As part of the This is Athens City Festival, the War Museum opens its collections and invites us on a journey through Greece’s military history and cultural heritage. Through specially designed thematic tours, visitors will have the opportunity to discover iconic exhibits and lesser-known narratives that shed light on the Greek past. The activity is
The This is Athens City Festival invites explorers of all ages to an educational adventure that reimagines ancient Athens through the eyes of two real-life legends. Auteas and Philoxenides, two "choregoi" (the visionary sponsors of the time) from Aexone, today’s Glyfada, are making a symbolic comeback 2,300 years later to guide us through the thrilling
Free of cars, Athinas Street even turns into a giant, life-sized board game! In the interactive theatre game “The City Plays!”, children form teams, become living game pieces, and discover Athinas Street through play, movement and teamwork. Rolling giant dice packed with numbers and special icons, young players move from square to square, taking on
How does a simple idea turn into public art? Learn the art of stencil graffiti in an interactive street art workshop open to all ages. Step by step, participants will discover how to transform an initial concept into a striking visual message. Experiment with stencils, spray paint, bold shapes, and patterns to create your own
Who says painting is just for paper? Bring on the colour and sparkle! Children’s faces become miniature artistic canvases on Athinas Street. Using safe, hypoallergenic paints, kids can choose their favourite characters, mythical creatures, animals or vibrant patterns. Featuring face painting and eco-glitter tattoos, this activity adds an extra touch of sparkle and fun to
Ready to build, create, and let your imagination run wild? Athinas Street comes alive with creative energy during a craft workshop dedicated to the humble bicycle. At dedicated crafting tables, children can build their own miniature bike models. Guided by workshop leaders, kids can assemble and paint single or tandem bicycles using a variety of
The street becomes a colourful stage, coming alive with quirky bicycles, giant balls, stilts, ropes and all kinds of unusual “means of transportation” that seem to defy gravity! Four professional circus artists take to the streets, transporting children and adults alike into a world of colour, humour, acrobatics and surprises. With their vibrant costumes, joyful
Who said recycling can't be the ultimate secret mission? As part of the This is Athens City Festival and World Car-Free Day, the the City of Athens Department of Cleanliness and Recycling jumps into action with interactive, hands-on activities that blend creativity, play, and eco-awareness! On Sunday, September 20, Athinas Street hosts two interactive stations
"How do we turn safely? What does that road sign mean?" Join the pop-up training ground for the city’s future cyclists. A specially designed 300 sq m miniature city awaits children aged 4 to 11 for an educational bike ride with a twist. Young cyclists navigate a miniature street filled with traffic signs, learning essential
On Athinas Street, you spin for your very own piece of art! A custom-designed bike, with its rear wheel spinning a disc of paint, creates unique, colourful compositions on A4 paper. Both young and old are welcome to try it out, experiment, and take home their own piece of art as a memento of this
Because sustainable mobility is for all ages! Athinas Street is rolling out a safe, dedicated zone for children aged 2 to 4, where little ones can enjoy their very first ride on two wheels through fun, playful activities. With specialised balance bikes, young riders can practise their balance, build confidence and discover the joy of
The "Theatre of the Day" team invites our young friends to a hilarious, action-packed adventure full of creative expression on Athinas Street. Right in the heart of the modern Athenian “labyrinth”, a bizarre visitor suddenly lands in the middle of the road. An alien meets the local children, sparking a wild game of imagination as
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