INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Greek food, music and traditions will fill the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral during the Indianapolis Greek Festival Aug. 21-22.
The two-day event brings Central Indiana together through food, faith, culture and community.
This year’s theme is “Where Hellenic and Hoosier hospitality meet.”
Festival organizers say the event offers guests a chance to experience Greek-American culture while enjoying traditional food and entertainment.
Lenie Tsakonas, the cathedral’s director of marketing and cultural initiatives, said sharing Greek-American culture and traditions with the community remains meaningful to organizers.
Mike Hendricks, the 2026 festival chair, said the festival brings people together through food, faith, culture and community.
The festival will feature Greek favorites, including gyros, souvlaki, spanakopita, loukoumades and baklava. Guests also can watch traditional Greek dancing and live music throughout the event.
Visitors can tour the cathedral, explore cultural exhibits and watch cooking demonstrations. Kids’ activities also will be available.
The Agora, or Greek marketplace, will offer another way for guests to explore Greek culture and products.
Event details
- What: Indianapolis Greek Festival 2026
- When: Friday, Aug. 21, from 4 to 10 p.m.; Saturday, Aug. 22, from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Where: Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 3500 W. 106th St., Carmel, Indiana 46032
- Admission: Free
- Parking: Premium parking is $5, weather permitting
- Food: Gyros, souvlaki, spanakopita, loukoumades and baklava
- Activities: Live music, Greek dancing, cathedral tours, cultural exhibits, cooking demonstrations and kids’ activities
- Marketplace: The Agora, a Greek marketplace
- Community drive: Bring three or more items for the flood relief drive to receive a free loukoumades coupon
The festival continues a tradition that has connected Greek culture with Central Indiana for more than 50 years.
Organizers invite guests to attend with family and friends and follow festival updates through the event’s website and social media accounts.
For more information, visit indygreekfest.org or follow @indygreekfest on social media.
