Portland Middle Eastern Festival

Photo by Michael Burrows

Celebrate a day of traditional food, entertainment and fun at the Portland Middle Eastern Festival.

The event is hosted by the St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church, which was founded in 1930 to serve the local Arabic speaking community.

Every year, the church opens its door to the city for a special daylong celebration of Middle Eastern culture. Here’s what you can enjoy at this year’s event:

The 45th annual Portland Middle Eastern Festival is Sunday, August 25, 2024, from noon to 6 p.m. The event has influences from Syrian, Greek and Lebanese cultures culminating into a day of food, dance and fun.

Here are the activities you can enjoy at this event:

A variety of authentic cuisine, including lamb, chicken kebabs, gyros, falafel, pastries, baklava, meat and spinach pies, and more.
Tours of the beautiful St George Antiochian Orthodox Church.
Traditional Arab dances.
Fun activities for kids, including bounce house, face painting and games.
A book store.
A silent auction.
Evening prayer at 6 p.m.

Admission is $5. Children 10 and under attend for free. Food and beverages are available for purchase.

The event is at St George Antiochian Orthodox Church, 2101 NE 162nd Ave. in Portland. There is a large lot at the church where visitors can park for free.

For more information, visit the church’s website.

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