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OPA! Fayetteville Greek Festival returns Sept. 20-21

By Staff Report, posted 8 months ago

The sights, sounds, and flavors of Greece will fill the air as the Fayetteville Greek Festival returns on Sept. 20-21, 2025 at the Sts. Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church, bringing the community together for a lively weekend of authentic food, music, dancing and cultural celebration.

The Fayetteville Greek Festival is also proud to announce that it has been awarded a generous grant from the Fayetteville Art Council of Cumberland County in support of this year’s cultural celebration. 

This funding will help enhance the festival experience with live performances, traditional Greek music and dance, cultural exhibits and interactive experiences for guests of all ages. The support from the Fayetteville Arts Council of Cumberland County recognizes the festival’s impact on cultural preservation, education and community enrichment.

Known for drawing large crowds from across the region, the Fayetteville Greek Festival offers guests the chance to enjoy homemade Greek pastries, savory dishes like gyros and spanakopita, and Greek coffee while experiencing traditional Greek dancing performed by our youth dance troupes in colorful attire.

The festival will take place at 614 Oakridge Ave., in Fayetteville. 

Festival Hours:

  • Saturday, Sept. 20: 11 AM – 8 PM
  • Sunday, Sept. 21: 11 AM – 6 PM

Every year, the Fayetteville Greek Festival brings people together to celebrate faith, family, and

community through the beauty of Greek culture. Whether you come for the baklava or to dance, 

there is something here for everyone.

Festival Highlights:

  • Authentic Greek food and pastries
  • Traditional Greek dancing and live Greek music
  • Church tours sharing the beauty of the Sts. Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church
  • Kid-friendly activities and take-home Greek lessons

Admission is free, with food and goods available for purchase. Proceeds support the ministries of Sts. Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church and local charities.

For updates, menus, and event details, visit our Facebook page, Fayetteville Greek Festival.

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