Overview
The holiday festive season may have passed, but if you think there’s nothing on for the first few weeks of January, you’re wrong. Loosen your belts and get some sunscreen ready, because Sydney’s biggest Greek Orthodox Festival is returning to Carss Bush Park this Sunday.
Epiphany Greek Festival, held annually to coincide with the global celebrations of the Greek Orthodox Epiphany, is expected to bring upwards of 40,000 visitors to Sydney’s south, making the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia-organised event one of the largest Greek cultural festivals in the country — with food, music, dance and celebrations held by the Georges River for one day only.
Starting at 11am and running until 9pm, the festival will see over 80 stalls set up in the park, serving souvlaki, loukomades and other traditional Greek treats. You’ll be able to browse a mix of Greek-made goods as well, edible and otherwise, while a busy cultural program takes care of the entertainment.
For the families, you’ll find a ferris wheel, amusement rides, face painting, children’s entertainment — plus plenty of spots to sit down and catch your breath. On the cultural front, there’ll be live performances from DJs, musicians and local dance groups, Greek Orthodox celebrations, including the Great Blessing of the Waters, and a fireworks display to close out the day.
