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SUMMARY:Wellness Weekend with Niki Petroulaki
DESCRIPTION:“Breath of Life” with Niki Petroulaki\nIn your greenery\, I am renewed\n\nGREEN ATHENS | National Garden – Metropolitan Green\, in collaboration with established professionals in the fields of health and wellness\, invites you to a two-day free wellness programme designed to refresh body and mind\, within the rare and enchanting ecosystem of the National Garden of Athens.\n\n24 & 25 May: Experience a unique journey of wellbeing and inner connection\, in the heart of the city\, beneath the trees.\n\nWhy take part?\n\n 	Because you’ll have the chance to join a rich\, holistic two-day programme completely free of charge\n 	Because you’ll be guided by leading professionals in yoga\, pilates\, meditation and personal development\n 	Because it’s a rare opportunity to reconnect with nature in one of Athens’ most beautiful spots\n 	Because you’ll feel the joy of community\, movement\, breath and genuine self-connection\n 	Because your body and mind need it\n\nWhat to expect:\n\n 	Yoga\, Pilates\, Fitness and Meditation sessions\n 	Music experiences that touch the soul\n 	Talks and mini-seminars on self-awareness\, self-improvement and wellbeing\n 	A full programme\, open to all – no restrictions\, no cost\n\nSign up for the “In your greenery\, I am renewed” wellness programme and make space within yourself for greater calm\, care and vitality.\n\nProgramme\n\n10:00 | Yoga for Menopause\, Maria Chrysocheraki – Iyengar Yoga Teacher\nA supportive yoga practice informed by Ayurvedic wisdom\, ideal for all stages of menopause.\n\n11:00 | Partner Workout\, Andrianni Strigkou & Dimitris Gourgos – PE Trainers\nA fun and effective strength workout for pairs\, focusing on fitness and collaboration.\n\n12:00 | Flow & Breathe: A Slow Yoga Journey\, Anna Zorzou – Senior Teacher Trainer\nA gentle outdoor yoga session to relax body and mind\, suitable for all levels.\n\n13:00 | Theta Healing – Systemic Constellation\, Sofi Paschali – Mental Health Counsellor\nAn energy-based session focused on emotional awareness and heart–mind alignment.\n\n14:00-16:00 Pranic Healing\n\nThe Pranic Healing Greece team will be with us on May 24th & 25th\n\nOffering free healing sessions for everyone\n\nUp to 30 people per hour\n\nExperience the effectiveness of this energy method that does not involve physical contact but transforms energy balances\, bringing health and an improved quality of life.\n\nThese techniques can help with physical and psychological conditions\, such as: panic attacks\, depression\, addictions\, anxiety\, migraines\, muscle pain\, allergies… and many more.\nPranic Healing brings balance to the energy field by cleansing and energizing the affected area. There is no physical contact with the patient\, and the results are immediate — even from the first session! There are no side effects\, and specific protocols are applied for each case.\n\n \n\n16:00 | Quantum Leap: Activate Wealth\, Wellness & Limitless Success Now\, Loukia Papa – Quantum Wealth Strategist\nA powerful talk on quantum activation and aligning with abundance in the here and now.\n\n17:00 | Full-Body Circuit (Bodyweight Training)\, Stavros Bamakos – PE Instructor\nA high-intensity bodyweight circuit to enhance strength\, stamina and overall fitness.\n\n18:00 | The Power of Presence: Living in the Now\, Maria Anastasiadou – Spiritual Life Coach\nA talk on mindful living and the art of staying grounded in the present moment.\n\n19:00 | Yoga & Live Music\, Niki Petroulaki – Senior Yoga Instructor\, Aspasia Stavrou – Musician\nA yoga session accompanied by live music\, designed to foster deep presence and connection.\n\nBring your own mat!
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/wellness-weekend-with-niki-petroulaki-2/
LOCATION:National Garden\, Vas. Amalias 1\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 57\, Greece
CATEGORIES:FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250525T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250525T113000
DTSTAMP:20260420T065421
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SUMMARY:From the Great to Modern Greece - Part B: The Refugees
DESCRIPTION:This activity is only available in Greek. \n\nA guided tour of the second part of the exhibition “From Great Greece to Modern Greece”\, which traces the completion of the country’s formation in terms of borders and population. The first part\, presented in 2022\, describes the events that led to the stabilization of borders after the end of World War I\, focusing on the Asia Minor Campaign and the collective trauma of the destruction of Smyrna. The second part\, subtitled “The Refugees”\, focuses on the demographic shaping of Greece through population movements over the course of a century. The exhibition is made possible by the exclusive sponsorship of Piraeus Bank. \n\nThis event is aimed at adults.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/from-the-great-to-modern-greece-part-b-the-refugees-2/
LOCATION:National Historical Museum\, Stadiou 13\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 61\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,MUSEUM,TOUR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250525T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250525T120000
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SUMMARY:Propaganda in Art and Daily Life
DESCRIPTION:This activity is only available in Greek. \n\nThis walk sets off from the Acropolis Museum and heads towards the hills west of the Sacred Rock\, tracing how art—and the daily practices of prominent figures in classical Athens—may have served as instruments of state ideology or propaganda. Together\, we’ll explore where and how public life\, politics and cultural expression were intertwined in the city that shaped democratic ideals.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/propaganda-in-art-and-daily-life/
LOCATION:Acropolis Museum\, Dionysiou Areopagitou 15\, Athens\, Athens\, 117 42\, Greece
CATEGORIES:FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,TOUR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250525T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250525T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T065421
CREATED:20250514T143248Z
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SUMMARY:In the Footsteps of the Philhellenes
DESCRIPTION:A Walk Through Philhellenism: Plaka\, Parliament & Hidden Histories A guided walking tour through Plaka and central Athens\, tracing cultural and historical landmarks tied to the birth of modern Greece and the international Philhellenic movement. Key stops include the Anglican Church on Philhellinon Street\, where the remains of naval officer and Philhellene Frank Abney Hastings are interred; the former home of Lord Church; the original University of Otto; the residence of historian George Finlay; the Hill School; the Monument of Lysicrates; and the busts of Jean-Gabriel Eynard and Ioannis Kapodistrias inside the National Garden. The tour also includes a visit and private guided tour of the Hellenic Parliament\, with special access to the Philhellenism exhibitions\, led by Dr Theodoros Koutsogiannis\, curator of the Parliament’s Art Collection.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/in-the-footsteps-of-the-philhellenes/
