Pride in the Port Douglas Carnivale has reached an all-time high while economic and tourism benefits from this year’s event broke through the $5 million dollar mark.
More than 90 per cent of respondents to a new survey believe local residents should feel proud of Carnivale and that the event adds to the appeal of the Douglas Shire.
Nearly six in every 10 respondents felt it was better than other events they have attended.
According to survey data collected post event, there were more than 11 thousand individual spectators while economic and tourism impacts totalled $5,093,157.
Douglas Shire Mayor Lisa Scomazzon said the results were pleasing but not surprising.
“Carnivale has grown and evolved over the past 30 years, catering to people of all ages and interests,” Mayor Scomazzon said.
“Council is constantly looking at ways to improve and change the event to ensure local residents and visitors keep coming back year after year.”
Planning for 2025 has already begun, with Council seeking expressions of interest to plan and deliver events for the 31st edition of Carnivale.
“This is a great opportunity to produce and present and event that drives visitation, instils community pride and celebrates the Carnivale,” Mayor Scomazzon said.
“Carnivale has a long history of many celebrated different events and ideas – you have the opportunity to bring back the good old days or introduce new events that could add to the celebration.”
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