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SUMMARY:Hispanic Film Festival at Aello
DESCRIPTION:The best of Spanish-language cinema takes over Athens for an entire week in May. Visionary directors\, acclaimed actors and celebrated screenwriters bring a breath of Spain\, Chile\, Argentina\, Cuba and other beloved Spanish-speaking countries to the big screen.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/hispanic-film-festival-at-aello-3/
LOCATION:Open Air Cinema “Aello”\, Patission 140\, Athens\, Athens\, 112 57\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CINEMA,ENTERTAINMENT
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SUMMARY:Hispanic Film Festival at Ellinis
DESCRIPTION:A full week in May is dedicated to the highlights of Spanish-language cinema. Groundbreaking directors\, renowned actors and celebrated screenwriters bring to Athens the spirit of Spain\, Chile\, Argentina\, Cuba and other beloved Spanish-speaking countries—through stories that captivate\, move and inspire.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/hispanic-film-festival-at-ellinis-3/
LOCATION:Open Air Cinema “Ellinis”\, Leof. Kifissias 29\, Athens\, Athens\, 115 23\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CINEMA,ENTERTAINMENT
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SUMMARY:Hispanic Film Festival at Aello
DESCRIPTION:The best of Spanish-language cinema takes over Athens for an entire week in May. Visionary directors\, acclaimed actors and celebrated screenwriters bring a breath of Spain\, Chile\, Argentina\, Cuba and other beloved Spanish-speaking countries to the big screen.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/hispanic-film-festival-at-aello-4/
LOCATION:Open Air Cinema “Aello”\, Patission 140\, Athens\, Athens\, 112 57\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CINEMA,ENTERTAINMENT
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250529T233000
DTSTAMP:20260610T145223
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T144957Z
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SUMMARY:Hispanic Film Festival at Ellinis
DESCRIPTION:A full week in May is dedicated to the highlights of Spanish-language cinema. Groundbreaking directors\, renowned actors and celebrated screenwriters bring to Athens the spirit of Spain\, Chile\, Argentina\, Cuba and other beloved Spanish-speaking countries—through stories that captivate\, move and inspire.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/hispanic-film-festival-at-ellinis-4/
LOCATION:Open Air Cinema “Ellinis”\, Leof. Kifissias 29\, Athens\, Athens\, 115 23\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CINEMA,ENTERTAINMENT
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250530T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250530T233000
DTSTAMP:20260610T145223
CREATED:20250422T100808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T145429Z
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SUMMARY:Hispanic Film Festival at Aello
DESCRIPTION:The best of Spanish-language cinema takes over Athens for an entire week in May. Visionary directors\, acclaimed actors and celebrated screenwriters bring a breath of Spain\, Chile\, Argentina\, Cuba and other beloved Spanish-speaking countries to the big screen.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/hispanic-film-festival-at-aello-5/
LOCATION:Open Air Cinema “Aello”\, Patission 140\, Athens\, Athens\, 112 57\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CINEMA,ENTERTAINMENT
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250530T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250530T233000
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SUMMARY:Hispanic Film Festival at Ellinis
DESCRIPTION:A full week in May is dedicated to the highlights of Spanish-language cinema. Groundbreaking directors\, renowned actors and celebrated screenwriters bring to Athens the spirit of Spain\, Chile\, Argentina\, Cuba and other beloved Spanish-speaking countries—through stories that captivate\, move and inspire.\n\n 
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/hispanic-film-festival-at-ellinis-5/
LOCATION:Open Air Cinema “Ellinis”\, Leof. Kifissias 29\, Athens\, Athens\, 115 23\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CINEMA,ENTERTAINMENT
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250531T233000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T145422Z
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SUMMARY:Hispanic Film Festival at Aello
DESCRIPTION:The best of Spanish-language cinema takes over Athens for an entire week in May. Visionary directors\, acclaimed actors and celebrated screenwriters bring a breath of Spain\, Chile\, Argentina\, Cuba and other beloved Spanish-speaking countries to the big screen.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/hispanic-film-festival-at-aello-6/
LOCATION:Open Air Cinema “Aello”\, Patission 140\, Athens\, Athens\, 112 57\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CINEMA,ENTERTAINMENT
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SUMMARY:Hispanic Film Festival at Ellinis
DESCRIPTION:A full week in May is dedicated to the highlights of Spanish-language cinema. Groundbreaking directors\, renowned actors and celebrated screenwriters bring to Athens the spirit of Spain\, Chile\, Argentina\, Cuba and other beloved Spanish-speaking countries—through stories that captivate\, move and inspire.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/hispanic-film-festival-at-ellinis-6/
LOCATION:Open Air Cinema “Ellinis”\, Leof. Kifissias 29\, Athens\, Athens\, 115 23\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CINEMA,ENTERTAINMENT
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250601T220000
DTSTAMP:20260610T145223
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T153555Z
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SUMMARY:Greek Cinema Nights - Stella
DESCRIPTION:The city’s summer cinema pops up at Eleftherias Park. Under the stars\, on the grass\, a colourful crowd gathers for four nights of open-air screenings—ready to be transported by the magic of the big screen and the very best of contemporary Greek cinema.\n\nMay 26: Buzzheart\nMay 27: The Summer with Carmen\nJune 1: Stella\nJune 1: Mythopathy
