Palmerston has a rapidly growing reputation as a place where events and activities are recognised as a valuable part of our vibrant and diverse community.
We deliver a number of events and activities annually, enabling the people living, working or visiting our city to experience and participate.
View the dry season events and programs calendar here
Please note: City of Palmerston may take photos at events and use them in promotional and marketing materials. By attending the event, you provide your consent for your image to be taken. If you do not wish for your photo to be taken, please advise the photographer at the event. For more information, please see our privacy policy.
School Holiday Program
When: 24 June 2024, 10:00am - 12 July 2024, 12:00pm
Location: City of Palmerston Library
Admission: FREE
Location: City of Palmerston Library
Admission: FREE
Need help keeping the kids entertained this school holidays? Join us at the Library!
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Territory Day
When: 1 July 2024, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Goodline Park, Forrest Parade, Rosebery
Admission: Free
Location: Goodline Park, Forrest Parade, Rosebery
Admission: Free
Celebrate everything that’s great about our Territory in Palmerston on 1 July.
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Day 1: Geekfest Top End
When: 6 July 2024, 5:00pm - 10:00pm
Location: Goyder Sqaure, Palmerston Library & Recreation Centre
Admission: FREE
Location: Goyder Sqaure, Palmerston Library & Recreation Centre
Admission: FREE
Day 1: Geekfest Top End
The Territory's biggest comic con Geekfest Top End, is kicking off the Palmerston Youth Festival 2024! Fan favourite competitions are...
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Day 2: NAIDOC Pool Party
When: 7 July 2024, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Location: SWELL
Admission: FREE
Location: SWELL
Admission: FREE
Day 2: NAIDOC Pool Party
- Build Up Skateboarding Activities: Professional instructors and all equipment will be provided
- DJ Charly
- Bus Painting
- Free BBQ with Palmerston...
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Day 3: Youth Pride
When: 8 July 2024, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Location: Palmerston Recreation Centre
Admission: FREE
Location: Palmerston Recreation Centre
Admission: FREE
Day 3: Youth Pride
A day of inclusion and diversity, supporting our LGBTQIA+ community. Everyone is invited, it's a safe and welcoming space and an...
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Day 4: Sportsfest
When: 9 July 2024, 2:00pm - 7:00pm
Location: Palmerston Recreation Centre
Admission: FREE
Location: Palmerston Recreation Centre
Admission: FREE
Day 4: Sportsfest
Join us for an ultimate sports session. Show off your skills in our 3x3 basketball competition, shoot outs and you can even...
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Day 5: Palmy's Got Talent
When: 10 July 2024, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: Durack Community Arts Centre
Admission: FREE
Location: Durack Community Arts Centre
Admission: FREE
Day 5: Palmy's Got Talent
Don't miss your chance to show off your talent. Whether it's singing, music, dance, spoken word or comedy don't miss...
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Day 6: Pamper Palmy
When: 11 July 2024, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Location: Palmerston Recreation Centre
Admission: FREE
Location: Palmerston Recreation Centre
Admission: FREE
Day 6: Pamper Palmy
Celebrate youth wellbeing at Pamper Palmy! Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon packed with amazing free activities designed to boost health and happiness...
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Day 7: Palmerston Youth Festival Wrap Up Party
When: 12 July 2024, 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: Palmerston Recreation Centre
Admission: FREE
Location: Palmerston Recreation Centre
Admission: FREE
Day 7: Palmerston Youth Festival Wrap Up Party
Closing out the festival with a free concert with a fire lineup!
Headline act: CYRIL
Supporting acts...
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FlicNics
When: 13 July 2024, 5:30pm - 9:00pm
Location: Various Palmerston Locations
Admission: Free
Location: Various Palmerston Locations
Admission: Free
Enjoy a free movie night under the stars in Palmerston.
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Live at the Lake
When: 20 July 2024, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Location: Various Palmerston Locations
Admission: Free
Location: Various Palmerston Locations
Admission: Free
Enjoy live music by local artists.
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FlicNics
When: 10 August 2024, 5:30pm - 9:00pm
Location: Various Palmerston Locations
Admission: Free
Location: Various Palmerston Locations
Admission: Free
Enjoy a free movie night under the stars in Palmerston.
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Seniors Day 2024
When: 14 August 2024, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Location: Palmerston Recreation Centre
Admission: FREE
Location: Palmerston Recreation Centre
Admission: FREE
Join us as we celebrate the Seniors in our community!
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Darwin Festival in Palmerston - Family Fiesta
When: 16 August 2024, 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: Goyder Square, Palmerston
Admission: Free!
Location: Goyder Square, Palmerston
Admission: Free!
Join us as Darwin Festival heads to Palmerston for a jam packed weekend!
On Friday 16 August from 5pm – 9pm check out Family Fiesta...
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Live at the Lake
When: 17 August 2024, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Location: Various Palmerston Locations
Admission: Free
Location: Various Palmerston Locations
Admission: Free
Enjoy live music by local artists.
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Darwin Festival in Palmerston - Laugh Out Loud
When: 17 August 2024, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Location: Goyder Square, Palmerston
Admission: From $37.40
Location: Goyder Square, Palmerston
Admission: From $37.40
Join us as Darwin Festival heads to Palmerston for a jam packed weekend!
On Saturday 17 August it’s time for a line-up of side-splitting comedy all-stars...
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Darwin Festival in Palmerston - Laugh Out Loud
When: 17 August 2024, 8:00pm - 10:00pm
Location: Goyder Square, Palmerston
Admission: From $37.40
Location: Goyder Square, Palmerston
Admission: From $37.40
Join us as Darwin Festival heads to Palmerston for a jam packed weekend!
On Saturday 17 August it’s time for a line-up of side-splitting comedy all-stars...
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Brekkie in the Park
When: 18 August 2024, 8:00am - 10:00am
Location: Various Palmerston Locations
Admission: Free
Location: Various Palmerston Locations
Admission: Free
The series offers community members the chance to connect with their local parks, a free breakfast and activities for all to enjoy.
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Brekkie in the Park
When: 15 September 2024, 8:00am - 10:00am
Location: Various Palmerston Locations
Admission: Free
Location: Various Palmerston Locations
Admission: Free
The series offers community members the chance to connect with their local parks, a free breakfast and activities for all to enjoy.
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FlicNics
When: 21 September 2024, 5:30pm - 9:00pm
Location: Various Palmerston Locations
Admission: Free
Location: Various Palmerston Locations
Admission: Free
Enjoy a free movie night under the stars in Palmerston.