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More Room on the Bayou! — Hooray!
We've made bigger and better changes to the Festival layout for this year! Look for expanded pathways, new booth locations, and even more seating on Bayou St. John's levee. Click here for a detailed Festival grounds map!
Athenian Playground — Even Better!
There's more in store for 2008! We're updating the Athenian Playground, with fun amusements and food for picky eaters (hot dogs, for kids only). Located right next to our Mount Olympus climbing wall, your kids are sure to have a great time!
Rent a Canoe
Want to get away? Rent a GFNO boat and take a tour of Bayou St. John! Canoes will be available Friday, Saturday, and Sunday for your enjoyment. Now located in the Athenian Playground.
Climb Mount Olympus!
Do you have what it takes to climb Mount Olympus? Find out on our favorite Athenian Playground attraction! 400 square feet of climbing rock stand twenty-four feet into the air, with four degrees of difficulty that the entire family can enjoy. Start out easy on Monkey Hill and work your way up or go right for the gusto and attempt level four — Mount Olympus!
Entrance Prize
Registering your Entrance Ticket at the front gate for a chance at two round trip tickets to Greece, or $1,500 cash. Winner need not be present at drawing. Certain airfare restrictions apply. For more information please call 504-282-0259. Kali Tihi (Good Luck)!!
The Hellenic Dancers
Our dancers practice throughout the year in preparation for the Festival. On stage, they perform a variety of Greek dances for your entertainment. Their schedule is listed below.
- Friday — 6:00 and 9:00
- Saturday — 1:30, 4:30, and 8:00
- Sunday — 1:30 and 6:00
Live Greek Band
Enjoy authentic Greek music performed live by Kostas Kastanis! Learn the Zorba and other traditional dances out on the Bayou! Click here to visit Kostas Kastanis' website.
Olympic Run/Walk 5K Race Schedule
- 7:00 PM — 1 Mile Run/Walk start
- 7:20 PM — 5K Run start
- 7:21 PM — 5K Race Walkers/Fitness Walkers
Click here for detailed information and online registration!
Cathedral Tours
Discover the world around your corner with a guided trip through our Cathedral, given by our church historians. You may be surprised at what you learn! Tour schedule is listed below.
BACK FOR 2008! — Byzantine Chanting! Holy Cross School of Theology Choir Members will join us during the Cathedral Tours to provide a spiritual music experience.
Stop by the booth outside of the Cathedral for more information regarding Holy Cross School of Theology and to purchase related items.
- Friday — 7:00 and 8:00
- Saturday — 12:00, 2:00, 5:00, 7:00 (vespers), and 7:30
- Sunday — 12:00, 2:00, 5:00, and 7:00
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