Tampa Greek Festival
Schedule
Fri, 03 Nov, 2023 at 10:00 am to Sat, 04 Nov, 2023 at 10:00 pm
Location
St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church, West Swann Avenue, Tampa, FL, USA | Tampa, FL
41st Annual Tampa Greek Food Festival
Nov 3 – Nov. 4 2023
Friday Nov. 3 4 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Saturday Nov.4 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.
WHERE: St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church
2418 W. Swann Avenue Tampa FL 33609
WHY: The Tampa Greek Festival has been a staple in the Tampa Bay community for 41 years! With its rich culture heritage and faith the festival draws more than 8000 people to St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church in South Tampa’s Hyde Park neighborhood year after year.
What better way to spend the weekend than satisfying your cravings for Greek lamb gyros herb lemon chicken and many more delicious authentic Greek dishes? St. John's famous finishing touches such as Baklava Kourambiedes Koulourakia and many other famous Greek pastry treats are a tasty excuse to stay just a little longer and enjoy live music until closing.
You don’t have to fly 5000 miles to experience the sights and sounds of Greece:
● Greek Cuisine. Outstanding food & scrumptious pastries.
● Greek Café. Made-to-order Greek coffee.
● Live Music. Live music provided by Greek Bouzouki band John Demas & the Omega Project.
● Live Dance Performances. St. John’s Glendi Dance Group performing around the clock.
● Greek Market. “The Bakaliko” or “neighborhood market” will feature traditional pantry essentials as well as jewelry and fine Mediterranean merchandise.
● Orthodox Bookstore selling Icons religious books gifts and jewelry.
● Children’s Play Zone.
● Church Tours. Tour of St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church and learn about the meanings behind the ancient Christian faith. Tours provided by Father Stavros Akrotirianakis and Father John Stefero.
● Choir Performances. St. John choral program – listen to beautiful ancient hymns of an Orthodox liturgical service on Friday and Saturday night.
Additionally your giving helps support multiple charitable organizations including: LifePath Hospice LOVE Inc. FOCUS North America OCMC IOCC Orthodox Christian Prison Ministry Mathew 25. (Logos of charities available upon request.)
FESTIVAL ENTRY TICKETS:
• Free! Donations accepted
• Free Parking
Connect with us:
∙ Facebook: facebook.com/TampaGreekFestival
∙ Twitter: @TPAGreekFest | #TampaGreekFestival
For more information | TampaGreekFestival.com
About St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church
St.JohnTampa.org
St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church is dedicated to spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ as the one Holy and catholic and apostolic church. The Church’s mission is to embrace the spiritual life of the Orthodox Church through regular prayer worship and frequent participation in the sacraments; support the Church through stewardship time talent and sacrificial giving; provide a welcoming caring loving environment; exemplify Orthodox Christian character and morals; support ministries that facilitate the overall mission of the Church; commit to community service and charitable outreach and create an environment which encourages members to grow in their faith.
Where is it happening?
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