The Cyprus Festival Adelaide delivered a vibrant and unforgettable weekend of food, culture and community, welcoming thousands of visitors to Welland across Friday 7 and Saturday 8 February, hosted by the Cyprus Community of South Australia.
Across two sun-filled days, the festival came alive with the sights, sounds and flavours of Cyprus, offering South Australians an immersive cultural experience through traditional cuisine, live music, dancing and family-friendly entertainment.
Held at the Cyprus Community grounds, the free event showcased the warmth, hospitality and rich heritage of the Cypriot community.
Visitors enjoyed authentic Cypriot dishes prepared by dedicated volunteers, including charcoal-grilled sheftalies, koupes, daktyla, baklava and mahalebi, with long queues forming throughout the weekend.
The entertainment program featured an exciting line-up of live performances, traditional dance groups and cultural showcases, with Valandi from Kefi Entertainment as Master of Ceremonies and DJ Kosta providing high-energy music across both days.
Performances by Kosmos, Maria Maroulis and Paris, along with senior and junior dance groups, proudly celebrated Cypriot culture and tradition.
A special moment across the weekend saw the Cyprus Community of SA present a commemorative gift to Andrea Michaels MP, recognising her outstanding service and dedication as she departs South Australian politics. The gesture acknowledged her long-standing support of the community and celebrated her achievements, with the community expressing immense pride and gratitude for her contribution.
The festival was also an opportunity to acknowledge strong government support for multicultural communities.
SA Premier Peter Malinauskas attended the event and announced his commitment, if re-elected, to increase funding support for the Cyprus Community of South Australia to $40,000 per year, as well as introducing a streamlined grant process requiring only one round of paperwork to apply – a move warmly welcomed by the community.
Established in 1948, the Cyprus Community of SA has played a vital role in preserving and celebrating Cypriot heritage for generations. The annual Cyprus Festival remains one of the community’s most significant events, bringing together people of all backgrounds in a spirit of inclusivity, celebration and shared tradition.
The Cyprus Community of SA extended heartfelt thanks to its volunteers, entertainers, sponsors, community partners and all attendees who helped make the 2026.
