Events & Entertainment
the Athenian Playground.
Internationally acclaimed Greek vocalist Irini Kyriakidou has thrilled audiences with her radiant voice and commanding stage presence. A celebrated performer at the world’s top opera houses and a prizewinner of prestigious competitions, she now inspires the next generation as Professor of Voice at Loyola University New Orleans.
In commemoration of the 50th anniversary of Greek Festival New Orleans, Irini will present a Sunset Serenade of Greek classics and love songs from the outdoor stage along Bayou St. John on Friday, May 23, and Saturday, May 24. Each concert will begin at 8:00 pm. Don’t miss them!

OPA! Hellenic Dancers
Make sure you see the Hellenic Dancers, who perform in authentic costumes on stage in the Hellenic Cultural Center. A variety of Greek dances are featured for your entertainment.
Friday: 6 pm (with outside performance following) and 9 pm
Saturday: 1:30 pm, 4:30 pm (with outside performance following), and 7:30 pm
Sunday: 1:30 pm (with outside performance following) and 6 pm

Athenian Playground
Located next to the Bayou, your children will have a great time at the Athenian Playground. This year there will be face painters and two inflatable obstacle courses from which they can select. To cool off or for a quick snack, there will be Snoballs available and the Kafé Snack Bar, where parents can grab a Frappe (iced Greek coffee), as well as snacks, water,
and boxed drinks for children of all ages.

160TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral, the oldest existing Orthodox community in the Americas, is celebrating its 160th Anniversary this year. This significant historical benchmark will be noted during the Cathedral Tours, as well as in the archival displays featured in the foyer of the Hellenic Cultural Center. Make a note to visit both.

Greek Festival Walk/Run
Runners’ Party!
Cathedral Tours
Cathedral Tours
Friday, May 23: 7:00 pm
Saturday, May 24: 1 pm, 3 pm, 5 pm, 7 pm
Sunday, May 25: 2 pm, 4 pm
Most people attending the annual Greek Festival enjoy traditional Greek dancing, live music, and lots of great food and drinks along the Bayou. However, many take time to attend the Cathedral Tours that are directed by Cathedral Dean Father George Wilson. Visitors have an opportunity to learn the basics of the Orthodox faith and the church building, as well as hear beautiful Byzantine music sung in Greek and English by resident chanter John Michael Boyer.