The Next Original Greek Festival is in:
HOURS / LOCATION
Thursday
October 5, 2023
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Friday
October 6, 2023
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday
October 7, 2023
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
TICKETS / ENTRANCE
Admission at Gate
$5.00 (adults)
Children 12 and under admitted free
Friday 11:00am – 3:00pm Free Admission
Pre-Sale Ticket ($30)
Includes 1 day admission, Classic Dinner Plate, and
your choice of Souvlaki or Pastry Box
Pre-Sale Tickets Available after August 31, 2023
Contact the Parish Office for more information:
713.526.5377
Win Tickets
Listen to your favorite radio stations in September to win free family passes to the
Original Greek Festival
(Sorry, no online tickets this year)
PARKING / NO PARKING
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Years of Food, Drink, & Dancing
About Us
Our History / Our Community
In 1917, a handful of Greek immigrants formed what is today one of the largest Greek Orthodox communities in the United States. The vision, foresight and dedication of those few faithful immigrants laid the groundwork for what exists today. From its original location in downtown Houston (what is now Tranquility Park) to the sprawling grounds that border Yoakum Boulevard, Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral has become a major force in the religious and social communities that comprise Houston today. Part of the proceeds from the Greek Festival have helped many people through donations to various charitable organizations, such as Children’s Assessment Center, S.E.A.R.C.H., Houston Area Women’s Center, Covenant House, Texas Emergency Aid Coalition (EAC), and the Star of Hope Mission.
Fr. Michael Lambakis
EATING AND DRINKING
Souvlaki
Sausage on a Stick
Pastitsio
Greek Salad
Spanakopita
Tiropita
Dolmades
Keftedes ($1 ea)
Classic Dinner Plate
Baklava
Kourambiedes
Koulourakia (6 for $5)
Finikia
Tsoureki
Thea Mary's Rizogalo
Loukoumades
Never-on-Sundae
Soft Drinks
Bottled Water
Texas Coffee
Greek Coffee
Iced Coffee Frappe
Beer
Craft Beer
Anemos Red - Glass/Bottle
Anemos White - Glass/Bottle
Plano White
Palivou LaVie En Rose’
Palivou Nemea
Nostros Assyrtiko
Makrovitis Xinomavro
Retsina - Glass/Bottle
Mavrodaphne - Glass/Bottle
Greek Cookbook
Wine Koozies
CATHEDRAL TOURS
Thursday
October 5
6:30, 7:30, and 8:30 PM
Friday
October 6
12:30, 1:30, 2:30, 6:30, 7:30, and 8:30 PM
Saturday
October 7
1:30, 2:30, 3:30, 4:30, and 5:30 PM
YOUTH DANCE PROGRAM
Saturday
October 7
11:30am, 12:30pm, 1:30pm, and 2:30pm
DANCE PROGRAM
Thursday
October 5
6:30, 7:30, 8:30, and 9:00 PM
Friday
October 6
6:30, 7:30, 8:30, and 9:00 PM
Saturday
October 7
5:00, 6:00, 7:00, 8:00, and 9:00 PM
The films “Never on Sunday” and “Zorba the Greek” introduced Greek dance to moviegoers around the world, but most visitors to the Original Greek Festival may not realize that modern Greek dancing retains much of its identity from ancient times, as has the Greek language. Dance is a living vital force in the Greek way of life, and its spirit brings people together with a true feeling of camaraderie. It’s a fundamental aspect of Greek religious festivities, national holidays, and family celebrations such as weddings and baptisms – events that center around the church life of Orthodox parishioners.
The dances are divided into three main groups, and each dance reflects the culture, customs and traditional costumes of its particular region. A dance is either from the islands (nessiotika); the mainland (demotika); or popular (laika), meaning it is danced throughout Greece.
We hope you enjoy these performances.
AGORA
CRAFTS, GIFTS, AGORA, ICONS, ETC.
LIVE GREEK MUSIC
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