Queensland’s signature celebration of all things Greek, the famous Paniyiri Festival, will be held from May 21-23.
The state’s largest cultural festival is celebrating its 34th year with a huge program at Musgrave Park and The Greek Club, Edmondstone St, South Brisbane.
The Paniyiri Main Stage in Musgrave Park will host almost 20 hours of entertainment over the weekend.
Former swimming golden girl Lisa Curry will make her Zorba debut in the Greek-style Dancing With The Stars, self-proclaimed Greek Goddess Effie returns, singing sensation Maria Maroulis will perform and Channel 7’s weather girl Liz Cantor and presenter Chris Parsons will be the MCs.
Next, head across the road to The Greek Club for the popular Paniyiri NAB Cooking Program and find all the stars from the hit TV show My Kitchen Rules, including Tanya and Gen and winners Shadi and Veronica.
Other features include amusement rides, fireworks, honeypuff and olive eating competitions, public lectures and greek films.
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