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/greek-cinema-nights-3/
LOCATION:Eleftherias Park\, Eleftherias Park\, Athens\, Athens\, 115 21\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CINEMA,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250601T223000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250601T233000
DTSTAMP:20260610T145223
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SUMMARY:Greek Cinema Nights - Mythopathy
DESCRIPTION:The city’s summer cinema pops up at Eleftherias Park. Under the stars\, on the grass\, a colourful crowd gathers for four nights of open-air screenings—ready to be transported by the magic of the big screen and the very best of contemporary Greek cinema.\n\nMay 26: Buzzheart\nMay 27: The Summer with Carmen\nJune 1: Stella\nJune 1: Mythopathy
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/greek-cinema-nights-4/
LOCATION:Eleftherias Park\, Eleftherias Park\, Athens\, Athens\, 115 21\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CINEMA,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250921T053000
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SUMMARY:Midnight Screenings with Midnight Express
DESCRIPTION:Back with another installment of midnight screenings\, the concept of film aficionado Akis Kapranos returns\, featuring three films\, three unique worlds\, and an unforgettable cinematic experience beneath the city stars.\n\n 	The Love Bug\, Robert Stevenson\, 1968 (108′)\n\nThe lovable Herbie\, the “Beetle with a soul\,” brings laughter and action in this classic Disney comedy. A race car driver in a career crisis and a car with personality prove that friendship and dedication win every race. A light-hearted\, feel-good film that continues to captivate both young and old.\n\n 	Christine\, John Carpent\, 1983 (110′)\n\nFrom Stephen King’s imagination and directed by John Carpenter comes one of the most iconic thrillers of the ’80s. A seemingly innocent red Plymouth Fury develops a life of its own\, dragging its young owner into a dark obsession. A cult classic that explores the darker side of passion\, uniquely capturing the atmosphere of the ’80s and still beloved by horror movie fans today.\n\n 	Blade Runner\, Ridley Scott\, 1982 (117′)\n\nMore than just a science fiction film\, Ridley Scott’s iconic futuristic noir transports us to the dark\, rainy Los Angeles of 2019. “Blade runners” hunt down replicants\, genetically engineered humans\, in a story that goes beyond police procedural to explore deep existential questions about identity and humanity. A masterpiece that defined the genre.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/midnight-screenings-with-midnight-express/
LOCATION:Athinas Str.\, Athinas Street\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 52\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CINEMA,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260503T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260503T230000
DTSTAMP:20260610T145223
CREATED:20260420T094333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260425T114605Z
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SUMMARY:Fantastic Party @ Varvakios
DESCRIPTION:The grand comeback of Varvakios Market arrives with a disruptive transformation. The This is Athens City Festival 2026 invites us into a setting reminiscent of Blade Runner.\n\nStarting at 18:00\, Stefanos Konstantinidis’ FONOPTIKON project lands in Athens’ central market\, presenting a live audiovisual experience where beats and visuals electrify the venue’s traditional aura.\n\nIn a thrilling artistic encounter\, the iconic voice of Best 92.6\, Maria Papidaki\, comes “face to face” with FONOPTIKON\, composing a soundscape that blurs the lines between reality and science fiction. Varvakios is reimagined as a hybrid of an underground club and sci-fi cinema\, featuring free entry and a futuristic vibe.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/fantastic-party-varvakios/
LOCATION:Central Municipal Market – Varvakios\, 42 Athinas\, Athens\, 105 51\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CINEMA,DJ SET,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,PARTY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260506T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260506T233000
DTSTAMP:20260610T145223
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T095605Z
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SUMMARY:Queer Movie Nights 2026
DESCRIPTION:Queer Movie Nights are bringing an open\, vibrant\, and inclusive celebration of LGBTQI+ cinema right to the heart of Athens. Through a curated selection of queer feature films\, shorts\, documentaries\, and homegrown Greek productions\, this event creates a vital meeting point where queer stories find visibility\, a voice\, and an audience. This initiative has already carved out a permanent spot on the city’s cultural map as a platform for expression\, coexistence\, and acceptance.\n\nBeyond the silver screen\, Queer Movie Nights act as a safe space for dialogue and connection where every viewer can truly be themselves\, share experiences\, and see the world through diverse\, colourful perspectives. It’s a celebration of diversity\, cinematic creativity\, and the unique power of the big screen to bring people closer together.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/queer-movie-nights-2026/2026-05-06/
LOCATION:Trianon Cinema\, Kodrigktonos 21\, Athens\, Athens\, 104 34\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CINEMA,ENTERTAINMENT
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260507T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260507T233000
DTSTAMP:20260610T145223
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SUMMARY:Queer Movie Nights 2026
