We invite you to a special guided tour of Dimitra Siaterli’s solo exhibition, a journey that peels back the deeper layers of a visual world spanning four decades. As we move among intricate meshes, perforated sculptures, and engravings, a whole "labyrinth" of tiny human figures is gradually revealed. This is a universe that speaks to
Rizokastro and Anafiotika, two of the most enchanting and singular corners of Athens, become the backdrop for a journey that weaves together history, memory, and the inexhaustible charm of Plaka. Archaeologist and guide Michalis Giohalas invites us on a route that goes far beyond a typical tour; it is a quest for Athenian identity where
The National Archaeological Museum invites the public to a fascinating evening walk led by archaeologist Dr. Kostas Paschalidis. This guided tour unfolds as a concise chronicle of the modern Greek state, told through the history of a small yet emblematic site in the very heart of Athens. The route begins in the days when the
Athens’ big celebration of street culture is back for its seventh round, flipping Amerikis Square into a hub of creativity, energy, and community. E=MC² is the ultimate open-air link-up where the city’s "urban tribes" collide through the four elements of hip-hop, reclaiming the streets in the most creative way possible. There’s no ego, no entry
Feidiou Street transforms once again into one of the most vibrant and unpredictable destinations in Athens as part of the This is Athens City Festival. "Don’t Be a Dick" joins forces with Mousiko Kafeneio and Frau for an authentic street party that kicks off at 18:00, promising to keep the energy high until late into
Mitropoleos Square is transformed into an open and vibrant space of inclusion, where art dissolves every dividing line. On Sunday, May 17, from 18:30 to 20:30, the Alpha Conservatory and the Hellenic Centre for Research in Sound, Music and Speech (E.K.E.I.M.) present a double music programme that powerfully demonstrates how music knows no boundaries, only
Do heroes get scared? Folk tales from Greece and around the world become a precious guide for both children and adults. Through the wisdom of peoples, our heroes learn to overcome their fears, stand up for what is right, and confront the powerful—and win! As the old saying goes: it takes not effort, but cleverness.
This is definitely a headline moment for this year’s This is Athens City Festival. Because when legendary LTJ Bukem steps behind the decks, other DJs listen. This is the man who added layers of cinematic, "intelligent" soul to D&B, proving that 170 BPM could be as atmospheric as a late-night jazz session. This massive billing
A downtown favourite spot is coming alive. We’re meeting at Karytsi Square, where Second Story and Bless Me Father are joining forces for a line-up that knows exactly how to handle the energy of central Athens. This isn't just a party; it’s an urban takeover designed to transform the square and hand the keys of
Klafthmonos Square is transformed into the city’s most colourful and vibrant hotspot. On the occasion of the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Transphobia and Interphobia (IDAHOBIT), Athens Pride, in collaboration with the City of Athens Festival, returns to its roots for an explosive street party filled with flowers, music and visibility. With flowers as symbols
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. In this exhibition, Athens is not approached as
The exhibition "1945: The End of the War" invites us on an immersive journey through the landmark year that sealed global history. The result of months of research in Greek and international archives, the exhibition illuminates the dramatic contrasts of those twelve months: from the horror and revelation of Nazi barbarity in the concentration camps
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