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SUMMARY:A Walk through Rizokastro & Anafiotika
DESCRIPTION: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 layers of time remain vividly visible.\n\nGuided by surviving monuments\, the ghosts of lost buildings\, and the hidden details we usually overlook\, this walk attempts to reconstruct a different Athens\, but certainly not a lost one. Even those who believe they know Plaka inside out will have the chance to see it through a fresh lens where myth\, legend\, and topography collide. It is an experience that bridges academic insight with the evocative\, nostalgic power of our capital’s most authentic neighbourhood.\n\nMeeting Point: Acropolis Metro Station\, Makriyianni exit.\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.\n\n 
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/a-walk-through-rizokastro-anafiotika/
LOCATION:Acropolis Metro Station\, Makrygianni 9\, Athens\, Athens\, 117 42\, Greece
CATEGORIES:FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,TOUR
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SUMMARY:A Remembrance Route for Τhose Who Didn’t Make It – 1940-1944
DESCRIPTION:This Remembrance Route is a moving tribute to the thousands of anonymous victims of the Great Famine during the Nazi Occupation of Athens\, as well as those who fell before the firing squads. This walk unfolds the harrowing yet deeply human stories of our city and its people who didn’t make it through one of the dramatic chapters of our city’s history. Simultaneously\, the Third Cemetery of Athens is reintroduced to the public as a vital historical landmark\, a sacred space of memory for those who never lived to see our country free.\n\nLeading this evocative journey is Zetta Antonopoulou\, Historian-Archaeologist and Head of the Cultural Heritage Department of the City of Athens.\n\nMeeting Point: Entrance of the Third Cemetery\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/a-remembrance-route-for-%cf%84hose-who-didnt-make-it-1940-1944-2/
LOCATION:Third Cemetery of Athens\, Thivon & Kotyoron\, Athens\, Athens\, 184 54\, Greece
CATEGORIES:FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,TOUR
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SUMMARY:Wellness Festival - In your Greenery\, I am Reborn
DESCRIPTION:This activity is only available in Greek.\n\n“GREEN ATHENS | National Garden – Metropolitan Green\,” in collaboration with the This is Athens City Festival\, invites you for the 2nd consecutive year to a unique wellness escape in the capital’s most enchanting ecosystem. Under the guidance of Nicki Petroulaki and a team of acclaimed professionals\, the National Garden transforms for two days into an open temple of self-improvement\, offering a rare opportunity to renew body and mind beneath the shade of its historic trees.\n\nA holistic journey that combines movement with inner peace: from dynamic Yoga and Pilates classes to deep meditation and talks on self-awareness and personal growth. The experience is completed with soul-stirring musical journeys\, creating an atmosphere of true connection with ourselves and nature.\n\nWe await you to share the joy of community\, free breathing\, and well-being\, in a comprehensive program open to all\, without restrictions and free of charge. Give yourself the pause you need and experience Athens… in its greenest and brightest version!\n\nProgramme\n\nSunday\n\n09:00: Panos Pantios / Assisted Stretch – Core & Mobility Exercises\n\nImagine being able to move freely\, without pain or stiffness holding you back. This is the beauty of personalized assisted stretching. Unlike traditional techniques\, assisted stretching involves guidance through a series of stretches tailored to your body’s specific needs and limitations.\n\nPanos Pantios\n\nAn expert in athletic performance and rehabilitation with studies in Sports Medicine in Germany and a background as a professional ice hockey player. He designs strategic programs combining strength with a healthy lifestyle.\n\n10:00: Panos Kontis / Handstand Fundamentals – Building a Proper Handstand\n\nA class for all those who love the challenge of being upside down or would like to start. We will explain the basic guide points for finding balance on our hands and focus on strengthening the specific muscle groups necessary for progress. The class concludes with partner exercises toward the handstand.\n\nPanos Kontis\n\nWith over ten years in therapy and kinetic evolution\, Panos started with Thai massage and Osteopathy. Fascinated by Yoga\, he teaches it as therapeutic exercise to help people better perceive their body’s capabilities.\n\n11:00: Adriani Strigou / Total Body Balance – Integrated Program of Strength\, Posture\, and Flexibility\n\nAn integrated program focusing on functional strengthening and restoring correct posture. Combining postural exercises and targeted stretching\, the practice aims to restore physical balance and relieve daily tension.\n\nAdriani Strigou\n\nA graduate of TEFAA Athens and a former champion swimmer. Since 2000\, she has been active in the fitness industry and owns “Feel Better Kifisia\,” focusing on a lifestyle that combines physical well-being with daily vitality.\n\n12:00: Eleftheria Georgiou / Let’s Get Physical Pilates – Dynamic Pilates with an Uplifting Beat\n\nA dynamic version of Pilates combining strength with continuous flow and rhythm. Accompanied by upbeat music\, the body works through controlled yet intense exercises designed to challenge endurance and stabilize the core.\n\nEleftheria Georgiou\n\nA Physical Education Professor specializing in therapeutic swimming. She is the head of training for future Pilates teachers at Base Training\, focusing on functional strengthening and improving quality of life through conscious movement.\n\n13:00: Maria Papadopoulou & Evangelos Aik / Yin Within & Bhakti Sounds – Peace\, Sound\, Heart\, Song\, Union\n\nA practice dedicated to relief and rest\, representing the gentlest form of Yoga. The experience concludes with “song from the heart.” Accompanied by live musical instruments by Evangelos Apostolopoulos\, movement gives way to sound\, creating an atmosphere of collective connection and inner peace.