Sports have no boundaries—the city belongs to everyone!

Athinas Street turns into an open, inclusive arena for athletic empowerment. The This is Athens City Festival welcomes Panathinaikos A.C., Panathinaikos ParaSport, and the "Sports Beyond Limits" initiative to prove how athletics break down barriers and stereotypes. Visitors of all ages are invited to discover Para-sports up close and try them out firsthand!

Guided by professional athletes and coaches, participants will experience diverse sports while discovering the real-world value of technique, focus, teamwork, and equal play.

SCHEDULE

09:00 – 13:00
Para Table Tennis: Hop into a sports wheelchair, grab a paddle, and dive into the fast-paced action, technical finesse, and intense focus required for every rally over the net.

Sitting Volleyball: Discover a dynamic team sport! Practice passes, sets, and serves while learning a completely new way to move and coordinate on the court.

13:00 – 17:00
Para Badminton: Grab your racket, aim for the shuttlecock, and experience a sport that blends lightning-fast reflexes with agility—adapted for all athletic abilities.

Wheelchair Fencing: Learn core attack and defense maneuvers in a high-speed sport driven by strategy and precision, mentored by experienced fencers.

Boccia: Try your hand at a Paralympic sport centered on precision and tactical thinking. Gauge your power, calculate your angle, and land your ball as close to the target jack as possible!