Darwin
We’re thrilled to bring Ignite Conference to Darwin in the Northern Territory, hosted by the Diocese of Darwin
I warmly welcome the opportunity for our Diocese of Darwin to host Ignite Conference in June. It is a great blessing for our local Church — for our young people, their families, and all who long to deepen their faith.
This event offers a space where hearts can be renewed, friendships strengthened, and Christ encountered in a real and life-giving way. In our unique and diverse Northern Territory context, it is especially important that we create opportunities for our young people to come together, to be encouraged in their faith, and to know that they belong to a vibrant and hopeful Church.
I invite all of us to pray for all who will participate and serve, that through this time together the Lord may awaken fresh hope, courage and joy in our Diocese.
Bishop Charles Gauci
Bishop of Darwin
19 - 21 June 2026
Friday afternoon to Sunday lunchtime
mackillop catholic college
285 Farrar Blvd, Johnston NT 0832
2026 Darwin Schedule
Friday 19th June
4:00pm Registration
6:00pm Opening Party
6:30pm Opening Night Rally
8:15pm Close
Saturday 20th June
7:30am Mass available (optional)
8:00am Day Registration
9:00am Morning Rally
11:00am Morning Tea
11:30am Keynotes
12:30pm Lunch
2:00pm Workshop Electives
3:00pm Break
3:30pm Workshop Electives
4:30pm Dinner
6:00pm Night Rally
8:15pm Close
Sunday 21st June
8:00am Day Registration
9:00am Mass
10:15am Brunch
10:45am Keynotes
12:00pm Closing Rally
1:30pm Conference Close
Ignite Kids
Saturday: 9:00am - 12:30pm
Sunday: 10:45am - 1:30pm
Note: Arrive 30min prior to the start time each day. The Sunday program starts after Mass at 9:00am
Schedule subject to change.
Details schedule available Soon
Meals
Catering - Friday to Sunday
Ignite Conference is a catered conference (Friday to Sunday). To enable smooth catering processes, you will choose your menu type during registration. All meals are nut and shellfish free.
Updated 6/6/25
Coffee & Snacks
A coffee shop and canteen will be onsite throughout the event.
BYO Meals Option
Those with particularly sensitive dietary needs or who would feel more comfortable providing their own food can choose the ‘No Meals’ option during registration.
Those who choose this option will receive a voucher that can be used at the IY store during the conference or our online store during September-October. Full time delegates (adult/high) will receive a $50 voucher. Part-time delegates (eg day/weekend) will receive a voucher appropriate to their registration.
NB. The ‘no meals’ option does not apply to Ignite Kids, as they already have a simpler menu. Please contact us if your child has particularly sensitive needs, and if a parent will be present at the conference to provide any required meals.
Nut Free Venue
Please note that it is a nut-free venue. If you are bringing meals or snacks onsite, please ensure they do not contain nuts.
Transport
Parking
All delegates are recommended to use the parking in the school carpark.
Maps reference: 285 Farrar Blvd, Johnston NT 0832
Please follow directions from our volunteer parking ushers.
Parking in the area can be a challenge and our attendants will be working hard and keeping a big smile on their face. We recommend car-pooling where possible.
Drop Off Zones
Short term drop off/pick up is available at the front of the school in the carpark for all delegates, including Ignite Kids.
Please contact us to discuss coach parking if required.