\n\nMaria Papadopoulou\n\nWith 25 years of experience in yoga and meditation\, Maria specializes in holistic well-being support. She is the creator of OLON Holistic Studio and a podcaster\, providing practical tools for stress management and mindfulness.\n\n14:00 – 15:00 Break\n\n15:00: Katerina Karageorgiou & Stamatia Andrikou / Body and Face Yoga – Releasing Tension from Upper Body and Face!\n\nAn integrated practice aiming for the total release of tension. By combining targeted exercises and breathing\, we restore inner balance and tone the muscles of the face and body.\n\nKaterina Karageorgiou\n\nA graduate of TEFAA Thessaloniki\, she specialized through YogaWorks and founded Sama Yoga in Samos\, focusing on creative communication and holistic empowerment.\n\nStamatia Andrikou\n\nAn internationally certified Face Yoga Instructor\, her approach combines aesthetic acupuncture with Sculptural Face Lifting for natural rejuvenation and glow.\n\n16:00: Loukia Papa / The Art of Manifestation – Embodying Our Higher Version\n\nA transcendental experience calling us to move beyond linear logic. Through quantum visualization\, we explore the possibility of breaking free from limiting beliefs and architects of our reality.\n\nLoukia Papa\n\nLoukia specializes in connecting neuroscience with quantum change practices\, guiding individuals toward self-actualization and inner freedom.\n\n17:00: Patty Petropoulou / #ShallWeDance? – 5Rhythms Movement Meditation\n\nA free-movement practice focusing on reconnecting with the body and releasing it from the flow of thoughts. “Meditation in motion” becomes the vehicle for calm and mental clarity. No dance experience is required.\n\nPatty Petropoulou\n\nThe only certified 5Rhythms® teacher in Greece (trained in the USA)\, she has served the practice since 2011\, teaching across Europe and connecting conscious movement with personal and professional leadership.\n\n18:00: Stavros Bamakos / Full-Body Circuit – Bodyweight Training\n\nA high-intensity program focusing on holistic training using exclusively body weight. A structured circuit aimed at improving functional strength\, endurance\, and overall fitness.\n\nStavros Bamakos\n\nA graduate of TEFAA Athens and owner of Blackbox Training Room. He has served as a Strength & Conditioning Coach for A1 female basketball\, focusing on maximizing athletic performance.\n\n19:00: Niki Petroulaki / Heart & Lyra Flow – Union of Heart & Cretan Lyra – Tradition and Core\n\nA unique movement experience uniting the body with the heart and the circle of life. We breathe and move together\, creating a living space of connection and collective energy. The experience culminates with a music collaboration: the primal sound of the Cretan Lyra meets the flow of exercise.\n\nNiki Petroulaki\n\nWith over 25 years of experience\, Niki is a physical education professor dedicated to holistic wellness. Founder of “Power House Project” and “Wellness Rituals\,” she organizes high-level retreats and events\, combining exercise with personal transformation.\n\nGeorgia Benioudaki\n\nGeorgia Benioudaki\, an Early Childhood Education student in Athens\, has been involved in music since the age of six. The guitar\, the Cretan lyre\, singing\, and traditional Cretan dances define her creative identity.\nMonday \n10:00 – Andreas Polydoros – Wake Up Yoga | Yoga for All \nWake Up Yoga is a gentle yet energising class designed to help the body and mind awaken naturally. Through breathing exercises\, soft stretches and flowing movement\, the practice activates the body’s energy\, improves circulation and creates a sense of clarity and wellbeing for the rest of the day. Suitable for all levels\, including beginners. \nAndreas Polydoros \nAndreas Polydoros discovered yoga through his travels and personal search for experiences around the world — a practice that gradually became a defining part of his life. Over the years\, he devoted himself fully to its study and practice\, and today he is a certified Yoga Alliance teacher (500 Hours YTT) through the House of Yoga under Savvas Giantsis. \n11:00 – Stamatia Andrikou – Face Yoga | Natural Face Lift \nInstructor Stamatia Andrikou leads a rejuvenating Face Yoga session\, guiding participants into the world of natural anti-ageing and holistic facial care. Through specialised exercises and massage techniques\, the class activates facial muscles\, stimulates circulation and releases everyday tension. Stamatia creates a calming atmosphere of wellbeing and relaxation\, helping participants discover the secrets to brighter\, firmer and naturally refreshed skin. \n12:00 – Eva Tripolitsioti – Energy Yoga \nThis variation of Yoga focuses on Energy Yoga\, a practice combining gentle movement\, conscious breathing and a dynamic flow that fills both body and mind with renewed energy. Through this sequence of exercises\, participants are encouraged to release stress\, awaken the body and reconnect with their inner balance\, beginning the day with vitality and mental clarity. \nEva Tripolitsioti \nEva Tripolitsioti is a certified Yoga teacher specialising in Hatha and Vinyasa Flow\, trained in India and at YogaWorks\, where she also served as an assistant trainer. Teaching since 2005\, she specialises in programmes for children\, pregnant women and special population groups. From 2014 to 2022\, she founded and directed the Anahata Shuddhi studio\, while also collaborating with Holmes Place. Today\, she organises holistic wellness retreats and workshops\, while also working as an executive for a German health and nutrition company. \n13:00 – Tania Saiti – Yin & Yoga Nidra \nTania Saiti invites participants to experience a deeply therapeutic Yin & Yoga Nidra session — a practice of complete relaxation and inner restoration. The class begins with Yin Yoga\, using soft\, passive postures held for extended periods in order to stretch the deeper connective tissues and release accumulated physical tension. The experience concludes with Yoga Nidra\, often referred to as “psychic sleep”\, a guided meditative state that fully calms the nervous system and revitalises the mind. It is an ideal refuge for releasing stress and restoring harmony between body and spirit. \nTania Saiti \nWith a focus on the