Best New Jersey Greek Festivals

NJ Greek Festivals. Discover the 2024
best New Jersey Greek festivals and culture celebrations

In New Jersey, Greek festivities are primarily organized by either a sizeable Greek Orthodox congregation or by organizations passionate about promoting Greek traditions to younger generations and the broader community.

With a profound connection to the Greek Orthodox church, these festivals often coincide with significant dates in the Orthodox calendar.

Visitors to these celebrations are treated to an array of cultural experiences, such as savoring Greek cuisine, enjoying live music, observing traditional Greek folk dancing, and exploring the insides of Greek Orthodox churches.

These events usually take place over a span of three to four days during a summer weekend.

Step inside to explore these events, their religious roots, delightful highlights, and the causes they support.

2024 Greek Festivals and Events

St. Demetrios Greek Festival

St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church's Annual Greek Festival
September 5, 6, 7, 8, 2024
721 Rahway Avenue
Union, NJ
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This annual festival features Moussaka, pastitsio, leg of lamb, dolmades, spanakopites, tiropites, and more food along with folk dancing, live music, childrens activities and a fun zone.
Rain or shine under the tents.

Roseland Greek Fest

Roseland Greek Fest
September 27, 28, 29, 2024
Ss. Nicholas, Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church
80 Laurel Ave.
Roseland, NJ
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Live Greek music, Greek dancing. gyros, souvlaki, home made pastries and more. They will feature the best of new and traditional Greek music including Hellenic Dancers.

St. Barbara Greek Festival

St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church Greek Festival
September 27, 28, 29, 2024
2200 Church Road
Toms River, NJ
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This event features authentic Greek food and pastries, Greek dances, live music, rides and games with an entertainment tent, Outdoor Greek Food Court with Beer Truck and full bar.

Agora Greek Festival

Agora Festival
October 10, 11, 12, 13, 2024
St. Thomas Greek Orthodox Church
615 Mercer Street
Cherry Hill, NJ
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The Agora Greek Festival, one of the largest in South Jersey, features a Greek celebration with Greek food, wine, music, dance and song. The tradition of their Greek beliefs, the best food this side of the Acropolis, delicious wines and great entertainment are celebrated.