Darwin International Laksa Festival
Date
2017-2019
Location
Sunday, 28th November 2021, State Square, Parliament House, Darwin
Sunday, 27th November 2022, State Square, Parliament House, Darwin
Sunday, 29th October 2023, State Square, Parliament House, Darwin
Client
Activate Darwin, Department of the Chief Minister and Cabinet
Northern Territory Government
The Challenge
Delivering a large-scale food festival on the lawns of Parliament House, a site with limited infrastructure and unpredictable weather, while maintaining guest comfort and flow.
Our Solution
We re-imagined the space with a giant weatherproof marquee, carefully positioned against sun and wind. Strategic site design kept amenities accessible and queues minimal. Partnering with our AV team and artistic collaborator Techy, we transformed an empty tent into a lively, thematic hub where light balanced atmosphere and function.
The Impact
The festival featured a main stage, tasting tent, and curated vendor spaces, supported by full safety and logistics planning. Family entertainment, local chefs, and cultural elements enriched the experience. Feedback drove innovations like smaller Laksa portions and sustainable theming, making the festival more inclusive and memorable each year.
