Convention Centre South Brisbane

Sat 4 July 2009 – Sun 5 July 2009

If you only learn one Greek word, make it Paniyiri.

The Paniyiri Main Stage in Musgrave Park will host almost 20 hours of entertainment over the weekend including the return of So You Think You Can Dance Greek, appearances from Greek Goddess Effie, Grape Stomping, Olive and Honeypuff Eating Competitions, Hellenic Dancing, Zorba Till You Drop and Fireworks.

In Musgrave Park more than 30 food stalls will showcase the tastes, recipes and secrets of food from all corners of Greece while in The Greek Club, a full program of Cooking Demonstrations and Lectures will take place.

Paniyiri 2009 will also join in the festivities of Queensland’s 150th Anniversary (Q150) by celebrating the significant role the Greek culture and iconic Greek identities like Countess Lady Diamantina Roma Bowen have played in the city’s development.

Now facing its 33rd successful year, Paniyiri is a community initiative of the 25,000-strong Greek community of South East Queensland but also the general community in a celebration of fun, food and friendship. The festival is a testament to Greece, proving that it really is a destination where tradition holds firm and where hospitality and living life to the fullest is everything.

Entry to Paniyiri is $7 Adults (13+), $2 Aged Pensioners, Children free.

The Ridge on Leichhardt Hotel is an easy few minutes drive away from the festival. Book your accommodation now!

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