LOCATION:Russian Church\, Philellinon\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 57\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,TOUR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250525T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250525T130000
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SUMMARY:Educational Program: The Power of the Poster
DESCRIPTION:This activity is only available in Greek.\n\nThe educational program includes a brief tour of the exhibition “Cyprus ’74 – Never Forget”. It focuses on the sources of inspiration for the posters displayed in the exhibition and the process of creating them. As part of the program\, children will have the opportunity to create their own poster using the collage technique.\n\nThis activity is aimed at children aged 6-12.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/educational-program-the-power-of-the-poster/
LOCATION:National Historical Museum\, Stadiou 13\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 61\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FOR KIDS,FREE,MUSEUM
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250525T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250525T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T065421
CREATED:20250404T110742Z
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SUMMARY:Theatres of Memory - Theatres of PowerQ: A Different Walk in the Centre of Athens
DESCRIPTION:This activity is only available in Greek.\n\nLike any capital city\, Athens\, especially its centre\, is home to numerous monuments\, constructed over time under various regimes such as monarchy and democracy\, revolutionary movements\, and institutions like the church. This walk aims to familiarize us with the different monuments and forms of power that shaped Greece\, from the 19th to the 20th century.\n\nThe walk will be led by Eleni Kouki\, historian at Hellenic Open University and Jewish Museum.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/theatres-of-memory-theatres-of-power-a-different-walk-centre-of-athens/
LOCATION:Syntagma Square\, Syntagma Square\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 63\, Greece
CATEGORIES:FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,TOUR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250525T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250525T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T065421
CREATED:20250423T115055Z
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SUMMARY:Guided Tour of the War Museum for Kids
DESCRIPTION:This activity is only available in Greek. \n\nA tour through Greece’s military history and cultural heritage\, guided by the permanent exhibitions of the War Museum. Young visitors aged 12\, accompanied by an adult\, will have the chance to discover rare artefacts\, historical records and stories from the past that bring history to life.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/guided-tour-of-the-war-museum-for-kids-2/
LOCATION:War Museum\, Rizari 2-4\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 75\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FOR KIDS,FREE,MUSEUM
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250525T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250525T133000
DTSTAMP:20260420T065421
CREATED:20250327T152331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T095903Z
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SUMMARY:The City of the Future: From the Acropolis to Dubai and Back Again
DESCRIPTION:This activity is only available in Greek.\nWhat did ancient Greek cities look like? And could they have had technologies that echo what we use today? \nThis interactive journey retraces the steps of Heron and Archimedes\, uncovering how ancient Greeks pioneered “green” technologies that served their society and improved urban life. From clever mechanics to sustainable systems\, it’s a story of timeless innovation. \nStarting at the Acropolis and passing through Alexandria\, London\, Singapore and Dubai\, we’ll explore how today’s “city of the future” may have roots in ancient inventions.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/city-of-the-future-acropolis-to-dubai-back-again/
LOCATION:Museum of the Ancient Greek Technology “Kostas Kotsanas”\, Pindarou 6\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 71\, Greece
CATEGORIES:FOR KIDS,FREE,MUSEUM
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250525T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250525T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T065421
CREATED:20250418T152717Z
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SUMMARY:Guided Tour of the Maria Callas Museum
DESCRIPTION:This activity is only available in Greek. \n\nThe Maria Callas Museum\, as part of the 2025 This is Athens City Festival\, invites you on an exciting journey through the life and art of the opera’s greatest diva! Visitors will have the opportunity to discover the most iconic moments of Maria Callas\, explore unknown aspects of her journey\, and delve into her personality and artistic legacy. With a narrative that brings her story to life\, each guided tour highlights details beyond the exhibition texts\, creating a unique experience tailored to the audience.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/guided-tour-of-the-maria-callas-museum-2/
LOCATION:Maria Callas Museum\, Mitropoleos 44\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 63\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,MUSEUM
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250525T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250525T150000
DTSTAMP:20260420T065421
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SUMMARY:Guided Tour of the War Museum for Adults
DESCRIPTION:This activity is only available in Greek. \n\nExplore Greece’s military history and cultural heritage through a guided tour of the War Museum’s permanent exhibitions. Visitors will encounter rare artefacts\, historical documents and personal stories that shed light on key moments from the country’s past. \n\nThis activity is designed for adults.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/guided-tour-of-the-war-museum-for-adults-2/
LOCATION:War Museum\, Rizari 2-4\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 75\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,MUSEUM,TOUR
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