January 7 – 11
It has been almost 32 years since Elvis left the building, yet more than 8000 Elvis fans will gather to celebrate Elvis Presley’s birthday. Try and keep up with 120 individual events, including the Elvis street parade, look-a-like and sound-a-like contests and even Junior Elvis and Priscilla competitions for the kids. Various locations around Parkes.
T 1800 624 365 or Parkes Elvis Festival.
January 26
A talented line-up of local musicians will entertain the whole family, while classic cars and vintage farm machinery roll into town. The day will also feature an official ceremony and presentation of awards. Victoria Park, Goulburn.
T 4823 444 or iGoulburn.
January 31 – February 1
This country music festival includes the prestigious Stan Coster Memorial Bush Ballad Awards, which recognises some of Australia’s finest bush balladeers. T 6238 0224 or Bungendore Country Muster.
February 6 – 8
Did you know the boy from Oz started life as the boy from Armidale? This festival began as
a small get-together of Peter’s friends and family and has exploded into a three-day celebration of his life, talent and achievements. Various locations around Armidale. Visit Peter Allen - Armidale.
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