healing power of stillness\, Saiti leads Yoga and Yoga Nidra practices that offer refuge from the intensity of daily life. Through her teaching\, she cultivates deep relaxation and inner connection\, creating a safe space for awareness and balance. Her aim is to restore harmony and encourage energetic wellbeing in every participant. \n14:00–15:00 – Break \n15:00 – Sofi Paschali – E-motion | Feel the Beat\, Feel Your Emotions \nSofi Paschali invites participants to experience E-motion / Feel the Beat\, Feel Your Emotions\, a revitalising session that connects movement with the inner emotional world. Through rhythm and flow\, the class encourages the release of emotions and the harmonisation of body and spirit\, inviting participants to listen to their inner pulse and transform energy into expression. It is an invitation to feel the power of rhythm and surrender to a journey of self-awareness and wellbeing\, where emotion becomes movement and movement becomes healing. \nSofi Paschali \nOne of Greece’s most recognised and experienced Yoga and Pilates instructors\, Paschali has maintained a long-standing presence in the fields of fitness and wellness. With studies in physical education and a specialisation in alternative exercise methods\, she has dedicated her career to promoting a holistic lifestyle that combines physical empowerment with mental balance. \n16:00 – Marietta Filippa – Pilates Body & Mind Flow | Pilates with Flow \nA Pilates programme suitable for all levels\, combining movement\, breath and flow to strengthen the body and promote overall wellbeing. Through core\, balance\, flexibility and posture-focused exercises\, participants improve their physical condition\, mobility and connection with their bodies. Rooted in the philosophy of mindful movement\, the class offers a holistic exercise experience that encourages everyday wellbeing\, body awareness and relaxation.\nMarietta Filippa \nMarietta Filippa is an experienced and certified instructor dedicated to wellness and holistic movement practices. With a deep passion for Yoga and therapeutic techniques\, she guides participants with care and mindfulness\, focusing on the connection between body\, breath and spirit. Through her classes\, she creates a safe and supportive environment where participants can release daily tension\, reconnect with themselves and rediscover their inner balance\, calmness and natural vitality. \n17:00 – Christina Pikoula – MindGamesStop sabotaging yourself and make your mindset your greatest ally. \nHow many times have you felt that\, despite wanting to move forward\, something inside keeps holding you back? In this interactive session\, participants will explore how thoughts influence decisions and outcomes\, identify patterns of self-sabotage and learn how to transform them into personal strength. Through simple exercises and practical “mind games”\, the session empowers participants to turn their mindset into a powerful ally for everyday life and personal growth. \nChristina Pikoula \nChristina Pikoula supports people in overcoming internal obstacles and unlocking their full potential. As the voice behind the Win Win Podcast\, and through her talks and sessions\, she inspires audiences to take action\, push beyond their limits and consciously create the life they envision. \n18:00 – Niki Petroulaki – Balance | Finding Balance Through Movement and Flow \nRenowned instructor Niki Petroulaki leads Balance\, a dynamic session centred on discovering harmony through movement and flow. Through a carefully designed sequence of fluid transitions and postures\, this practice both challenges and strengthens the body\, while cultivating concentration and inner stability. It is an opportunity to synchronise breath with movement\, release stress and reconnect with your centre\, leaving the session with a deep sense of harmony\, strength and mental clarity. \nNiki Petroulaki \nWith more than 25 years of experience\, Petroulaki is a physical education teacher dedicated to holistic wellbeing and physical empowerment. She is the founder of the Power House Project\, a pioneering Yoga\, Pilates and Functional Fitness studio operating as a community of experiential learning\, as well as Wellness Rituals\, a platform organising high-level wellness retreats and events in Greece and abroad. Through her ongoing training in global wellness practices\, she creates integrated experiences combining exercise\, meditation and personal transformation. \n19:00 – Thundering Cymbals – Sound Bath Experience \nThe Sound Bath Experience is a ritual-like journey beyond the boundaries of traditional music — a unique alchemy of sound that resonates directly with the soul. Through the healing vibrations of instruments such as crystal singing bowls and gongs\, participants are immersed in a “bath” of pure frequencies designed to calm the nervous system\, slow brainwave activity and release emotional blockages. \nThis deeply meditative and restorative experience offers an ideal refuge for complete physical relaxation\, mental clarity and reconnection with inner harmony. \nEnergy Healings \n\nWithin the framework of the festival\, you will have the opportunity to experience firsthand energy practices that support relaxation\, recovery\, and the overall balance of the body.\n\nPranic Healing\n\nTry a complimentary Pranic Healing session with certified therapists. A non-invasive technique that helps reduce muscle tension\, stiffness\, and strain\, while enhancing recovery and focus. A freer body. Clearer movement. Better recovery.\n\nOrgon PEMF Alignment\n\nA modern approach that combines Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields (PEMF) with energy balancing. It supports:\n• reduction of inflammation\n• tissue repair and regeneration\n• deep relaxation\n• enhancement of overall vitality\n\nIt activates the body’s natural ability to recharge and find its balance.\n\nLive the Experience\n\nDiscover how simple techniques can make an immediate difference in your body and your energy.\n\nTry it at the Festival.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/wellness-festival/2026-05-24/
LOCATION:National Garden\, Vas. Amalias 1\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 57\, Greece
