THIS WEEK · 2–8 NOVEMBER 2026
Darwin This Week.
Territory makers, chamber music and creative family time, alongside wet-season weekly favourites.
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Annual makers’ market
Tactile Arts Christmas Makers Markets
Sat 7 & Sun 8 Nov · 9am–4pm
Territory Netball Stadium, Marrara, Darwin
Admission price not published · purchases extraMeet Territory makers selling ceramics, textiles, jewellery, glass and other handmade work. The organiser confirms both dates and hours; check with Tactile Arts for admission details. No age restriction is stated.
One-off · concert
The Lovers: The Heart of Community
Sun 8 Nov · 4:15–6pm
Darwin Supreme Court, State Square, Darwin
Adult $40 · concession $35 · youth/unwaged $10 · children freeArafura Music Collective closes its season with Bach, Tchaikovsky and Australian music, including a new work by Annette Anderson. Family audiences welcome. Council lists the youth tier as ages 12–20; select the Darwin performance when booking.
New in Friday review · recurring weekend market
Rapid Creek Markets
Sat 7 & Sun 8 Nov · 7am–2pm
Rapid Creek Business Village, 48 Trower Road, Rapid Creek
Free entry · purchases extraTropical produce, Asian food and breakfast stalls, with most stalls undercover. The operator confirms Saturday and Sunday trading year-round. Family-friendly; pets are not permitted.
Recurring library programme
Family Story Time
Sat 7 Nov · 10–10:30am
Darwin City Library, Civic Centre, 17 Harry Chan Avenue
FreeSongs, rhymes and stories for a relaxed weekend visit to the library. All ages welcome with their families. This programme runs throughout the year.
Recurring library programme
Darwin Social Chess Club
Sun 8 Nov · 4:15–6:15pm
Casuarina Library, 17 Bradshaw Terrace, Casuarina
FreePlay chess with a community club at the library. Council welcomes players of all ages; a low-cost, air-conditioned Sunday option.
Ongoing exhibition
2026 Telstra NATSIAA
Mon 2–Sun 8 Nov · 10am–4pm daily
MAGNT, 19 Conacher Street, The Gardens, Darwin
FreeExplore contemporary Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art across two galleries. The exhibition spans established and emerging artists and diverse connections to Country. No age restriction is stated by the museum.
Recurring market
Parap Village Markets
Sat 7 Nov · 8am–2pm
Parap Village, Vickers Street, Parap
Free entry · purchases extraBrowse tropical produce, food, flowers and Territory crafts. A family-friendly market running every Saturday, rain or shine. Dogs are restricted in the market area during operation.
Recurring wet-season class
Healthy Darwin: Aqua HIIT
Sat 7 Nov · 8–8:45am
Darwin Ski Club pool, 20 Conacher Street, Fannie Bay
$5 per session + required $15 annual club membershipA 45-minute water-based workout with buoyancy belts provided. No booking required. The organiser welcomes different fitness levels but does not state a minimum age; check with the instructor before bringing children.