The Greek Festival of Sydney is finally in store to return to one of its former “home grounds” in Brighton-Le-Sands for the first time in 21 years.
The Greek Orthodox Community of NSW will hold a Greek Fest in Brighton-Le-Sands at Bay St on Sunday 26 May as part of the program of this year’s Greek Festival of Sydney.
The event will be an all-day celebration from 11am-7pm of Hellenic culture, including live music, traditional Greek dancing groups, a series of stalls, activities, competitions, raffles for tickets to Greece and more.
The Greek Fest will also feature a special performance from singer Dimitris Basis, adding to the entertainment as part of the festivities to mark the return to one of the old homes of the Greek Festival of Sydney.
Nia Karteris, Greek Festival Chair, expressed immense excitement for this initiative, which has increased in anticipation since last year’s planned event was cancelled.
“We are honoured that after 21 years absence we return back to Brighton Le Sands with the support and enthusiasm of State Government and Bayside Council,” Karteris told Neos Kosmos.
This sentiment was shared by the GOC NSW President, Harry Danalis, who noted in particular the contributions of Steve Kamper (Σταύρος Καμπερογιάννης), the State Minister for Multiculturalism, for Small Business, for Lands and Property, and for Sport.
NSW Premier Chris Minns gave a message of support on the initiative, commending the efforts by the Community for running this event once again in Brighton-Le-Sands.
“Here in NSW, we have one of the biggest Greek populations outside of Greece itself, and it is great to see you keep that culture alive,” the NSW Premier said in his video message.
The Greek Festival Chair stressed the immense support that has been demonstrated for this event, believing it is a great indication of the overall positive reception that is expected for this Greek Fest.
“We believe the huge response from the community will ensure the event is a huge success,” Karteris told Neos Kosmos.
