The 30th annual Alice Springs Beanie Festival concluded this weekend as a resounding success, marking its final iteration. The three-day event saw a record $400,000 in beanie sales, demonstrating significant public interest. Organizers reported a sellout crowd, indicating strong community support for the festival. The festival has been a key event for local artisans and a popular attraction for tourists over the past three decades. This year’s sales represent a high point for the event before its conclusion. The festival’s future remains uncertain, but its legacy as a unique cultural and economic driver for Alice Springs is assured.