Cairns Greek Festival

Name: Cairns Greek Festival
Start: 2026-06-07
End: 2026-06-07
Location: Cairns

The Cairns Greek Festival is an annual cultural celebration held at the grounds of St John’s Community Care in Redlynch. The event features a day of traditional Greek food, live bouzouki music, and energetic dance performances.

Date: Jun 7, 2026
Location: Cairns

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Event summary

Highlights

Traditional honey puffs and Greek cooking demonstrations
Live bouzouki music by Mihali and Nick
Performances by the Brisbane-based Cypriot Dance Group
Guided tours of the Byzantine church and icons

The Cairns Greek Festival transforms the grounds of St John’s Community Care in Redlynch into a vibrant celebration of Hellenic culture. Visitors can explore picturesque gardens and take guided tours of the Byzantine church to view religious icons. The festival is known for its festive atmosphere where families gather picnic-style to enjoy traditional Greek coffee, sweets, and savory dishes.

Live entertainment includes performances by the Cypriot Dance Group from Brisbane, local choirs, and musicians playing the bouzouki. Interactive activities are a major draw, featuring Zorba dance lessons, plate-smashing, honey-puff eating challenges, and olive-spitting competitions. To manage the large crowds, organizers typically provide shuttle bus services from nearby schools to the venue.

Practical details

Before attending

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