Darwin and Surrounds Community Events
Here are some examples of regular community events that occur in the region of Darwin and Surrounds in Northern Territory, Australia:
- Mindil Beach Sunset Market - a weekly market held every Thursday and Sunday during the dry season featuring food, live music, and arts and crafts.
- Parap Village Markets - a weekly Saturday market offering fresh produce, local art, and food stalls.
- Darwin Waterfront Sunset Series - a free monthly outdoor concert held at the Darwin Waterfront featuring local musicians and food stalls.
- The Royal Darwin Show - an annual agricultural show held for three days in late July featuring animal displays, competitions, and carnival rides.
- Telstra National Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Art Awards - an annual exhibition showcasing contemporary Indigenous art from around Australia.
- Darwin Festival - a 18-day arts and cultural festival held in August featuring theatre, music, dance, and visual arts performances.
- Darwin Lions Beer Can Regatta - an annual event held in July where boats made entirely out of beer cans compete in races.
- Nightcliff Markets - a weekly Sunday market offering arts and crafts, food stalls, and live music.
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