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Greek Festival
Experience the annual Greek Festival 2024 in Long Beach, California.
Every year, a Grecian village comes alive with kid-friendly activities, thrilling attractions, and engaging entertainment. Transport yourself into Greek culture with a lively atmosphere and delectable food during Labor Day weekend. Whether you’re looking for exciting things to do during a weekend, groove during a Greek dance or capture family memories on carnival rides, the Greek festival is an all-encompassing celebration for all ages.
Long Beach Greek Festival Information
When & Where:
The event will be held during Labor Day weekend from August 31 to September 2, 2024. The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary will be hosting the event at 5761 E Colorado Street, Long Beach, CA 90814.
Parking:
There are free parking spaces and shuttle rides at the parking lot of Tibor Rubin VA Medical Center, which is located by North Bellflower Boulevard and Anaheim Road.
Tickets
Admission to the Long Beach Greek Festival costs $5 per person.
Hours:
Festivities start at 12:00 p.m. during each day of the event.
Event Features:
Dive into this Hellenic extravaganza with family-friendly rides, decadent Greek cuisine, and traditional dances. Take in the aromas of classic Greek spices, enjoying traditional meals such as souvlaki and pilaf.
Food & Drinks:
Indulge in authentic Greek meals with dishes such as dolmades, loukoumades, and Greek half chicken. Discover mouthwatering eats, letting the sweet syrup of a baklava melt in your mouth and savoring rich textures in a gyro. Find a new way to enjoy dessert with kourabiedes, a buttery cookie, or galaktoboureko, a crispy pastry with a creamy custard filling.
Sip on a refreshing frappé, cooling yourself with foam-topped iced coffee, or pair Greek wine with roasted lamb and salad.
Music & Live Entertainment:
Watch dancers of all ages perform traditional Greek folk dances, letting your feet tap to infectious beats and enrich your learning about the beauty of this art form. Revel in seeing synchronized movements while taking in sounds that are reminiscent of instruments such as lyres and lutes. Peruse through artisan businesses and food vendors as vibrant music accompanies your stroll.
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