Port Jefferson Greek Festival 2025
Overview: The Port Jefferson Greek Festival 2025 marks the 59th annual celebration of Greek culture and heritage, hosted by the Greek Orthodox Church of the Assumption from August 21-24, 2025, in Port Jefferson, NY. This beloved four-day festival represents one of Long Island's largest and most prestigious Greek cultural celebrations, bringing together authentic Greek cuisine, traditional music and dance performances, thrilling carnival rides, and spectacular fireworks displays. As a cornerstone event of Suffolk County's summer festival season, this rain-or-shine celebration attracts thousands of visitors annually to experience genuine Greek hospitality, Orthodox traditions, and Hellenic culture in a festive, family-friendly atmosphere.
Highlights: This landmark festival showcases the rich heritage of the Greek-American community through authentic mouth-watering cuisine including gyros, moussaka, souvlaki, spanakopita, baklava, and the famous hot loukoumades, complemented by traditional Greek tavernas where food is served on platters for an authentic dining experience. The festival features spectacular fireworks displays on Friday and Saturday nights at 9:30 PM, live Greek music and traditional Hellenic dance performances by renowned groups, over 300 carnival games prizes, thrilling rides by Newton Shows, and an extraordinary sweepstakes raffle featuring over 200 prizes including luxury cars, electronics, and cash. Supported by AHEPA 319 (American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association) and powered by dedicated volunteers, this festival serves as both a cultural showcase and vital fundraising event that supports the church's year-round ministries and community outreach programs.
Event Details:
Date: August 21-24, 2025 (Thursday to Sunday)
Timings:
Thursday: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Friday: 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Saturday: 1:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Greek Orthodox Church of the Assumption, 430 Sheep Pasture Rd, Port Jefferson, NY 11777
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