Wearing bedazzled white jumpsuits, rockabilly skirts and bouffant wigs, 185 Elvis Presley fans have departed Central Station aboard the NSW TrainLink Elvis Express, rockin' and rollin' all the way to Parkes.
Minister for Regional Transport and Roads Sam Farraway said since 2004, NSW TrainLink has been supporting the festival with a specially branded XPT for the return journey to and from the iconic festival in the state's central west.
"I'm proud to announce the NSW Liberal and Nationals Government has committed to running the Elvis Express for a further three years to support Parkes Elvis Festival, a multi-award-winning event which is a significant tourism drawcard," Mr Farraway said.
"This year's 30th annual festival will once again attract fans of the King of Rock and Roll from all over the globe, providing welcome boost to our regional economy in the wake of the recent weather and flooding events.
"Over 24,000 Elvis fans are expected to travel to Parkes and surrounding areas over the four-day event. The Elvis Express is an experience from start to finish with themed departure celebrations and entertainment, onboard festivities and much more.
"This annual train service allows customers to sit back and enjoy the trip while our NSW TrainLink team do the driving."
The Parkes Elvis Festival will be held between 4-8 January 2023. Held every year in the second week of January to coincide with Elvis Presley's birthday, it is recognised as one of the top three festivals and events in Australia and is officially endorsed by the estate of Elvis Presley.
