2026

Castro Valley Greek Festival

October 3-4, 2026 in Castro Valley

Saturday October 3rd (11am - 9pm), Sunday October 4th (11am - 6pm). Admission is FREE for all.

Welcome to the 2026 Castro Valley Greek Festival!

We’re excited to welcome you back for another incredible weekend of food, music, and culture. Everything you love about our festival is still here—authentic Greek cuisine, lively traditional dancing, and the sounds of a live Greek band. We've simply added even more to make this year's celebration our best yet!

This year, we're excited to introduce brand-new menu items and experiences designed with everyone in mind!

Create your perfect meal with our all-new Greek Bowl, where you can build your own bowl using our famous, authentic Greek favorites—customized to suit your taste.

We're also debuting our delicious Greek Flatbread, made fresh and personalized with your choice of toppings for a meal that's uniquely yours.

All this and more in our brand new Outdoor Greek Plaza! Come experience a vibrant food court with amazing customizable dining options, a revamped bar menu with live sports entertainment and our wine tasting booth!
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Outside on the lawn, you’ll find our Revamped Kid Zone, local vendors, and plenty of space to enjoy the day. Plus, Church Tours will be offered throughout the weekend — we invite you to learn more about our faith and traditions.

Come celebrate our Greek heritage with us — opa!

FAQs

It's the Greekend! Can we get an... OPA!

This popular annual cultural celebration on the grounds of the Resurrection Greek Orthodox Church in Castro Valley serves up authentic flavorful food, great music, dancing, and pure fun.

Celebrate with the Greeks! Dance to our lively bouzouki music, taste our delicious cuisine, drink our wine, tour our traditional Byzantine-rich ekklēsía (church), and shop our agorá (marketplace). Experience a weekend filled with lots of kefi (joy)!

Food Menu

Hungry? We got you!

YiaYia, Papou, Cousin Nikki, and Thea Maria are all busy in the kitchen cooking up your favorite Greek delicacies. Prepare to eat yourself into a Greek food coma!

In Our Dining Line

Proudly Serving Chicken, Dolmades, Keftedes, Pastitsio, Moussaka, Rice, Spanokopita, Tiropita, Green Beans, and Greek Salad!

Greek-style Street Food

Gyros, Pork and Chicken Souvlaki with Pita bread, Lamb Sandwich, Greek Fries with Garlic, Feta and Oregano (or plain), Loukaniko Pork/Lamb Sausage, Spanokopita, Tiropita, Bougatsa, Falafal Sandwich!

Our Signature Food of the Street - GYROS!

Try a Seasoned beef with Tomato, Onion, and Tzatziki sauce. OR, for those Veggie lovers - Vegetarian (Cucumber, Tomato, Onion and Tzatziki) - all wrapped in a warm Pita.

How About Some Loukoumades!

Loukoumades - These bite-size honey puffs of heaven are the favorite food of Greek Gods and Goddesses everywhere!

Visit the Kafenion!

Craving something sweet or in need of a caffeine fix? Enjoy your favorites like traditional Greek Coffee, refreshing Frappe (iced coffee), and a wide variety of authentic Greek pastries. New this year: Baklava Cheesecake, Greek Cannoli, Baklava Sundaes. You can also find Pastries-to-go and Loukoumades.

Beverages

Enjoy Greek and California Wines, Greek Beer, and Greek Spirits (Metaxa and Ouzo) at both our Bars.

Greek Dance

Greeks Dance in the BEST Circles!

For 50 years, Greek folk dancing has been an important part of our church community. Experience a performance each day...and, don't be shy, we'll teach YOU to dance in the best circles, too!
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FAQs

Other questions? Send us an email at greekfestival@resurrectiongoc.com

What is the Greek Festival about?

This popular annual cultural celebration on the grounds of the Resurrection Greek Orthodox Church in Castro Valley serves up authentic flavorful food, great music, dancing, and pure fun.

When is this year’s Greek Festival?

Saturday, October 3rd (11am-9pm), Sunday, October 4th (11am-6pm). Admission is FREE for all.

Will there be indoor or outdoor seating available?

Experience the best of both worlds! Relax and enjoy our all-new Outdoor Greek Plaza, featuring sports entertainment, local vendors, comfortable seating, and crowd-favorite Saganaki "Opa!" flaming cheese shows. Then head indoors, where the celebration continues with authentic Greek food, traditional dancing, and the lively sounds of a live Greek band.

Will there be any dancing, church tours, or entertainment?

Yes, we will have a Live Band on Saturday and Sunday - Join us for Greek dance performance throughout the weekend.

Are there any ADA accommodations?

We are special needs friendly. We are pleased to offer reasonable accommodations upon request. Please contact us with any questions or special requests.

A place to sit while waiting for food, instead of standing
Noise cancelling earphones for loan
A sensory friendly quiet area for a break
Assistance with food ordering
Wide lines to accommodate wheelchairs
Limited onsite parking on a first come, first served basis. You must have a disabled placard to park in the festival lot.

Parking Information

Parking at the church lot (20104 Center St.) is very limited, with most spaces reserved for guests with valid disabled parking placards.

New this year, we're pleased to offer a complimentary shuttle service from a nearby Park & Ride, making it easier than ever to get to the festival. Shuttle location, schedule, and additional details will be announced soon—stay tuned!

Please be respectful of our neighbors:
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Do not block driveways
Do not park in red zones

Thank you for helping us keep the festival safe and enjoyable for everyone!

Ever been inside a Christian Orthodox church?

Everyone is welcome to take an informal church tour, meet our clergy and members of our parish, see how we worship Jesus Christ, and learn more about the Ancient Church of the Apostles.

Visit with Archdeacon Justin Bosl for answers to your questions. Check out our Introduction to Orthodoxy class that is happening in the Fall.

Interested in finding out more about Orthodoxy and our Church?

You don't need to be Greek to be Orthodox. We are always glad to welcome new people into our parish family! Please visit our website at resurrectiongoc.com and click on the "New Visitor" tab on the top navigation menu to learn more. Whether you have just moved to the area, are exploring Orthodox Christianity for the first time, or are returning home, we want to get to know you better – you belong here!

Can I volunteer to help at the festival or make a donation?

Yes! We always have need for people to work a shift or two over the festival weekend. Sign up to be a volunteer to work in the booth of your choice! No experience necessary.

Donations to the Greek Festival are always appreciated and are used toward our various ministry programs and helping those in need in our community. Donate online at: resurrectiongoc.com/give.