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SUMMARY:Labor Day Market
DESCRIPTION:Under the theme “Light of Labour · Springtime Co-creation\,” this year’s traditional May Day celebrations are transformed into a vibrant cultural bridge between China and Greece\, as part of the This is Athens City Festival 2026.\n\nHonouring International Workers’ Day\, this cultural marketplace highlights the value of manual creation through a rich programme that blends art with everyday effort. Visitors will have the chance to wander through original lighting installations inspired by the tools of trade\, discover the stunning traditional Chinese Hanfu attire\, and participate in handicraft workshops that celebrate the “wisdom of the hands.” The atmosphere will be filled with the melodies of traditional instruments and poetry recitals.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/labor-day-market/
LOCATION:Agion Asomaton Square\, Agion Asomaton Square\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 53\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CONCERT,EXHIBITION,FREE,GASTRONOMY,LITERATURE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
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SUMMARY:Protogenous Urban Market
DESCRIPTION:Protogenous Street is a living example of the art of Athenian transformation\, going from a narrow\, downtown commercial lane into the ultimate destination for the city’s coolest subcultures. There’s something for everyone here: from niche record stores and skate shops to quirky hair salons\, vintage furniture\, and street food you won’t forget. It’s a place where everyone finds their spot.\n\nBut when the This is Athens City Festival arrives\, Protogenous switches gears for three whole days. Once the shutters go down\, the speakers go up\, the street fills with people\, and the urban landscape turns into one massive open-air party.\n\nYou can expect live gigs that’ll make you stop in your tracks\, DJs keeping the beat going non-stop\, street food on the go\, impromptu markets\, creative pop-ups\, and surprises tucked away in every corner. For those forty-eight hours\, the whole street becomes one big group of friends. You’ll find yourself dancing with strangers who feel like mates by the end of the night\, drifting from stage to stage\, beat to beat\, and laugh to laugh.\n\nThese are the moments when Athens shows its most authentic side: open\, spontaneous\, creative\, and completely up for a good time.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/protogenous-urban-market/
LOCATION:Protogenous Str.\, Protogenous Street\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 54\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CONCERT,DJ SET,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE,GASTRONOMY,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,PARTY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260502T130000
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SUMMARY:Athens Asian Food Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Kypseli Municipal Market is set to be flooded with the incredible aromas and flavours of the East for a two-day celebration of Asian gastronomy and culture\, held as part of the This is Athens City Festival. In one of the city’s most vibrant community hubs\, top chefs and artisans are coming together to serve up an experience that bridges authentic street food with modern Asian aesthetics.\n\nFoodies can expect a deep dive into the kitchens of Japan\, China\, India\, and Thailand (and beyond). But it’s not just about the snacks\, though the street food is obviously a major draw. You’ll have the chance to experience traditional tea rituals\, discover the nuances of sake\, and tuck into legendary Asian sweets.\n\nBetween bites\, you can browse pop-up corners filled with unique products and handmade crafts. It’s a full-on sensory feast that brings a burst of Asian energy right into the heart of Kypseli.\n\nThe ultimate weekend pitstop for anyone craving authentic bao\, spice\, and a bit of a wander through Athens’ most eclectic market.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/athens-asian-food-festival-2026/
LOCATION:Kypseli Municipal Market\, Kypseli Municipal Market\, Athens\, Athens\, 113 61\, Greece
CATEGORIES:DJ SET,ENTERTAINMENT,EXHIBITION,FOR KIDS,FREE,GASTRONOMY,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260503T130000
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SUMMARY:Guided Tour at the National Historical Museum
DESCRIPTION:Step inside the grand\, stately building with the bronze statue of Kolokotronis on horseback out front. It’s nothing less than the Old Parliament House\, the very heart of Greece’s early political acts\, and it is throwing open its doors for the This is Athens City Festival.\n\nThis isn’t just a wander through a dusty museum; it’s a guided journey through the National Historical Museum. You’ll be stepping into the original debating chamber where the big decisions that shaped modern Greece were hammered out. It’s an atmospheric spot that keeps history grounded in the centre of the city. Our guide will lead you through a stunning collection that charts the Greek story from the fall of Constantinople through to the 20th century. You’ll see personal heirlooms and everyday objects from the Greek Revolution\, intricate traditional costumes that are basically 19th-century high fashion\, historic weaponry\, and archival treasures that tell the story of a nation finding its feet.\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/guided-tour-at-the-national-historical-museum/2026-05-03/
