Red CentreNATS
05 - 07 September 2025
The Ultimate Festival of Wheels, Red CentreNATS in Alice Springs attracts car lovers from all over Australia for a non-stop weekend of street cruising, drag racing, burn outs and much more.
Northern Territory Major Events Company
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Enriching the Northern Territory with incredible event experiences is what drives us. Since 1999 we’ve been delivering and supporting events from the Top End to the Red Centre. Guided by a commitment to grow industry capability, strengthen the Territory’s identity as an exciting place to live and work, and fuel economic growth, we take great pride in our diverse portfolio of events.
Explore our hallmark experiences – and award-winning – festivals and events and find out how you can work with us.
Current Events
MXGP
19 - 21 September 2025
FIM Motocross World Championship is coming to the Territory in 2025, featuring the established MXGP and MX2 classes as well as the FIM Women’s Motocross World Championship and a national support class
Million Dollar Fish
01 October 2025 - 31 March 2026
Million Dollar Fish is Australia’s richest fishing competition, giving anglers the chance to take home huge cash prizes by simply hooking onto a red-tagged barramundi.
Alice Springs Masters Games
10 - 17 October 2026
Held in the beautiful Red Centre, the Alice Springs Masters Games is a biennial multi-sport event that attracts participants from right across Australia.
Parrtjima – A Festival in Light 2026
To be announced
A unique celebration of Aboriginal art, culture, storytelling and more, Parrtjima - A Festival in Light takes place on Australia’s most stunning stage - the Red Centre landscape.
BASSINTHEGRASS
To be announced
The Territory’s biggest and best music festival BASSINTHEGRASS is an unmissable all-ages event held at Darwin’s iconic Mindil Beach.
BetR Darwin Triple Crown
To be announced
Since 1998 Darwin’s Hidden Valley Raceway has hummed to the tune of the Supercars as they battle it out for first place in front of thousands of fans.
NRL Dolphins to Play in Darwin
To be announced
NRL returns to the Top End - with a new team in town. The Dolphins are bringing elite rugby league back to the NT in 2026, 2027, and 2028.
Latest News
One long weekend, two vibrant celebrations of Indigenous cultures
29 July 2025
Indigenous cultures, dialogue, art, music, and ceremony will take centre stage across the Top End from Friday, 1 to Monday, 4 August as both Garma Festival and Desert Harmony Festival celebrate in North-East Arnhem Land and Barkly respectively.
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MXGP of Australia heats up with just eight weeks to go
23 July 2025
MXGP of Australia is shifting into gear, announcing the first half of Aussie wildcard riders to compete, confirming key event partners and a track that’s on-track to thrill.
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Olympians line up for 50th year of Top End clay target competition
21 July 2025
Clay target enthusiasts are in for a thrill as the Northern Territory State Down The Line Carnival returns for a historic 50th year, bringing four days of fierce competition and top-tier marksmanship to the Top End.
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