DESCRIPTION:Queer Movie Nights are bringing an open\, vibrant\, and inclusive celebration of LGBTQI+ cinema right to the heart of Athens. Through a curated selection of queer feature films\, shorts\, documentaries\, and homegrown Greek productions\, this event creates a vital meeting point where queer stories find visibility\, a voice\, and an audience. This initiative has already carved out a permanent spot on the city’s cultural map as a platform for expression\, coexistence\, and acceptance.\n\nBeyond the silver screen\, Queer Movie Nights act as a safe space for dialogue and connection where every viewer can truly be themselves\, share experiences\, and see the world through diverse\, colourful perspectives. It’s a celebration of diversity\, cinematic creativity\, and the unique power of the big screen to bring people closer together.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/queer-movie-nights-2026/2026-05-07/
LOCATION:Trianon Cinema\, Kodrigktonos 21\, Athens\, Athens\, 104 34\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CINEMA,ENTERTAINMENT
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260508T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260508T233000
DTSTAMP:20260610T145223
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SUMMARY:Queer Movie Nights 2026
DESCRIPTION:Queer Movie Nights are bringing an open\, vibrant\, and inclusive celebration of LGBTQI+ cinema right to the heart of Athens. Through a curated selection of queer feature films\, shorts\, documentaries\, and homegrown Greek productions\, this event creates a vital meeting point where queer stories find visibility\, a voice\, and an audience. This initiative has already carved out a permanent spot on the city’s cultural map as a platform for expression\, coexistence\, and acceptance.\n\nBeyond the silver screen\, Queer Movie Nights act as a safe space for dialogue and connection where every viewer can truly be themselves\, share experiences\, and see the world through diverse\, colourful perspectives. It’s a celebration of diversity\, cinematic creativity\, and the unique power of the big screen to bring people closer together.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/queer-movie-nights-2026/2026-05-08/
LOCATION:Trianon Cinema\, Kodrigktonos 21\, Athens\, Athens\, 104 34\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CINEMA,ENTERTAINMENT
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260508T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260508T220000
DTSTAMP:20260610T145223
CREATED:20260505T123236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T123507Z
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SUMMARY:SMCK ON REEL. Three Myths for Athens
DESCRIPTION:The Goethe-Institut Athen hosts an innovative encounter between contemporary jewellery and the moving image. The project SMCK ON REEL\, curated by Loukia Richards and Christoph Ziegler\, presents short films\, documentaries and a video installation\, in which international creators from Europe\, Asia and the United States\, as well as from conflict zones\, use jewellery as a medium of activism and expression. Drawing on the foundational concepts of the ancient Greek city—struggle\, justice and harmony—the videos freely reinterpret the myths of Orestes\, Theseus and Oedipus\, linking them to pressing contemporary issues such as climate change\, gender identity and memory. \n\nOn Friday 8 May\, design experts will introduce the screenings\, while the video installation will remain open to the public until 30 May\, offering a thought-provoking insight into the evolving values of a rapidly changing world.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/smck-on-reel-three-myths-for-athens/
LOCATION:Goethe-Institut Athen\, 14-16 Omirou\, Athens\, 106 72\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CINEMA,EXHIBITION,FREE
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260509T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260509T233000
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SUMMARY:Queer Movie Nights 2026
DESCRIPTION:Queer Movie Nights are bringing an open\, vibrant\, and inclusive celebration of LGBTQI+ cinema right to the heart of Athens. Through a curated selection of queer feature films\, shorts\, documentaries\, and homegrown Greek productions\, this event creates a vital meeting point where queer stories find visibility\, a voice\, and an audience. This initiative has already carved out a permanent spot on the city’s cultural map as a platform for expression\, coexistence\, and acceptance.\n\nBeyond the silver screen\, Queer Movie Nights act as a safe space for dialogue and connection where every viewer can truly be themselves\, share experiences\, and see the world through diverse\, colourful perspectives. It’s a celebration of diversity\, cinematic creativity\, and the unique power of the big screen to bring people closer together.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/queer-movie-nights-2026/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:Trianon Cinema\, Kodrigktonos 21\, Athens\, Athens\, 104 34\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CINEMA,ENTERTAINMENT
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260510T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260510T233000
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SUMMARY:Queer Movie Nights 2026
DESCRIPTION:Queer Movie Nights are bringing an open\, vibrant\, and inclusive celebration of LGBTQI+ cinema right to the heart of Athens. Through a curated selection of queer feature films\, shorts\, documentaries\, and homegrown Greek productions\, this event creates a vital meeting point where queer stories find visibility\, a voice\, and an audience. This initiative has already carved out a permanent spot on the city’s cultural map as a platform for expression\, coexistence\, and acceptance.\n\nBeyond the silver screen\, Queer Movie Nights act as a safe space for dialogue and connection where every viewer can truly be themselves\, share experiences\, and see the world through diverse\, colourful perspectives. It’s a celebration of diversity\, cinematic creativity\, and the unique power of the big screen to bring people closer together.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/queer-movie-nights-2026/2026-05-10/
LOCATION:Trianon Cinema\, Kodrigktonos 21\, Athens\, Athens\, 104 34\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CINEMA,ENTERTAINMENT
