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The Original Rochester Greek Fest | This Weekend!

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Photo provided by The Original Rochester Greek Fest

Post updated August 2025

The Original Greek Fest in Rochester, MN is an annual event that takes place during the last weekend in August since 1963. This event features music, dancing, culture, and FOOD!

Back by popular demand is the Drive-Thru! This year Greek Fest will have their drive-thru option open on ALL 3 DAYS!

You can enjoy the food and festivities while also giving back. The Original Greek Fest in Rochester, MN supports Philoxenia Charities, the only non-profit organization in Rochester MN that offers 100% free housing to Mayo Clinic Patients without discrimination or any pre-condition requirements. Learn more, Join Us, or Donate at www.PhiloxeniaCharities.org

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GreekFest 2025 flyer

The Preparation!

greek fest
Photo provided by The Original Rochester Greek Fest

greek fest
Photo provided by The Original Rochester Greek Fest

Full Festival & Drive-Thru Greek Fest Details!

Dates: August 22rd – August 24th

Times: Friday, 11am-8pm (pasteries, bounce house, and marketplace open at 4pm), full festival 4 PM – 8 PM (bar open until 9pm) | Saturday, 11 AM – 8 PM (bar open until 9pm) | Sunday, 11 AM – 4 PM

DRIVE-THRU: Friday & Saturday 11 AM – 8 PM, Sunday 11 AM- 4 PM.

Location: 703 West Center Street, Rochester, MN 55902

Details: Full festival walk-in entrance on 7th Avenue between Center Street and 1st Avenue SW. The Drive-thru entrance is at the intersection of 7th Avenue and Center Street

Parking: Free Parking at Mayo Clinic Parking Lot #29 between 6th and 5th Ave and 1st and 2nd St NW

Festival Layout | Courtesy of GreekFest

 

Free Parking after 5pm Friday Aug 22

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