Athens Urban Picnic returns on May Day at Plato’s Academy Park—and entry is free! A one-of-a-kind city event blending learning, entertainment and live music for the whole family. With kids’
Omonia Square gets a full cultural takeover as George Apergis brings his Reverb Sessions to the heart of Athens, inviting some of the city’s most active DJs and producers for
The Skiadareses—twin sisters Olga and Niki—take over Koumoundourou Square for a one-off live show. From the moment they began writing songs in a small bedroom, it seemed destined that their
InDance: Exploring Accessibility through Inclusive DANCE brings together five individuals from different European backgrounds, each with expertise in both dance and accessibility. The collective EXIS choreographs a site-specific outdoor performance
This activity is only available in Greek. Shh... A story is about to begin... Outside the window of my childhood room, in the backyard of the house where I grew
Last year, Full Circle pulled off the ultimate sold-out show at the This is Athens City Festival, hosting &ME—one of the biggest names in global electronic dance music—and drawing over
In traditional communities, marriage was the most important social event—an occasion that brought everyone together through a shared ritual passed down through generations. On a spring Sunday morning, in front
A full-blown celebration of urban culture and street arts! For the sixth year running, Amerikis Square comes alive with E=MC²—a one-of-a-kind street party bringing together the urban tribes of Athens.
_&beyond returns to the heart of the city, bringing one of Athens’ most iconic squares back to life—for the fourth time since 2022! In collaboration with the This is Athens
The Karaviotis brothers—modern-day troubadours—bring the traditional kantada (serenade) back to the winding alleyways of Plaka. This nostalgic musical stroll revives the romantic songs of old Athens: melodies that once echoed
Two of the most distinctive artists on the Greek and international music scene, Alexandros Miaris and Andreas Polyzogopoulos, join forces for a unique concert as part of the City of
This activity is only available in Greek. Once upon a time... A magical journey begins! With words as our guide and music accompanying us, we soar over seas and mountains
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