2026/03/28 - Greek Independence Gala

Save the date for the Greek Independence Day Gala! Join us for an elegant night honoring Emmanuel Koubarakis, Consul General of Greece in Chicago, and celebrating Hellenic heritage.

The Hellenic Associations and Greek Orthodox Churches of Metro-Detroit cordially invite you to an evening of community and tradition. Proceeds support the preservation of Hellenic heritage and vibrant community outreach for the diaspora.

Highlights: Elegant gala dinner, honoring the Consul General of Greece, and supporting Hellenic heritage initiatives.

Tickets & Admission:
Admission and Contribution: $100 per guest.

For more information, please contact your local Hellenic Association or Greek Orthodox Church of Metro-Detroit representative.

2026/03/29 - General Assembly Meeting

Stay informed and involved. Join all Detroit Cretan Chapters for our spring General Assembly meeting at the Cretan Club.

The Detroit Cretan Chapters "Pseloretes," "Kρητη," and "Levendoyenna" invite all members to attend our General Assembly Meeting. Your participation and input are vital to the continued success of our community.

Meeting Time: 3:30 PM | Dinner will be served immediately following the conclusion of the meeting.

Agenda:
I. Secretary's Report
II. Treasurer's Report
III. Old Business
IV. New Business

For questions regarding the meeting or specific agenda items, please contact the board at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

2026/04/12 - Pseloretes Easter Picnic

Save the date for our annual Pseloretes Easter Picnic! Join us for a beautiful day of tradition and community.

The Pseloretes Detroit Cretan Chapter invites you to join us for an Easter Celebration! We will enjoy traditional Cretan lamb and each other's company.

Highlights: Traditional Cretan Lamb. Family-friendly park atmosphere.

Tickets & Reservations:
Tickets must be reserved and paid for prior to the event. Tickets WILL NOT be sold at the door.
• Adults: $35 | Children (12 & under): $15

For info/reservations, please contact George Bariatakis at (312) 961-5451 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

2026/05/03 - Greek Independence Day Parade

Save the date for the annual Greek Independence Day Parade! Join the Pseloretes chapter as we represent Crete in the heart of Detroit.

The Detroit Cretans are consistently the most vibrant and colorful group at the parade! We invite all members and their families to march with us and continue this proud tradition. Let’s make 2026 another incredible year for the Cretan community!

Dress Code: To maintain a uniform appearance, please wear Blue or Black. We strictly request NO JEANS.
🇬🇷 Traditional Cretan costumes are highly encouraged for both adults and children!

Meeting Details: We will assemble at the Compuware Building at 2:00 PM before moving to the parade route.

For more information on the parade route and city-wide festivities, please visit greekparades.com.

2026/06/06 - District IV Picnic

Who doesn't love a picnic with Arni, Pilafi, Hand Tossed pasta salad, and kontosouvli... We got beer, wine, pop, water and enough food and drink to make you burst... but the really important thing is this only happens every other year. Plan on attending and staying the night for a great Glendi...

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2026/09/06 - General Assembly Meeting

Dance Registration: 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Parents and students are encouraged to attend and then join the General Assembly meeting and dinner.

General Assembly Meeting: 3:30 PM

Dinner will be served following the meeting.

We hope you can join and participate!

Agenda:

I. Secretary's Report
II. Treasurer's Report
III. Old Business
IV. New Business