LOCATION:National Historical Museum\, Stadiou 13\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 61\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,MUSEUM,TOUR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260503T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260503T230000
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SUMMARY:Κeramikos Beat
DESCRIPTION:_&Beyond makes a dynamic comeback to the city center\, transforming Mikis Theodorakis Park into an open-air\, all-day\, spring dancefloor. In collaboration with the This Is Athens City Festival\, we create a festive gathering where the urban landscape meets the greenery\, and music becomes the focal point for Athens’ contemporary creative community.\n\nFrom noon till night\, cutting-edge DJs from the local scene curate a diverse sonic environment—spanning from balearic beats\, rare grooves\, and electronica to disco\, afro/tropical\, and house. Cocktails\, a vinyl record fair\, and street food pop-ups complete the experience\, setting the perfect vibe for the start of the Athenian summer.\n\nDJ sets: K.ATOU x CHEVY | LEX (Athens) x POLATOF | TAKO | MR.Z | KATIA\n\nBar: TELEION\n\nVinyl Record Fair: RECORDS SYMPOSIO\n\nStreet food pop-up: TARANTINO BURGERS\n\nPowered by NEEDLESS
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/keramikos-beat/
LOCATION:Mikis Theodorakis Park\, Iera Odos & Pireos\, Athens\, 118 54\, Greece
CATEGORIES:DJ SET,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE,GASTRONOMY,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,PARTY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260503T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260503T190000
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SUMMARY:A Three-Star Architectural Crown: The Neoclassical Trilogy of Athens
DESCRIPTION:The University\, the Academy\, and the National Library form the absolute crown jewels of our city’s architecture\, the ultimate Trilogy that defined the look of modern Athens.\n\nBut there’s way more to these marble marvels than just a good photo op. As part of this year’s This is Athens City Festival\, we are hitting the pavement with archaeologist and top-tier guide Michalis Giohalas.\nMichalis won’t just point at statues; he’s here to spill the secrets\, symbols\, and big ideas hidden behind those famous facades. You’ll discover how 19th-century architects tried to build a “bridge” between the glory of Ancient Greece and the newly formed Greek state. Think of it as a deep dive into Athens’ DNA\, explaining how statues\, towering columns\, and tiny decorative details all played a part in a young nation’s vision.\n\nIt’s history\, but with a pulse. Whether you’re a fresh arrival to the city or a long-term expat who walks past these buildings every day\, this tour will make you see the centre of Athens in a completely new light.\n\nMeeting Point: The Propylaea of the University of Athens (Right outside “Panepistimio” Metro station\, University exit). \n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/a-three-star-architectural-crown-the-neoclassical-trilogy-of-athens-2/
LOCATION:Athens Trilogy\, Panepistimiou 39\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 64\, Greece
CATEGORIES:FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,TOUR
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SUMMARY:Zappeion Dance by FOR303\, 88 Butterfly & MOS
DESCRIPTION:Two of the city’s most formidable promoters\, FOR303\, 88 Butterfly and MadeOfSounds\, are joining forces for a one-off\, one-of-a-kind afternoon. They’re staging a rhythmic takeover of the iconic Zappeion Megaron courtyard\, flipping one of Athens’ most stately landmarks into a world-class outdoor club. At the helm is a global special guest from the electronic A-list\, ensuring the Zappeion becomes a thumping international dance scene. Expect a bespoke setup and a sound system beefy enough to rival any major festival\, all set against the backdrop of 19th-century marble and the open Athenian sky.\n\nIt’s a rare chance to catch a high-octane dance experience where grand neoclassical architecture meets cutting-edge electronic beats. If you’re the type who demands quality in the booth and pure intensity on the dancefloor\, consider your weekend plans sorted. It’s an absolute essential for those who like their basslines served against a historic backdrop.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/zappeion-dance-for303-88-butterfly-mos/
LOCATION:Zappeion Megaron\, Zappeion Hall\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 57\, Greece
CATEGORIES:DJ SET,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE,PARTY
