Greek Festival 2026 May 22-24 check back for updates
New Orleans
Greek Festival 2026
The next Greek festival will be held May 22-24, 2026
Greek Festival New Orleans is marking its 51th anniversary this Memorial Day weekend. Holy Trinity Cathedral parishioners invite you to share their heartfelt enthusiasm during this remarkable event on May 22, 23, and 24, 2026. Notable events and Greek specialty items will be incorporated to celebrate the occasion. Mark your calendars now and stay tuned for periodic updates. NEW THIS YEAR: GOING CASHLESS! To make your Greek Festival experience even smoother, we’re going cashless this year! Card and digital payments help us keep lines moving faster, simplify transactions, and allow our volunteers to focus on what matters most, serving up great food and hospitality. Leave the cash at home and enjoy a quicker, easier, and more convenient festival experience!Events Schedule at a Glance
2026 New Orleans Greek Festival- Friday, May 22: 5 pm – 11 pm
- Saturday, May 23: 11 am – 10 pm
- Sunday, May 24: 11 am – 8 pm
- Friday, May 22: 6 pm (with outside performance following) and 9 pm
- Saturday, May 23: 1:30 pm, 4:30 pm (w/ outside performance following) and 7:30 pm
- Sunday, May 24: 1:30 pm (with outside performance following) and 6pm
- Friday, May 22: 7:00 pm
- Saturday, May 23: 1 pm, 3 pm, 5 pm, 7 pm
- Sunday, May 24: 2 pm, 4 pm
2025 GREEK FESTIVAL SPONSORS
The Greek Festival Committee sincerely thanks its sponsors, whose generosity and support helps elevate this year’s event to new heights. All donations directly contribute to the success of this annual church fundraiser and are deeply appreciated. Again, a huge thank you to each sponsor.
STAGE SPONSOR
Southern Eagle
BOOTH SPONSORS
Abrusley Ashy Group
Angela Tsatsoulis and Family
Athenian Bar and Grill
Didriksen, Saucier, Woods, PLCl
FEBE
BOOTH SUPPORTERS
Anthoula & Paris Malachias and Family
FENCE SPONSORS
Chaar and Sons Construction, LLC
Gulf Ship Services
Hancock Whitney Bank
Imperial Trading
Inside New Orleans
Landry and Swarr
Legacy Professional Services, LLC
Marque’s Food Distributors
McGlinchey Stafford, PLLC
New Orleans Childrens Dental Center
Nicholas Pappas III, MD - NOLA Hand, Wrist, and Elbow
NY Associates, Inc.
O'Hara and Mullins Family
Order of St. Markella of Chios
Pamela Dennis
Performance Foodservice
VNM Construction Co.
The Times-Picayune - The New Orleans Advocate
GROUNDS SPONSORS
Alluvia Apartment Homes
Chopin Law Firm
Daniel C. Imbornone, CPA
Lake Lawn Metairie/Leitz-Eagan
Renasant
Thompson Packers, Inc.
The Savvidis Family
50th Greek Festival Official Poster by James Michalopoulos
LIVE Greek Music
John Michael Boyer is a singer, conductor, composer, and educator in Orthodox Byzantine music, currently serving as Protopsaltis at Holy Trinity Cathedral in New Orleans. He has produced and performed on numerous acclaimed recordings, founded the St. John Koukouzelis Institute of Liturgical Arts, and published influential works advancing English-language Byzantine chant.
A beloved Memorial Day weekend tradition since 1973, the New Orleans Greek Festival has long been a can’t-miss destination for locals and visitors alike. Bursting with authentic homemade Greek cuisine, lively music and dancing, and a warm, family-friendly atmosphere, the festival welcomes more than 20,000 happy guests each year. Make your plans now and gather your family and friends to join in the celebration—come eat, dance, laugh, and experience the joy of Greece right here in New Orleans!
Amazing Greek Cuisine
Prepare your appetite for a true feast of Greece! An irresistible array of homemade Greek delicacies will tempt you both inside the Hellenic Cultural Center and outdoors on the Cathedral grounds. Savor time-honored favorites crafted with love and tradition, from succulent roasted leg of lamb paired with tender orzo to perfectly grilled lamb racks, savory gyros, and char-kissed souvlaki. Crisp Greek salads burst with freshness, while the beloved pastitsio dinner layers rich flavors alongside tiropita, juicy keftedes (Greek meatballs), refreshing Greek salad, and delicate dolmades wrapped in vine leaves. Be sure to visit the ever-popular Mezedes Booth, returning once again with an enticing selection of small plates designed to be shared, and savored, alongside your favorite libations. Go ahead and start saving your calories now; your taste buds will thank you!
Hellenic Dancers
The Hellenic Dancers practice throughout the year in preparation for the Festival. On stage inside the Hellenic Cultural Center, they perform a variety of Greek dances for your entertainment.
