Darwin Interactive Games & Innovative Technologies
The NT’s flagship creative tech festival
November 8, 2025 | Darwin Entertainment Centre
DiGiT is the Northern Territory’s new flagship festival celebrating the future of play, creativity, and technology – brought to you by
The Array [LEARN. MAKE. PLAY.]
Join us for a full-day pop culture and creative tech celebration at the
Darwin Entertainment Centre
from 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
on 08 November 2025.
From esports and VR arenas to digital art, live music, and hands-on workshops, DIGIT is where Territory talent meets global innovation.
DiGiT or Darwin Interactive Games & Innovative Technologies, is the Northern Territory’s new creative tech festival, showcasing the cutting edge of play, creativity, and technology. Presented by The Array under its guiding pillars LEARN. MAKE. PLAY., DiGiT is a high-energy, multi-sensory celebration of the digital frontier, Territory-style.
Born from the legacy of TROPiCON and reimagined with a creative tech focus, DiGiT brings together art, tech, culture, and community into one inclusive and immersive experience. The festival invites locals and visitors alike to explore where innovation meets imagination, at an an in-person Pop Culture and Creative Tech celebration at the Darwin Entertainment Centre on November 8, 2025.
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At LEARN, audiences will engage in workshops, panels, and talks led by world-class speakers and industry mentors. From the future of games and AI-driven storytelling to hands-on skill-building in film, game design, and virtual production, these sessions are designed to inspire and empower the next wave of digital creators.
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In the MAKE zone, creativity collides with technology. Discover hands-on showcases from maker spaces, creative technologists, student teams, and independent developers. Explore bold new formats for storytelling, tinker with tools of the future, and meet the creators shaping the Territory’s digital landscape.
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Then there’s PLAY… an energetic mix of activity and entertainment featuring cosplay competitions, VR and AR experiences, tabletop and miniature games, Pokémon Go activations, and yes, epic esports tournaments and live Twitch streams. A community lounge and chill-out zones offer space to unwind, while music performances and pop-up DJ sets keep the energy flowing.
DiGiT isn’t just an event; it’s a platform. A place to discover new ideas, launch big conversations, and spotlight Territory innovation on the national stage. Whether you're a student, a creative, a gamer, a tech entrepreneur, or just a curious local, DiGiT is your invitation to explore what’s next.
This is the NT’s creative future, bold, collaborative, and right on your doorstep.
What are you waiting for?
Why DiGiT Matters?
DiGiT is more than a pop culture festival, it’s a signal that the Northern Territory is ready to lead in the creative and digital economy.
By combining technology, storytelling, and community in one inclusive event, DiGiT creates a powerful platform to showcase local talent, attract national attention, and inspire the next generation of Territory creators. It connects schools to careers, startups to investors, and art to innovation, all in a uniquely Territorian setting.
In a region rich with culture, creativity, and potential, DiGiT positions the Northern Territory as a bold and future-focused player on the national tech and creative industries stage. It’s where industries discover fresh ideas, visitors experience the Territory’s edge, and locals get front-row access to the digital world of tomorrow.
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Cosy Corners for panels & speakers
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Sessions on game dev, digital storytelling & tech entrepreneurship
Workshops in film, VR, game design & more