July 2026 in Darwin and the Northern Territory
On the first of July each year, Territory Day marks the commencement of self government in the Territory on 1 July 1978. The day is celebrated with fireworks, including the famous Territory Day fireworks at Mindil Beach. This is the only day of the year, apart from the Chinese New Year, when fireworks are permitted in the Northern Territory.
3 July (Friday) 2026 – Alice Springs Show Day – Regional public holiday
10 July (Friday) 2026 – Tennant Creek Show Day – Regional public holiday
14 July (Tuesday) 2026 – Beginning of Semester 2, Term 3 in NT schools for students. See BCL’s School and Public Holidays page for more information.
17 July (Friday) 2026 – Katherine Show Day – Regional public holiday
24 July (Friday) 2026 – Darwin Show Day – Regional public holiday