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“In the Footsteps of the Philhellenes” – Walking Tours with Guided Commentary in the Heart of Athens

Rallou Manous Square Rallous Manou Square, Athens, Greece

Sundays 10 and 17 May are dedicated to those who loved Greece and sacrificed themselves for its freedom. The activity “In the Footsteps of the Philhellenes” offers a live guided tour through the heart of Athens, connecting emblematic landmarks with the figures who shaped the Greek War of Independence. Participants will follow a rich itinerary

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From Dourgouti to Neos Kosmos: Routes through the History of the Settlement

Syngrou Ave & George Horton Syngrou Ave & George Horton, Athens, Greece

Historians Eleni Kyramarghiou and Nikolina Myofa invite us on a powerful historical walk in the heart of Neos Kosmos. The tour traces a century of life in Dourgouti, a neighbourhood that emerged from the shanties of Armenian and Asia Minor refugees of 1922 and evolved into a mosaic of successive waves of refugees and migrants.

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Piano City Athens: Talented Children with Magical Little Hands

Playground Agios Nikolaos Pefkakia (Neapoli, Exarchia) Dafnomili 1A, Athens, Greece

As part of the This is Athens City Festival and with the support of the Goethe-Institut, the Agios Nikolaos Playground in Neapoli Exarchia fills with melodies in a heartfelt celebration dedicated to Mother’s Day. Under the artistic direction of pianist and educator Maria Papadatos, talented young soloists present a demanding repertoire ranging from Bach and

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From Tbilisi to Athens

Klafthmonos Square Klaftmonos Square, Athens, Athens, Greece

We join forces with the Embassy of Georgia to host a unique celebration in the heart of the capital, inviting you on a journey through a land defined by music, art, and deep-rooted tradition. From the haunting, ethereal layers of polyphonic singing to the graceful, high-energy movements of traditional dance, every moment is designed to

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Salaminos Open Flea Market

Salaminos Street Salaminos Street, Metaxourgio, Greece

Salaminos pedestrian street is transformed into a vibrant, open-air market that pulses with talent and creativity. This is not just a flea market, but a meeting point for people with passion and authentic stories that help shape the identity of the neighbourhood. Come and discover a small paradise for those who love: Flavours & Wine:

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Athens All Star Party 2026

Lycabettus Theatre Parking Lot Lycabettus Hill, Athens, Athens, Greece

There is nothing quite like watching the sunrise over the Parthenon while the bass is still dropping and the city’s heart starts beating a little faster. On the legendary "city balcony," suspended between the starlight and the city lights below, the Lycabettus Hill parking lot is transforming once again into the country's most iconic open-air

A Three-Star Architectural Crown: The Neoclassical Trilogy of Athens

Athens Trilogy Panepistimiou 39, Athens, Athens, Greece

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. But 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

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Fairytales with Ermioni Ntetsika

Prompona Park Eratonos 2, Athens, Athens, Greece

Folk tales, born from the oral traditions of peoples, travel across the centuries to remind us of the importance of connection. In this performance, stories follow one another accompanied by music, songs and riddles. Children are not mere spectators; they actively participate through experiential, rhythmic games, engaging body and emotion in the “here and now”.

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The Embassy of Bulgaria Presents the Quintet “Seasons”

National Historical Museum Stadiou 13, Athens, Athens, Greece

The Embassy of Bulgaria in Athens and the This is Athens City Festival present the “Seasons” Quintet – one of the most prominent ensembles on the contemporary Bulgarian music scene. Founded in 1996, the group comprises distinguished musicians with international careers and creates an elegant bridge between the mandolin tradition and the high standards of

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Melachrinos Velentzas: Rebirth

Lysiou & Klepsydras Lysiou & Klepsydras, Athens, Greece

An abandoned piano, long-silent in a dusty Athenian corner, finds its voice once more. Pianist and performer Melachrinos Velentzas presents Rebirth, blending performance, installation, and collective ritual in some of the city’s most emblematic spaces. Through a musical ceremony, Velentzas resuscitates an instrument that has endured years of stillness. It is a powerful parallel between

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Midnight Express: ’80s Night Out

Plato's Academy Park Monastiriou 138, Athens, Athens, Greece

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

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Event Series Fitness Sessions

Fitness Sessions

Eleftherias Park Eleftherias Park, Athens, Athens, Greece

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. Set within one of Athens’ most refreshing

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