Opening Week

Your guide to opening week of Darwin Festival 2026

The opening week of Darwin Festival 2026 is bursting with energy and packed with unmissable events! From music and theatre to cabaret, food, and family-friendly fun, there’s truly something for everyone. Here’s your guide to what’s happening from 5–9 August.

Food

Festival Harbour Cruise

Set sail on an iconic Darwin sunset cruise that is equal parts performance and party
- Selling fast
- 9 Aug
- 5:30pm
Music • Words and Ideas

Open Heart

Cheeky Docs

Heartfelt stories and uplifting songs from a group of Northern Territory GPs
- 9 Aug
- 6:00pm
Visual Art

2026 Telstra National Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Art Awards

Celebrate First Nations art, culture and storytelling at Telstra NATSIAA
- 27 Jun - 24 Jan
- 10:00am