Your free live music fix in Festival Park
Meet friends and family for a bite to eat and enjoy a nightly musical showcase of the many cultures of this city.
Settle in for smooth tunes from musical mover and shaker Erin Conart and her band The Conartists, get down to The Gleny Rae Virus Band’s lively interpretations of country, rockabilly and western swing classics, enjoy a showcase of culture and arts from our sister cities at Sister Cities Soiree or dance, groove and feel the pulse of Latin energy with Fiesta.
LAUNCH x Darwin Festival showcases incredible local young talent, Ngarukuruwala Group share music, dance and culture from the Tiwi Islands and Camp Dog bring the rock n roll party to the Park!
THU 7 AUG 6.30pm & 8pm
Genie and the Bottles
Genie and the Bottles are a dynamic neo-soul group based in Darwin/Garramilla, bringing a blend of soulful melodies, jazzy undertones and smooth rhythms to Festival Park. Climb into the groove pocket with the bottles and let them whisk you away.
FRI 8 AUG 7pm & 9pm
Afro House United
SAT 9 AUG 6.30pm & 8pm
The Camp Dog Band
The Camp Dog Band is a powerhouse six-piece country rock band whose sound is a seamless blend of twang, grit and heart. Consisting of all Darwin locals, the band has quickly become known for its raw energy, storytelling lyrics and irresistible blend of traditional country and classic rock influences.
SUN 10 AUG 6.30pm & 8.30pm
The Governors
This Darwin-based funk and soul collective blends deep grooves, raw energy and sharp musicianship into an electrifying live experience. Rooted in tight rhythms and fearless improvisation, they craft a sound that’s both classic and fresh with deep-pocket grooves, searing solos and dynamic interplay that keeps every set unpredictable. With some of the Territory’s best musicians in the mix, The Governors don’t just play – they lock in, lift off and take the crowd with them.
TUE 12 AUG TBC
WED 13 AUG 6.30pm & 8pm
Tehana
THU 14 AUG TBC
FRI 15 AUG 6.30pm & 8pm
Ngarukuruwala Tiwi groups
SAT 16 AUG 6.30pm & 8pm
Sister Cities Soiree
SUN 17 AUG 6.30pm & 8pm
Gleny Rae Virus Band
TUE 19 AUG TBC
WED 20 AUG TBC
THU 21 AUG 6.30pm & 8pm
Erin and the Conartists
FRI 22 AUG 6.30pm & 8pm
Fiesta
SAT 23 AUG 6.30pm & 8pm
LAUNCH Showcase
SUN 24 AUG 6.30pm & 8pm
LAUNCH Showcase
Head to darwinfestival.org.au for the full programming updated closer to the time.
You may also like the following events from Darwin Festival:
- Next month, 25th July, 10:00 am, DARWIN FESTIVAL: Artbroken in Darwin
- Next month, 28th July, 10:00 am, DARWIN FESTIVAL: 2025 Telstra National Aboriginal And Torres Strait Islander Art Awards in Darwin
- This August, 1st August, 05:30 pm, DARWIN FESTIVAL: Paul Gurrumuruwuy | Milkum Ga Walŋa: Pattern, Camera, Life in Darwin
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