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Apokriatiko Glendi Set for February 7 at St. George Greek Orthodox Church in Hamilton
An Apokriatiko Glendi will be held on February 7 at St. George Greek Orthodox Church in Hamilton, bringing families together for an evening of music, food, and community celebration.
Evangelismos Church to Host Apokriatiko Glenti in Philadelphia on February 21
Evangelismos of the Theotokos Church hosts its annual Apokriatiko Glenti in Philadelphia on February 21, 2026, featuring dinner, live music by Kefi Band, and a festive carnival atmosphere.
Philadelphia Chios Society’s Apokriatiko Fundraiser Dance Reignites Community Spirit
After a five-year hiatus, the Philadelphia Chios Society rekindled the flames of Greek heritage and camaraderie with its lively Apokriatiko Fundraiser Dance. On March 2nd, The Merion venue was filled with the vibrant sounds of…
Celebrating Tradition: United Chios Society of Philadelphia Hosts Chiotiko Apokriatiko Dance
The United Chios Society of Philadelphia’s Chapter 16 Koraes is excited to announce the Chiotiko Apokriatiko Dance on March 2, 2024, at The Merion from 8:30 pm to 1:30 am. This event is a lively…
Upper Darby, PA, USA, 2014
Paul Konstantinidis and Athina Putros reenact a scene from Apokries – Greek Carnival season during the Upper Darby Greek Festival. It is a period which traditionally begins ten weeks before Greek Orthodox Easter.
Chiotes Apokriatikos Dance Fundraiser
Cinnaminson, NJ – On Saturday evening, the United Chios Society of Philadelphia Koraes Chapter 16, hosted its annual dance, that filled the dance floor with Chiotes from across the Delaware Valley. Proceeds from the event…
Announcing the 2016 Chiotikos Apokriatikos Dance
On February 20, 2016, the United Chios Society of Philadelphia Koraes Chapter 16 will host its major event, “The Chiotiko Apokriatikos Dance 2016” at the Merion in Cinnaminson, NJ. Lakis Zervas and Apollonia will be…
Pontian Akritai Host Apokries Party And Perform Momogeri Dance
Upper Darby, PA – The Apokries party was celebrated at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox church by The Pontian Akritai this past Sunday evening. Decorated tables tables of glitter and masques were filled with Pontian music…
Pontians Host 2nd Annual Apokries – Photo Gallery
Upper Darby, PA – The Akritai of Upper Darby hosted their second annual Apokries Dance at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox church. Snowy and icy conditions had forced the event to rescheduled from Saturday to Sunday…
Bigger And Better: The Pontian Akritai Will Host The 2nd Annual Apokriatiko Dance
Upper Darby, PA – How bout a mid-winter masquerade party? It’s a perfect affair like you’ve never seen before. Come out and celebrate the tradition that’s been around for thousands of years. Join the Pontian…
Pontians host 1st ever Apokriatiko Glendi
The Pontian Society “Akritai” of Philadelphia hosted their first ever Apokriatiko glendi on Saturday evening. Apokriatiko Glendi means farewell to meat… it’s one of the last days for Greek Orthodox Christians to indulge in eating…
Pontian Apokriatiko Glenti – Video Highlights
Upper Darby, PA – The Pontian “Akritai” club house brought in Lent this week with a dance not seen in the Greek-American community of Philadelphia in years. The Glendi, “Apokriatiko” is one of the last…
