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Soak Tumble Dry
Soak Tumble Dry pop-up exhibition returns for a third year to Darwin CBD. This year's group exhibition showcases four photographers and a local sculptor in the empty On Safari shop...
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Around Town
Eggcellent School Holiday Fun
It’s Easter time and the school holidays are here, so what better time to get out and have some fun? With a bunch of activities on offer, including Easter events,...
Urban Jams
Wrap up Youth Week celebrations with a bang at Urban Jams, City of Palmerston’s vibrant closing event. Part expo, part street culture extravaganza, young people aged 10-18 are invited to...
Music
On the Record
Calling all music makers! On The Record returns for a third year, an exciting competition created by Air Raid Records to give Territory music acts the chance to win their...
The Owl and the Orchestra
Witladla tells the story of a little Muk Muk (owl) who’s lost his treasured necklace. Penned in 2017 by Larrakia Elder Aunty June Mills, she’s performed her beloved tale on...
Books and Film
Write On
They say everyone's got a story to tell. Entries are now open for the Young Territory Author Awards (YTTA), the prestigious literary prize back for a 33rd year to uncover...
Heck Yeah Deckchair!
Catching a flick on the big screen at Deckchair Cinema is a rite of passage for many a Territorian, and an absolute must on the itineraries of welcome visitors. After...
Visual Arts
Twice as Big as Texas
Hold on to your [cowboy] hats, as a Top End favourite makes a very welcome return. By Tierney Seccull Don Whyte Framing’s Off Cuts is back for its 10th anniversary...
Archie 100
In 1921, thanks to a bequest left by journalist JF Archibald after his passing in 1919, Australia's most esteemed portrait prize was established in an effort to foster the craft...
Festivals
Wide Open Perspectives
Central Australia’s eclectic and electrifying Wide Open Space festival returns for a 13th year this May Day weekend. Thinking of making the pilgrimage? Celebrate the creative and cultural delights of...
Fire, Smoke & Festivities
There's no disputing the Tiwi Islands and its people are renowned for two things – their love of footy and the vibrant art synonymous with the region. This month, you’re...
Performing Arts
Juggling Act
Hot on the heels of a successful stint on the Aussie festival circuit – picking up five-star reviews and awards along the way, if you don’t mind – Territory funny...
Multicultural Comedy Gala
A showcase of critically acclaimed comedians, including Georgie Carroll, George Kapiniaris and Ting Lim, hits stages in Darwin and Alice Springs for the Multicultural Comedy Gala – a must-see for...
Explore
Explore Territory
Since 2007, Off The Leash (OTL) has kept locals and welcome visitors in the loop with what’s on in the Top End, through a monthly magazine and comprehensive website, covering...
Keen to Explore?
We’ve got something to tell you. We’ve been busy chipping away in the background at an exciting new addition to Off The Leash. Drum roll, please… Introducing our new tourism...
Food and Drink
Eat, Drink & Be Merry
'Tis the season for celebrating, so here's a few festive treats to sink your teeth into! FESTIVE FEASTS Festive Piper-Heidsieck High Tea A classic champagne high tea with a festive...
Get Zen
There's nothing quite like kicking back with a cold one in the tropical Top End, the reliably warm weather beckoning us to enjoy a chilled tipple. But with some of...
Youth
NTYW - Get Involved
Celebrate NT Youth Week with a host of free events across the Top End. We’re talking movies, skating events, art, dance, esports and more. Remember, It’s Your Tomorrow. Confidence and...
It's Your Tomorrow
It’s Your Tomorrow is the message to the young people of the Territory for this year’s NT Youth Week, with nine days of events created by, and for, Territorians aged...