Shopping Experience
Two main areas for your shopping pleasure will be available.
INSIDE: GREEK GROCERY & HOLY TRINITY ARCHIVES
OUTSIDE: AGORA, T-SHIRT/VINTAGE POSTERS & PASTRY EXPRESS
Click here is the view additional information on all of our shopping options.
Support Holy Trinity Cathedral
Holy Trinity Cathedral is the oldest existing Orthodox community in the Americas. All proceeds from the Greek Festival, as well as donations made through this link, support the church and its ministries. If you wish to contribute, please click the button on the photograph. Your gift is deeply appreciated.
Greek Festival Walk/Run
Register for Greek Festival NOLA Walk/Run here!
Registration is now open! For more specific information about the race and to register for the race, please visit the website here: https://runsignup.com/Race/LA/NewOrleans/GreekFestRun
or call NOTC’s office at (504) 304-2326.
Please note that race bibs provide each run/walk participant two free admissions, free beer while supplies last, and delicious Greek food, music and dancing before gates open at 11 am for general admission.
Events & Entertainment
There will be plenty of activities for the entire family. Don’t miss the popular Hellenic Dancers that perform in authentic costumes on stage in the Hellenic Cultural Center nor the Cathedral Tours that are directed by Cathedral Dean Father George Wilson in the Cathedral. There you will have an opportunity to learn the basics of the Orthodox faith and the church building, as well as hear beautiful Byzantine music sung by resident chanter John Michael Boyer.
Greek Pastries
The pictures speak for themselves! Preparations began in February to help ensure the large variety and quantities of homemade Greek baked goods demanded by the public each year with baklava an all time favorite.
Be a Volunteer!
Interested in volunteering at New Orleans Greek Festival? Volunteers are most welcome! Click here to send your info!
LIVE Greek Music
Thymios Partales and his electrifying Greek-American Super Band return to New Orleans for their third appearance at the beloved Greek Festival, lighting up Memorial Day weekend with music straight from the soul of Greece. With two albums of original compositions and a finger firmly on the pulse of today’s top Greek hits, the band seamlessly blends the old and the new. From region to region, they bring Greece to life through vibrant folk songs and irresistible traditional dances. Partales and his band will fill the air with sound and spirit all three days of Greek Fest, May 22–24, performing on the outdoor stage at the Hellenic Cultural Center along the picturesque Bayou St. John at Allen Toussaint Boulevard.
Southern Louisiana’s largest cultural festival!
Dear Prospective Sponsor, Greetings from the Greek Festival New Orleans Committee! For 51 years the Greek Festival New Orleans has stood as one of the top ten cultural festivals in our region, celebrating the vibrant heritage and traditions of Greece. Drawing approximately 20,000 attendees over Memorial Day weekend, our festival has become a beloved tradition for locals and visitors alike. We believe that your support could help elevate this year’s festival to new heights and ask that you consider becoming a sponsor. You would not only contribute to the success of our event but also gain valuable exposure to our extensive audience. Our festival garners substantial media attention each year with major network affiliates such as ABC, NBC, CBS, and FOX covering our events. Additionally, we run a comprehensive TV advertising campaign for four weeks leading up to the festival. Our digital presence is also robust with our website serving as a central hub for news, updates, and sponsorship information, and our social media platforms boast a combined following of over 24,000 users. To become a partner for the 2026 Greek Festival New Orleans, please consider completing the attached sponsorship form. The deadline for commitment is March 12, 2026. Checks should be made payable to Greek Festival New Orleans and can be sent to 1200 Allen Toussaint Boulevard, New Orleans, LA 70122. Alternatively, we are happy to facilitate credit card payments upon request. For more information or to discuss sponsorship opportunities in greater detail, please do not hesitate to contact the Festival Committee at 504-564-4308 or via email at greekfestivalnola@gmail.com. Thank you for considering this opportunity to support the Greek Festival New Orleans. We are excited about the prospect of collaborating with you and are confident that together, we can make this year’s event the best one yet.
Support Holy Trinity Cathedral
Click button to donate to Holy Trinity Cathedral in support of its ministries.
Shopping Excursions
Inside: Greek Grocery – Imported Food and Homemade Specialties, Holy Trinity Archives – Historical Photographic Reproductions and Gift Items
Outside: Agora – Hellenic Imports and Specialty Items, Vintage Posters, T-Shirts – Apparel for Adults and Children
Events & Entertainment for the Entire Family
A great lineup of fun events for the entire family are slated for the Greek Festival, including live Greek music, Cathedral Tours, Hellenic Dancers performances, and activities at the Athenian Playground. To access weekend highlights and complete schedules, click here.
Location
1200 Allen Toussaint Blvd,
New Orleans, LA 70122
Email us
festival@holytrinitycathedral.com
Call us
(+504) 282-0259