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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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SUMMARY:Inna Orlik: The Permanent Collection
DESCRIPTION:Orlik Gallery invites the This is Athens City Festival audience to a distinctive encounter with the visual universe of Inna Orlik. This exhibition brings to the fore a world where contemporary painting enters into a dialogue with mythology\, nature\, and the human experience\, creating an environment rich in symbolism and layers of interpretation.\n\nDefined by bold colours\, complex textures\, and a singular painterly language\, Orlik’s works move between the visible and the suggestive\, the personal and the collective. The artist transforms the canvas into a space for narrative and exploration\, inviting the viewer to discover forms\, symbols\, and underlying connections. It is an exhibition tailored for those seeking not only aesthetic intensity in contemporary art but also a substantial\, resonant depth.\n\nExhibition duration: 1–31 May\n\nOpening hours: Daily: 12:00–18:00.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/inna-orlik-the-permanent-collection/2026-05-04/
LOCATION:Orlik Gallery\, 3 Palaiologou Benizelou\, Athens\, 105 56\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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SUMMARY:Historical Walk: "Sabotage and Street Protest in Occupied Athens"
DESCRIPTION:Renowned historian Menelaos Charalampidis leads an immersive journey through the heart of the occupied city\, tracing the footsteps of one of the most dynamic resistance movements in Europe.\nThis isn’t just a history lesson; it’s a vivid reclamation of the city’s soul. As you walk\, the routes of protesters\, strikers\, and saboteurs who defied the Axis occupation come to life. From the first major student mobilisation on 25 March 1942 to the bloody clashes on Panepistimiou Street in July 1943\, every stop acts as a “window” into a city that refused to stay silent.\n\nUncover the “hidden geography” of the resistance\, from the daring sabotage at the ESPO offices to the heroic strikes at the Telephone Company and the Ministry of Labour. This is a visceral experience that invites you to see the streets you cross every day through a fresh lens\, discovering the dense mosaic of courage that defines the Athenian spirit.\n\n\nMeeting Point: The Propylaea of the University of Athens (Right outside “Panepistimio” Metro station\, University exit)\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/historical-walk-sabotage-and-street-protest-in-occupied-athens/
LOCATION:Athens Trilogy\, Panepistimiou 39\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 64\, Greece
CATEGORIES:FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,TOUR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260504T190000
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SUMMARY:The Journey of the Serenade
DESCRIPTION:If you’ve ever wondered what Athens sounded like before the hum of motorbikes and the thump of basslines\, follow this group of traditional kantadoroi (troubadours). They are taking to the cobbled streets below the Acropolis to revive the lost art of the Athenian serenade.\n\nLove songs and melodies once flooded the city’s historic neighborhoods\, serving as the ultimate way to confess a secret or share a moment of collective emotion. As you stroll\, following the voices through the shadow of the Acropolis\, the city’s past starts to feel incredibly present—a beautiful reminder that some things\, like a perfect melody under the stars\, never go out of style.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/the-journey-of-the-serenade/2026-05-04/
LOCATION:Holy Church of Saint Catherine\, Chairefontos 10\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 58\, Greece
CATEGORIES:ENTERTAINMENT,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,TOUR,TRADITION
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260504T210000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260504T230000
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SUMMARY:Pantelis Thalassinos
DESCRIPTION:Greek radio MENTA 88 FM returns to the This is Athens City Festival\, once again leaving its distinct musical mark on the city’s biggest celebration. This time\, they are bringing a true heavyweight of Greek songwriting to the stage: the legendary Pantelis Thalassinos.\n\nWith a career- spanning decades\, Thalassinos has mastered the art of bridging the gap between traditional folk and the sophisticated entechno scene. Whether you know him from the cult-classic days of Lathrepivates or his iconic solo hits like “Anathema se” and “Smirnaika Tragoudia\,” his voice is a vessel that travels from the salt-air of the Aegean straight to the neighborhoods of Athens. Joined by a band of talented musicians\, Thalassinos promises a night of raw authenticity and emotion. Expect a setlist of timeless anthems that have become the soundtrack to countless Greek summers and city nights alike.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/pantelis-thalassinos/
