The best Greek Festival in town. I didn't feel like cooking and saw this big Greek Festival sign…read moreand pulled in. Was I ever surprised. Not only did I get my dinner, I found advice from Aunt Voula, wine and music. For a great time head to the Greek Festival.

55th Annual Greek Festival of Sts. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church of DC is my 7th…read morelocal Greek festival that I visited and reviewed. It was A-OK. The litmus test of the cost of beer ($5 for Mythos) passed (not $7 like DC). Unfortunately, a half of the fun is opening the bottle and having it there, but at this festival it had to be poured in the plastic cup by the bar personnel. The food was good. The Greek Ladies have prepared their authentic Greek fare using recipes passed down from generation to generation and producing a menu of Greek favorites like, Moussaka, Pastitsio, Manestra, and Spanakopita as well as succulent Greek pastries such as, Baklava, Galaktobouriko, Diples and Kourambiethes. Unfortunately, the cost was sometimes not justified - $4 for a small hand of the french fries is a lot - even it is "for the church." The picture shows two portions of french fries that I combined in one. The Greek sausages did not meet my expectations - yes, they were lemony and a lot of spice in them but the consistency was too soft and the final mix of taste was not impressive. Not much choice in the deserts department but the credit goes to cook for the excellent Galaktobouriko and Kataifi desserts. There was not any entertainment program going on for 60 minutes I spent there and that was a big downside, where on the other festival you have either bigger market (Bethesda) or non-stop entertainment (Annapolis). The average crowd was mostly retirees but never the less more diverse then at many other festivals. There is no entrance fee and the parking is free.

It seems like there's one review a year for this festival and 2024 is my year!…read more This festival celebrates Cambodian New Year which is done by date and not lunar cycle like some of its neighbors (China, Vietnam, etc.). There is everything you could possibly want at a festival like this but most importantly, the food. There will be stuff that you'll recognize and stuff that you won't but I encourage you to try more of the latter than the former. Just look at what other people are eating and go and find that. One thing that everyone can seem to agree on is the sugar cane juice. It's fresh - it's delicious - and it may be good for you...who knows? There are musical and dancing performances and everyone walking around seemed to be in a great mood. Go early...go often...go hungry.

Upon arrival at 12pm most vendors had started to pack up, many booths were sold out of food and if…read moreyou were in line for the sugar cane drink it didn't move for the 10minutes we stood there. I have some Cambodia friends who have told me lots of good things about the one in Philadelphia so I had high hopes for here but maybe better luck next timem

Super fun! Definitely get there early so you have enough…read moretime to complete the games and enjoy food We missed out on both because we got there later than intended

I'll start by saying that I like the fact that they have people directing traffic. But that's about…read morethe only positive thing I can say about it here. For $70 and an hour drive, I was expecting a lot more. It simply wasn't scary to me. Like at all. We got through the whole thing in like an hour and a half. The food was horrible and overpriced - a mini pizza and a soda cost $15 and the pizza tasted like those cheap frozen ones you can buy at the grocery store. Definitely not worth the $85 between ticket and food, gas, travel time, and tolls lol.

Songkran Festival serves hands down the best food of all the festivals the area holds every year…read more The festival celebrates the Thai New Year, which is the 13-15 of every April. Unlike all the other festivals such as Fiesta Asia, Adams Morgan Day Festival, Fiesta DC, Greek Festival, etc, Songkran is catered mainly to Thais and actually serve very authentic Thai food. There are all kinds of food that you won't find in area Thai restaurants. One of my favorites is the Nam Kao Tod, which is a huge seasoned ball of rice, pork and tripe, fried, then broken up and mixed with chili, lime juice, red onions and cilantro. It is entirely street food but unbelievably flavorful. The Sakoo Sai Moo, tapioca flour balls filled with pork, is also fantastic. The lady that sells the Nam Kao Tod also makes papaya salad fresh from scratch, which is a must if you're a fan. I would also suggest getting there early to get in line for the stall that sells the different kinds of meat braised in a big pot because they tend to run out by 1pm. Another stall sells grilled squid on skewers that look delicious but they are so popular that they tend to under-cook the squid so in my opinion it is not worth waiting in line for half an hour for. For people that are not adventurous, there are 2-3 stalls that sell grilled chicken/beef/pork on a stick, which I think are not worth getting. For dessert, one stall sells little balls of fried sweet potatoes that are divine. And you can never go wrong with mango sticky rice. Food is reasonably priced, for most dishes you pay $5 and get quite a bit of food. There are also stalls that sell Thai music, movies, clothing and accessories. The stage in the center of the festival has performances of Thai dances and Muay Thai.

Enjoyed a walking tour of art on the grounds of SSM. Daría did an amazing job explaining each…read morepiece. This is a hidden gem in MoCo with a lot of history. You def need to check their website for different events and featured artists. FYI-you can have weddings, company events, etc.

A great place to visit with friends, family, and on your own. Art can be found everywhere. Be…read moresure to check out their calender for upcoming events.

Jennifer is very down to earth and very friendly. I chose to have a Tarot Reading. Her session was…read morevery on point with my questions and concerns. I was pleasantly surprised with some revelations the reading provided. Jennifer is very professional on a relatable platform. I highly would recommend her to anyone for a reading.

