSINTHEGRASS 2008   Sat 24th May, 2008
Darwin - The Territory’s biggest music extravaganza attracts some of Australia’s biggest bands.

Darwin Pride Festival   Sat 24th May, 2008 to Mon 9th Jun, 2008
Darwin - Join in the celebration of lifestyle for the gay, lesbian, bi-sexual, transsexual and intersexual community.

Katherine Races   Sat 31st May, 2008
Katherine - Join in the excitement of a local race meeting. The Katherine Races is a great family day out.