LOCATION:Korai Square\, Korai 1\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 64\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CONCERT,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260505T190000
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SUMMARY:Nikolas Klironomos: A Retrospective (1985–2025)
DESCRIPTION:This major retrospective is a brilliant place to start looking into the work of Nikolas Klironomos\, an artist who has spent decades masterfully blurring the lines between fine art and set design.\n\nKlironomos doesn’t just paint; he “directs” his canvases. Think of him as a visual filmmaker who takes the raw\, chaotic energy of Athens\, our streets\, our faces\, our light\, and filters it through a lens of memory and emotion.\n\nIn this exhibition\, the mundane meets the dreamlike. You’ll see the changing seasons of the city tangled up with those small\, quirky moments that make life in Athens so unique. By playing with vibrant palettes and some rather unusual materials\, he creates scenes that feel like they’re in constant motion. It’s a bit like catching a glimpse of Athens from a moving Vespa—everything is fluid\, poetic\, and strangely alive.\n\nThis exhibition is designed to speak directly to your heart and your memory. What’s truly clever is how Klironomos takes “the bits and bobs” of life\, those fragmented\, everyday moments\, and gives them a sense of grandeur and importance. It’s a proper journey into the hidden corners of time and what it actually means to be human.\n\nExhibition duration: 1–30 May\n\nOpening hours: Tuesday–Saturday: 11:00–19:00; Sunday: 10:00–16:00. Closed on Monday.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/nikolas-klironomos-a-retrospective-1985-2025/2026-05-05/
LOCATION:The City of Athens Gallery\, Municipal Gallery of Athens\, Athens\, Athens\, 104 36\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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SUMMARY:Panos Charalambous: COLUMBIA
DESCRIPTION:At CITRONNE Gallery\, Panos Charalambous invites us to step into a “sonic room” that speaks directly to the memory of the city. The journey begins in 2006\, the year the historic Columbia vinyl record factory in Rizoupoli was demolished\, symbolically closing a massive chapter of Greek music history. Columbia was a place where the voices\, songs\, and moments that shaped our collective soundscape were once etched into wax.\n\nCharalambous transforms the gallery into a visceral\, immersive installation. Here\, you are invited to walk across a “sound floor\,” literally treading on the echoes of a memory that refuses to fade. It is a haunting reminder that music doesn’t vanish with the buildings that once housed it; instead\, it survives through emotion\, shared experience\, and our collective imagination.\n\nIn a city that is constantly evolving\, COLUMBIA is a profound meditation on decay\, remembrance\, and our deep-seated need to keep our shared history alive.\n\nExhibition duration: 1–30 May\n\nOpening hours: Tuesday\, Thursday\, Friday: 11:00–20:00; Wednesday\, Saturday: 11:00–16:00. Closed on Monday & Sunday.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/panos-charalambous-columbia/2026-05-05/
LOCATION:CITRONNE Gallery\, 19 Patriarchou Ioakim\, Athens\, 106 75\, Greece
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SUMMARY:Constantine Xenakis – Dimitris Chiotopoulos: Writing and Trace Two Journeys into the Labyrinth
DESCRIPTION:Ersi Gallery hosts a deep and unexpectedly poetic dialogue between two masters of the symbolic: Constantine Xenakis and Dimitris Chiotopoulos.\n\nWriting and Trace explores the moment when a mark\, a symbol\, or a simple gesture transcends its everyday use to become a language of its own. Dense with meaning and open to endless interpretation. The internationally acclaimed Xenakis employs codes\, hieroglyphs\, and signals from modern communication to offer a sharp commentary on how meaning is constructed in our digital age. In contrast\, Chiotopoulos brings a more interior\, tactile search to the gallery\, weaving in archetypal shapes and calligraphy elements.\n\nTogether\, they transform the “Labyrinth” into a space of discovery. This isn’t just an exhibition; it’s an invitation to stroll through a maze of signs and silences\, losing yourself in the traces of culture only to find your own way back.\n\nExhibition duration: 5–30 May\n\nOpening hours: Monday–Friday: 11:30–14:30 & 17:30–20:30; Saturday: 11:30–15:00. Closed on Sunday.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/constantine-xenakis-dimitris-chiotopoulos-writing-and-trace-two-journeys-into-the-labyrinth/2026-05-05/
LOCATION:Gallery Ersi\, Kleomenous 4\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 75\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260505T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260505T200000
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SUMMARY:Marilia Fotopoulou: Iconostases
