44th Greek Festival of Sydney set to take over Darling Harbour this Sunday

We’re just a few sleeps away from the opening celebrations for the 44th Greek Festival of Sydney! 

From 10am-10pm on Sunday, March 1, come along to Tumbalong Park for a day packed with delicious Greek delicacies, fun activities and both local and international Greek music. 

Greek Fest@Darling Harbour is one of Sydney’s biggest cultural festivals, attracting thousands of visitors every year from both within and outside of the Greek Australian community.

This year, the Western Sydney Wanderers FC will be joining the festivities! From 11am bring your little ones to boost their soccer skills with a free soccer clinic led by some of WSW’s star players. And if they’re up for it, they can join the juggling competition for the chance to win some great prizes. First stop, Greek Fest; next stop, A-League!

The highlight of every Greek Fest is the opportunity to check out the vendors. The food stalls are stacked with souvlakia, halloumi, barbecued octopus, loukoumades and beyond. All festival classics to warm your heart and boost your energy (preferably to be used for dancing sirtaki at our main stage!).

There will also be some fantastic retailers, offering everything from t-shirts to jewellery for kids and grown-ups alike. So whether you’re looking to fill your belly or your wardrobe, you’ll find something special to brighten your day with these Greek Australian small businesses.

Music lovers will find plenty to enjoy at the festival this year. Local Greek Australian bands Yianni Trio and Iho Nyx will be performing both contemporary and traditional Greek music throughout the day, giving attendees a taste of a real Greek glendi – dancing is not mandatory, but will be impossible to resist.

Speaking of Greek dancing, groups from Sydney and beyond will be showcasing their talents on the main stage throughout the day. Performers from Crete, Kalymnos, Cyprus, Pontos and northern Greece will share their love for Greek dancing and music with the crowd.

The celebrations will wrap up with a free performance from magnificent Greek singer Ioulia Karapataki. Those who have watched footage of Greek summer longingly through their phone screens will jump at the chance to see Karapataki’s show, which is sure to be filled with her trademark infectious energy and fresh twists on recognisable Greek classics.

Don’t miss out on this cultural highlight for Sydneysiders, as people say a fond farewell to summer in one of Sydney’s most iconic harbour spots – Greek style!

Event Details:

• EVENT: Greek Fest@Darling Harbour
• DATE: Sunday the 1st of March 2026. 
• TIME: 10am-10pm 
• LOCATION: Tumbalong Park – 11 Harbour St, Sydney NSW 2000.
• Free event, no tickets required! Find more information here.