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August 2026 in Darwin NT

Visit the Mindil Beach Sunset Markets on Thursdays 5-10pm and Sundays 4-9 pm. The Mindil Beach Sunset Market run from the last Thursday in April until the last Thursday in October.

- 3 August (Monday) 2026 – Picnic Day Public Holiday (see AU school and public holiday dates).

- 14 August (Friday) 2026 - Borroloola Show Day

 

15 - 23 August 2026 National Science Week

In-person and online events, virtual tours, DIY science and more, all across Australia, from 15 - 23 August

National Science Week is Australia’s annual celebration of science and technology. Running each year in August, it features more than 2,000 events around Australia, including those delivered by universities, schools, research institutions, libraries, museums and science centres.

https://www.scienceweek.net.au/

Children’s Book Week 2026: Symphony of Stories

CBCA Children’s Book Week celebrates Australian books, authors and illustrators for children.

Book Week is the longest running children’s festival in Australia. Every year, Book Week, which is run by the Children’s Book Council of Australia, aims to highlight and promote the importance and enjoyment of reading among young Australians.

Many schools, public libraries and children’s organisations run activities and dress-up parades throughout the week.

https://cbca.org.au/

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