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Illuminating the worlds oldest culture

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Parrtjima 2026 will take place on Arrernte Country from 10-19 April.

Parrtjima is an extraordinary FREE 10-night festival in the stunning Red Centre, with an incredible program featuring light installations, artworks, workshops, music and talks. Parrtjima 2026 will take place on Arrernte Country from 10-19 April.

Parrtjima Throughout the Years

Over the past ten years, Parrtjima – A Festival in Light, has grown into one of the most significant events in the Northern Territory, attracting visitors from all over the world.

Here are five things to expect at Parrtjima 2026

A light spectacular like no other Parrtjima transforms the Central Australian desert into a breathtaking light spectacle, rivalling other Australian light festivals while offering a truly unique experience.

A person kneels beside a child who touches a glowing, patterned cylindrical structure, casting intricate shadows on the ground at night.

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Parrtjima is an extraordinary FREE 10-night festival in the stunning Red Centre, with an incredible program featuring light installations, artworks, workshops, music and talks.

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