Events and New Products in the NT: September, October, November

Parrtjima – A Festival in Light, Alice Springs

Some confirmed events and new products for September, October and November in the N.T.

EVENTS

• Parrtjima – A Festival in Light, Alice Springs, 11-20 September – The only authentic Aboriginal light festival of its kind, Parrtjima returns with ten nights of live talks, events, music and light installations, set among the majestic MacDonnell Ranges. Artist and performers attending include Indigenous chef Mark Olive, journalists Stan Grant and Tracey Holmes, Southeast Desert Metal and more. More information.

• Desert Mob, Alice Springs, 11-25  September – An event of national significance, Desert Mob represents the most comprehensive survey of contemporary Aboriginal art by artists from Desart-member art centres from the desert regions and communities of the Northern Territory, South Australia and Western Australia. For the first time in event’s history, the exhibition will also launch online. More information.

• Darwin Street Art Festival, 14-20 September – Ten of the best local and Australian street artists will transform the walls of Shadforth Lane in Darwin’s CBD. Guests can catch the rest of city’s incredible street art in-person, with 45 murals and 13 Augmented Reality pieces on display, or take an interactive tour through a newly released app. More information.

• Kakadu Bird Week, 26 September-3 October – With more than a third of Australia’s bird species calling Kakadu home, the UNESCO World Heritage listed national park is a bird lover’s paradise. Kakadu Bird Week features a packed itinerary for nature enthusiasts, including wetland cruises, bird watching expeditions, specialist lectures and Aboriginal bird experiences. For the first time in the festival’s history, guests can also tune in ‘virtually’. More information.

• Rebound Festival, 3 October – One of the Australia’s first major music events to go ahead since lockdown, Rebound Festival will delight music lovers at Darwin Ski Club. This year hosts an incredible line-up, including Lime Cordiale, Mallrat and Hot Dub Time Machine. More information.

• Mango Madness Festival, 25 October – Packed with family-friendly fun and entertainment, the festival showcases the best of Darwin’s mango-inspired food and drinks, including tasting stalls, a cocktail masterclass from the winning Mango Cup team, Dom’s Bar & Lounge, and mango-eating competition. More information.

• Darwin International Laksa Festival, 26 October - 29 November – Darwin is dubbed the laksa capital of Australia. Over four weeks, Territorians will embark on a journey to discover different laksas across various market stalls, eateries and restaurants across the Top End, and vote for their favourite ‘Golden Bowl’. More information.

NEW PRODUCTS

• Uluru Audio Guide – Uluru Segway Tours has launched a new GPS triggered audio commentary device, which boasts over one hundred interesting stories and facts about Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. Now available for hire, travellers can tour Uluru at their own pace without missing out on local knowledge, tips, and information. More information.

• Bush Tucker and Botanicals Guided Tour, Berry Springs -  Offroad Dreaming has launched a new bush tucker guided walk through the Monsoonal Forest in Berry Springs National Park.  Guests will embark on a bush trail, sampling local produce and learning the techniques of foraging and benefits of locally found ingredients. Later, there’s opportunity to head for swim in the famous thermal springs. More information and interviews with head guide Lyn available.

• Travelodge Resort Darwin, Darwin CBD -  Newly refurbished with new beds, smart TVs and modern design scheme, the resort is perfectly located for exploring tropical Darwin. Go for a swim at Darwin Waterfront, try the ‘Cage of Death’ at Crocoaurus Cove, watch a beautiful sunset at Mindil beach or embark on a WWII heritage trail. More information.

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