The much-loved Oakleigh Glendi Festival returns to Warrawee Park on Saturday 1 and Sunday 2 November 2025, marking ten years of Glendi magic – a decade of food, music, culture, and community spirit.
Since its inception, Oakleigh Glendi has grown into one of Melbourne’s most vibrant and inclusive cultural festivals, celebrating Greek heritage while embracing the diversity of the wider community.
This year’s event will be the biggest yet, featuring an expanded festival site, a Saturday night international headliner Christina Salti and fireworks display, and an exciting weekend program of entertainment, food and family fun.
Festival Highlights
- International headline act Christina Salti performing live on Saturday night on the Zaparas Lawyers Main Stage.
- George Calombaris appearing on the Cooking Stage (Sunday) with live demonstrations and crowd favourites.
- A huge selection of Greek food, sweets and multicultural cuisines including Melvourni’s Kafeneio and Honey Dee Loukoumades eating competition on the main stage each day.
- Cultural performances, traditional dancing and live music all weekend.
- Carnival rides and kids’ entertainment for all ages in the MCA Insurance Brokers Kids Area.
- Market stalls, community groups and new activations.
- Fireworks spectacular on Saturday night presented by Bank of Sydney.
Glendi raffle – Win a $6,000 travel voucher
Festival-goers will have the chance to win a $6,000 travel voucher, which can be used towards flights for two to Greece or their dream destination. Raffle tickets are available now at rafflelink.com.au/oakleighglendi.
*Must be 18+ and located in Victoria to be a valid entrant
A decade of Glendi magic
“The Oakleigh Glendi has become a cornerstone of the local cultural calendar,” said organisers. “We’re thrilled to celebrate ten years of bringing people together to enjoy the food, music and traditions that make this event so unique.”
Event Details
- When: Saturday 1 November (12pm – 10pm) & Sunday 2 November (12pm – 7pm), 2025
- Where: Warrawee Park, Oakleigh
- Entry: Free
- Website: www.oakleighglendi.com.au
- Email: oakleighglendi@fruitbowl.com.au
About Oakleigh Glendi
The Oakleigh Glendi is an annual community festival celebrating the vibrant Greek heritage of Oakleigh and its surrounding suburbs. Proudly organised by the Greek Orthodox Community of Oakleigh and District, the festival attracts thousands of visitors each year with its diverse program of cultural entertainment, food, and family-friendly activities.