CATEGORIES:FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,SPORTS & WELLNESS
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SUMMARY:Connect Athens: All Day Street Festival
DESCRIPTION:The This is Athens City Festival in collaboration with IASIS (Civil Non-Profit Organisation) and the Connect Athens Youth Centre\, through the second edition of the Connect Athens Festival\, is organising a full-day celebration on the pedestrian street of Fokionos Negri.\n\nFollowing our “Building Bridges for the Mental Health of At-Risk Youth” event on 22 May\, Connect Athens is bringing the conversation from the panels straight to the heart of the city. Under the motto #bringyourgrandma\, we’re putting theory into practice\, turning “”connection”” into a shared experience for every generation.\n\nDive into empathy-building activities and original AI workshops inspired by the memories of our elders. Catch street theatre\, global dance performances\, and an open forum featuring influencers and public figures sharing the stories that unite us. We’re wrapping things up with a massive music-and-dance party featuring multicultural bands and DJs.\n\nIt’s all about proving that mental well-being and acceptance are built within the community. When generations meet\, we create a safe\, bright space for everyone.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/connect-athens-all-day-street-festival/
LOCATION:Fokionos Negri Pedestrian Street\, 48-58 Fokionos Negri\, Athens\, 113 61\, Greece
CATEGORIES:DANCE,DJ SET,ENTERTAINMENT,FOR KIDS,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,PARTY,THEATER
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SUMMARY:Cracks in the Narrative: A Performance Walk
DESCRIPTION:The students of the Athens Conservatoire Drama School\, under the guidance of Professor Antonis Volanakis\, invite us to rediscover the city centre through a subversive new lens. The iconic Athenian Trilogy (the Academy\, the University\, and the National Library)\, the Korai 4 Memorial\, and Klafthmonos Square are no longer monuments “frozen” in time. Instead\, they awaken and find a new voice through the bodies and performances of the city’s rising talent.\n\nIn this unique urban takeover\, the traditional guided tour makes way for a performance that seeks out the “cracks” in the official story of Athens. It’s an invitation to listen to the city itself as it speaks of knowledge\, forgetting\, and the living present. Moving between these historic urban stages\, the action unfolds in the open air\, proving that history is a living pulse\, not a museum piece. \n\nStudents: Agapi Theodoridou\, Angeliki Andreadaki\, Alexandros Kavrakos\, Antonis Lymperis\, Georgianna Zouganeli\, Giannis Bariamis\, Giannis Fountas\, Zoe Tsirouki\, Kleio Christopoulou\, Lefteris Argyros\, Manos Karanikolas\, Marlen Kypriotaki\, Markella Papadimitriou\, Panagiotis Regkas\, Stella Selpesi\, Tasos Bekyros\, Filemon Adamou\, Christos Kekridis\, Christina Karakosta\, Christina Mitrousia.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/cracks-in-the-narrative-a-performance-walk/
LOCATION:Athens Trilogy\, Panepistimiou 39\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 64\, Greece
CATEGORIES:DANCE,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,THEATER
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SUMMARY:Algerian Cultural Days
DESCRIPTION:For two days\, Klafthmonos Square transforms into a vibrant crossroads of heritage\, as the Embassy of Algeria and the This is Athens City Festival invite us to experience the immense cultural wealth of Africa’s largest country. The heart of Athens will be filled with the sights\, scents\, and sounds of a tradition that is as deep and complex as it is vividly alive.\n\nVisitors will have the chance to wander through an impressive cultural showcase featuring authentic handicrafts\, exquisite Berber jewellery\, and traditional attire. The air will be thick with the aromas of Algerian cuisine\, where spices and local delicacies take centre stage. The two-day programme is rounded off with traditional music and dance\, alongside the “Study in Algeria” platform—an initiative fostering dialogue around education and research.\n\nThis is an open invitation to discover Algeria through its legendary hospitality\, its rhythms\, and its enduring traditions.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/algerian-cultural-days-2/2026-05-21/
LOCATION:Klafthmonos Square\, Klaftmonos Square\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 61\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GASTRONOMY,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260520T180000
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SUMMARY:Children & the Bee
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of World Bee Day\, the National Garden bursts into life\, colour\, and youthful imagination with a special event dedicated to nature\, care\, and the power of small wonders. The area beside the children’s playground transforms into a dreamlike apiary landscape\, ready to welcome children and parents for an evening filled with warmth\, play\, and plenty of sweetness. Children can see and touch honeycombs with their own hands\, dress up as beekeepers in protective suits\, and learn about the bees’ home—the hive—as well as the smoker tool.\n\nThe star of the evening is Chrysanthi\, the brave little bee from the new children’s book by Lazaros Karaoulis\, CEO of the City of Athens IT and Municipal Operational Units agency\, titled “Chrysanthi: The Little Bee That Brought the Spring.” This tender story serves as a wonderful starting point for a conversation about nature\, the vital importance of bees\, and the immense impact even the smallest creature can have when acting with courage and love.\n\nMeeting Point: Beside the National Garden Children’s Playground.\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/children-the-bee/
LOCATION:National Garden\, Vas. Amalias 1\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 57\, Greece
CATEGORIES:FOR KIDS,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
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SUMMARY:Algerian Cultural Days
