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Darwin Interactive Games & Innovative Technologies
The NT’s flagship creative tech festival
08 November 2025
AANT Centre
MAIN STAGE
The Playhouse
Spirited Away
11:00am - 1:00pm
Join us for a special screening of Hayao Miyazaki’s stunning film, “Spirited Away” – a 2001 animated fantasy film that follows a young girl named Chihiro who becomes trapped in a spirit world and must navigate challenges to save her parents and return home.
Psych3 - Dance Performance
2:00pm
One of Darwin's hottest dance crews will warm up the stage for the Cosplay crew with a super fun Dance performance!
Cosplay Parade and Winners Announced
2:15 - 3:00pm
We can't wait to see what Darwin's Cosplay community has in store this year!
Join us at the Main Stage for interviews with competition entrants, a Cosplay Parade and the announcement of competition winners!
Cosplay pre-entries are now closed. Entries will open again on the day of the event, but spaces are limited
Digital/Electronic & Live Music Showcase
3:15 - 4:30pm
Finish the day at the Main Stage with some of Darwin's most exciting up and coming young musicians.
Curated and mentored by James Mangohig and Caiti Baker this gig will leave you wanting more.
LEARN. MAKE. PLAY.
VR World - Mad Snake - Artist Alley - Maker Zone
Virtual Reality & Gaming
Step into new worlds at DiGiT with Amazing XR’s VR World, an immersive playground where you can join thrilling games to collaborative challenges, participants of all ages can experience the future of play.
Perfect for all experience levels – seated or standing, solo or multiplayer – these professionally managed VR experiences deliver unforgettable moments of laughter, teamwork, and discovery.
Mad Snake Cards and Game Lounge
The Mad Snake Chillout Lounge is your spot to unwind, connect, and play. Set in a relaxed, welcoming space, it’s the perfect place to meet friends, and recharge between sessions. Pull up a chair for a friendly card game or simply take a break from the screens.
Whether you’re a casual player or a social butterfly, the Lounge is where good vibes and great company meet.
Good Dog Animal Assist Chill Out
Come meet Good Dog Animal Assisted Therapy Dogs at DiGiT! This gentle yellow Labrador and her human, Hannah — a certified Therapy Dog Handler, researcher and social worker — bring smiles and calm wherever they go.
Don’t miss your chance to pat, cuddle and learn about the positive impact therapy dogs have in the Darwin community.
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Artist Alley & Maker Zone
Take a stroll through the Artist Alley & Makers Zones a vibrant mix of creativity, community, and collectibles! Discover local businesses, artists, and makers showcasing their products, from unique handmade creations to tech-inspired innovations.
Step into Kapow for geek culture merch, explore the delicious world of CandyLand, and browse a range of art, design, and product stalls celebrating Territory talent.
3D Modelling & Sculpting
Step into the world of 3D creation with Lukey 3D: a local business run by Luke Fronsko who specialises in photogrammetry, animation, 3D design, and 3D printing. In this hands-on space, you’ll have the chance to try digital sculpting and learn some 3D fundamentals, guided by Luke’s creative expertise.
Explore a showcase of a community created 3D printed objects and discover how 3D printing works through an interactive display and demonstrations.
ESPORTS & DIGITAL HAVEN
The Studio
League of Legends
NT v QLD
10:30am - 1:30pm*
Witness an epic clash as the Northern Territory’s finest League of Legends players take on an elite Queensland lineup featuring professional players from Ground Zero Gaming (the last Australian team to claim the national championship crown) and Southern Cross University!
Experience top-tier strategy, as both squads tackle this world's fearless format in a best of 3 series. Don’t miss this epic esports showdown - LIVE WATCH PARTY @ DiGiT.
NT Challengers Series
IBC GAME
1:45 - 3:00pm*
In a battle of cosmic proportions, we have the Territory's home grown strategy tabletop card game, Interplanetary Battle Cards (by Tangled Ventures) with this region's top ranked going using their best deck combinations in a final stand.
Will we see the defending Champion go back to back... or will a new Challenger capture the Crown?
Array Elite Series
TEKKEN 8 GRAND FINAL
3:30pm*
After a grueling season of fierce battles, the Territory’s Top 4 Tekken competitors are ready to clash for the inaugural AES Tekken 8 Crown!
Witness high-damage combos, clutch comebacks, rage art finishes, and pure competitive fire as only the best remain standing.
* Times are subject to change
INDUSTRY HUB
Panels and Talks in The Gallery
Be Seen, Be Real: The New Rules of Digital Influencers
Find Your Tribe: Building Digital Influence from the Top End
11:00 - 11:45am
How do you grow an audience that actually cares?
