We're back on the bayou for the 36th annual New Orleans Greek Festival Run & Walk! Start your Memorial Day weekend off right by joining us on Saturday morning, May 23th, 2026, 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.
The races will be electronically timed and scored. You must wear your race bib and B-tag properly to be scored. Your race bib must be worn on the front of your torso and be visible at all times. 5K Awards 1st, 2nd, 3rd Overall Male and Female 1st Youth Male and Female (15 and under) 1st Master Male and Female (40 and over) 1st Grandmaster Male and Female (50 and over) 1st Senior Male and Female (60 and over) 1st Racewalker Male and Female 1st and 2nd Male and Female in age groups: 15-under, 16-1
5K: Race Shirt
1 Miles: Race Shirt
| Distance | Price | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5K | $35.00 | Feb 11 | Feb 21 |
| $40.00 | Feb 21 | Mar 19 | |
| $45.00 | Mar 19 | Apr 24 | |
| $50.00 | Apr 24 | May 19 | |
| $60.00 | May 19 | May 23 | |
| 1 Miles | $20.00 | Feb 11 | Feb 21 |
| $25.00 | Feb 21 |
| Year | Finishers | Median Time | Fastest Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1,248 | 38:10 | 16:47 |
| 2024 | 1,021 | 37:00 | 16:46 |
| 2023 | 753 | 34:28 | 16:20 |
| 2022 | 350 | 37:11 | 16:54 |
Interested in this race?
| May 19 |
| $30.00 | May 19 | May 23 |
Greek Fest Early Packet Pickup will be held on Thursday, May 22, 2025 from 1:00 - 6:00pm at Louisiana Running & Walking Company, 4153 Canal St.,New Orleans, LA 70119. Race Day Packet Pickup & Registration will begin at 7:00am and end at 8:35am.
Complimentary parking will be provided at the former JFK school site, located at 5700 Wisner Boulevard along Bayou St. John. Street parking around race venue will available. Make sure to arrive early. Once the New Orleans Greek Festival opens, you may utilize their parking shuttles. See NOLA Greek Fest parking link below. NOLA Greek Festival Parking