DESCRIPTION:For two days\, Klafthmonos Square transforms into a vibrant crossroads of heritage\, as the Embassy of Algeria and the This is Athens City Festival invite us to experience the immense cultural wealth of Africa’s largest country. The heart of Athens will be filled with the sights\, scents\, and sounds of a tradition that is as deep and complex as it is vividly alive.\n\nVisitors will have the chance to wander through an impressive cultural showcase featuring authentic handicrafts\, exquisite Berber jewellery\, and traditional attire. The air will be thick with the aromas of Algerian cuisine\, where spices and local delicacies take centre stage. The two-day programme is rounded off with traditional music and dance\, alongside the “Study in Algeria” platform—an initiative fostering dialogue around education and research.\n\nThis is an open invitation to discover Algeria through its legendary hospitality\, its rhythms\, and its enduring traditions.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/algerian-cultural-days-2/2026-05-20/
LOCATION:Klafthmonos Square\, Klaftmonos Square\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 61\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GASTRONOMY,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260519T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260519T203000
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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-5/2026-05-19/
LOCATION:Eleftherias Park\, Eleftherias Park\, Athens\, Athens\, 115 21\, Greece
CATEGORIES:FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,SPORTS & WELLNESS
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260519T183000
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SUMMARY:Guided Tour at the National Museum of Contemporary Art (EMST)
DESCRIPTION:The This is Athens City Festival is serving up a back-to-back cultural double bill at the National Museum of Contemporary Art (EMST). One booking gets you into two consecutive guided tours\, exploring the legacies of two Greek artists who put their personal seal on modernist art.\n\n17:00 | Jani Christou: Enantiodromia\nCurator Kostis Zouliatis introduces the avant-garde world of Jannis Christou (1926–1970). Conceived as a “living score\,” this exhibition unveils the artist’s archive for the first time. Featuring bespoke sound design and rare materials\, from scores to philosophical texts\, it reveals a “sonic philosopher” who turned ritual and myth into groundbreaking art.\n\n18:00 | Ode to Things: Niki Kanagini (Retrospective)\nThe journey continues with curator Tina Pandi and a fresh look at the work of Niki Kanagini (1933–2008). Inspired by Pablo Neruda\, this retrospective explores the “microcosm” of everyday objects as vessels for memory. From large-scale tapestries to participatory installations\, you’ll discover the gendered experience and visual poetry of one of Greece’s most significant post-war women artists.\n\nMeeting Point: Foyer\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/guided-tour-at-the-national-museum-of-contemporary-art-emst-2/
LOCATION:National Museum of Contemporary Art\, National Museum of Contemporary Art Αthens (ΕΜΣΤ)\, Athens\, Athens\, 117 43\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,MUSEUM,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260518T230000
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SUMMARY:Midnight Express: '80s Night Out
DESCRIPTION: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 pure pleasure of the big screen. \nFor this edition\, Midnight Express steps out of dark theatres and into the open\, bringing the magic of cinema to the This is Athens City Festival. \nProgramme: \n11/05: Out of Africa\, Sydney Pollack\, 198518/05: Labyrinth\, Jim Henson\, 198625/05: Big Trouble in Little China\, John Carpenter\, 1986
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/midnight-express-80s-night-out/2026-05-18/
LOCATION:Plato’s Academy Park\, Monastiriou 138\, Athens\, Athens\, 104 42\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CINEMA,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260518T203000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260518T230000
DTSTAMP:20260624T180810
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SUMMARY:Billie Kark 2026
DESCRIPTION:Billie Kark\, one of the most fresh and multifaceted figures on the contemporary Athenian music scene\, returns to the This is Athens City Festival with a live performance that promises to once again draw us into her distinctive world. A creator\, performer and DJ\, Billie balances electronic music with sonic memories of tradition in a unique way\, composing a universe where experimentation\, intensity and a sense of ritual coexist with complete naturalness.\n\nThis year\, she brings her distinctive sound to Dexamenis Square\, a location that feels made for her music. From techno rhythms to melodies inspired by nature\, myth and the primal element\, Billie Kark creates an atmosphere that looks both towards the future and towards our deepest roots.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/billie-kark-2026-2/
LOCATION:Dexameni Square\, Dexameni Square\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 73\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CONCERT,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260518T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260518T203000
DTSTAMP:20260624T180810
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SUMMARY:Fairytales with Babis Bourekas
DESCRIPTION:Once Upon a Time\, Animals Could Speak… \n\nThere was once a time when animals had their own voice and wrote their own stories! Through folk tales and myths from Greece and around the world\, heroes with fur and whiskers\, scales\, beaks and wings come to life and draw us into their fascinating world. Join us to listen to their secrets and share in their wisdom. Children and adults become one group\, singing\, solving riddles\, and rediscovering nature through words and imagination. A joyful experience full of humour and lessons\, reminding us that\, in the end\, we have much to learn from our animal friends! \n\nMusic–Song: Leda Xydia (kanun)\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek. 
