Destination NT

Destination NT was held 4-8 November 2025 and included a conference, forums, sector specific conversations and workshops, stakeholder networking, and finish with a celebration of industry excellence at the 2025 Brolga Northern Territory Tourism Awards.

Developed in response to industry feedback, Destination NT provided a refreshed approach to engagement and development, creating space for shared learning, stronger networks and greater collective impact. Destination NT 2025 had over 2025 attendees.

The theme for 2025 was – Connect, Collaborate, Celebrate.

• Connect: Strengthen connections between industry, community and government.
• Collaborate: Build learning, capacity, partnerships and a unified vision for the NT visitor economy.
• Celebrate: Recognise excellence across the NT visitor economy.

Destination NT will be held in Alice Springs in November 2026. We look forward to announcing the 2026 program of events and dates soon.

Program snapshot

Wednesday 11 November

Sector Day

Short sessions, case studies and panels highlighting emerging opportunities in key priority sectors. This day is designed to connect businesses with ideas, partners and pathways for growth in new sectors.

Thursday 12 November

Aboriginal Tourism Forum

Celebrating the NT Aboriginal tourism sector, the Forum focuses on opportunities to share knowledge and experiences and establish and strengthen relationships between Aboriginal entrepreneurs and key stakeholders.

Global Market Update

Understand the latest insights on global trends and updates, key source markets and strategic opportunities for the NT’s international visitor growth.

Friday 13 November

Destination NT Conference

The full-day Conference is designed to inform, inspire and connect tourism, event and hospitality businesses through keynote speakers, breakout sessions and workshops and practical insights.

Partner’s Networking Reception

An exclusive evening offering meaningful networking opportunities between Northern Territory tourism leaders, industry and event partners.

Saturday 14 November

Brolga Northern Territory Tourism Awards Gala

The Brolga Awards honour and celebrate excellence and achievement across the visitor economy in the Northern Territory. The gala event brings together tourism operators, partners and dignitaries from across the NT to celebrate the people and businesses delivering outstanding visitor experiences.

Partnership opportunities

The Department of Tourism and Hospitality invites organisations and stakeholders to become a valued partner in Destination NT, celebrating industry excellence and the resilience and unique character that define the Northern Territory’s visitor economy.

With the theme Territory Spirit, Destination NT offers an opportunity to align your brand with learning and opportunity and to join with hundreds of operators, stakeholders and decision-makers from across the Territory.

Download the prospectus now (PDF, 1.6MB) and please get in touch with our team at [email protected] or call (08) 8951 8158 to confirm your interest or discuss a tailored opportunity.

Partnership agreements are to be finalised by 14 October 2026, to ensure all benefits can be fulfilled.