The Estia Greek Street Festival is back this weekend, celebrating Greek culture, community and connection in Hobart over two days.
Featuring Greek food, live music, traditional Greek dancing, and family-friendly activities, this festival has been a cultural staple for Hobart since 1994.
The street festival, taking place at 67 Federal Street in North Hobart, is part of the overall ESTIA 2025 program that sees a number of events taking place over the next few weeks.
Saturday February 1 from 3pm-9pm will be a more relaxed evening of Greek food and music. Gyros, souvlaki and Greek sweets as DJs spin tracks. No live dancing or traditional music on this day.
Sunday February 2 from 11am-4pm will be the full festival experience with live Greek music and traditional dancing by Hellenic dancers from traditional folk tunes to modern bouzouki beats.
Food and beverages on offer include gyros, souvlaki, char-grilled octopus, fish and chips, loukoumades and other sweets, Greek coffee and Greek beers, wines and spirits.
The cultural event honours generations of Greek migrants who have contributed to Tasmania’s cultural and social fabric.
“The Estia Greek Festival is more than just an event; it’s a celebration of heritage, tradition, and community. It’s a chance to share the vibrant spirit of Greek culture with everyone in Tasmania,” said President of The Greek Community of Tasmania Manoli Kalimnios.
He said it’s “about more than celebrating Greek culture—it’s about fostering a sense of belonging and appreciation for all cultures in Tasmania’s multicultural community.”
Festival organiser Emanuel Roussos said it’s about connection – bringing people together to celebrate the Greek history and culture.
Both pointed to the importance of the community involvement.
“Our volunteers are the beating heart of this festival. Their dedication and passion are what make this event so special and meaningful for everyone who attends,” Kalimnios said.
“The Estia Greek Festival wouldn’t be possible without the incredible support of our community. This event is truly a labour of love, showcasing the talents and generosity of so many people,” Roussos added.
Other events in the coming weeks are the 2025 Estia Cup soccer match between Greece and Italy, a lecture by Dr Stavros Paspalas on Greek antiquities during World War II, Greek film nights screening Madalena (1960) and The Policeman of the 16th Precinct (1959), and a taverna night featuring Melodia Band from Melbourne.
For more information on the ESTIA 2025 program visit the Greek Community of Tasmania website.