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/fairytales-with-babis-bourekas-2/
LOCATION:Attiki Square\, Attiki Square\, Athens\, Athens\, 104 40\, Greece
CATEGORIES:FOR KIDS,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260517T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260517T230000
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SUMMARY:Athens Pride Street Party
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWith flowers as symbols of resilience and diversity\, we reclaim public space and celebrate freedom of expression against the city’s grey backdrop. From 19:00 to 23:00\, a dynamic line-up brings everyone together on a dancefloor without exclusions: \nDJ Sets: KIMON\, KRONT\, MIRELLA KAPPA\, TZINALive Shows: Aphrodite HGW & LéonaSounds: House\, pop\, dancehall\, reggaeton\, afrobeats and global club music \n*Ableism\, ageism\, body shaming\, homophobia\, misogyny\, racism\, sexism\, transphobia\, and the stigmatisation of any form of sexual freedom\, expression and self-determination\, as well as patriarchy\, have no place in our events. If you witness any such behaviour or action\, please contact Athens Pride or members of staff wearing designated badges. Please note that audiovisual material (video and photography) will be recorded during the event and may be published on the official Athens Pride communication channels.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/athens-pride-street-party/
LOCATION:Klafthmonos Square\, Klaftmonos Square\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 61\, Greece
CATEGORIES:DJ SET,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,PARTY
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260517T230000
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SUMMARY:Innersense pres. LTJ Bukem LIVE & Junior SP
DESCRIPTION: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 brings Bukem’s trailiblazing blend and precision to a city ready to vibrate.\nExpect a masterclass in sonic world-building: lightning-fast breakbeats anchored by ambient textures and a spiritual freedom that only a true pioneer can command. This isn’t just a night for the dancefloor; it’s a full-body immersion into the sophisticated side of rave culture. It’s about feeling the sub-bass in your chest while your head stays firmly in the clouds.\n\nJoining the icon is Junior SP.\, a cornerstone of the Greek urban scene since ’92. As the driving force behind Innersense Productions\, he’s spent three decades shaping the country’s bass DNA. Having shared stages with everyone from The Prodigy to Wu-Tang Clan\, his set promises the kind of raw authenticity and veteran energy that only a true architect of the local scene can deliver.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/innersense-pres-ltj-bukem-live-junior-sp/
LOCATION:Theseus Square\, Athens\, 118 51\, Greece
CATEGORIES:DJ SET,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,PARTY
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260517T203000
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SUMMARY:Fairytales with Babis Bourekas
DESCRIPTION:Do heroes get scared?\n\nFolk 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. Fortune favours the brave\, and humour can unlock even the hardest of hearts.\n\nIn an age filled with passive images\, live storytelling and music work differently: they activate the imagination and invite us all to become one big\, engaged community. Join us to discover how intelligence and determination can achieve anything!\n\nMusic: Leda Xydia\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek. 