DESCRIPTION:The Ileana Tounta Contemporary Art Centre presents “Iconostases”\, a solo exhibition by Marilia Fotopoulou. This visual proposition turns its gaze toward a subject that is deeply familiar yet often bypassed in our daily lives: the roadside shrines encountered across the Greek landscape. The artist approaches these small\, metallic markers of memory and faith not merely as elements of the scenery\, but as vessels for personal histories\, collective sensitivity\, and profound cultural continuity.\n\nUsing the language of contemporary fine-art photography\, the exhibition illuminates the relationship between the individual and the road\, exploring themes of loss\, memory\, and the urban environment. Fotopoulou’s works do not simply document a characteristic Greek sight; they transform it into a field of observation and reflection. This is a show that invites us to look again at what we pass by every day\, discovering within these shrines a unique weight of emotion\, tradition\, and silent witness. The exhibition works well the Eugenia Grigoraki’s exhibition\, also on view at the gallery\, giving you a broader perspective on this distinctive symbol of the Greek landscape.\n\nExhibition duration: 1–23 May\n\nOpening hours: Tuesday\, Thursday: 15:00–20:00; Wednesday\, Friday: 12:00–20:00; Saturday: 12:00–16:00. Closed on Monday & Sunday.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/marilia-fotopoulou-iconostases/2026-05-05/
LOCATION:Ileana Tounta Contemporary Art Centre\, 48 Armatolon-Klefton\, Athens\, 114 71\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260505T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260505T203000
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SUMMARY:Christina Paraskevopoulou: Symbioses
DESCRIPTION:Christina Paraskevopoulou invites us to look at the world around us as if through a magnifying glass. In her latest body of work\, titled “Symbioses”\, the artist paints the hidden stories unfolding on the ground\, in the seas\, and along the shores where life continues quietly and magically.\n\nUsing ink and fine markers on paper\, she creates intricate shapes and patterns that resemble living organisms or endless threads woven together. Her works are more than just images; they are an “ecological message” about the resilience of nature and the beauty of the microscopic life we so often overlook.\n\nIt’s an invitation to pause for a moment and lose yourself in a world full of colour and detail\, discovering how everything in nature coexists\, blooms\, and renews itself.\n\nExhibition duration: 1–16 May\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOpening hours: Tuesday\, Thursday\, Friday: 17:30–20:30; Wednesday\, Saturday: 12:00–15:00. Closed on Monday & Sunday.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/christina-paraskevopoulou-symbioses/2026-05-05/
LOCATION:Artshot – Sophia Gaitani\, 11 Lempesi\, Athens\, 117 42\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260505T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260505T203000
DTSTAMP:20260430T184743
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SUMMARY:Fitness Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Parko Eleftherias is being transformed into a sprawling open-air hub of energy and well-being for this year’s This is Athens City Festival. At Fitness Sessions\, movement is a celebration; here\, exercise isn’t about competition—it’s about self-care\, community\, and recharging your batteries right in the heart of the city.\n\nSet within one of Athens’ most refreshing green spaces\, you’re invited to rediscover the joy of physical activity in a welcoming and supportive environment. Expert instructors and their teams will lead sessions for everyone\, ranging from Yoga and Pilates to more high-energy workouts\, offering a programme tailored to all fitness levels and needs.\n\nParticipation and good vibes are the order of the day\, turning this event into a true festival for the body and the city alike. It’s a cracking opportunity to get moving together in one of Athens’ most beautiful outdoor settings.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/fitness-sessions-5/2026-05-05/
LOCATION:Eleftherias Park\, Eleftherias Park\, Athens\, Athens\, 115 21\, Greece
CATEGORIES:FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,SPORTS & WELLNESS
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260505T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260505T230000
DTSTAMP:20260430T184743
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SUMMARY:ATHENS: AM EXTENDED
DESCRIPTION:A high-tech\, multi-sensory deep dive into the city’s midnight soul with photographer Thanasis Karatzas and multimedia director Byron Nikolopoulos teaming up to breathe life into 88 iconic black-and-white shots of Athens captured between 2008 and 2022. Hosted at the cutting-edge METACOSMOI space right in the heart of the city\, they’ve turned static images into a living\, breathing digital playground.\n\nUsing Augmented Reality (AR)\, VR\, and sleek video projections\, the exhibition takes classic street photography and adds movement\, sound\, and a splash of colour. The project is fresh off international acclaim at Paris Photo and Photo London\, so we’re thrilled to bring it back to the very streets that inspired it. You’ll see Athens as a “palimpsest”\, a city of layers where ancient history\, gritty urban vibes\, and the digital future all sit at the same table.\n\nExhibition duration: 5–20 May\n\nOpening hours: Daily\, 19:00–23:00
