Aetheria Festival 2025 'Jungle Jamboree'
Marrakai NT - 1 hour drive from Darwin CBD
Aetheria 2025
Welcome to the enchanting realm of “Aetheria”, a Transcendent festival meticulously crafted by the visionary team of Darwin Doofers. This 3 day and 2 nights of extravaganza invites you to immerse yourself in a realm where enchantment meets rhythm, and magic converges with music.
Main Stage
Our heart of the festival. A bustling energetic space transformed into a jungle inspired sensory wonderland. Expect a wide variety of genres headliners and entertainment to keep the crowd moving, from bouncy, upbeat tunes, psychedelic magnificence impactful sets you'd expect to pay hundreds to experience. Aetheria’s most iconic Funky Sunday Funday is the perfect way to encapsulate the bittersweet ending of our tribes gathering and end the weekend one the sweetest notes. As the night falls, watch the stage come alive with a spectacular laser show and a captivating projection mapping by our night wizards, featuring fire dancers, LED artists, and other mesmerising acts making the atmosphere unforgettable and a staple weekend to your calendar every year.
Market Stage
Nestled amongst the grounds luscious shady tree’s you'll find the mind-expanding realm of the market stage. This area is uniquely crafted to accommodate live music acts and DJ's. With a fun sized dancefloor and lounging chill space equipped with seating couches and hammocks adjacent, this is where you magic comes alive. During the day expect to see anything from live music to lively day techno vibes. During the nights the lights turn on and the beats turn up and you’ll be fully immersed within the alive neon jungle paired with enthusiastic vibrant optimistic beats, DNB and many more, the perfect place to enjoy friends and vibrations and dust those dancing shoes.
The Dog House
Prepare for an electrifying experience at The Dog House, where hard music reigns supreme. This stage pulsates with raw energy, featuring a line-up of cutting-edge DJs and performers, ensuring a non-stop sonic assault that will keep you on your feet for those who crave high-energy fast BPM music, The Dog House is your destination, ringing a raw, untamed energy to the jungle for those who want to lose themselves in the rhythm.
Marketplace and Food Trucks
Explore the vibrant marketplace filled with eclectic treasures and handcrafted wonders. Indulge your taste buds with an array of delectable delights from the food trucks scattered throughout the venue. From international cuisines to local delicacies, there's something to satisfy every craving. Aetheria is a BYO event but please refrain from bringing any glass to keep everyone safe. A Decanting Station will be available at the main entrance.
Camping
Escape the ordinary and embrace the vibrations of the Neon Forest by camping on-site. Immerse yourself in nature, sleep and share stories under the stars, and create lasting memories with fellow festival-goers. The camping experience adds an extra layer to the sense of community that defines us.
Family Camp
Welcome to Paracosm, the festival family camp where magic happens for both parents and children alike. Nestled in a serene corner of the festival grounds, Paracosm offers a sober haven for families to camp and create lasting memories together. Our dedicated space features a delightful array of activities, a treasure trove of toys, and thoughtfully designed infrastructure, ensuring that the little ones have their own enchanted realm to explore and play. At Paracosm, families can embrace the festival spirit in a wholesome and welcoming environment, making it an unforgettable experience for everyone.
Theme
Step into a neon jungle where the wild meets the whimsical! This year’s Aetheria festival transforms into the Jungle Jamboree, a vibrant celebration of untamed energy and ancient wonder. Picture party animals dancing under glowing canopies, statues aglow in neon hues, and Jungle-inspired temples alive with rhythmic beats. Let the spirit of the jungle guide you through immersive art, electrifying music, and unforgettable adventures.
Welcome to the Jungle Jamboree—where the wild comes alive!
Duration
Aetheria unfolds over three days and two nights of uninterrupted music. As the beats echo through the Neon Forest, time seems to lose its grip, allowing you to dance, connect, and celebrate the magic that only a festival like this can offer.
Leave No Trace
In alignment with nature, Aetheria proudly upholds the motto of "Leave No Trace." The festival encourages environmentally conscious practices, ensuring that the mystical forest remains untouched and pristine for generations to come.
Festival Ethos
Us Darwin Doofers live by two core principles: Leave No Trace and P.L.U.R. (Peace, Love, Unity, Respect). This means taking care of the environment, respecting the land, and contributing to the positive, collective energy of the festival. There will be amenities on-site to make your stay comfortable, but we encourage all festival-goers to pack light, be mindful of waste, and help us keep the festival grounds pristine for future gatherings.
Line up
Workshops
Are you ready to be part of something magical? We’re inviting passionate artists, creative vendors, unique market stalls, energetic volunteers, talented performers, and visionary decorators to bring our festival to life.
Whether you’re here to share your art, sell your creations, add vibrant energy, or help create unforgettable experiences, we’ve got a place for you. Explore the application links below to find your perfect fit and join us in crafting a festival like no other.
Applications are now open! Don’t miss your chance to be part of the magic.
SEE YOU ON THE DANCE FLOOR!
PEACE - LOVE - UNITY