Mark your calendars for January 17th and 18th, 2026, and get ready to create lasting memories with family and friends. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to connect with the community and celebrate our heritage together.
Mark your calendars for January 17th and 18th, 2026, and get ready to create lasting memories with family and friends. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to connect with the community and celebrate our heritage together.
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Major Sponsor
The Heartbeat of Όλοι Μαζί
IT TAKES A VILLAGE: THE SPIRIT OF ‘ALL TOGETHER’
The Semaphore Greek Festival is a monumental tradition built on pure passion. We are proudly organized by the Port Adelaide Greek Orthodox Community (PAGOC) and driven by one powerful mantra: Όλοι Μαζί (OH-lee Mah-ZEE), meaning “All Together.”
This isn’t a commercial venture; it’s a living, breathing community effort. More than 300 dedicated, multi-generational local volunteers give endless hours to craft this authentic experience.
The festival runs all day, with unique experiences depending on the time. Lunchtime (11:00 AM – 5:00 PM) offers a relaxed atmosphere, while the evenings bring vibrant energy with music and dancing.
We are open:
- Saturday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Sunday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Location:
Semaphore Foreshore, just 14 kilometres from Adelaide’s CBD.
Entry is free, and the event is perfect for families, with activities and fun for all ages.
Getting Here:
By Public Transport:
Regular buses and trains connect Semaphore to Adelaide’s city centre.
By Car:
Limited parking is available near the festival site—carpooling is encouraged.
Accessibility:
Wheelchair-accessible and family-friendly, with activities for all ages.
The Raffle 2026
First Prize: Two (2) Return Economy Air Tickets from Adelaide, Australia to Athens Greece, Valued at $6000
Second Prize: Cash Money $2,500
Third Prize: Klipsch New York Music City Series Party Speaker, Valued at $1000 – Donated by Harvey Norman Gepps Cross.
Forth Prize: 12 Bottles of Esilio Wines, Valued at $500
Persons under the age of 18 are NOT PERMITTED to enter.
Terms and Conditions:
Retail Value of prizes = $10,000. Raffle drawn Sunday 18/1/26 8.00pm at Semaphore Greek Festival, adjacent Semaphore Jetty Esplanade Semaphore. Results to be published in Advertiser public notices Friday 23/1. Winners will be notified in writing within 7 days of the draw. Total number of tickets are 5,000. Proceeds towards Greek Orthodox Community of the Nativity of Christ Port Adelaide & Environs programs. Lottery Conducted by Greek Orthodox Community of the Nativity of Christ Port Adelaide and Environs Inc.
A True Greek Feast:
Greek cuisine is the undisputed star of our festival, hailed by reviewers as “superb, top-quality Greek food”.
Lamb Kontosouvli
Our signature dish! Slow-cooked lamb on the spit, noted for being perfectly juicy and tasty.
Jumbo Yiros & Souvlaki
Iconic street fare, featuring seasoned roasted meat on pita bread with Tzatziki, lettuce, tomatoes, and onions.
Spanakopita
Including the famous Spanakopita (spinach and feta) and Tyropita (cheese pie).
The Loukoumades Phenomenon
You cannot leave without experiencing our legendary dessert! Our volunteers prepare over 40,000 portions of this sweet delight.
Loukoumades
Fluffy, light puffs of warm dough, drenched in golden honey syrup and sprinkled with cinnamon.
THE NUMBERS
LOUKOUMADES
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SOUVLAKIA
YIROS
LAMBS
VOLUNTEERS
Event Program
Should you have any queries
or concerns, please contact us
- Before, during and after the festival – 0482 853 999
Email: admin@pagoc.com.au
Note: the event hotline will be operated only during the festival hours.
Contact
Additional information.
Note: The event hotline will be operated during the following times:
Bump in: Tues 13/1/26 to Thurs15/1/26 @ 7-5pm
Sound Testing & Rehearsals:
Thurs 15/1/26 between 12.00pm and 8.00pm
Fri 16/1/26 between 12.00pm and 3.00pm
Sat 17/1/26 between 10.00am and 11.00am
Concert & Festival
Fri 16/1/26 @ 6.00pm to 11.00pm
Sat 17/1/26 @ 11.00am to 11.00pm
Sun 18/1/26 @ 11.00am to 10.00pm
Bump out: 19/1/26 @ 7-5pm