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260511T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260511T230000
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SUMMARY:Queer Movie Nights 2026
DESCRIPTION:Queer Movie Nights are bringing an open\, vibrant\, and inclusive celebration of LGBTQI+ cinema right to the heart of Athens. Through a curated selection of queer feature films\, shorts\, documentaries\, and homegrown Greek productions\, this event creates a vital meeting point where queer stories find visibility\, a voice\, and an audience. This initiative has already carved out a permanent spot on the city’s cultural map as a platform for expression\, coexistence\, and acceptance.\n\nBeyond the silver screen\, Queer Movie Nights act as a safe space for dialogue and connection where every viewer can truly be themselves\, share experiences\, and see the world through diverse\, colourful perspectives. It’s a celebration of diversity\, cinematic creativity\, and the unique power of the big screen to bring people closer together.\n\nThe screening is in German with Greek subtitles.\n\nBookings open one week before the event\, at 12:00 noon.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/queer-movie-nights-2026-2/
LOCATION:Goethe-Institut Athen\, 14-16 Omirou\, Athens\, 106 72\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CINEMA,FREE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260511T210000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260511T230000
DTSTAMP:20260610T145223
CREATED:20260503T112300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260503T112300Z
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SUMMARY:Midnight Express: '80s Night Out
DESCRIPTION:Midnight Express is the brainchild of film critic Akis Kapranos who\, inspired by nostalgia for the magical midnight screenings at Alphaville and Cine Dexamenis\, set out to revive them. It is a cinematic journey for older audiences to reminisce\, for younger ones to share the experience\, and for everyone to celebrate a common passion: the pure pleasure of the big screen. \nFor this edition\, Midnight Express steps out of dark theatres and into the open\, bringing the magic of cinema to the This is Athens City Festival. \nProgramme: \n11/05: Out of Africa\, Sydney Pollack\, 198518/05: Labyrinth\, Jim Henson\, 198625/05: Big Trouble in Little China\, John Carpenter\, 1986
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/midnight-express-80s-night-out/2026-05-11/
LOCATION:Plato’s Academy Park\, Monastiriou 138\, Athens\, Athens\, 104 42\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CINEMA,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260514T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260514T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T145223
CREATED:20260406T103828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T171135Z
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SUMMARY:Music & Film: "Sunrise" with Manos Kitsikopoulos
DESCRIPTION:Experience the magic of silent film paired with live music in the grand interior courtyard of the Arsakeio Mansion\, an architectural “jewel” in the heart of Athens. The spotlight of the evening falls on “Sunrise: A Song of Two Humans” (1927)\, directed by the legendary F.W. Murnau.\n\nOften cited as one of the greatest films in cinematic history\, Sunrise tells the haunting story of a farmer lured by a mysterious woman into a dark plot against his own wife. What follows is a painfully lyrical journey of reconciliation set against a bustling urban backdrop\, an eternal struggle between the shadows and the light of the human soul.\n\nBringing the images to life is the distinguished soloist Manos Kitsikopoulos. The Greek pianist provides the musical score and improvises on stage\, drawing inspiration from great composers such as Chopin\, Weill\, Satie and Radiohead. His live piano improvisations do more than just accompany the film; they “translate” every frame into raw emotion\, creating an immersive experience beneath the mansion’s iconic glass roof.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/music-film-sunrise-manos-kitsikopoulos/
LOCATION:Megaro Arsakeiou\, 42-46 Stadiou\, Athens\, 105 59\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CINEMA,CONCERT,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260518T210000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260518T230000
DTSTAMP:20260610T145223
CREATED:20260503T112300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260503T112300Z
UID:10005640-1779138000-1779145200@cityfestival.thisisathens.org
SUMMARY:Midnight Express: '80s Night Out
DESCRIPTION:Midnight Express is the brainchild of film critic Akis Kapranos who\, inspired by nostalgia for the magical midnight screenings at Alphaville and Cine Dexamenis\, set out to revive them. It is a cinematic journey for older audiences to reminisce\, for younger ones to share the experience\, and for everyone to celebrate a common passion: the pure pleasure of the big screen. \nFor this edition\, Midnight Express steps out of dark theatres and into the open\, bringing the magic of cinema to the This is Athens City Festival. \nProgramme: \n11/05: Out of Africa\, Sydney Pollack\, 198518/05: Labyrinth\, Jim Henson\, 198625/05: Big Trouble in Little China\, John Carpenter\, 1986
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/midnight-express-80s-night-out/2026-05-18/
LOCATION:Plato’s Academy Park\, Monastiriou 138\, Athens\, Athens\, 104 42\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CINEMA,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260519T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260519T220000
DTSTAMP:20260610T145223
CREATED:20260505T124358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T124840Z
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SUMMARY:Gyaros: The Story of the Sea
