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Join us for brand new Cinematic experience in the heart of the Darwin CBD

Northern Lights NT  "
  • Home
  • Headphone Cinema
  • Our Work
  • About us
  • NORTHERN LIGHTS NT BLOG
  • Interactive installations
  • Core Capabilities
  • Interactive projections
  • Radicle Centre CDU
  • Darwin laksa Festival
  • NTCA Dinner
  • THE CUBE Geekfest 2023
  • Tropicon 2023
  • CDU Graduations Casuarina
  • V8 SUERCARS Convoy
  • Semi Trailer Cinema
  • Light Up The Anzac Spirit
  • Coming Soon
  • Showreel
  • Subscribe
  • Contact
  • Interactive installations

Northern Lights NT Headphone Cinema

🎧 Catch us while you can!

The clock’s ticking for the 2025 Northern Lights NT Headphone Cinema Season— join us to experience cinema under the stars in the NT.

Every Friday Night!

Don’t miss out.

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Welcome to Northern Lights NT Headphone Cinema

FUL MOON RISING OVER THE NORTHERN LIGHTS NT HEADPHONE CINEMA

Thank you for joining us under the stars for a unique cinematic experience.


Whether you're here for the first time or returning for another screening, we’re thrilled to bring the magic of movies—with audio delivered straight to your ears.


Our headphone cinema offers immersive, high-fidelity audio, bringing you closer to the story while preserving the natural ambiance of our stunning outdoor locations.


We provide high-quality over-ear headphones with rich sound fidelity—or you can bring your own and sync directly using our partner app, Cinewav


Season Dates: Join us  each Friday night throughout the dry season for unforgettable Headphone cinema nights.
🗓️ June 27 – September 30, 2025


Northern Lights NT Headphone Cinema GALLERY

 Cinema In the Heart of the Darwin CBD.

Northern Lights NT Headphone Cinema 

USE YOUR OWN HEADPHONES VIA THE CINEWAV APP OR OUR GREAT  OVER EAR RF HEADPHONES AT THE NORTHERN LIG

 Grab your headphones and join us in the Heart of the Darwin CBD.

Northern Lights NT Headphone Cinema 

OUR CBD LOCATION HAS AN AWESOME 5M WIDEC SCREEN. WITH 50  SUPER COMFY MOON CHAIRS

🎧 How to BOOK and Listen – Two Great Options

1. Use Our Headphones

We provide premium over-ear wireless headphones with excellent sound quality. 


Just collect a set from our staff—no setup needed.


2. Use Your Own with our Partner Cinewav

Prefer your own headphones? 

Bring them along and follow these steps:

🔹 How to Use the Cinewav App

  1. Download Cinewav
    ➤ iOS: App Store
    ➤ Android: Google Play
  2. Create an Account
    Sign up in the app—it’s free.
  3. Scan the QR Code
    At the venue, scan the code provided to access the synced audio.
  4. Plug in & Sync
    Connect your headphones and press play when the film begins.

To use your own headphones,Each individual will need to access the Cinewav APP 

Want to share your audio with another 😁* just ask  the team for an audio splitter. 

Don’t want to use your own phone or headphones…

No problems. We have great over ear headphones you can use. Just ask our team on the night 

💡 Tip: Make sure your phone and headphones are

🎧 HOW TO BOOK AND LISTEN With the CINEWAV APP

Download  Our 

PREMIUM PARTNER APP CINEWAV

 and book  via the cinewav app


THE CINEWAV APP HAS ALL THE MAGIC!

The APP lets you book, sync and control the audio volume on your own device
➤ iOS: App Store
➤ Android: Google Play

  1. Create an Account
    Sign up (its Free)
  2. Use Australia events
  3. BOOK your ticket
  4. See you at the Event

🎧 HOW TO BOOK AND LISTEN WITHOUT THE CINEWAV APP


Not ready to Download and book via  the CINEWAV APP

No Problems!


You can use Our Super Comfy Over ear Headphones.


If you change your mind on the night. Our staff will show you the magic of the Cinewav app


BOOK VIA REZDY




Northern Lights Headphone CINEMA Calendar JULY 2025

4 July 2025

The Matrix / Has already screened

6pm

-

10pm

Event Details

4 July 2025

The Matrix / Has already screened

Gates open at 6pm. Movie starts at 7pm.

