Half right, half overestimated: the idea that local events are always a decisive factor in destination validation ignores the reality of priorities.
Of course, considering cultural or sporting events is crucial, but their importance varies greatly depending on the type of trip and the main purpose.
If you come for an event like the Grand Magal of Touba, it is the heart of your destination, but for a business trip to Dakar, the Independence Day celebration is a logistical constraint, not a choice element.
We must first ask who is traveling and why to assign the right weight to this factor.