Annual Patrino Karnavali to light up Sydney’s Brighton-Le-Sands

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The 47th Patrino Karnavali Sydney is set to hit Brighton-Le-Sands on Friday, February 28, at The Grand Roxy from 7pm.

The Panachaian Philanthropical Association (PPA), founded in 1974, have been organising the Patrino Karnavali for 47 years, encouraging guests to step away from their ‘every day routine’ for a night of carefree fun and celebration.

The original Patrino Karnavali is held in Patras, Greece and has been running for the last 180 years. The carnival is the biggest in Greece and begins on January 17 until Clean Monday.

The PPA has bought the tradition alive annually in Sydney with a one-night only exclusive event.

Combining the Greek and Brazilian Karnavali traditions, guests of every culture come together for a fantastic night out with dress ups, food and drinks. This year will feature a fancy dress contest and a chocolate war.

The 47th Patrino Karnavali Sydney will be held at 7pm on Friday, February 28 at 128 The Grand Parade, Grand Roxy Reception Brighton-Le-Sands in Sydney, NSW. 

Tickets are $120 (includes set menu and alcohol). Entry for kids aged 6-12 is $40 while those under 6 have free entry.

For more details contact Katerina on 0410 324 328, Mary on 8054 6633, or Nia on 0406 256 451.

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