DESCRIPTION:The documentary “Gyaros: The Story of the Sea” is presented in a premiere screening\, giving voice to the sea itself to narrate the island’s journey from antiquity to its contemporary revival. Gyaros\, a place historically charged as a site of memory\, is also revealed as a crucial sanctuary of biodiversity. Through the lens of WWF\, we follow a 12-year effort that led to the designation of the island as a Marine Protected Area\, safeguarding the rare Mediterranean monk seal and the richness of its marine ecosystem. \n\nAfter the screening\, a discussion with experts will follow\, addressing the challenges and importance of protecting our seas\, offering a comprehensive perspective on the enduring relationship between humans and nature.\n\nIn Greek with English subtitles.\n\nFree admission – registration required.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/gyaros-the-story-of-the-sea/
LOCATION:Goethe-Institut Athen\, 14-16 Omirou\, Athens\, 106 72\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CINEMA,FREE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260521T203000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260521T203000
DTSTAMP:20260610T145223
CREATED:20260511T125236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T085739Z
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SUMMARY:Athens’ Hispanic Film Festival (FeCHA) at Ellinis Europa Cinemas
DESCRIPTION:The finest moments of Spanish-language cinema return to the city for their 10th edition\, filling an entire week in May with images\, passion and emotion. Innovative directors\, internationally acclaimed actors and inventive screenwriters come together with an enthusiastic audience\, bringing to Athens an authentic atmosphere from Spain\, Chile\, Argentina\, Cuba and other beloved countries of Latin America.\n\nThrough screenings that highlight both contemporary filmmaking and the rich cinematic traditions of these countries\, Athens is transformed into a vast “cinema” celebrating the diversity and expressive power of Spanish-speaking culture.\n\nScreenings will take place at the open-air cinemas Ellinis Cinemax and Aello Cinemax\, as well as at the Instituto Cervantes and the Hellenic American Union.\n\nThe anniversary programme includes 23 feature films and 13 short films\, offering a comprehensive look at contemporary cinema from Spain and Latin America.\n\nProgramme Highlights\n\nOpening Film: The festival officially opens with the highly anticipated satirical comedy Homo Sapiens? (Homo Argentum)\, Argentina’s biggest commercial success of 2025.\n\nSpecial Tributes: A tribute to the late director Fabián Bielinsky\, alongside the Diversidad section featuring queer short films in collaboration with Athens Pride.\n\nClosing Film: The festival concludes with A Poet (Un Poeta) from Colombia\, presented in the presence of lead actor Ubeimar Rios.\n\nInternational Guests: Distinguished filmmakers including Helena Taberna\, Asier Urbieta and Albert Pintó will attend the festival\, participating in masterclasses and audience discussions.\n\nInformation & Free Events\n\nMasterclass: Saturday 23 May at the Hellenic Open University.\n\nFree Events: 28 May at the Hellenic American Union (docuFeCHA & cortoFeCHA) and 29 May on the rooftop of the Instituto Cervantes.\n\nOnline Screenings: Available from 29 to 31 May via www.fecha.gr\n\nTickets: Advance sales begin on 8 May via more.com and from 14 May at the cinema box offices.\n\n*Due to forecast late-afternoon rainfall on Friday 22 May\, Saturday 23 May and Sunday 24 May\, screenings at the open-air Ellinis Cinemax (29 Kifisias Avenue) will be transferred to the indoor theatres of Aello Cinemax (140 Patission Street) on the same dates and at the same times. \n\nAll tickets already purchased online or through advance booking\, as well as invitations\, will remain valid for the new venue without requiring any changes.\n\nFor the more adventurous cinephiles\, a covered area with a capacity of 100 people will remain available at Ellinis Cinemax\, where the films will also be screened for those who choose not to attend the screenings at Aello Cinemax.\n\n*The presentations by the Spanish directors will take place at Aello Cinemax and not at Ellinis Cinemax.\n\nIn the event of rain\, screenings at the open-air Aello Cinemax will also be transferred to an indoor theatre within the same venue\, at the same times.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/athens-hispanic-film-festival-fecha-at-ellinis-europa-cinemas-2/2026-05-21/
LOCATION:Open Air Cinema “Ellinis”\, Leof. Kifissias 29\, Athens\, Athens\, 115 23\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CINEMA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260521T203000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260521T203000
DTSTAMP:20260610T145223
CREATED:20260511T130141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T085723Z
UID:10005711-1779395400-1779395400@cityfestival.thisisathens.org
SUMMARY:Athens’ Hispanic Film Festival (FeCHA) at Aello
DESCRIPTION:The finest moments of Spanish-language cinema return to the city for their 10th edition\, filling an entire week in May with images\, passion and emotion. Innovative directors\, internationally acclaimed actors and inventive screenwriters come together with an enthusiastic audience\, bringing to Athens an authentic atmosphere from Spain\, Chile\, Argentina\, Cuba and other beloved countries of Latin America.\n\nThrough screenings that highlight both contemporary filmmaking and the rich cinematic traditions of these countries\, Athens is transformed into a vast “cinema” celebrating the diversity and expressive power of Spanish-speaking culture.\n\nScreenings will take place at the open-air cinemas Ellinis Cinemax and Aello Cinemax\, as well as at the Instituto Cervantes and the Hellenic American Union.\n\nThe anniversary programme includes 23 feature films and 13 short films\, offering a comprehensive look at contemporary cinema from Spain and Latin America.\n\nProgramme Highlights\n\nOpening Film: The festival officially opens with the highly anticipated satirical comedy Homo Sapiens? (Homo Argentum)\, Argentina’s biggest commercial success of 2025.\n\nSpecial Tributes: A tribute to the late director Fabián Bielinsky\, alongside the Diversidad section featuring queer short films in collaboration with Athens Pride.