ROANOKE, Va. – A local favorite for many, festival-goers are excited for the Roanoke Greek Festival, back for the first time since the pandemic.
The weekend’s festivities kicked off on Friday morning.
Organizers are expecting thousands of people to attend this weekend.
The festival features authentic Greek cuisine and a marketplace to buy items.
There will also be live music and dancers, along with tours of the church to learn about the Eastern Orthodox faith. Proceeds from the event will go towards local charities.
“We’re really excited after a three-year pause we’re bringing back I think one of the favorite food festivals for Roanoke and the area,” Peter Simopoulos, chairman of the Greek Festival said.