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Greek Festival Run & Walk

Sat, May 23, 2026, 8:30 AM CDT

Location
New Orleans, LA
1200 Allen Toussaint Blvd., 70122
Type
RUN
Official registration

Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.

At a glance

Embrace fitness and festivity at the New Orleans Greek Festival Run & Walk, offering a 5K or 1-mile course with post-race festival access and treats.

  • Fun
  • Festive

Great for

  • Beginner Friendly
  • Walkers Welcome

Start your Memorial Day weekend with the 35th annual Greek Festival Run & Walk in New Orleans. This event offers a vibrant way to celebrate Greek culture and heritage, combining a 5K or 1-mile course with lively festivities. Runners and walkers of all speeds are welcome to participate. Your race bib grants you early festival access, including two free admissions, complimentary beer while supplies last, and delicious Greek food, music, and dancing. It's a wonderful opportunity to enjoy both fitness and festivity in the heart of NOLA.

What to expect

  • Choose between a 5K or a 1-mile course, starting and finishing at the NOLA Greek Fest.
  • Enjoy early festival access with two free admissions.
  • Savor delicious Greek food, music, dancing, and complimentary beer while supplies last.

Standout details

  • 35th annual event
  • Early festival access
  • Free beer and Greek food
  • Open to all runners and walkers

Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.

Distances & registration

4 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 1 Miles

    Sat, May 23, 8:00 AM CDT · From $22.20

    Opens Feb 10, 2026, 7:00 PM CST · Closes Feb 20, 2026, 6:59 PM CST

  • 5K

    Sat, May 23, 8:30 AM CDT · From $38.10

    Opens Feb 10, 2026, 7:00 PM CST · Closes Feb 20, 2026, 6:59 PM CST

  • 5K

    Sat, May 23, 8:30 AM CDT · From $69.90

    Opens Feb 10, 2026, 7:00 PM CST · Closes Feb 20, 2026, 6:59 PM CST

+ 1 more option
  • 5K

    Sat, May 23, 8:30 AM CDT · From $0.00

    Opens Feb 10, 2026, 7:14 PM CST · Closes May 23, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT

Vibe Check

Easygoing

warm-day exposure

  • Warm season

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

  • Flat
  • Walkers welcome
From the organizer

We're back on the bayou for the 35th annual New Orleans Greek Festival Run & Walk! Start your Memorial Day weekend off right by joining us on Saturday morning, May 24th, 2025, at the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral for a fun and healthy way to celebrate the rich culture and heritage of Greece. You can choose from a 5K or a 1-mile course, both starting and finishing at the one and only NOLA Greek Fest. After the run/walk, your race bib gets you early access into the festival with two (2) free admissions ($20 value), free beer while supplies last, and delicious Greek food, music, and dancing. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the best of both worlds: fitness and festivity!

Late registration will be available on Race Day but will close 30 minutes prior to 5K start time. Get details on late registration HERE .

Race Day Schedule of Events:

7:00 am - Race Day Packet Pickup & Late Registration 8:00 am - Late Registration Ends 8:00 am - 1-Mile Kids Run/Walk 8:30 am - 5K Run/Walk 9:30 am - New Orleans Greek Festival Opens! 10:00 am - Award Ceremony (subject to change) The Greek Fest Run & Walk is open to all runners and walkers of all speeds, New Orleans Track Club members and nonmembers alike.

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