Northern Territory Performing Arts Awards
The Northern Territory Performing Arts Awards celebrate the outstanding talent, creativity and achievements of the Territory’s vibrant performing arts community.
Each year, these prestigious awards honour the performers, producers, directors and educators whose work shapes the Territory’s cultural identity — sharing powerful stories, strengthening connections and enriching our communities.
Taking place for the first time at the INPEX Sunset Stage in Festival Park as part of Darwin Festival, we invite you to join us in celebrating the NT’s performing arts sector.
The evening will also feature a stellar line-up of live entertainment, including Alice Cotton, Eleanor Jawurlngali and Hayley Shone alongside a contemporary string quartet, the energetic SLIDE Youth Dance Theatre, Casii Williams following her recent appearance at the NIMAs, and special Festival guest Michelle Brasier.
See the 2026 NTPAA finalists here
Can't make it in person? Watch the livestream here
Each year, these prestigious awards honour the performers, producers, directors and educators whose work shapes the Territory’s cultural identity — sharing powerful stories, strengthening connections and enriching our communities.
Taking place for the first time at the INPEX Sunset Stage in Festival Park as part of Darwin Festival, we invite you to join us in celebrating the NT’s performing arts sector.
The evening will also feature a stellar line-up of live entertainment, including Alice Cotton, Eleanor Jawurlngali and Hayley Shone alongside a contemporary string quartet, the energetic SLIDE Youth Dance Theatre, Casii Williams following her recent appearance at the NIMAs, and special Festival guest Michelle Brasier.
See the 2026 NTPAA finalists here
Can't make it in person? Watch the livestream here
Special Event
- Mon, 10 Aug
- 3hrs
- INPEX Sunset Stage at Festival Park
- $55
- All transactions incur a $5.50 Transaction fee.
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Ticket price includes drink on arrival, additional drink ticket, canapes and entertainment throughout the evening. Individuals working within the Northern Territory performing arts sector are eligible for the Industry Concession ticket price.
1 Venue
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INPEX Sunset Stage at Festival Park
Cnr Smith St & Harry Chan Ave, Darwin
- Outdoor venue with step-free mobility aid access and an accessible bathroom – may have poor quality path or an incline.
- Venue is 18+ but minors may attend with a parent or legal guardian