\n\nClosing Film: The festival concludes with A Poet (Un Poeta) from Colombia\, presented in the presence of lead actor Ubeimar Rios.\n\nInternational Guests: Distinguished filmmakers including Helena Taberna\, Asier Urbieta and Albert Pintó will attend the festival\, participating in masterclasses and audience discussions.\n\nInformation & Free Events\n\nMasterclass: Saturday 23 May at the Hellenic Open University.\n\nFree Events: 28 May at the Hellenic American Union (docuFeCHA & cortoFeCHA) and 29 May on the rooftop of the Instituto Cervantes.\n\nOnline Screenings: Available from 29 to 31 May via www.fecha.gr\n\nTickets: Advance sales begin on 8 May via more.com and from 14 May at the cinema box offices.\n\n*Due to forecast late-afternoon rainfall on Friday 22 May\, Saturday 23 May and Sunday 24 May\, screenings at the open-air Ellinis Cinemax (29 Kifisias Avenue) will be transferred to the indoor theatres of Aello Cinemax (140 Patission Street) on the same dates and at the same times. \n\nAll tickets already purchased online or through advance booking\, as well as invitations\, will remain valid for the new venue without requiring any changes.\n\nFor the more adventurous cinephiles\, a covered area with a capacity of 100 people will remain available at Ellinis Cinemax\, where the films will also be screened for those who choose not to attend the screenings at Aello Cinemax.\n\n*The presentations by the Spanish directors will take place at Aello Cinemax and not at Ellinis Cinemax.\n\nIn the event of rain\, screenings at the open-air Aello Cinemax will also be transferred to an indoor theatre within the same venue\, at the same times.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/athens-hispanic-film-festival-fecha-at-aello/2026-05-21/
LOCATION:Open Air Cinema “Aello”\, Patission 140\, Athens\, Athens\, 112 57\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CINEMA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260522T203000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260522T203000
DTSTAMP:20260610T145223
CREATED:20260511T125236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T085739Z
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SUMMARY:Athens’ Hispanic Film Festival (FeCHA) at Ellinis Europa Cinemas
DESCRIPTION:The finest moments of Spanish-language cinema return to the city for their 10th edition\, filling an entire week in May with images\, passion and emotion. Innovative directors\, internationally acclaimed actors and inventive screenwriters come together with an enthusiastic audience\, bringing to Athens an authentic atmosphere from Spain\, Chile\, Argentina\, Cuba and other beloved countries of Latin America.\n\nThrough screenings that highlight both contemporary filmmaking and the rich cinematic traditions of these countries\, Athens is transformed into a vast “cinema” celebrating the diversity and expressive power of Spanish-speaking culture.\n\nScreenings will take place at the open-air cinemas Ellinis Cinemax and Aello Cinemax\, as well as at the Instituto Cervantes and the Hellenic American Union.\n\nThe anniversary programme includes 23 feature films and 13 short films\, offering a comprehensive look at contemporary cinema from Spain and Latin America.\n\nProgramme Highlights\n\nOpening Film: The festival officially opens with the highly anticipated satirical comedy Homo Sapiens? (Homo Argentum)\, Argentina’s biggest commercial success of 2025.\n\nSpecial Tributes: A tribute to the late director Fabián Bielinsky\, alongside the Diversidad section featuring queer short films in collaboration with Athens Pride.\n\nClosing Film: The festival concludes with A Poet (Un Poeta) from Colombia\, presented in the presence of lead actor Ubeimar Rios.\n\nInternational Guests: Distinguished filmmakers including Helena Taberna\, Asier Urbieta and Albert Pintó will attend the festival\, participating in masterclasses and audience discussions.\n\nInformation & Free Events\n\nMasterclass: Saturday 23 May at the Hellenic Open University.\n\nFree Events: 28 May at the Hellenic American Union (docuFeCHA & cortoFeCHA) and 29 May on the rooftop of the Instituto Cervantes.\n\nOnline Screenings: Available from 29 to 31 May via www.fecha.gr\n\nTickets: Advance sales begin on 8 May via more.com and from 14 May at the cinema box offices.\n\n*Due to forecast late-afternoon rainfall on Friday 22 May\, Saturday 23 May and Sunday 24 May\, screenings at the open-air Ellinis Cinemax (29 Kifisias Avenue) will be transferred to the indoor theatres of Aello Cinemax (140 Patission Street) on the same dates and at the same times. \n\nAll tickets already purchased online or through advance booking\, as well as invitations\, will remain valid for the new venue without requiring any changes.\n\nFor the more adventurous cinephiles\, a covered area with a capacity of 100 people will remain available at Ellinis Cinemax\, where the films will also be screened for those who choose not to attend the screenings at Aello Cinemax.\n\n*The presentations by the Spanish directors will take place at Aello Cinemax and not at Ellinis Cinemax.\n\nIn the event of rain\, screenings at the open-air Aello Cinemax will also be transferred to an indoor theatre within the same venue\, at the same times.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/athens-hispanic-film-festival-fecha-at-ellinis-europa-cinemas-2/2026-05-22/
LOCATION:Open Air Cinema “Ellinis”\, Leof. Kifissias 29\, Athens\, Athens\, 115 23\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CINEMA
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260522T203000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260522T203000
DTSTAMP:20260610T145223
CREATED:20260511T130141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T085723Z
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SUMMARY:Athens’ Hispanic Film Festival (FeCHA) at Aello
