Darwin Convention Centre

We're proud to welcome COINN 2026 to the Darwin Convention Centre from 25-28 August 2026. Hosted by the Australian College of Neonatal Nurses, this international conference will bring together neonatal nursing professionals from across the globe to share knowledge, inspire innovation and advance neonatal care under the theme "Transforming Neonatal Care: Innovate, Influence, Inspire."

We look forward to showcasing Darwin's world-class conference facilities, vibrant culture and unforgettable Top End experiences to delegates from around the world.

Welcome to Darwin, COINN 2026! 🌏

👑 Welcome to the Darwin Convention Centre, Romance Queens of the Desert! 👑

Here's to three days of romance writing, inspiring conversations, creative connections and unforgettable memories.

Let's go Queens! 💕✨📚

Welcome to Darwin, delegates of the Australasian Council of Women and Policing (ACWAP) 2026 Seminar.

Over the next two days, policing professionals from across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific will come together for leadership, learning and meaningful connection under the theme, "Strength in Service. Unstoppable Together."

We're proud to host this important event at the Darwin Convention Centre and wish all delegates a successful and inspiring seminar.

It takes a community to create a great festival.

Over the past few weeks, our incredible kitchen team at the Darwin Convention Centre have been working behind the scenes to support the Darwin Festival, washing and preparing thousands of reusable cups to keep festival operations running smoothly.

What may seem like a simple task has made a meaningful contribution to one of the Territory's most iconic events, helping reduce waste, support sustainability initiatives and allow festival teams to focus on delivering unforgettable experiences for audiences.

We're proud of our team's willingness to step up and support our community through this corporate social responsibility initiative.

Thank you to everyone involved for demonstrating what community partnership looks like in action.

📸 members of our kitchen team who helped wash and prepare thousands of reusable cups for the Darwin Festival

DAAF 2026 opens today at the Darwin Convention Centre! 🎉

We're delighted to welcome the Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair (DAAF) back to Darwin Convention Centre as it opens today, celebrating an incredible 20 years of connecting audiences with the rich diversity and excellence of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art. 🎨✨

Join artists, art centres, collectors and visitors from across Australia for this landmark anniversary event.

📷 Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair 2025 at Darwin Convention Centre

Find out more: https://daaf.com.au/daaf-2026/

Darwin Convention Centre Illuminates Support: Shining Bright for Worthy Causes

Three colours. Three causes. One commitment to supporting our community.

💙 25 July | World Drowning Prevention Day
💜 26-27 July | DonateLife Week
💚 31 July | World Ranger Day

Throughout the past week, Darwin Convention Centre proudly illuminated our venue in support of these important awareness campaigns, helping to raise visibility for causes that save lives, inspire action and recognise those making a difference in our communities.

Celebrating the start of Darwin Festival!!

Tomorrow marks the opening of Darwin Festival, one of the Northern Territory's most iconic events and a highlight of the dry season calendar. Running from 5-23 August, the festival brings together an exciting celebration of arts, culture, music, food and storytelling in the heart of Darwin.

As a venue that welcomes visitors from across Australia and around the world, the Darwin Convention Centre is proud to support and promote events that showcase the unique spirit, creativity and vibrancy of our city.

We wish the Darwin Festival team, performers, partners and audiences a fantastic festival season and encourage everyone to get involved in this unforgettable celebration of the Top End. 🎭 🎶 🍴 ✨

📷 1 credit: Darwin Festival/Connor Askham

📷 2 credit: Darwin Festival/Duane Preston

📷 3 credit: Darwin Festival/Duane Preston

⚓ Don't miss your chance to see Urzila Carlson live in Darwin!

The comedy powerhouse is sailing into the Darwin Convention Centre with her hit show FATTY ON A YACHT for one unforgettable night of laughs.

📅 Monday 31 August
🕡 6.30pm
📍 Darwin Convention Centre

Gather your crew, book your seats and get ready for a comedy event you won't want to miss.

🎟 Tickets available via Live Nation - https://www.livenation.com.au/urzila-carlson-tickets-adp385777

Registrations are open for the ACWAP Development Seminar 2026, taking place at the Darwin Convention Centre on 20–21 August 2026.

Bringing together policing professionals from across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific, this inspiring two-day event will explore leadership, wellbeing, resilience, innovation and the future of policing under the theme "Strength in Service. Unstoppable Together." Delegates will hear from leading speakers, build valuable connections and celebrate excellence in policing at the Awards Dinner.

🎟️ Secure your place today: https://web-eur.cvent.com/event/59b181a5-d10a-42a0-bcde-677f546d6be4/summary

Image credit: NT Police Force

Welcome to Darwin, RMSANZ 2026!

The Darwin Convention Centre is delighted to welcome delegates to the Rehabilitation Medicine Society of Australia and New Zealand (RMSANZ) 9th Annual Scientific Meeting, taking place from 19–22 July 2026. With this year’s theme,“Bridging Rehabilitation Gaps,” we look forward to hosting inspiring discussions, innovation, collaboration, and connection in Australia’s vibrant tropical capital. Wishing all attendees a successful and memorable conference, and a warm Darwin welcome! 🌴☀️