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/fairytales-with-babis-bourekas/
LOCATION:Dourouti Square\, Dourouti Square\, Athens\, 104 36\, Greece
CATEGORIES:FOR KIDS,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260517T203000
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SUMMARY:Piano City Athens: Every Me and Every You
DESCRIPTION: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 forms of expression. Professional soloists\, students and musicians with disabilities share the same stage\, building a bridge between the “I” and the “you” in order to arrive at the essential and precious “we.” \nThe evening begins at 18:30 with a 40-minute performance by the Orchestra\, Music Therapy Group and Choir of E.K.E.I.M. Under the coordination of Michalis Tobler\, Sofia Latsinou and Anna Dakourou Tofalou\, the ensemble combines guitars\, flute\, hand chimes and voices\, accompanied on piano by Nektaria Linaraki\, a student musician with disabilities. \nAt 19:10\, the programme continues with a high-level piano and vocal recital. A distinguished group of soloists\, including Dimitris Chrysanthakopoulos\, Alexandros Makris\, Giorgos Chatzis\, Vasiliki Manika\, Giorgos Gavriil\, Nefeli Manou and Kostas Barkas\, presents a multidimensional repertoire ranging from French Impressionism and the Western classical tradition to contemporary Greek song and Mediterranean musical memory. \nA deeply moving artistic collaboration without barriers\, ready to flood the heart of springtime Athens with light.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/piano-city-athens-every-me-and-every-you/
LOCATION:Mitropoleos Square\, Mitropoleos Square\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 63\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CONCERT,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260517T230000
DTSTAMP:20260624T180810
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SUMMARY:Feidiou Street Takeover
DESCRIPTION: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 the night.\n\nThe musical journey begins with a hybrid set from Harris Kousos and Angelos Aggelou\, wedding electronic sounds with live instruments. Berlin’s Hara Katsiki takes over next with a nostalgic trip through Italo and space disco rhythms. As the night unfolds\, the action spills into dedicated stages.\n\nOn the “Don’t Be a Dick” main stage\, Bill Selfer and Alex Deris appear\, while in the well-known and beloved “toilet room\,” Luka from Berlin promises an explosive set to raise the intensity. At Mousiko Kafeneio\, Roubini Stagouraki presents a special programme bridging the Greek and international scenes\, while at Frau\, Enke F completes the line-up with his own distinct sound.\n\nWith the motto “Come early and stay late\,” Feidiou invites us to get lost in a multi-dimensional experience that unites music and communities in one of the centre’s most beautiful narrow lanes.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/feidiou-street-takeover/
LOCATION:Feidiou Street\, Feidiou Street\, Αθήνα\, 106 78\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CONCERT,DJ SET,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE,GASTRONOMY,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,PARTY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260517T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260517T230000
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SUMMARY:Athens Cocktails at the Japanese Park
DESCRIPTION:Athens Cocktails returns\, bringing with it all the elements that have established it as a seasonal highlight: world-class mixology\, adventurous flavours\, and a soundtrack that sets the mood from the very first beat. This year\, the event takes over one of the city’s most Zen locations\, the Japanese Garden\, creating a sanctuary that feels worlds away while remaining in the very heart of Athens.\n\nSet against the garden’s exotic\, and tranquil backdrop\, leading mixologists will showcase signature cocktails that turn a simple drink into a reason for connection\, relaxation\, and celebration. As the music dictates the rhythm and the sunset completes the scene\, the evening takes on an effortless cosmopolitan flair. This is a spring outing that perfectly blends taste\, atmosphere\, and urban finesse\, ideal for those looking to discover a more surprising side of the city centre.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/athens-cocktails-japanese-park/
LOCATION:Japanese Park of Athens\, Niriidon 12\, Athens\, Athens\, 116 34\, Greece
CATEGORIES:DJ SET,GASTRONOMY,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260517T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260517T230000
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SUMMARY:E=MC²
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nThere’s no ego\, no entry fee\, and no competition\, just pure culture. The square is set to ignite with heavy beats\, live bars\, and spontaneous ciphers as DJs\, beatboxers\, MCs\, and breakin’ crews set the pace. This is hip-hop at its purest: a tool for expression\, a bridge for connection\, and a platform for everyone to be heard.\n\nConsider this your open invite to catch the vibe\, meet the fam\, and witness the electric energy of a square that stands for the diversity and unifying power of Athens.\n\n\nSessions:\n\n18:00 – 19:00: B-bop aka Digga – Cookin’ in da Square. Strictly Vinyl Set.\n\n19:00 – 20:00: Dj Beatstrike – Chessboard Cypher.\n\n20:00 – 20:45: Dj Beatstrike & Top Rock Bunch – Feeling James Vol.5. Get the funk up!\n\n20:45 – 21:15: Dj Beatstrike – Rocking Apache Line. Only the real ones survive.\n\n21:15 – 21:30: BeatboxGreece – Bite That Mic.\n\n21:30 – 23:00: Dj MarWax – Boombox Session. Old school grooves party time!\n\nHosts: Cameelloco Unbreakable & Loyal T
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/emc%c2%b2/
LOCATION:Amerikis Square\, Patission 167\, Athens\, Athens\, 112 52\, Greece
CATEGORIES:DJ SET,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260517T190000
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SUMMARY:Historical Walk Around the National Archaeological Museum
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nThe route begins in the days when the Museum’s grounds were nothing more than a vineyard\, continues through the period when the area served as a club for Bavarian soldiers\, and reaches the construction of what would become the largest museum of the ancient world.\n\nParticipants will discover the adventures of an entire nation through the stories surrounding the building itself: from the dramatic concealment of antiquities on the eve of World War II and the Museum’s role in the Greek Resistance\, to the events of the Polytechnic uprising. A walk that reveals the Museum not only as a repository of ancient treasures\, but also as a living witness to modern Greek history and the social transformations that shaped contemporary Athens.\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/historical-walk-around-the-national-archaeological-museum/
