Parrtjima – A Festival in Light returns to the heart of Australia from 4-13 April 2025, offering a spectacular celebration of culture, art, and technology under the starry skies of the Red Centre. The 2025 festival, marking its 10th iteration, will explore the theme of Timelessness, celebrating the enduring connection between generations through music, song, and oral storytelling.
Parrtjima showcases how contemporary technology explores ancient cultural expressions, while honouring sacred traditions that connect us to ancestors and the wisdom of the past.
The event is free to attend and runs nightly. By registering for ‘Any Day Festival Admission,’ attendees can access the venue on any evening throughout the festival, with tickets valid for multiple nights. The venue is open from 6:00pm to 10:00pm, with speakers and workshop sessions starting at 6:45pm throughout the week and Live Music every night from 7:30pm.
Live Music
Opening weekend will feature performances by Troy Cassar-Daley, a Welcome Ceremony, and Buy Blak Markets.
Darwin Symphony Orchestra – Unreserved Guaranteed Seating and Pre-Performance (Sold Out)
For the first time, Parrtjima will feature a spectacular performance by the Darwin Symphony Orchestra, consisting of 65 musicians, during the closing weekend on Saturday, 12 April. This open-air performance promises to be a breathtaking 90-minute music and light experience, as the orchestra takes the stage alongside the celebrated Desert Divas: Catherine Satour, Casii Williams, and Bronwyn Stuart. The evening will also feature Gurrulwa Guligi (Big Wind) by Bilawara Lee and Netanela Mizrahi, adding a powerful cultural and artistic touch, complemented by a selection of orchestral favourites.
Please note, the ticketed performance is now sold out.
Seating Map for Darwin Symphony Orchestra Performance
To ensure you have the best possible experience during the Darwin Symphony Orchestra performance, please refer to the seating map below. It outlines the available seating options for the open-air concert on Saturday, 12 April.