Tickets are limited.  Book Via the Cinewav app 

6pm

-

10pm

11 July 2025

Blade Runner / Has already screened

6pm

-

10pm

Event Details

11 July 2025

Blade Runner / Has already screened

Gates open at 6pm. Movie starts at 7pm.

Tickets are limited. 

book via the cinewav app 

Select Australia 

➤ iOS: App Store
➤ Android: Google Pla...

Event Details

6pm

-

10pm

18 July 2025

Ghostbusters/ Come in cosplay or costume

6pm

-

10pm

Event Details

18 July 2025

Ghostbusters/ Come in cosplay or costume

Gates open at 6pm. Movie starts at 7pm.

Fancy dressing up and be in the running for some prizes 

Tickets are limited. 

book via the cinewav app...

Event Details

6pm

-

10pm

25 July 2025

Labyrinth

6pm

-

10pm

Event Details

25 July 2025

Labyrinth

Gates open at 6pm. Movie starts at 7pm.

Tickets are limited. 

book via the cinewav app 

Select Australia 

➤ iOS: App Store
➤ Android: Google Pla...

Event Details

6pm

-

10pm

6pm

-

10pm

6pm

-

10pm

More Events

Northern Lights Headphone CINEMA Calendar AUGUST 2025

1 Aug 2025

Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert

6pm

-

10pm

Event Details

1 Aug 2025

Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert

Gates open at 6pm. Movie starts at 7pm.

Tickets are limited.

BOOKINGS OPEN SOON


Select Australia 

➤ iOS: App Store
➤ Android: Google Play

6pm

-

10pm

8 Aug 2025

The Last Cab to Darwin

6pm

-

10pm

Event Details

8 Aug 2025

The Last Cab to Darwin

Gates open at 6pm. Movie starts at 7pm.

Tickets are limited. 

BOOKINGS OPEN SOON

book via the cinewav app 

Select Australia 

➤ iOS: App Store
➤ A...

Event Details

6pm

-

10pm

15 Aug 2025

The Castle

6pm

-

10pm

Event Details

15 Aug 2025

The Castle

Gates open at 6pm. Movie starts at 7pm.

Fancy dressing up and be in the running for some prizes 

Tickets are limited. 

BOOKINGS OPEN SOON

book v...

Event Details

6pm

-

10pm

22Aug 2025

Charlies Country

6pm

-

10pm

Event Details

22Aug 2025

Charlies Country

Gates open at 6pm. Movie starts at 7pm.

Tickets are limited. 

BOOKINGS OPEN SOON

book via the cinewav app 

Select Australia 

➤ iOS: App Store
➤ A...

Event Details

6pm

-

10pm

29 Aug 2025

NO Movie Tonight. Catch us at Bio Glow at the Darwin Waterfront

29 Aug 2025

NO Movie Tonight. Catch us at Bio Glow at the Darwin Waterfront

More Events

Northern Lights Headphone CINEMA Calendar September 2025

5 Sept 2025

Highlander

6pm

-

10pm

Event Details

5 Sept 2025

Highlander

Gates open at 6pm. Movie starts at 7pm.

Tickets are limited. 

book via the cinewav app 

BOOKINGS OPEN SOON

Select Australia 

➤ iOS: App Store
➤ A...

Event Details

6pm

-

10pm

12 Sept 2025

METROPOLIS

6pm

-

10pm

Event Details

12 Sept 2025

METROPOLIS

Gates open at 6pm. Movie starts at 7pm.

Tickets are limited. 

book via the cinewav app 

BOOKINGS OPEN SOON

Select Australia 

➤ iOS: App Store
➤ A...

Event Details

6pm

-

10pm

19 Sept 2025

No Movie Tonight. Joins us for DIFF at the Dawn Ski Club

19 Sept 2025

No Movie Tonight. Joins us for DIFF at the Dawn Ski Club

26 Sept 2025

Surprise Screening

6pm

-

10pm

Event Details

26 Sept 2025

Surprise Screening

Gates open at 6pm. Movie starts at 7pm.

Tickets are limited. 

book via the cinewav app 

BOOKINGS OPEN SOON

Select Australia 

➤ iOS: App Store
➤ A...

Event Details

6pm

-

10pm

3 October

TBA

3 October

TBA

More Events

Location 

Venue: The Old RSL Block
Address: 7 Cavenagh Street, Darwin NT
Entrance: Via Austin Lane


TIMES

Arrival: From 6:00 PM
Screening Starts: 7:00 PM sharp
Duration: Depends on the Film.


