45TH CFANZ CONVENTION 2027 - CANBERRA, ACT
CRETAN TAVERNA NIGHT
TUESDAY 5 JANUARY 2027
7:00pm
The Cretan Federation of Australia and New Zealand will open the 45th Annual Cretan Convention with a Cretan-style gathering "μάζωξη" on Tuesday evening, the 5th of January, 2027 at 7:00pm.
QUESTACON EXPERIENCE
WEDNESDAY 6 JANUARY 2027
9:00am
Here’s an activity for our young one’s to enjoy during the Cretan Convention.
Come to Questacon in Canberra and experience the unique science and technology exhibits.
Bookings must be made via the following link:-
WEDNESDAY 6 JANUARY 2027
9:00am
Our teenagers and young adults can take part in the “Amazing Race” around Lake Burley Griffin.
Come and test your mental and physical abilities against other young Cretans from around Australia and New Zealand.
Bookings must made via the following link:-
THE AMAZING RACE
EURO SUMMER NIGHTS
WEDNESDAY 6 JANUARY 2027
6:00pm
Get your best euro summer wear on and come to the Cretan Youth Party in the Apollo Room at the Canberra Hellenic Club.
Doors open at 6:00pm. Entry fee includes food and entertainment.
Bookings must be made via the following link:-
LAKE CRUISE
WEDNESDAY 6 JANUARY 2027
7:00pm
Come and enjoy a wonderful summer sunset on the water overlooking the lake and mountains of Canberra on our twilight/sunset cruise on the beautiful and calm Lake Burley-Griffin
Bookings must be made via the following link:-
YOUTH SPORTS DAY
THURSDAY 7 JANUARY 2027
9:00am
WHICH STATE WILL TAKE HOME THE CFANZ Shield?
Call up your team and we will see you on the field!
Bookings must be made via the following link:-
1ST DANCE WORKSHOP
ZONE BOWLING NIGHT
NEON NIGHTS YOUTH NIGHT
STATE OF ORIGIN TRIVIA NIGHT
CYFANZ AGM
2ND DANCE WORKSHOP
CONVENTION WELCOME RECEPTION
CFANZ AGM
45th CFANZ CONVENTION DINNER DANCE
THURSDAY 7 JANUARY 2027
3:30pm
Our first Cretan Dance Workshop for Under 18’s and inexperienced dancers of all ages. Learn from some of the best traditional dancing teachers - our special guests the Viglatores Traditional Dance School from Chania, Crete.
Bookings must be made via the following link:-
THURSDAY 7 JANUARY 2027
7:00pm
What a great way for our younger kids to finish a busy day by bowling a few frames with friends. Test your aim and ball skills at Zone Bowling Belconnen. Let’s see who can get the highest score?
Bookings must be made via the following link:-
THURSDAY 7 JANUARY 2027
7:00pm
Our older teenagers (18+) and young adults are invited to “88MPH” for a night out on the town. Music provided by DJ DEAN and a special surprise for everyone awaits.
Come dressed to glow!!!
Bookings must be made via the following link:-
THURSDAY 7 JANUARY 2027
7:00pm
Whilst our youth are enjoying their parties, the adults can come and put their rivalry on show with the “State of Origin” Trivia Competition.
Brush up on your world history, current affairs, general knowledge and all things Cretan.
Bookings must be made via the following link:-
FRIDAY 8 JANUARY 2027
10:00am
All member organisations of the Cretan Federation of Australia & New Zealand (CFANZ) are invited to register their youth delegates to attend the AGM.
Registrations must be made via the following link:-
FRIDAY 8 JANUARY 2027
3:30pm
Our second Cretan Dance Workshop for Over 18’s and experienced dancers. Learn from some of the best traditional dancing teachers - our special guests the Viglatores Traditional Dance School from Chania, Crete.
Bookings must be made via the following link:-
FRIDAY 8 JANUARY 2027
7:00pm
Welcome Reception at the Embassy of Greece graciously hosted by H.E. Mr Stavros Venizelos, Ambassador of Greece to Australia, and Mrs Lara Tikaidi Venizelou.
Registrations for the waitlist must be made via the following link:-
SATURDAY 9 JANUARY 2027
3:30am
All member organisations of the Cretan Federation of Australia & New Zealand (CFANZ) are invited to register their delegates to attend the AGM.
Registrations must be made via the following link:-
SATURDAY 9 JANUARY 2027
7:00pm
Join us for an unforgettable evening of Cretan music, dancing, delicious food and celebration as we come together at the CFANZ convention, featuring live performances by Sifi Tsourdalakis and Mihalis Stavroulakis.
Bookings must be made via the following link:-
SUNDAY 10 JANUARY 2027
9:30am
St Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church of Canberra
45th CFANZ CONVENTION CHURCH SERVICE
45th CFANZ CONVENTION
5–10 January 2027
The Cretan Association of Canberra and Districts is proud to host the 45th Cretan Federation of Australia and New Zealand (CFANZ) Convention, bringing Cretans and friends of Crete from across Australia and New Zealand together in our nation’s capital.
Tickets are now available for all events.