Commercial Outdoor Activities

Important message

Changes to Library access and book drop

Construction of the new Civic Centre building will soon commence. The current Civic Centre carpark and nearby entrance will be closed from Monday 28 April and remain closed while works take place. The City Library will remain open and will be accessible from the Civic Centre Customer Services’ entry near Civic Park.

Please note that the City Library returns chute will be temporarily unavailable. A new Book Drop will be installed at the Cavenagh St side of the Civic Centre soon.

We kindly ask all customers to:

return items inside the Library during opening hours, or
use one of the 24/7 return chutes located at Casuarina, Nightcliff or Karama libraries.

For more information about the project, please go here.

We apologise for the inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.

City of Darwin permits innovative commercial activities to occur on public land and roads in the Darwin municipality through a straightforward permit process.

By obtaining a permit from the City of Darwin, you’re helping to create an activated, safe, and enjoyable atmosphere in Darwin’s public places. The permit process is supports local businesses and ensure that community spaces remain accessible for all.

Commercial activities include, but not limited to:

•   Busking and street performing
•   Outdoor food and beverage areas (e.g., dining and licensed areas)
•   Parklets
•   Outdoor classes (e.g., fitness activities and art workshops)
•   Street food stalls
•   Tourist coach parking near Bennett Park
•   Other commercial activities

The following sections outline what these activities entail, the application process and other requirements.

Commercial Outdoor Activities Policy

This policy provides a comprehensive overview of the regulatory framework for commercial activities on public land, detailing our approach to effectively managing public spaces. Learn more about the policy.

Commercial Outdoor Activities Guidelines

These guidelines detail each activity type, operational expectations, and specific considerations for various commercial setups on City of Darwin land. Learn more about the guidelines.