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Desert Mob

Araluen Arts Centre

Presented by Desart, Desert Mob brings together hundreds of artists to celebrate desert culture in the heart of Australia. One of the nation's oldest Aboriginal art festivals, Desert Mob features an exhibition, art market and artist talks and presentations, as well as public programs and satellite events throughout Mparntwe (Alice Springs). From the Opening Night celebration to community studio visits, evening curator talks, art workshops and musical performances, Desert Mob is a cultural event for all the community. Desert Mob is proudly presented by Desart, the peak arts body for Central Australian Aboriginal Arts Centres. Program details to be announced.
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Desert Mob 2025 with Marlene Panangka Rubuntja of Yarrenyty Arltere Artists.
Desert Mob 2025 featuring works by Warlukurlangu Artists and Hermannsburg Potters.
Coralie Kunmanara Williams of Tangentyere Artists at Desert Mob 2025 Opening night.
Louise Robertson, Yarrenyty Arltere Artists, Soft Sculpture Workshop at Desert Mob Marketplace 2025.
Models of Yarrenyty Arltere Artists fashion collection backstage at Desert Mob Artist Talks 2025.
Warren H Williams performing at Desert Mob 2025 Opening night.
Hayley Panangka Coulthard, Hermannsburg Potters at the ceramics workshop, Desert Mob Marketplace.
Ngangkari traditional healer, NPY Women’s Council, presenting at Desert Mob Artist Talks 2025.
Imuna Kenta and Sylvanna Kenny of Tjanpi Desert Weavers at Desert Mob 2025 opening night.
When
06 October, 2026
Venue
Araluen Arts Centre
Contact
Social
Location and Directions61 Larapinta Drive Araluen Northern Territory 0870 Australia
Directions in Google Maps
Product Types
  • Exhibition and Shows
  • Concerts or Performances
  • Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks
  • Food and Wine
  • Markets
Facilities
  • Cafe
  • Carpark
  • Family Friendly
  • Non Smoking
  • Parents Room
  • Public Telephone
  • Public Toilet
  • Restaurant
  • Shop / Gift Shop
Indigenous Culture
  • Indigenous themes and/or interpretation
Tourism Organisation
  • NT - Tourism Central Australia
Accessibility
  • Actively welcomes people with access needs.
Accessibility Information
  • Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
  • Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
Dates
  • Wednesday 07 October, 2026 - Confirmed Event
  • Thursday 08 October, 2026 - Confirmed Event
  • Friday 09 October, 2026 - Confirmed Event
  • Saturday 10 October, 2026 - Confirmed Event
  • Sunday 11 October, 2026 - Confirmed Event
  • Monday 12 October, 2026 - Confirmed Event
  • Tuesday 13 October, 2026 - Confirmed Event
  • Wednesday 14 October, 2026 - Confirmed Event
  • Thursday 15 October, 2026 - Confirmed Event
  • Friday 16 October, 2026 - Confirmed Event
  • Saturday 17 October, 2026 - Confirmed Event
  • Sunday 18 October, 2026 - Confirmed Event
  • Monday 19 October, 2026 - Confirmed Event
  • Tuesday 20 October, 2026 - Confirmed Event
  • Wednesday 21 October, 2026 - Confirmed Event
  • Thursday 22 October, 2026 - Confirmed Event
  • Friday 23 October, 2026 - Confirmed Event
  • Saturday 24 October, 2026 - Confirmed Event
  • Sunday 25 October, 2026 - Confirmed Event

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