Food guide to 2025 Darwin Festival
This year, Darwin Festival is dishing out its biggest-ever foodie line up ever with a Taste of Darwin program that will keep tastebuds singing and belts loosening.
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This year, Darwin Festival is dishing out its biggest-ever foodie line up ever with a Taste of Darwin program that will keep tastebuds singing and belts loosening.
From banquets to bar trails, tantalising food fare at the always-buzzing Festival Park to wine tasting – there are endless excuses to stay out way past bedtime.
Here’s your guide to creative culinary events on offer.
Makan Club
Saturday 9 and Friday 22 August
More than dinner, this four-course experience blends local produce with Indigenous
art and storytelling, exploring the cultural connections that shape the way we eat. A
multisensory journey worth settling in for.
Golden Hour Bar Trail
Tuesday 12 and Wednesday 13 August
Choose your vibe: a glamorous 1920s-style bar hop through Hanky Panky, Stonehouse and Baraki, or a lush tropical crawl via Bar Kokomo, Charlie’s and Darling Pasta Club. Either way, your tastebuds win.
An Idiot’s Guide to Wine: Volume 3
Tuesday 12 – Thursday 14 August
Comedian Merrick Watts returns with fresh wines, bolder varietals, and plenty of
idiotic tales in this comedy tasting experience. Expect to laugh, learn, and maybe
spill a drop.
Waterfront Cocktail Trail
Thursday 14 August
Signature cocktails, snacks, and behind-the-bar secrets from Darwin Waterfront’s
best – including Wharf One, Hot Tamale, Chow, Snapper Rocks, Dock One, and
Oyster Bar. All while The NEO Horns soundtrack your stroll.
Festival Park
Indulge in quick bites or a leisurely feast at the much-loved festival hub.
Hanuman makes its long-awaited return alongside newcomer Flora’s Temper
Mexicantina. Enjoy Bamboo Lounge’s Southeast Asian flavours and head to Hugs Panim for Thai classics. And of course, festival staple wood-fired pizzas from Cucina sotto le Stelle keep
everyone happy. And while you are there, raise a glass to new partner, Alice Springs Brewing Co, whose exceptional Territory-crafted beers add a refreshing twist to the festival. And
of course, save some room for Trampoline Gelato’s festival-only flavours.
Full program details and tickets at darwinfestival.org.au
Originally published as Food guide to 2025 Darwin Festival
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