Arts and Entertainment
September 12, 2023
From: Fresno Greek FestivalThe 61st Annual Fresno Greek Fest, California’s Premier Greek Fest
Food
Gyros, Souvlaki, Vegetarian Plates, Greek Fries, Fried Calamari, Greek Coffee, Frappes and Ice Cream. Not to mention, Moussaka, Pastichio, Spanakopita, Tiropita, Olives, Sausage, Greek Salad, Feta Cheese, Dolmades, Greek Chicken, Lamb Shank, and more! So much food!
Greek Market
Looking for hard to find Greek ingredients? Visit our Greek Market in the Bookstore!
Dancing
In addition to St. George’s own dance groups, authentic Greek dancers from all over the state have been invited to perform! Every region of Greece will be represented and, of course, everyone is invited to join in the fun!
Drinking
A full Grecian-style Taverna (bar), Greek wine tasting, Frappe’s, microbrew Greek craft beer, Greek coffee and more! There’s something for everyone!
Music
The Olympians, a popular Greek band from Long Beach, will be performing on the Main Stage while Mythos from San Jose will be playing an acoustic set on the patio.
Art Appreciation
Tour the newly renovated, awe-inspiring domed ceiling and stained glass at St. George Church!
Shopping
Food items, trinkets, souvenirs and gifts for the whole family!
Don’t miss our Greek bookstore which offers books and publications, unique Greek jewelry, icons and gift items plus hard to find authentic Greek food staples.
Fun for the kids
Inflatable slides, bouncers and activities. Fun for all ages from toddlers to older kids! Unlimited daily wristbands will be available.
Schedule of Events:
Friday, September 15th
4:00 pm
Festival opens, food sales begin
Mythos – Patio Stage
4:15 pm
Kefi Dancers – Main Stage
4:30 pm
The Olympians – Main Stage
5:00 pm
Church Tour – Church
5:15 pm
Kefi Dancers – Patio Stage
5:30 pm
Cooking Demo: Spanikopita – Patio Stage
6:00 pm
Kefi Dancers – Main Stage
Mythos – Patio Stage
6:15 pm
Dance Lessons – Main Stage
6:30 pm
The Olympians with Dancer Dimitri Arabatzis – Main Stage
7:00 pm
Church Tour – Church
7:15 pm
Kefi Dancers – Patio Stage
7:30 pm
Cooking Demo: Baklava – Patio Stage
8:00 pm
Kefi Dancers – Main Stage
Mythos – Patio Stage
8:15 pm
Dance Lessons – Main Stage
6:30 pm
The Olympians with Dancer Dimitri Arabatzis – Main Stage
8:30 pm
The Olympians with Dancer Dimitri Arabatzis – Main Stage
9:00 pm
Church Tour – Church
9:15 pm
Kefi Dancers – Patio Stage
9:30 pm
Evgenia – Main Stage
10:00 pm
Mythos – Patio Stage
10:30 pm
The Olympians – Main Stage
Saturday, September 16th
11:00 am
Festival opens, food sales begin
Mythos – Patio Stage
11:15 am
Kefi Dancers – Main Stage
11:30 am
The Olympians – Main Stage
12:15 pm
Astrapi Dancers – Patio Stage
12:20 pm
Kefi Dancers – Patio Stage
12:30 pm
Cooking Demo: Horiatiki – Patio Stage
1:00 pm
Bakersfield Dancers – Main Stage
Mythos – Patio Stage
Church Tour – Church
1:05 pm
Kefi Dancers – Main Stage
1:15 pm
Dance Lessons – Main Stage
1:30 pm
The Olympians – Main Stage
2:15 pm
Astrapi Dancers – Patio Stage
2:20 pm
Kefi Dancers – Patio Stage
2:30 pm
Cooking Demo: Dolmades – Patio Stage
3:00 pm
Bakersfield Dancers – Main Stage
Mythos – Patio Stage
Church Tour – Church
3:15 pm
Dance Lessons – Main Stage
3:30 pm
The Olympians – Main Stage
4:15 pm
Astrapi Dancers – Patio Stage
4:20 pm
Kefi Dancers – Patio Stage
4:30 pm
Cooking Demo: Baklava – Patio Stage
5:00 pm
Kefi Dancers – Main Stage
Mythos – Patio Stage
Church Tour – Church
5:05 pm
Bakersfield Dancers – Main Stage
5:15 pm
Dance Lessons – Main Stage
5:30 pm
The Olympians – Main Stage
6:15 pm
Astrapi Dancers – Patio Stage
6:20 pm
Kefi Dancers – Patio Stage
6:30 pm
Cooking Demo: Pastitsio – Patio Stage
7:00 pm
Bakersfield Dancers – Main Stage
Mythos – Patio Stage
Church Tour – Church
7:15 pm
Dance Lessons – Main Stage
7:30 pm
The Olympians – Main Stage
8:20 pm
Kefi Dancers – Patio Stage
8:30 pm
Cooking Demo: Moussaka – Patio Stage
9:00 pm
Kefi Dancers – Main Stage
Mythos – Patio Stage
Church Tour – Church
9:05 pm
Bakersfield Dancers – Main Stage
9:15 pm
Dance Lessons – Main Stage
9:30 pm
Evgenia – Main Stage
10:00 pm
Kefi Dancers – Patio Stage
10:15 pm
Bakersfield Dancers – Patio Stage
10:30 pm
Bakersfield Dancers – Main Stage
Mythos – Patio Stage
10:45 pm
The Olympians – Main Stage
Sunday, September 17th
11:00 am
Festival opens, food sales begin
Mythos – Patio Stage
11:15 am
Kefi Dancers – Main Stage
11:30 am
The Olympians – Main Stage
12:15 pm
Astrapi Dancers – Patio Stage
12:20 pm
Kefi Dancers – Patio Stage
12:30 pm
Cooking Demo: Greek Coffee – Patio Stage
1:00 pm
Kefi Dancers – Main Stage
Mythos – Patio Stage
Church Tour – Church
1:15 pm
Dance Lessons – Main Stage
1:30 pm
The Olympians – Main Stage
2:15 pm
Astrapi Dancers – Patio Stage
2:20 pm
Kefi Dancers – Patio Stage
2:30 pm
Cooking Demo: Moussaka – Patio Stage
3:00 pm
Astrapi Dancers – Main Stage
Mythos – Patio Stage
Church Tour – Church
3:05 pm
Kefi Dancers – Main Stage
3:15 pm
Dance Lessons – Main Stage
3:30 pm
The Olympians – Main Stage
4:15 pm
Astrapi Dancers – Patio Stage
4:20 pm
Kefi Dancers – Patio Stage
4:30 pm
Mythos – Patio Stage
5:00 pm
Kefi Dancers – Main Stage
Church Tour – Church
5:15 pm
The Olympians – Main Stage
5:45 pm
Astrapi Dancers – Patio Stage
Date: September 15 - 17, 2023
Time:
Friday, September 15 – 4pm to Midnight
Saturday, September 16 – 11am to Midnight
Sunday, September 17 – 11am to 6pm
Location:
St. George Greek Orthodox Church
2219 N. Orchard, Fresno, CA 93703
Admission:
$8/Adults, $4/Seniors 65+ and Students with ID
FREE – Children (12 and under) and Active Military with ID
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