DESCRIPTION:The finest moments of Spanish-language cinema return to the city for their 10th edition\, filling an entire week in May with images\, passion and emotion. Innovative directors\, internationally acclaimed actors and inventive screenwriters come together with an enthusiastic audience\, bringing to Athens an authentic atmosphere from Spain\, Chile\, Argentina\, Cuba and other beloved countries of Latin America.\n\nThrough screenings that highlight both contemporary filmmaking and the rich cinematic traditions of these countries\, Athens is transformed into a vast “cinema” celebrating the diversity and expressive power of Spanish-speaking culture.\n\nScreenings will take place at the open-air cinemas Ellinis Cinemax and Aello Cinemax\, as well as at the Instituto Cervantes and the Hellenic American Union.\n\nThe anniversary programme includes 23 feature films and 13 short films\, offering a comprehensive look at contemporary cinema from Spain and Latin America.\n\nProgramme Highlights\n\nOpening Film: The festival officially opens with the highly anticipated satirical comedy Homo Sapiens? (Homo Argentum)\, Argentina’s biggest commercial success of 2025.\n\nSpecial Tributes: A tribute to the late director Fabián Bielinsky\, alongside the Diversidad section featuring queer short films in collaboration with Athens Pride.\n\nClosing Film: The festival concludes with A Poet (Un Poeta) from Colombia\, presented in the presence of lead actor Ubeimar Rios.\n\nInternational Guests: Distinguished filmmakers including Helena Taberna\, Asier Urbieta and Albert Pintó will attend the festival\, participating in masterclasses and audience discussions.\n\nInformation & Free Events\n\nMasterclass: Saturday 23 May at the Hellenic Open University.\n\nFree Events: 28 May at the Hellenic American Union (docuFeCHA & cortoFeCHA) and 29 May on the rooftop of the Instituto Cervantes.\n\nOnline Screenings: Available from 29 to 31 May via www.fecha.gr\n\nTickets: Advance sales begin on 8 May via more.com and from 14 May at the cinema box offices.\n\n*Due to forecast late-afternoon rainfall on Friday 22 May\, Saturday 23 May and Sunday 24 May\, screenings at the open-air Ellinis Cinemax (29 Kifisias Avenue) will be transferred to the indoor theatres of Aello Cinemax (140 Patission Street) on the same dates and at the same times. \n\nAll tickets already purchased online or through advance booking\, as well as invitations\, will remain valid for the new venue without requiring any changes.\n\nFor the more adventurous cinephiles\, a covered area with a capacity of 100 people will remain available at Ellinis Cinemax\, where the films will also be screened for those who choose not to attend the screenings at Aello Cinemax.\n\n*The presentations by the Spanish directors will take place at Aello Cinemax and not at Ellinis Cinemax.\n\nIn the event of rain\, screenings at the open-air Aello Cinemax will also be transferred to an indoor theatre within the same venue\, at the same times.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/athens-hispanic-film-festival-fecha-at-aello/2026-05-22/
LOCATION:Open Air Cinema “Aello”\, Patission 140\, Athens\, Athens\, 112 57\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CINEMA
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260523T203000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260523T203000
DTSTAMP:20260610T145223
CREATED:20260511T125236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T085739Z
UID:10005699-1779568200-1779568200@cityfestival.thisisathens.org
SUMMARY:Athens’ Hispanic Film Festival (FeCHA) at Ellinis Europa Cinemas
DESCRIPTION:The finest moments of Spanish-language cinema return to the city for their 10th edition\, filling an entire week in May with images\, passion and emotion. Innovative directors\, internationally acclaimed actors and inventive screenwriters come together with an enthusiastic audience\, bringing to Athens an authentic atmosphere from Spain\, Chile\, Argentina\, Cuba and other beloved countries of Latin America.\n\nThrough screenings that highlight both contemporary filmmaking and the rich cinematic traditions of these countries\, Athens is transformed into a vast “cinema” celebrating the diversity and expressive power of Spanish-speaking culture.\n\nScreenings will take place at the open-air cinemas Ellinis Cinemax and Aello Cinemax\, as well as at the Instituto Cervantes and the Hellenic American Union.\n\nThe anniversary programme includes 23 feature films and 13 short films\, offering a comprehensive look at contemporary cinema from Spain and Latin America.\n\nProgramme Highlights\n\nOpening Film: The festival officially opens with the highly anticipated satirical comedy Homo Sapiens? (Homo Argentum)\, Argentina’s biggest commercial success of 2025.\n\nSpecial Tributes: A tribute to the late director Fabián Bielinsky\, alongside the Diversidad section featuring queer short films in collaboration with Athens Pride.\n\nClosing Film: The festival concludes with A Poet (Un Poeta) from Colombia\, presented in the presence of lead actor Ubeimar Rios.\n\nInternational Guests: Distinguished filmmakers including Helena Taberna\, Asier Urbieta and Albert Pintó will attend the festival\, participating in masterclasses and audience discussions.\n\nInformation & Free Events\n\nMasterclass: Saturday 23 May at the Hellenic Open University.\n\nFree Events: 28 May at the Hellenic American Union (docuFeCHA & cortoFeCHA) and 29 May on the rooftop of the Instituto Cervantes.\n\nOnline Screenings: Available from 29 to 31 May via www.fecha.gr\n\nTickets: Advance sales begin on 8 May via more.com and from 14 May at the cinema box offices.\n\n*Due to forecast late-afternoon rainfall on Friday 22 May\, Saturday 23 May and Sunday 24 May\, screenings at the open-air Ellinis Cinemax (29 Kifisias Avenue) will be transferred to the indoor theatres of Aello Cinemax (140 Patission Street) on the same dates and at the same times. \n\nAll tickets already purchased online or through advance booking\, as well as invitations\, will remain valid for the new venue without requiring any changes.\n\nFor the more adventurous cinephiles\, a covered area with a capacity of 100 people will remain available at Ellinis Cinemax\, where the films will also be screened for those who choose not to attend the screenings at Aello Cinemax.\n\n*The presentations by the Spanish directors will take place at Aello Cinemax and not at Ellinis Cinemax.\n\nIn the event of rain\, screenings at the open-air Aello Cinemax will also be transferred to an indoor theatre within the same venue\, at the same times.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/athens-hispanic-film-festival-fecha-at-ellinis-europa-cinemas-2/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:Open Air Cinema “Ellinis”\, Leof. Kifissias 29\, Athens\, Athens\, 115 23\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CINEMA
