The Northern Territory Community Events
The Northern Territory hosts various regular community events throughout the year, which provide opportunities for both locals and visitors to experience the diverse cultures and traditions of the region. Some of the regular community events in The Northern Territory include:
Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair
This is an annual event that showcases contemporary Aboriginal art from over 60 Indigenous-owned art centres from across Australia. This three-day event includes art exhibitions, workshops, cultural performances and art sales.
The Finke Desert Race
The Finke Desert Race is one of the biggest annual off-road races in Australia, attracting people from different parts of the country. The race covers a distance of 460km, and it starts and finishes in Alice Springs.
Darwin Festival
The Darwin Festival is a 10-day celebration of the arts, music, and culture. This event features local and international performances, exhibitions, workshops and street performances.
Barunga Festival
The Barunga Festival is a three-day annual event that celebrates Indigenous culture, music, and sport. This festival attracts thousands of visitors and has been running for over 30 years.
Henley-on-Todd Regatta
This annual event in Alice Springs involves a range of boat races and other land-based activities, all played without actual boats due to the lack of water bodies in central Australia. Instead, people carry their pretend boats and compete in a fun and relaxed atmosphere.
Alice Springs Beanie Festival
The Alice Springs Beanie Festival is an annual event that showcases unique beanies made by Indigenous artists from Australia's remote communities. Visitors can purchase handmade beanies and enjoy various entertainment activities and workshops.