City of Darwin is bringing back the much-loved Darwin Christmas activities, kicking off with the new City of Darwin Makers Market, Darwin Christmas Pageant, Lord Mayors Lighting of Christmas Tree, Christmas Concert and more on Saturday 15 November 2025! ✨
Watch community groups, schools, and local organisations bring the Christmas spirit to life in a spectacular parade celebrating the rich and diverse culture of the Top End. The Darwin Christmas Pageant and Christmas Concert are delivered by City of Darwin and proudly sponsored by Northern Territory Government.
🕺Parade route: Starts at The Esplanade (corner of Knuckey Street) and finishes at Civic Park, Smith Street, Darwin
Program highlights:
🎨 City of Darwin Maker’s Market: 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm | Brought to you by Darwin City Retailers Association
👯♀️ Darwin Christmas Pageant: 6:00 pm – 6:45 pm
🪄 Lord Mayor’s Lighting of the Christmas Tree: 7:00 pm – 7:15 pm
🎈 Christmas Concert: 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
👉 Want to join the fun?
Register your float today and be part of this year’s celebration! Funding opportunities are available for eligible participants (conditions apply).
Registrations close: 31 October 2025
Learn more and register at
https://www.darwin.nt.gov.au/christmas-float
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