Seeing a movie at Deckchair Cinema is like a rite of passage for anyone visiting Darwin – and honestly, it's a favourite for locals too. As long as you’re visiting in the dry season, you can expect to recline in those iconic striped lounge chairs under the open sky on a balmy evening. Forgot a cushion? No worries — there’s a box of them waiting, but it’s first-come, first-served!
The program is just as diverse as the city itself, with a mix of blockbuster hits, indie gems and arthouse favourites to suit every mood. Each screening is paired with a different local business handling the catering, so you can grab a casual dinner or a cheeky cocktail before the movie while the sun dips below the horizon. And yes, local wildlife is very much part of the charm — keep an eye on your snacks, because curious possums are known to make off with anything from popcorn to pastries.