NEW ORLEANS -- The Greek Festival will open a day early this weekend due to rain in the forecast.
The local favorite will open on Thursday, May 24, at 5 p.m. at the Hellenic Cultural Center with a $5 admission for adults.
"We are encouraging everyone to come out Thursday night and enjoy many of the Festival’s outstanding offerings including lamb, pastries, our dinner plate, Greek cheeses, salads, homemade bread, our new vegan and vegetarian plates, and lots of appetizers,” said Gail Psilos, Festival co-chair.
There will be no live music Thursday. All purchases will be cash. There will be an ATM on site.
The Festival will continue as planned Friday, Saturday and Sunday despite the forecasted rain.
Friday: 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Saturday: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
