One of the world’s top-ranked DJs is set to touch down in Darwin to spice up Territory Day festivities on August 29.
Timmy Trumpet was named among the top 10 DJs in the world by the UK’s DJ Mag last year and will light up the stage at Mindil Beach at 7pm before the fireworks light up the sky from 8.15pm.
Aussie alt rock band Eskimo Joe remains part of the Darwin celebrations, and will be on stage from 5.45pm, until Timmy Trumpet takes over.
Territory pop-punk band Danger Den and Darwin songbird Emily Penny will complete the line-up on the Mindil Beach stage hosted by DJ/MC Hello Bass.
Territory Day celebrations kicks off from 4pm and will take place across the Territory.
To find out more about what’s on near you, visit www.territoryday.nt.gov.au
Quotes from Minister for Major Events Natasha Fyles:
“Territorians are in for a treat with chart-topping musician Timmy Trumpet set to grace Darwin for Territory Day.
“We’re expecting a massive turnout for Territory Day events right across this great place we call home
“Festivities will begin from 4pm at Mindil Beach where people can get something to eat from the Sunset Markets before enjoying the show.”
Quote from 13-year-old Darwin-based singer-songwriter Emily Penny:
"I am really looking forward being a part of the Territory Day events here in Darwin - this will be the biggest crowd I have ever played to and we are so lucky to be able to celebrate like this. I am both excited and terrified all at the same time."
Quotes from Eskimo Joe Lead Singer Kav Temperley:
“I can't believe we are coming to Darwin to play Territory Day!
"In a year full of bad news this is going to be great fun and we can't wait to finally play a show, our first in over a year.”
Quotes from Timmy Trumpet:
“Every time I come to Darwin I have an amazing time. You guys know how to party! I can’t wait to play my brand new music that I’ve been working on all year. This is gonna be insane!”