National & NT based creators and marketing pros share the honest, funny, and practical side of standing out online.
Learn how storytelling, confidence, and authenticity can help you grow your brand and open doors, no dance moves required.
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Big Ideas: Building Something Great in the NT
From kitchen tables to boardrooms, how innovation grows in the NT
12:00 noon - 12:45 pm
Every big idea starts with a spark, but how do you turn it into something real?
Hear from Territory founders, investors, and innovators on the first steps to make ideas happen: finding support, building connections, and turning “what if” into “what’s next.”
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The Sound of Play: How Music Shapes Gaming
Exploring how sound, story, and technology collide in game design
1:30 - 2:15pm
Behind every great game is a soundtrack that shapes emotion and experience.
Join award-winning composers and developers as they reveal how music brings games to life.
From Territory-made titles like Diets & Deities to adaptive sound design, explore the art and tech of gaming’s creative heartbeat.
Voices of Change: AI and our future
How will AI transform the future of education and jobs?
2:30 - 3:15 PM
Join us for a pivotal panel discussion as we navigate one of the most transformative conversations of our time.
As AI reshapes how we learn, work, and prepare the next generation for careers that don't yet exist, this panel offers a rare opportunity to hear from leaders who are actively shaping these changes from the frontlines.
Meet the panel
MEET THE MAKERS
Workshops in the Lounge
Collaborative Projection Mapping
Workshop
[11:30 AM - 13:15 PM]
Experience the energy of collaborative digital light art in this 45-minute interactive session where artists and audiences create a live projection artwork together.
Professional projection artist Shane Eecen will guide participants through the creative and technical process using MadMapper — the same professional software used for major festivals and architectural light projections worldwide.
Want to be part of the projection?
Download the official template and submit your artwork by Friday 7 October to be featured in the live showcase.
From Meltdowns to Moments of Calm
One simple tool to help your family reset
[1:00 - 1:45 PM]
Have you ever felt like your child turns into a different person after too much screen time? Well, you’re not imagining it and you are not alone. This session is for parents who are navigating digital overload/overwhelm and are looking for a grounded, practical way to help kids reset.
Bronwyn Clee will introduce her tool, The 4By4, a simple nervous system tool designed to help children (and their grown-ups!) feel safer, calmer, and more connected, even in high-stimulation environments.
No shame, no blame, no expert talk. One simple rule. One simple tool.
Content Club
Live at DiGiT
[2:15 - 2:45 PM]
This relaxed, practical session with OutBack Tom and Dante St James explores how to show up online in a way that feels like you, and how to connect with people who care about the same things.
Together, they’ll help you take the first step toward creating content that feels natural, not forced.
You don’t need to be a tech whiz or influencer to join. If you’ve ever wanted to share your story online but didn’t know where to start, this workshop is your chance to find your voice, your rhythm, and your people.
Start up Lounge
Ask Me Anything
[3:15 - 3:45 PM]
Got an idea bubbling away but not sure where to start? This hands-on workshop, Funding Your Creative Idea: Ask Us Anything, brings together three champions of innovation, Joel Connolly, Dakoda Barker, and Waz Fryer, for a real-talk session on turning creative sparks into projects that actually happen.
From games and festivals to community ventures, they’ve all helped people find funding, collaborators, and momentum.
This session is casual, interactive, and completely open, no jargon, no slides, just straight answers and honest stories.
If you’ve ever thought “I’ve got an idea, but…” this is your chance to ask questions, get practical advice, and walk away with one clear next step to move your idea forward.
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Frequently Asked
Questions
Find out about the AANT Centre's accessibility options HERE
Cosplay registrations will close on 29 Oct. To be considered for a prize entrants must register before the event.
Registrations will be taken on the day, but will not be eligible for a prize.
Enter HERE
AANT Centre is located at 93 Mitchell St, Darwin CBD.
The closest parking is under the Centre at the DoubleTree by Hilton underground carpark, with access via both Mitchell St and The Esplanade. The carpark uses licence recognition for payment on exit by card only.DoubleTree by Hilton underground carpark prices
0 – 1 hour: $1.50
1 – 2 hours: $3.00
2 – 3 hours: $4.50
3 – 4 hours: $6.00
4 – 10 hours: $7.50
10 – 24 hours: $12.50Public transport can be taken to Mitchell St. Timetables can be found here.
Snacks and drinks will be available for purchase throughout the day at the AANT Centre.
Food Trucks:
Vegetarian, Vegan and Gluten Free options will be available
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