OPA! NJ GREEKFEST Returns to Westfield May 30-June 1

Enjoy a Weekend of Flavor, Fun and Festivities
Hosted by Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, Westfield

Organization: Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church
Your Name/Title: Jeannie Arida/Media Liaison
Location: 250 Gallows Hill Road, Westfield, NJ 07090
Email: greekfest@htgocnj.org
Phone: 908-233-8533

What is NJ GreekFest?

Serving up “a taste of Greece right in your backyard,” NJ GreekFest, hosted by Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in Westfield, offers guests an array of delicious Greek food — from dinners and gyros to baked goods, coffees and desserts and much more — as well as Greek dancing and music, activities for kids, a marketplace and a MEGA 50/50 RAFFLE with a grand prize of $10,000.

How long has this event taken place?

Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church has hosted the annual event since 1972, said Anthe Angelides, festival manager.

Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, under the guidance of Fr. Delvizis, presiding priest, is the spiritual home to more than 400 Orthodox Christian families. The church’s dynamic community offers spiritual, educational, athletic and/or social activities for every age group.

“We are excited to welcome the local community to our annual NJ GreekFest, where everyone can experience the warmth and hospitality of Greece right here in Westfield,” Fr. Peter Delvizis said. “It’s a wonderful opportunity for people of all backgrounds to come together, enjoy delicious food and lively music, and celebrate our cultural traditions.”

What are the dates of the event?

NJ GreekFest will be held this year on Friday, May 30; Saturday, May 31; and Sunday, June 1.

Visit www.njgreekfest.com and on social media @njgreekfest.com.

What takes place each day?

Visitors can choose from an array of delectable Greek cuisine, as well as enjoy live Greek music and dancing, and sample a marketplace of arts, crafts, jewelry and souvenirs. Visitors also can enter a mega 50/50 raffle with a chance to win up to $10,000.

What can attendees expect when they arrive?

Things that visitors can enjoy include:

• an assortment of delectable Greek cuisine, such as mouthwatering gyros, souvlaki, spanakopita, baklava, loukoumades and other traditional homemade Greek delicacies.
• live performances of Greek music and traditional dance, featuring vibrant costumes and energetic routines that celebrate Greece’s rich cultural heritage.
• an emporium offering Greek-themed arts, crafts, jewelry and souvenirs, perfect for taking home a piece of Greece.
• kids’ activities including games, and other fun opportunities. Enjoy the Kid Zone and Mamma Mia Mob Scene on Friday at 6:45 p.m.
• a chance to win up to $10,000 in the Mega 50/50 Raffle. Purchase a raffle ticket for 7 chances to win up to half of the total amount collected from ticket sales. Only 500 tickets will be sold at $100 each, maximizing the odds of winning.

How many attend each year?

Thousands enjoy NJ GreekFest annually. To offer the event, some 350 church volunteers of all ages will be working in 695 positions per three-and-a-half-hour shift each, Angelides said.

How can the community get involved with this event?

They can attend the NJ GreekFest Friday, May 30, from 5-11 p.m.; Saturday, May 31, from noon to 11 p.m.; and Sunday, June 1, from noon to 6 p.m. Free shuttle service will be provided from the nearby Union County College parking lot.

Any other information you would like to include?

Admission to the festival is $3. A portion of the festival proceeds will benefit Holy Trinity’s community outreach programs.

Celebrate Greek culture, heritage, and community spirit at the annual Greek Festival. For more information and updates, visit njgreekfest.com and follow @njgreekfest on social media.