We are excited to launch the 2025 North Coast Tourism Symposium and North Coast Regional Tourism Awards Gala!

With the support of our 2025 host partner, Byron Shire Council, we’re thrilled to bring this year’s events to iconic Byron Bay.

2025 North Coast Tourism Symposium:
The 2025 North Coast Tourism Symposium is a full-day conference where industry leaders will gather to celebrate and showcase the innovative, entrepreneurial, and sustainable practices that are actively transforming our visitor economy for future success. But it's not just a conference, it's a golden opportunity for professional growth and development, especially tailored for North Coast tourism operators and anyone passionate about boosting the region's visitor economy!

Picture yourself rubbing shoulders with enthusiastic delegates from all corners of the North Coast, creating invaluable connections and forging partnerships that will propel your business to new heights! Get ready to seize the day and unlock the endless possibilities that await at this electrifying symposium.

This year’s theme is 'Inspire! Shaping Tomorrow’s Visitor Economy'.

Date: Thursday 31 July 2025
Time: 9.00am – 4.00pm
Location: Byron Theatre, Jonson Street, Byron Bay
(Draft program and keynote speakers to be announced soon)

2025 North Coast Regional Tourism Awards Gala:
In the evening, join us for a night of celebration as Destination North Coast, in partnership with NSW Tourism Association, announces the winners of the 2025 North Coast Regional Tourism Awards. The much-loved annual Awards Gala presents an opportunity to gather and celebrate the growth and entrepreneurship of tourism businesses and industry partners across the North Coast Destination Network region.

Time: From 6.00pm until late
Location: Elements of Byron
Dress: Dress to impress

Stay for more:
In partnership with Destination Byron, we’re also curating a small selection of local experiences for delegates to enjoy on the morning of Friday 1 August. Details and costs are still to be confirmed, but we encourage you to plan to stay in Byron until midday on Friday to make the most of your visit.

Accommodation:
Looking for a place to stay? Head to our website to access the special accommodation offers for this year's event.

*Event image: Elements of Byron, courtesy of Destination New South Wales