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Listen up, my fun-loving, food-devouring, music-adoring people—New Orleans is about to transport you straight to Greece, no passport required! That’s right, the New Orleans Greek Festival is celebrating its 50th golden anniversary this Memorial Day Weekend, May 23-25, 2025, and let me tell you—it’s about to be a full-blown Mediterranean explosion of flavor, sound, and celebration!
Now, I know you’re thinking, “Karen, how much baklava and ouzo can I really consume in three days?” And my response? That sounds like a challenge, and I fully expect you to rise to it.
The Food: Prepare to Feast Like a Greek God
If you’ve never been to Greek Fest before, let me set the scene: imagine rows upon rows of sizzling souvlaki, fluffy pita bread begging to be stuffed with juicy gyro meat, and flaky, honey-drenched baklava that will have you questioning why you ever wasted time on any other dessert.
And let’s talk about the loukoumades—aka Greek doughnuts sent from heaven. These little golden puffs of fried perfection are drenched in honey and sprinkled with cinnamon and walnuts. You will eat a dozen, and you will love yourself for it.
Oh, and if you don’t leave with a box (or three) of spanakopita to “take home,” are you even doing it right?
The Music: Bouzouki Beats and Dance Moves You Didn’t Know You Had
There’s something about traditional Greek music that just compels your feet to start moving—whether you want them to or not. The sounds of the bouzouki (a mandolin-like Greek instrument) and rhythmic hand claps will have you linking arms with strangers and shouting “OPA!” before you even realize what’s happening.
Live performances from The Hellenic Dancers will inspire you to at least attempt a few Greek steps (after two glasses of ouzo, you’ll feel like a pro—trust me). And authentic Greek bands will be playing all weekend, creating an electrifying atmosphere that will have you dancing, drinking, and devouring your way through the festival.
The Location: The Perfect Blend of Greece & New Orleans
The festival is beautifully set on the banks of Bayou St. John, right at the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral (1200 Robert E. Lee Blvd). You’ll be feasting on fresh lamb, sipping wine, and pretending you’re on a Santorini vacation—all while soaking up that perfect New Orleans charm.
Need to get there? No worries! The streetcar is just outside our front door at New Orleans Guest House, ready to whisk you away to all the best spots in town—including this incredible festival.
And let’s be honest, after a full day of Greek indulgence, are you really ready to call it a night? NO, YOU ARE NOT! That’s why our charming inn is the absolute perfect place to stay—just one block outside of the fabulous French Quarter and within easy stumbling distance to all the adult, wild, and seriously wicked fun you crave in New Orleans. Because let’s face it, if you’re in this city, you’re not here to call it an early night!
Book the Long Weekend—You Deserve It!
Here’s your game plan:
- Book your stay for Memorial Day Weekend at New Orleans Guest House—because this festival is worth more than just one day.
- Devour Greek food until you physically cannot move—only to get up and dance it off to live music.
- Hop on the streetcar and head back to the Quarter—where the real party never stops.
- Repeat until you have absolutely no regrets.
So, what are you waiting for? Book your stay now, grab your appetite, and get ready to live your best Greek-New Orleanian life this Memorial Day Weekend! OPA!
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