Foundation Events are regular, recurring events that may grow in size and significance over time. These events are often essential to NSW’s identity and visitor economy.
Foundation Events will be assessed differently, and provided additional support:
• Prioritised for a minimum 3-year Strategic Investment Agreement with Destination NSW (or 3 events for bi-annual events) with renewals negotiated one year prior to the last event. This gives events greater certainty and room to plan.
• A more favourable regulatory environment will support events to maximise benefits for the community.
• An event assessment approach which provides greater consideration of strategic, economic, marketing and brand, social and cultural benefits. Events included in the first round of Foundation Events.
The 2026 Parkes Elvis Festival will be held 7-11 January.