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/athens-am-extended/2026-05-05/
LOCATION:metacosmoi\, 44 Geraniou\, Αθήνα\, 104 31\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260505T210000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260505T230000
DTSTAMP:20260430T184743
CREATED:20260417T090436Z
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SUMMARY:Cheimerinoi Kolymvites
DESCRIPTION:The National Archaeological Museum Courtyard is an incredibly “Athenian” setting\, an atmospheric\, hidden garden that will fill with the unmistakable sound and timeless\, bohemian spirit of the legendary Greek band Cheimerinoi Kolymvites (literally “The Winter Swimmers”). They’ll be performing songs that speak of love\, solitude\, good company\, and the quiet magic of the night.\n\nThese are tracks that have been etched into the musical memory of generations\, now returning in a setting designed for proper listening and reflection\, enveloped by the city’s more stunning antiquities. Think of this evening as an encounter with a different side of Greek song—one that is subtle\, understated\, yet deeply meaningful. It’s a night of poetic simplicity and warmth\, reminding us that true artistic power is often found in the finest of details.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/cheimerinoi-kolymvites/
LOCATION:National Archaeological Museum\, Patission 44\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 82\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CONCERT,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260506T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260506T180000
DTSTAMP:20260430T184743
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SUMMARY:Athens: Urban Frictions
DESCRIPTION:The Macart Cultural Space\, in collaboration with iFocus Gallery\, presents “Athens: Urban Frictions”\, a collective photographic exploration of the Greek capital. Thirty contemporary Greek and international photographers attempt to capture the city’s identity through diverse and often conflicting lenses\, highlighting its inherent contradictions\, tensions\, and ongoing transformations.\n\nIn this exhibition\, Athens is not approached as a singular\, static image\, but as a field of constant negotiation between memory\, lived experience\, and change. Black-and-white and colour works\, analogue shots\, and contemporary digital perspectives weave a narrative where the act of wandering becomes a way of “reading” the city. The show explores Athens in the space between noise and silence\, the visible and the suggestive\, and the weight of history versus a constantly shifting present. It is an invitation to view the capital not as a mere backdrop\, but as a living\, complex entity.\n\nExhibition duration: 6–30 May\n\nOpening hours: Monday–Friday: 10:00–18:00; Saturday: 10:00–14:00. Closed on Sunday.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/athens-urban-frictions-2/2026-05-06/
LOCATION:Macart’s Cultural Space\, Lenorman 244\, Athens\, Athens\, 104 43\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260506T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260506T120000
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SUMMARY:Discover the National Typography Museum (MET)
DESCRIPTION:A visit to the National Typography Museum and its historic collection. Visitors will have the chance to closely examine representative samples of the mechanical equipment and printed products of the Typography. Additionally\, they will get familiar with traditional printing techniques and the working conditions of the printer profession.\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/discover-the-national-typography-museum-met-3/
LOCATION:National Printing House Museum\, Kapodistriou 34\, Athens\, Athens\, 104 32\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,MUSEUM,TOUR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260506T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260506T120000
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SUMMARY:Presentation of Τhe House of General Napoleon Zervas
DESCRIPTION:Τhe House of General Napoleon Zervas opens its doors for a series of special presentations. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore the spaces where the General lived and discover historical material that highlights the united national resistance against the occupying forces during the years 1941–1944. Through personal belongings and historical narratives\, the life and actions of Napoleon Zervas are brought to life\, offering insight into the events that shaped the history of Athens and Greece.\n\nThe presentations will take place every Wednesday and Thursday in May\, in small groups of up to 10 people.\n\nBookings open one week before each event\, at 12:00 noon.\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/presentation-house-general-napoleon-zervas/
LOCATION:House of General Napoleon Zervas\, 9 Kallergi\, Athens\, 104 37\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,MUSEUM,TOUR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260506T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260506T200000
