Destination Byron Event Series
Destination Byron’s vision is… ‘ To create a forum to network, collaborate and educate on all matters Byron visitor economy related’.
We feel the best way to achieve this is by creating thoughtful and informative events throughout the year. Below is our draft event series which will no doubt change over time.
Be sure to sign up as a member (it’s free) to be informed of upcoming events.
2025 Events
SAVE THE DATE: BYRON BAY TO HOST DESTINATION NORTH COAST SYMPOSIUM AND AWARDS
You may have already heard the exciting news – we’re thrilled to share that Byron Bay has been selected as the host destination for the Destination North Coast Symposium & Awards 2025!
With this exciting opportunity, we will not be hosting our usual annual Symposium. Instead, we’re proud to be a major sponsor of the event, playing a key role in shaping the speaker lineup and leading an afternoon of targeted workshop sessions. This is a significant achievement for Destination Byron and one worth celebrating!
We’ll keep you updated once tickets go on sale, but for now, there’s just one important thing to do:
???? SAVE THE DATE – Thursday, 31st July 2025!
Stay tuned for more details!
Epic Combined Christmas Party
We simply couldn’t deny how successful last year’s epic collaborative Christmas party was.
As such, and in the spirit of collaboration, DESTINATION BYRON, BYRON BAY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, SOURDOUGH BUSINESS PATHWAYS, NORTHERN RIVERS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION and FOUNDERS NORTHERN RIVERS have teamed up to host Byron Shire’s networking end-of-year event.
Date: 21 November 2019, 5 – 8pm
Venue: Byron Bay Brewery
Sustainability in Tourism Showcase
The Sustainability in Tourism Showcase will be a must‐attend event for anyone slightly interested in current and future sustainable initiatives within the tourism space. EarthCheck + many others
Date: Wednesday, 11 September 2019
Venue: Byron Community Centre
TECH MONTH: Digital Travel Trends
Presentation by industry expert exploring consumers pathway to book and travel trends they’re seeing globally.
Date: 19 July
Venue: Byron at Byron resort
Blockchain Technology in the Tourism Industry
Caleb Yeoh, CEO of Travel by Bit presents an engaging introduction to blockchain technology and the relevant applications in the tourism industry.
Date: 18 June
Venue: Elements of Byron
2019 Destination Byron Tourism Symposium
Destination Byron’s hallmark event brings industry professionals, local council and business operators to discuss and workshop the future of Northern Rivers Tourism.
Date: 7 June
Venue: Elements of Byron
Tourism Australia Update
Nick Henderson and Dominic Mehlin present Tourism Australia’s strategic direction and current campaigns.
Date: 24 May
Venue: Elements of Byron
The Power of Networking at Elements
Join us as we partner with Byron Chamber of Commerce on Thursday April 11, for a very special networking event.
Date: 11 April
Venue: Elements of Byron
Kitchen Table Discussion Workshop
Byron Shire Council wants to hear your thoughts on the future of tourism to help develop their new 10-year tourism plan.
Date: 29 March
Venue: Byron RSL