when: 18 - 25 January 2026 | venue: Hellenic Museum | cost: $25.00 | address: 280 William Street | website: https://www.hellenic.org.au/event-details/komboloi-18-1 | tickets: https://www.hellenic.org.au/event-details/komboloi-18-1
published: 08 Jan 2026, 5 min read
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Part meditation tool, part musical instrument: meet the komboloi. Originally used for counting prayers, today these iconic Greek worry beads are also objects of mindfulness, rhythm and play.
In this hands-on school holiday workshop, young adventurers will travel from ancient traditions to modern Greek culture, discovering how komboloi have been used in Greece and beyond. After exploring their fascinating history, participants will craft their own komboloi using beads, thread and tassels, before learning how to bring them to life with beginner-friendly passes and swings - as well as how they can be used as a tool for calm, focus and mindfulness.
Each child will leave with their own handmade komboloi to keep, a deeper appreciation for this enduring Greek custom, and the skills to continue practising at home.
Details & Inclusions
- 60-minute workshop
- This session will be delivered in English
- Ideal for children aged 5-12 years
- All materials provided
- Each child ticket includes entry for one parent or guardian. Children must be accompanied at all times.
- Tickets also include museum general entry on the day, including access to Rituals: Gifts for the Gods
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Part meditation tool, part musical instrument: meet the komboloi. Originally used for counting prayers, today these iconic Greek worry beads are also objects of mindfulness, rhythm and play.
In this hands-on school holiday workshop, young adventurers will travel from ancient traditions to modern Greek culture, discovering how komboloi have been used in Greece and beyond. After exploring their fascinating history, participants will craft their own komboloi using beads, thread and tassels, before learning how to bring them to life with beginner-friendly passes and swings - as well as how they can be used as a tool for calm, focus and mindfulness.
Each child will leave with their own handmade komboloi to keep, a deeper appreciation for this enduring Greek custom, and the skills to continue practising at home.
Details & Inclusions
- 60-minute workshop
- This session will be delivered in English
- Ideal for children aged 5-12 years
- All materials provided
- Each child ticket includes entry for one parent or guardian. Children must be accompanied at all times.
- Tickets also include museum general entry on the day, including access to Rituals: Gifts for the Gods
Go see Komboloi Greek Worry Bead Workshop 2026.
Komboloi Greek Worry Bead Workshop 2026 is on 18 - 25 January 2026. The opening hours are: 9 AM to 4 PM. Conveniently located in Melbourne. Call 386159016 for details. Visit their website at https://www.hellenic.org.au/event-details/komboloi-18-1.
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