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/fecha.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260523T203000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260523T203000
DTSTAMP:20260610T145223
CREATED:20260511T130141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T085723Z
UID:10005713-1779568200-1779568200@cityfestival.thisisathens.org
SUMMARY:Athens’ Hispanic Film Festival (FeCHA) at Aello
DESCRIPTION:The finest moments of Spanish-language cinema return to the city for their 10th edition\, filling an entire week in May with images\, passion and emotion. Innovative directors\, internationally acclaimed actors and inventive screenwriters come together with an enthusiastic audience\, bringing to Athens an authentic atmosphere from Spain\, Chile\, Argentina\, Cuba and other beloved countries of Latin America.\n\nThrough screenings that highlight both contemporary filmmaking and the rich cinematic traditions of these countries\, Athens is transformed into a vast “cinema” celebrating the diversity and expressive power of Spanish-speaking culture.\n\nScreenings will take place at the open-air cinemas Ellinis Cinemax and Aello Cinemax\, as well as at the Instituto Cervantes and the Hellenic American Union.\n\nThe anniversary programme includes 23 feature films and 13 short films\, offering a comprehensive look at contemporary cinema from Spain and Latin America.\n\nProgramme Highlights\n\nOpening Film: The festival officially opens with the highly anticipated satirical comedy Homo Sapiens? (Homo Argentum)\, Argentina’s biggest commercial success of 2025.\n\nSpecial Tributes: A tribute to the late director Fabián Bielinsky\, alongside the Diversidad section featuring queer short films in collaboration with Athens Pride.\n\nClosing Film: The festival concludes with A Poet (Un Poeta) from Colombia\, presented in the presence of lead actor Ubeimar Rios.\n\nInternational Guests: Distinguished filmmakers including Helena Taberna\, Asier Urbieta and Albert Pintó will attend the festival\, participating in masterclasses and audience discussions.\n\nInformation & Free Events\n\nMasterclass: Saturday 23 May at the Hellenic Open University.\n\nFree Events: 28 May at the Hellenic American Union (docuFeCHA & cortoFeCHA) and 29 May on the rooftop of the Instituto Cervantes.\n\nOnline Screenings: Available from 29 to 31 May via www.fecha.gr\n\nTickets: Advance sales begin on 8 May via more.com and from 14 May at the cinema box offices.\n\n*Due to forecast late-afternoon rainfall on Friday 22 May\, Saturday 23 May and Sunday 24 May\, screenings at the open-air Ellinis Cinemax (29 Kifisias Avenue) will be transferred to the indoor theatres of Aello Cinemax (140 Patission Street) on the same dates and at the same times. \n\nAll tickets already purchased online or through advance booking\, as well as invitations\, will remain valid for the new venue without requiring any changes.\n\nFor the more adventurous cinephiles\, a covered area with a capacity of 100 people will remain available at Ellinis Cinemax\, where the films will also be screened for those who choose not to attend the screenings at Aello Cinemax.\n\n*The presentations by the Spanish directors will take place at Aello Cinemax and not at Ellinis Cinemax.\n\nIn the event of rain\, screenings at the open-air Aello Cinemax will also be transferred to an indoor theatre within the same venue\, at the same times.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/athens-hispanic-film-festival-fecha-at-aello/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:Open Air Cinema “Aello”\, Patission 140\, Athens\, Athens\, 112 57\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CINEMA
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/fecha.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260524T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260524T173000
DTSTAMP:20260610T145223
CREATED:20260502T123834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T124517Z
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SUMMARY:Interactive Experiences at the Museum of Philhellenism
DESCRIPTION:The Museum of Philhellenism\, a unique landmark of its kind worldwide\, opens its doors to the audience of the This is Athens City Festival for two special Sundays with free admission. Visitors will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the history of the philhellenic movement through a comprehensive experience that combines cinema with a classic guided tour. \nThe programme includes: \n\n\n 	Screening: “PHILHELLENES” (30’):A journey through the philhellenic movement\, from its origins in the Renaissance to the liberation of Greece (in Greek with English subtitles).\n 	Guided tour of the Permanent Collection:A tour across the Museum’s four floors\, featuring more than 450 artefacts. Among the exhibits\, visitors will admire rare personal belongings of Lord Byron\, paintings and sculptures\, intricate philhellenic clocks and porcelains\, as well as period weaponry and historical documents that narrate the remarkable contribution of the Philhellenes to the rebirth of Greece.\n\nDuration: 90 minutes \n\n\n 	10:00–11:30\n 	12:00–13:30\n 	14:00–15:30\n 	16:00–17:30\n\nFree admission with advance booking required. Limited availability. To register\, please send your full name\, affiliation\, mobile contact number\, and email to info@phmus.org. \nThis activity is only available in Greek. 
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/interactive-experiences-at-the-museum-of-philhellenism/
LOCATION:Philhellenism Museum\, 12 Zisimopoulou\, Athens\, 115 24\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CINEMA,EXHIBITION,FREE,MUSEUM,TOUR
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