The 42nd annual Greek Fest will take place at St. George Greek Orthodox Church and is sure to once again be a favorite tradition of the Knoxville community. Features include authentic Greek food and pastries, church tours, live music, traditional Greek dancing and costumes, and shopping.
The festival runs from Friday through Sunday, Oct. 1-3. Hours for Friday and Saturday are 11 a.m.–10 p.m. with Sunday hours from 11 a.m.–6 p.m.
The popular a la carte menu includes favorites such as roast lamb, gyro, souvlaki, pastichio, spanakopita, Greek salad, Greek pizza, and saganaki. Inside the church hall, there will be a huge selection of pastries. And this year, credit cards will be accepted for all food booths, including those outside.
The marketplace will offer imported jewelry, gifts and clothing. Also guests can enjoy an authentic taverna, Greek wines, coffee, and frappes (iced coffee). Papou’s Pantry will offer authentic Greek products for purchase.
The new sanctuary is fully rebuilt and open for church tours, complete with Byzantine iconography and hand-painted tiles that reflect the color of the Aegean Sea.
As always, the St. George youth will perform traditional and modern Greek dancing with the help of a live band.
Admission is $2 for adults and no charge for children 12 and younger; $3 weekend passes are available.
Info here.