Irvine Greek Fest

A Taste of Greece

45th Annual Irvine Greek Fest

Get ready to be Greek for a day—or an entire weekend—as the beloved Irvine Greek Fest returns for its 45th year at St. Paul’s Greek Orthodox Church. From June 20–22, the church campus at 4949 Alton Parkway transforms into a lively celebration of food, culture, music, and family fun. This long-running tradition has been a summer highlight since 1980, drawing crowds from across Orange County.

Festivalgoers can enjoy authentic Greek cuisine, boutique shopping, live entertainment, and cultural experiences. The “agora” marketplace features artisan vendors, a bookstore, and a kids’ zone with carnival rides. Live Greek music by the Takis Kokotas Band and folk dancing by the Agape and Zoi youth groups (Saturday & Sunday at 3 and 5 p.m.) keep the energy going all weekend.

Food is a major highlight, with a menu full of time-tested favorites—lamb, gyros, saganaki, spanakopita, dolmathes, Greek salad, and pastichio— plus sweets like baklava and the crowd-favorite loukoumathes (honey-drenched doughnut holes). Stop by the kafenio for Greek coffee and frappés, or the taverna bar for Greek beer, wine, and a big screen showing weekend sports.

Guests can also tour the church’s stunning interior, featuring 20,000 square feet of handcrafted mosaic iconography—some of the most unique sacred artwork in Orange County. Church tours run throughout the weekend and offer insight into Orthodox Christianity’s rich heritage.

Festival hours are Friday 5 to 10 p.m., Saturday noon to 10 p.m. and Sunday noon to 9 p.m. Admission is $5 for adults; children under 12 are free. Seniors 65+ receive free admission Saturday from noon to 5 p.m., and veterans, military, and first responders are always free. Free parking and shuttle service are available from the Lake View Senior Center, and bike racks are on-site.

Proceeds benefit the ministries and outreach of St. Paul’s Greek Orthodox Church. For more info, visit IrvineGreekFest.com or follow @irvinegreekfest on social media.

ST. PAUL’S GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH
4949 Alton Pkwy, Irvine | 949.733.2366 | IrvineGreekFest.com