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SUMMARY:Vera Stavrinadi: Pop-Up Frequencies
DESCRIPTION:Astrolavos Art Gallery hosts “Pop-Up Frequencies”\, a striking sculptural intervention by Vera Stavrinadi that occupies the gallery space with undeniable presence and style. Monumental sculptures in the form of contemporary totems alternate with smaller floor and wall-mounted pieces\, all bathed in the vibrant\, fluorescent hues of pop culture and comic- book aesthetics.\n\nWith a sarcastic yet playful approach that draws on the world of children’s toys\, the artist opens a fragmented dialogue regarding the values of modern society. By casting a critical eye on consumerist tropes and contemporary superficiality\, Stavrinadi successfully marries a sharp perspective with an irresistibly joyful dimension. This experience invites us to view the “idols” of our everyday lives through a new\, luminous\, and subversive frequency.\n\nExhibition duration: 1–30 May\n\nOpening hours: Tuesday\, Wednesday\, Thursday\, Friday: 12:00–16:00 and 17:00–20:00; Saturday: 11:00–15:00. Closed on Sunday & Monday.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/vera-stavrinadi-pop-up-frequencies/2026-05-06/
LOCATION:Astrolavos Art Gallery\, 11 Xanthippou\, Kolonaki\, 106 75\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260506T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260506T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T184743
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SUMMARY:Thematic Tour: The Depiction of the Face through the Collections of the National Gallery
DESCRIPTION:In the main building of the National Gallery\, the public has the opportunity to participate in a thematic tour dedicated to the art of portraiture. The tour explores the timeless need of artists\, as well as historical figures\, to keep their likeness alive through the centuries\, beginning with the simple\, and almost ascetic forms of the Saints in the late 16th century.\n\nAs the tour progresses towards the present day\, visitors observe radical changes in materials and techniques\, discovering how the long tradition of painting was transformed to render human psychography with a contemporary perspective. It is a journey into the gaze and the form\, illuminating the evolution of identity and artistic expression through the treasures of the country’s most important gallery.\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/thematic-tour-the-depiction-of-the-face-through-the-collections-of-the-national-gallery/
LOCATION:National Gallery – Alexandros Soutsos Museum\, 50 Vasileos Konstantinou\, Athens\, 116 34\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,MUSEUM,TOUR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260506T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260506T190000
DTSTAMP:20260430T184743
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T103523Z
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SUMMARY:Guided Tour: Nikolas Klironomos Retrospective "1985–2025"
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to a series of guided tours of the Nikolas Klironomos retrospective\, a tour covering forty years of continuous artistic creation. The tour highlights the creator’s dual nature as both painter and set designer\, revealing how he “stages” his canvas to transform images of the city and its people into poetic narratives.\n\nAs we navigate through his works\, we will discover how everyday life meets the dream and how the changing seasons are captured through bold colours and special materials that provide movement and vitality. This is an opportunity to delve into the unseen aspects of time and human existence\, understanding how Klironomos manages to give a monumental character to the small\, fragmentary moments of our lives. An experiential tour that speaks straight to the heart and memory\, offering a comprehensive look at the work of one of the most versatile creators on the contemporary Greek scene.\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/guided-tour-nikolas-klironomos-retrospective-1985-2025/2026-05-06/
LOCATION:The City of Athens Gallery\, Municipal Gallery of Athens\, Athens\, Athens\, 104 36\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY,TOUR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260506T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260506T190000
DTSTAMP:20260430T184743
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SUMMARY:Guided Tour: Nikolas Klironomos Retrospective “1985–2025”
