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Cosplay

Part of Day 1: Geekfest Top End, 4 July. 

Showcase your creativity in the Geekfest Top End Cosplay Competition. Enter as an individual or group, represent your favourite fandom and compete for your chance to take home cosplay glory.
 

Game Jam

Game Jam - Wet vs Dry

Part of Day 1: Geekfest Top End, 4 July.

From cyclones and crocs to road trips and mango madness, create a game inspired by life in the Territory. Build something uniquely NT and put your skills to the test in this exciting game development challenge.

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Palmy's Got Talent

Part of Day 7: Palmy’s Got Talent, 10 July.  

Step into the spotlight and show Palmerston what you've got. Whether it's comedy, dance, music or magic, take to the stage and compete for your chance to be crowned a local star.
 

Registrations close 1 July 2026. 
 

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On the day competitons

No need to preregister for these competitions. 

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Purple Brick Road

Part of Day 1: Geekfest Top End, 4 July. 


Take on the ultimate geek challenge at Geekfest Top End. Complete at least six of the ten challenges as you explore this all-ages event in Palmerston CBD for your chance to claim bragging rights.

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Interplanetary Battle Cards Competition

Part of Day 1: Geekfest Top End, 4 July. 

The IBC Game Open returns to Geekfest Top End for its third year. Compete in the Youth or Open Division, test your tabletop skills against fellow players and battle your way to becoming the 2026 GFTE Open Champion.

 

Register now or on the day
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Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

Part of Day 1: Geekfest Top End, 4 July. 

Gaming legends collide as Geekfest Top End’s biggest gaming tournament returns for its fifth year. Step into the arena, take on the Territory’s best players and battle your way to glory.

 

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Quiz Quest

Part of Day 3: The Biggest Experiment, 6 July.

Put your knowledge to the test in Quiz Quest, an interactive trivia challenge where you can compete for a share of more than $1,000 in science-inspired prizes. Do you have what it takes to come out on top?

 
 
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The Great Polaroid Hunt

Part of Day 4: Creative Collective, 7 July.

Keep your eyes peeled at Palmerston Recreation Centre during The Great Polaroid Hunt. Find a hidden Polaroid and win the prize pictured on it, with photos scattered throughout the event waiting to be discovered.

 
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Sports Fest - PYF

Get Active

Part of Day 6: Sports Carnival, 9 July. 

Get active and take part in six or more activities to earn a spin of the wheel and your chance to score a great sporting giveaway.

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Tell us about your 2026 festival experience for your chance to win a $100 gift card! 

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Photo competition

Share your favourite photos and videos with us for your chance to win one of 2 x $100 gift cards.

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