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What a fun and deeply meaningful festival! Whether you are looking to attain more literacy in…read moreUkrainian culture or to connect with what you already know, this event offers that! There are musical and dance performances -- with the singers, dancers, and presenters being decked out in Ukrainian-style clothes -- savoury and sweet foods, and vendors selling clothing, paintings, and all kinds of arts and little souvenirs ... not to mention an indoor exhibit about the war and several areas for photo-taking with beautifully arranged fabrics, flowers, wheat, and other traditional Ukrainian garments and objects. Not only that, but everyone is friendly and caring, making for a real community feel. I went all three days! It was not boring for one second. It's also a nice open space in which to walk around, to wander and browse, see cute kids and dogs, and sit at a blue tablecloth-covered table and eat while gazing at the fresh yellow flowers in the centre .... If you happen to attend wearing the yellow and blue of the Ukrainian flag, you will be in great company! Looking for some vyshyvanka? There are shirts for women, men, and children plus dresses and vests .... Plush of Mriya, ducks with little vests, keychains, bracelets, and so much more is available! So many of the arts and crafts were made by people who are at the festival themselves so you can meet the artists, and sometimes the wares are being sold by the crafter's family members. It's a real family event! Hairbands with flowers (vinok), hand-painted wooden hair clips, dolls, socks, tie-on pockets -- so many things it's a stretch to remember, let alone list them all! One might say this is a festival filled with much 'eye candy!' A feast for the eyes! A feast, in fact, for ALL of the senses! Many of the vendors are raising money for non-profits, too -- and the festival itself is a fundraiser, an awareness-raiser, and I'd say it's an aesthetic sense-raiser, too!

Welcome back! This festival was sorely missed last year as many states from as far as Connecticut…read moreattend and perform. First - the dancing is unsurpassed and never ending. Every troupe is on point and the costumes amazing!! Now the marketplace- a plethora of authentic goods, hand made art, clothing, and jewelry. Come enjoy and shop. Bring empty stomach. Cards and cash.

This festival is held once a year (on a weekday), but if you work during the day, you can still…read moreattend as the past few years I have attended, it was held from 10am to 8pm. My most recent visit was during their 99th year, held on Tuesday July 23, 2019. Parking is free and is located on the grounds next to the Thrift Store and across the street from the Hospital (you may have to park on the hilly grassy areas if you arrive later in the day). There are several parking attendants directing you on where to park once you get on Prince Philip Drive. There is something for everyone at this festival and they are all at a minimal price. In 2019 they had: An area for kids with Pony Rides - there were 2 ponies, Inflatable rides (each manned by an attendant); Books, CD's and DVD's all sorted in different categories - these tents were rather popular. From what I remember, the prices were between $1 to $2 each. Some the books I purchased were in great condition. Most others were in average to great condition; Antiques was in a separate tent from the one with Jewelry. The Jewelry tent is quite popular as well - folks will line up in the rain for this tent to open up. They had everything from necklaces, earrings, rings, watches, scarves, etc. Plants / Fresh Produce / Framed Art - all in their own separate tents. Stuffed Animals - some of which were Beanies. All between $1 to $2 each and there were many. We purchase one or two a few years back. Games - I saw lots of board games, card games and lots of jigsaw puzzles. If there were pieces missing for a game, it would be listed on the game. The prices were listed as well. Prices looked between $1 to $2 each. Bakery - where folks made bakery items and they were available for sale / Ice Cream - there were selling 3 different types of the novelty ice cream / Drinks - I can't remember if anything else was sold other than sodas. Food - you can get Fried Chicken (they are known for having good fried chicken each year), Corn on the Cob, Fruit cups, Wings, Roll, pulled beef, Hamburger/Hot Dog and there is even a Vegetarian Wrap available for purchase. There are times when I have been in the line for food and it was very long, but everyone waited patiently - they also provide lots of tables and chairs for you to eat your food. Entertainment is also available for watching as well. You could also enter a raffle ($5 per ticket) and for the choice of prizes that you get to pick from (if you won), it is totally worth it, plus it is going towards a good cause. You do not have to be present for when they select the winning raffle tickets. The festival reminds me of a gathering of a community - everyone relaxing and just having a good 'ole time. I am already looking forward to when they will have their 100th Women's Board Picnic & Bazaar (in 2020) as they will probably go all out for that and then some.

I love this community of dancers! That's what is so awesome about it. The people here are good…read morepeople that care about each other, they bring in amazing guests for workshops, they offer virtual classes too! I have also noticed that you will learn about the history and culture on the dance style, and it's very thorough. That is so important because it gives you more understanding and context of where the movement comes from and how it was used.

I'm blown away by the the classes and hospitality The…read morequality and devotion of the teachers amazes me.

Vick performed as Professor Snape at our twin boys' 8th birthday party. He was amazing to work…read morewith, especially in light of the commute required. We were so lucky he agreed to drive well outside of his usual area to perform. His illusions were mesmerizing, and he expertly handled a room full of inquisitive and skeptical kids by getting most of them involved in his performance. He gave a great message in the end of the performance also, drawing on the themes of inclusion and acceptance from the Harry Potter stories, which the adults present also mentioned as being a highlight. We cannot say enough great things about his professionalism and performance and we would highly recommend him for any event!

We hired Vick for our wedding reception! I was thinking of a simple way to entertain older folks,…read moreyoung children, and everyone in-between -- he was the answer! Vick had a wonderful story line and great tricks that kept everyone's attention! We had some guests that are very skeptical of magic tricks, and he still blew them away! I'm so happy we had him! We ended up starting his show a little late, unfortunately, but he was incredibly patient, set-up, and mingled with a few guests while he waited! He then put on a 45-50 minute show for all of us, and included some guests, my father, and us in the show! I highly recommend him for ANY event -- weddings, birthdays (children AND adult), social events, etc. Thanks, Vick!