Study in Australia's Northern Territory

10/06/2026

🏃The NT City2Surf is the Territory's largest mass participation sporting event returns this Sunday the 14th with 4 exciting races and family-friendly festivities!

🏁NTCITY2SURF 13KM - a new course
📍Starting on the Darwin Esplanade and finishing at Mindil Beach Reserve
⏰6:45am start

🏁MINISURFER 4KM - run or walk
📍Starts and finishes at the Mindil Beach
⏰6:50am start for runners and 7am start for walkers

🏁MACCA'S MILE 1.6KM - children's mini-marathon
📍Starts and finishes at the Mindil Beach
⏰8:30am start

Registrations close 3pm Saturday the 13th and prices vary depending on the race. For more information visit ➡️ https://www.ntcity2surf.com.au/
📷Image credit: NT City2Surf

10/06/2026

🌍⚽ BIG SCREEN. BIG ENERGY. BIG FOOTBALL PARTY. ⚽🌍

Study NT x Football Northern Territory are bringing the World Cup excitement to the NT Football Grounds!

Join us for two massive watch parties with football fans, international students and the NT community cheering together LIVE on the big screen 🔥

🇦🇺 Australia vs Turkiye
📅 14 June | ⏰ 1pm for 1:30pm start
Register here ➡️ https://bit.ly/43IeVFi

🏆 World Cup Final
📅 20 July | ⏰ 4am for 4:30am start
Register here ➡️ https://bit.ly/3QfDA0Q

Expect great vibes, passionate fans and unforgettable football moments 🎉

For more information, visit ➡️ https://studynt.nt.gov.au/events/2026-world-cup-watch-party-nt

06/06/2026

💛 What a night at Harmony Soirée 2026! 🌏✨

From quiz winners and photo booth fun to laughter, conversations, and cultural connections, it was amazing to see so many people come together and celebrate the diversity that makes the Northern Territory so special 🎉

A huge thank you to everyone who visited the Study NT booth and joined our activities. Your energy, stories, and smiles made the night unforgettable 🙌

Thank you to the Northern Territory Government, Darwin Waterfront Corporation, Darwin Community Arts, and the Multicultural Council of the NT for delivering another incredible Harmony Soirée, and to our amazing Study NT Student Ambassadors for bringing our booth activations to life 💙

🎥 More Harmony Soirée highlights are on the way — stay tuned! ✨

05/06/2026

🇬🇷 Don’t miss the Darwin GleNTi festival this weekend — one of the Northern Territory’s largest multicultural events! 🎉

Held on the beautiful Darwin Esplanade, this lively 2-day festival is packed with:
✨ Authentic Greek food
✨ Live music and traditional dancing
✨ Cultural performances and entertainment
✨ Family-friendly activities in a welcoming atmosphere

Join thousands of locals and visitors to experience the warmth of Greek hospitality, connect with community, and celebrate cultural diversity right here in the Territory.


📷Image credit: Darwin GleNTi

04/06/2026

🌵🏁 Experience one of Australia’s wildest adventures from 5-8 June!
The Tatts Finke Desert Race is a legendary 2-day off-road race through the heart of the Territory, from Alice Springs to the remote Aputula (Finke) community. 🚗💨
This iconic event is one of the biggest sporting experiences in the Northern Territory, and one of the toughest desert races in the world!

🔥 Think:
- 460km of rugged desert terrain
- Hundreds of competitors racing bikes, buggies and trucks
- An unforgettable outback atmosphere

Whether you’re into motorsport, adventure or just keen to explore Australia’s Red Centre, the Finke Desert Race is a must-see NT experience.


📷Image credit: Tatts Finke Desert Race

04/06/2026

🌿 Experience Culture, Country and Community at Barunga Festival🎶

Held over a 3-day long weekend near Katherine, this welcoming, family-friendly festival invites you to connect with Aboriginal culture through:
✨ Traditional music and dance
✨ Art exhibitions and cultural talks
✨ Bush medicine workshops
✨ Exciting sports, from spear throwing to basketball

You’ll camp under the stars, meet people from across the Northern Territory and beyond, and be welcomed by Traditional Owners into a rich cultural experience you won’t find anywhere else.
🌏 Open to all — a perfect adventure for international students looking to explore, learn and connect.
📍 Barunga (approx. 80 km southeast of Katherine)
🎒 Pack your tent and bring your curiosity!

Visit their website for more information and to purchase tickets: https://barungafestival.com.au/


📷Image credit: Barunga Festival

02/06/2026

⚽🎉 WORLD CUP WATCH PARTY 🎉⚽

Can't make it all the way to the World Cup? Football fans — this is your invitation to be part of the action!

Join Study NT and Football Northern Territory at the NT Football Grounds as we watch the World Cup LIVE on the BIG SCREEN alongside fellow football fans from across the Territory 🌍🔥

📅 Australia 🇦🇺 vs Turkiye 🇹🇷
🕜 14 June | 1pm for 1:30pm kick-off
Register here: https://bit.ly/43IeVFi

📅 World Cup Final 🏆
🕟 20 July | 4am for 4:30am kick-off
Register here: https://bit.ly/3QfDA0Q

Expect:
🎶 Match-day atmosphere
📺 Big screen viewing
⚽ Football freestylers and Team face painting
🌏 International community vibes
🔥 A party you don’t want to miss!

Bring your friends and your family, wear your colours and cheer loud!

Join in our social media and game day competitions ➡️ https://studynt.nt.gov.au/events/world-cup-watch-party-nt

www.studynt.nt.gov.au

26/05/2026

🌏✨ The annual Harmony Soiree is a celebration of the Northern Territory's diverse multicultural community, featuring live music, cultural performances, international food vans, and community stalls.🙌

Visit the Study NT booth ( #11) and meet our 2026 Student Ambassadors! Here’s what you can look forward to:
📸 Interactive photo booth
🌏 “Guess the Country” cultural quiz
🎁 Fun prizes to win
🎥 Social video activities with our student ambassadors

🗓 Saturday, 30 May 2026
⏰ 4:30pm – 8:30pm
📍 Darwin Waterfront
See you there 🌏💫

21/05/2026

🤠 Ready for the ultimate Aussie country experience? Grab your cowboy hat and head to the Litchfield Rural Show!🐴🎡
International students - this is your chance to experience a true Northern Territory tradition with:
🐄 Farm animals & equestrian events
🎶 Live music & entertainment
🍔 Delicious local food
🔥 Saturday night fireworks spectacular

The Litchfield Rural Show is happening at its brand-new home at Livingstone Recreation Reserve on 23–24 May 2026! ✨
Bring your friends, soak up the Top End vibes, and experience a weekend of community, culture and country fun.

🎟️ Tickets available now via the official website

Image credit: Litchfield Rural Show formerly Freds Pass Rural Show

20/05/2026

Study breaks look better in the NT.. 🌴
Looking for the ultimate international student experience in Australia’s Top End? Head to Mindil Beach Sunset Market for incredible food, live music, local art and one of the best sunsets in the world (that’s worthy of an applause)✨
Global street food 🍜
Great vibes 🙌

📍 Darwin, Northern Territory
🗓️ Every Thursday & Sunday
📅 April - October
⏰ 4pm – 9pm

Tag your crew and make Mindil your next sunset catch-up..



Image credit: NT Australia