🎟️ Please note: For everyone’s enjoyment,  please arrive 15 minutes prior to screening.

 Late arrivals  please sit at the back.

Entrance via Austin Lane

27 Cavenagh St, Darwin City NT, Australia

What to Bring

What to Bring

  • Relax- We have you covered.



  • Have your favourite headphones—just bring them along with your mobile device to sync via our partner app, Cinewav.
  • Don't have headphones-  That's ok, we have high-quality over-ear headphones with rich sound fidelity


  • Seats we’ve got the chairs covered! We supply outdoor chairs for your comfort.


  • Want to rug up? Bring a cushion and a blanket to stay cozy under the stars.
  • Pre-order your snacks through our website to secure your favourites—we recommend ordering in advance to avoid disappointment.


  • Snacks and refreshments will also be available on-site, though options will be limited.


  • You're welcome to bring your own snacks and drinks to enjoy during the film.


 

Frequently Asked Questions

Location 

Venue: The Old RSL Block
Address: 7 Cavenagh Street, Darwin NT
Entrance: Via Austin Lane


 Yes 

*Limited tickets are available per screening.

Bookings close 15minutes  before the screening begins

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Last minute bookings may be available. Please check online or turn up at the gate....

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A booking fee is applied at checkout. 

This fee covers the bank credit card and online  booking fee


 We love paperless. Just show your tickets displayed on your phone at the gate. 


We provide premium over-ear wireless headphones with excellent sound quality. 


Cinewav allows audiences to listen to high-quality movie audio through their own smartphones and headphones. This means any headphones with good clarity and comfort will work—but here are some top suggestions depending on what people already have or can easily get.


✅ Yes, you can use Bluetooth headphones with Cinewav.
Cinewav includes a built-in audio sync adjustment feature that lets you manually fine-tune the sound timing to match the on-screen action.

However, here are some tips for the best experience:

  • Arrive early to test and adjust sync settings using the Cinewav app.
  • Fully charge your headphones before the event to avoid interruptions.
  • Close background apps to minimize lag or audio drops.

🔄 If you want perfect sync without adjustments, wired headphones are ideal, but Bluetooth is perfectly usable if you take a few minutes to test beforehand.


 Yes! We’ll have wired earbud-style headphones available for purchase or rent at the venue. These are perfect if you don’t have your own or simply want a convenient option for listening through the Cinewav app on your device.


  • Relax- We have you covered.
  • We provide high-quality over-ear headphones with rich sound fidelity


  • Do You have favourite headphones—just bring them along with your mobile device to sync via our partner app, Cinewav.


  • Seats we’ve got the chairs covered! We supply outdoor chairs for your comfort.


  • Want to rug up? Bring a cushion and a blanket to stay cozy under the stars.


  • You're welcome to bring your own snacks and drinks to enjoy during the film.


  • Pre-order your snacks through our website to secure your favourites—we recommend ordering in advance to avoid disappointment.


  • Snacks and refreshments will also be available on-site, though options will be limited.


NO NEED-Seats we’ve got the chairs covered! We supply outdoor chairs for your comfort.


You can share your favourite moments on Instagram or FB with us by tagging #northernlightsnt

No professional recording equipment or flash photography is used during the film.


Picnics are welcome

Some drinks and snacks will be available to purchase


 This is an alcohol-free event.

 Some screenings may have a Bar. Please check sessions for this.


We are Smoke  and Vape Free. Just pop around the corner if you need


General Policy
We do not offer cash refunds for any ticket purchases. If you can no longer attend or change your mind, you’re welcome to pass your ticket on to friends or family. They must bring the original booking details (such as the confirmation email or booking reference) to gain entry.

Cancelled Screenings
If a movie screening is cancelled due to weather, technical issues, or other unforeseen circumstances, ticket holders will be issued a voucher to use at another session, subject to availability.

Reward Tickets
Reward tickets, including complimentary and promotional tickets, are not eligible for cash refunds. In the case of a cancelled screening, a replacement voucher may be issued at the discretion of event organisers.


If a movie screening is cancelled due to weather, technical issues, or other unforeseen circumstances, ticket holders will be issued a voucher to use at another session, subject to availability.


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