Full program released for 44th Greek Festival of Sydney!
Publicity Content Posted Sunday 15, 2026/refreshed 23 February
Get ready to shout Opa! as the much-loved Greek Festival of Sydney returns to Darling Harbour this Sunday (1 March), bringing a full day of food, music and culture to the waterfront.
The Wait Is Over – Full Program Released!
We are very pleased to announce the full program of the 44th Greek Festival of Sydney. On behalf of the Organising Committee of the Greek Festival of Sydney, we invite you to visit our website for the full schedule where you can find out more about each individual event and purchase tickets.
It’s never an easy thing to bring together a community festival and yet we have a program with highlights including the powerful play 18/9 direct from Greece, the delightful Ioulia Karapataki who will be performing at Greek Fest@Darling Harbour, a spanakopita feast in Marrickville presented by Kiria Dina… and our treasured Writers’ Festival presented by Helen Vatsikopoulos. How am I supposed to choose which events to highlight for you?? I feel so pleased that our program is full that it’s not easy to decide!
I’d like to thank all the volunteers who helped us get to this point, our sponsors and Greek-Australian businesses who continue to support us and cheer us on. We would not be here without the Greek Orthodox Community, our ‘kinotita’ remains firmly committed to the Greek Festival of Sydney, ensuring that we are still providing a space where Greeks come together to listen, debate, eat and dance… just like we have been doing for thousands of years.
Tilda Sikes
Festival Director
on behalf of the
Organising Committee of the 44th Greek Festival of Sydney
This vibrant celebration of Greek-Australian culture will take visitors on a journey to Greece with an exciting program of authentic experiences, including:
- Live music and dancing: Traditional and contemporary Greek performances, with headline act Ioulia Karapataki, known for her powerful voice and electrifying stage presence.
- Authentic eats: From lamb souvlaki hot off the grill to honey-soaked loukoumades and other Greek favourites.
- Cultural experiences: Traditional dance performances and immersive cultural moments.
- Family-friendly fun: Face painting, amusement rides and soccer activities to keep the little ones entertained.
- Bustling market stalls: Browse handcrafted goods, artisan products and unique treasures.
The Greek Festival is part of Darling Harbour’s Culture Alive Festivals series for 2026. Running from March to May at Tumbalong Park, these vibrant free events are a unique opportunity to connect with global cultures and experience the city’s multicultural spirit.
The details:
When: Sunday 1 March, 10am – 10pm
Where: Tumbalong Park, Darling Harbour
Cost: FREE to attend (with food & drink to be purchased)
