36th Annual Greek Festival Run & Walk
Saturday May 23rd, 2026
Start your Memorial Day weekend off by registering for the 5K or 1-Mile Kids Run and invite your friends to join!
Don't forget, your RACE BIB not only gets you (2) free entries into the 50th New Orleans Greek Festival ($20 value) but also (1) hour prior to the official opening!
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1-Mile Kids' Run
Price:
$20
Time:
8:00AM CDT
Registration Opens January 13, 2026 at 12:00am CST
Open to ages 13 and under.
Countdown to Greek Fest
Quick Info
Race Day Info:
- 7:00 AM - Packet Pickup & Late Registration
- 8:00 AM - 1-Mile Kids Run/Walk
- 8:15 AM - Registration Closes
- 8:30 AM - 5K Run/Walk
- 9:30 AM - Greek Fest opens
- Must have race bib to enter early
- 9:45 AM - Award Ceremony inside Greek Festival
- Subject to change
- 11:00 AM - Greek Festival opens to public
Race Location
1200 Allen Toussaint Blvd.
New Orleans, LA 70122 US
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Registration & Event Highlights:
- All registered participants receive:
- Commerative Race Shirt
- Finisher Medal
- Race bib with timing chip
- 2 free entries and 1 hour early access into New Orleans Greek Festival ($20 value!)
- Giveways and awards
- Post race refreshments
- Certified 5K course
- Largest Team Competition
- Toga Costume Contest
- Much more!
Map Location
New Orleans Greek Festival
A Golden Celebration – Cheers to 50 Years!
Greek Festival New Orleans is preparing a golden celebration this Memorial Day weekend to mark its 50th anniversary.
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Friday, May 23: 5 pm - 11 pm
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Saturday, May 24: 11 am - 10 pm
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Sunday, May 25: 11 am - 8 pm
