Territory Day 2027

Territory Day

Thursday, 1 July 2027 - NORTHERN TERRITORY

The Territory will come alive with fireworks*, concerts and community events to recognise the day the NT declared independence from the Commonwealth Government in 1978.

Territory Day is a chance for Territorians to celebrate this incredible place we call home.

Every year on 1 July, the Territory comes alive with fireworks, concerts and community events to recognise the day the NT declared independence from the Commonwealth Government in 1978.

*Fireworks

Cracker Night

Cracker Night is a key celebration part of Territory Day.

Fireworks can be purchased in the Northern Territory but only on Territory Day each year.

Only purchase fireworks from licence retailers and only buy the quantity you can safely let off within the allowable time.

Buying Rules

Date and Time: Sales are legal only on July 1st from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm.
Ignition Time: You may only light them on July 1st between 6:00 pm and 11:00 pm.
Disposal: Unused fireworks must be returned or handed in by noon on July 2nd.

Retailers: Purchases must be made from licensed NT WorkSafe approved vendors.

Licenced Retailers

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worksafe.nt.gov.au Approved by the PM

The Territory: The Place We Call Home

The Territory is full of amazing individuals who call this place home.

While some are born and bred, many have come from across the country or overseas to root themselves in the red soil. Others have come on holiday for a visit, left and then found themselves returning months or even years later to make this unique place home.