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Greek cultural festivals in Saanich and Parramatta

Overview

The 25th annual Greek Fest in Saanich, held at the Greek Community of Victoria, commenced its first weekend of festivities on August 29-30. The event features traditional cuisine prepared by volunteers, including roasted lamb, souvlaki, gyros, spanakopita, loukoumades, and baklava.

Live entertainment includes more than 20 dance and music groups, with some performers traveling from Greece to showcase traditional dances such as the Pentozalis and Syrtaki in traditional costumes. The Saanich festival is scheduled to continue through the first weekend of September.

In Parramatta, Australia, the Let’s Go Greek festival remains scheduled for Sunday, September 13. This event will feature authentic Greek cuisine, market stalls, carnival rides, and a live performance by Giorgos Tsalikis and his band.

Entities

Saanich · Greater Victoria · Parramatta · Greek Hellenic Centre · Greece

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Timeline

  1. 12 days ago

    [CULTURE] 5 sources
    GreekFest returns to Saanich with food and music

    GreekFest returned to Saanich on August 29-30, featuring traditional Greek food, music, and dance performances by over 20 groups. The celebration continues through early September.

  2. 17 days ago

    [CULTURE] 4 sources
    Greek cultural festivals scheduled in Parramatta and Saanich

    Greek cultural festivals are returning to Parramatta, Australia, in September and Saanich, Canada, featuring traditional food, music, and dance performances.

  3. 19 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Victoria Greek Fest celebrates 25th anniversary in Saanich

    The 25th annual Victoria Greek Fest returns to Saanich this August and September, featuring traditional cuisine, live music, cultural performances, and the Greek Heritage Museum.

Sources

cheknews.ca · diningandcooking.com · goldstreamgazette.com · greekcitytimes.com · oakbaynews.com · parranews.com.au · peninsulanewsreview.com · portlandlivingonthecheap.com · vancouverislandfreedaily.com · vicnews.com · victoriabuzz.com

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