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to a series of guided tours of the Nikolas Klironomos retrospective\, a tour covering forty years of continuous artistic creation. The tour highlights the creator’s dual nature as both painter and set designer\, revealing how he “stages” his canvas to transform images of the city and its people into poetic narratives.\n\nAs we navigate through his works\, we will discover how everyday life meets the dream and how the changing seasons are captured through bold colours and special materials that provide movement and vitality. This is an opportunity to delve into the unseen aspects of time and human existence\, understanding how Klironomos manages to give a monumental character to the small\, fragmentary moments of our lives. An experiential tour that speaks straight to the heart and memory\, offering a comprehensive look at the work of one of the most versatile creators on the contemporary Greek scene.\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/guided-tour-nikolas-klironomos-retrospective-1985-2025-2/
LOCATION:The City of Athens Gallery\, Municipal Gallery of Athens\, Athens\, Athens\, 104 36\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY,TOUR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260506T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260506T203000
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SUMMARY:Historical Walk: "Women in the Resistance"
DESCRIPTION:History is often written in the singular\, but the soul of Athens was defended by many. As part of the Athens City Festival 2026\, historian Menelaos Charalampidis invites us on a specialized commemorative walk through the city streets\, illuminating a pivotal yet often overlooked chapter: the defiant role of women during the Occupation.\n\nThrough personal testimonies\, rare documents\, and vivid storytelling\, the footsteps of iconic figures like Lela Karagianni\, Elektra Apostolou\, and Ioulia Bimba come to life. From the protesters who stood unflinching before enemy tanks to the female partisans of the eastern neighbourhoods\, the city reveals a different\, fiercely dynamic face.\n\nThis isn’t just a journey through the struggle for liberation; it’s the story of women claiming a new place in post-war society. Join us for an experience that bridges past and present\, inviting you to “re-read” the history of Athens through the voices of the trailblazers who were kept on the margins for far too long.\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/historical-walk-women-in-the-resistance/
LOCATION:Athens Trilogy\, Panepistimiou 39\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 64\, Greece
CATEGORIES:FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,TOUR
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260507T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260507T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T184743
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T125940Z
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SUMMARY:Presentation of Τhe House of General Napoleon Zervas
DESCRIPTION:Τhe House of General Napoleon Zervas opens its doors for a series of special presentations. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore the spaces where the General lived and discover historical material that highlights the united national resistance against the occupying forces during the years 1941–1944. Through personal belongings and historical narratives\, the life and actions of Napoleon Zervas are brought to life\, offering insight into the events that shaped the history of Athens and Greece.\n\nThe presentations will take place every Wednesday and Thursday in May\, in small groups of up to 10 people.\n\nBookings open one week before each event\, at 12:00 noon.\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/presentation-of-%cf%84he-house-of-general-napoleon-zervas/
LOCATION:House of General Napoleon Zervas\, 9 Kallergi\, Athens\, 104 37\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,MUSEUM,TOUR
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260507T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260507T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T184743
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SUMMARY:Andreas Spiliotopoulos: Heroes of Today
DESCRIPTION:Astrolavos Art Gallery presents the solo painting exhibition of Andreas Spiliotopoulos\, titled “Heroes of Today”—a body of work that brings classical art into a direct dialogue with contemporary pop culture. Drawing influence from the allegorical and monumental traditions of painting\, as well as the kinetic energy and narrative drive of comic books\, the artist creates dense\, multi-layered compositions teeming with parallel action.\n\nOn his canvases\, joy coexists with fear\, irony with drama\, and the mundane with the hyperbolic. These modern-day “heroes” are not supernatural figures\, but characters of contemporary life navigating fragility\, intensity\, and humour. The exhibition offers a vivid and penetrating look at our world\, suggesting that the comic and the tragic are\, ultimately\, two sides of the same narrative coin.\n\nExhibition duration: 1–30 May\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOpening hours: Tuesday\, Wednesday\, Thursday\, Friday: 12:00–16:00 and 17:00–20:00; Saturday: 11:00–15:00. Closed on Sunday & Monday.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/andreas-spiliotopoulos-heroes-of-today/2026-05-07/
LOCATION:Astrolavos Art Gallery\, 11 Xanthippou\, Kolonaki\, 106 75\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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