Gyro meat is carved at Southtown Sub, 112 E. 71st St., in Greater Grand Crossing on March 22, 2022. Credit: Colin Boyle/Block Club Chicago

LINCOLN PARK — You can enjoy gyros and other activities at St. George Greek Orthodox Church’s Gyros Fest this weekend.

The fest kicks off 5-10 p.m. Friday at North Sheffield Avenue and West Diversey Parkway. Celebrations continue noon-10 p.m. Saturday-Sunday.

The festival will feature Greek food, music and dancing, as well as kids activities and a gyro-eating contest, according to the website.

The event isn’t ticketed, but there’s a suggested $10 donation upon entry. You can learn more about the festival here


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