LOCATION:National Archaeological Museum\, Patission 44\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 82\, Greece
CATEGORIES:FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,TOUR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260517T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260517T190000
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SUMMARY:A Walk through Rizokastro & Anafiotika
DESCRIPTION: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 layers of time remain vividly visible.\n\nGuided by surviving monuments\, the ghosts of lost buildings\, and the hidden details we usually overlook\, this walk attempts to reconstruct a different Athens\, but certainly not a lost one. Even those who believe they know Plaka inside out will have the chance to see it through a fresh lens where myth\, legend\, and topography collide. It is an experience that bridges academic insight with the evocative\, nostalgic power of our capital’s most authentic neighbourhood.\n\nMeeting Point: Acropolis Metro Station\, Makriyianni exit. \n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/a-walk-through-rizokastro-anafiotika-2/
LOCATION:Acropolis Metro Station\, Makrygianni 9\, Athens\, Athens\, 117 42\, Greece
CATEGORIES:FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,TOUR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260517T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260517T200000
DTSTAMP:20260624T180810
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SUMMARY:Fun Vibes Family Festival
DESCRIPTION:One of the city’s most beautiful green lungs is being transformed into a massive playground for a day. As part of the This is Athens City Festival\, Rizari Park is hosting an all-day fest dedicated to kids\, families\, and the pure joy of getting active.\n\nThink of it as the ultimate outdoor reset. Through a mix of sports\, games\, and creative activities\, this is a chance for families to bond away from the glow of their screens. Whether you’re competing in team games or trying out new wellness activities\, the focus is on teamwork\, well-being\, and all-around joy.\n\nIt’s the perfect excuse to grab the trainers\, round up the kids\, and head to the park for a day of fresh air and high energy. In a city as bustling as Athens\, this is a rare moment to slow down (or speed up!) and reconnect with nature and each other through play.\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/fun-vibes-family-festival/
LOCATION:Rizari Park\, Rizari 5\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 76\, Greece
CATEGORIES:DJ SET,ENTERTAINMENT,FOR KIDS,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,SPORTS & WELLNESS,THEATER
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260517T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260517T130000
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SUMMARY:“In the Footsteps of the Philhellenes” – Walking Tours with Guided Commentary in the Heart of Athens
DESCRIPTION: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 that includes:\n\n 	The Russian Church and the Anglican Church (where the remains of Frank Abney Hastings are kept).\n 	Historic Plaka\, the Church Residence\, the Finley Residence\, and the Hill School.\n 	Stops at the statue of Lord Byron\, the bust of Jean-Gabriel Eynard\, and the Monument of Lysicrates.\n 	References to the sieges of the Acropolis.\n\nMeeting point: Rallou Manou Square\, at the Russian Church of Athens (Syntagma)\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek. 
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/in-the-footsteps-of-the-philhellenes-walking-tours-with-guided-commentary-in-the-heart-of-athens-2/
LOCATION:Rallou Manous Square\, Rallous Manou Square\, Athens\, 105 57\, Greece
CATEGORIES:FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,TOUR
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SUMMARY:From Lecture Halls to the Streets: Landmarks of Student Movements in Athens
DESCRIPTION:This distinctive walking tour invites you to discover Athens through the lens of its student movements. The city is defined not just by its architecture\, but by the radical demands born within those walls that spilled out into the streets\, shaping modern Greek democracy.\n\nFrom the historic University building on Panepistimiou Street to the Polytechnic on Patision Street\, we’ll explore the squares and meeting spots that became hubs of protest and dialogue. These landmarks are tied to collective memory and the unstoppable momentum of youth.\n\nThe tour presents Athens as a living space of political and social exchange\, bridging the gap between university lecture halls and the dynamic energy of the public sphere.\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/from-lecture-halls-to-the-streets-landmarks-of-student-movements-in-athens/
LOCATION:School of Law: National and Kapodistrian University of Athens\, 57 Solonos\, Athens\, 106 79\, Greece
CATEGORIES:FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,TOUR
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SUMMARY:Deer Islnd
DESCRIPTION:In one of Athens’ most atmospheric spots\, the Dora Stratou Theater\, where history intersects with contemporary dance music\, Deer Islnd promises a night fueled by rhythm and the authentic vibe of a close-knit crew. Prepare to be swept away by a musical experience that dissolves the borders between sunset beats and the deep down city\, all under the shadow of the Acropolis.\n\nDeer Islnd was born from a group of friends who met on an island\, shared a deep passion for electronic music\, and decided to bring that coastal energy back to the capital. Years later\, they’ve left an indelible mark on the Athenian club scene\, counting one successful event after another.\n\nWith the legendary VW van as their emblem\, rather than a deer\, as many mistakenly assume\, the team takes over the Dora Stratou Theater\, adding another epic milestone to their party map.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/deer-islnd/
LOCATION:Dora Stratou Theatre\, 33 Arakinthou\, Filopappou Hill\, Athens\, 117 41\, Greece
CATEGORIES:DJ SET,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,PARTY
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SUMMARY:Gathering of the Cultural Associations of Thessaly and Agrafa
DESCRIPTION:Agios Thomas Square turns into an arena dedicated to the enduring power of Greek tradition. The This is Athens City Festival 2026 celebrates the living heart of the Greek provinces with a grand Gathering of the Cultural Associations of Thessaly and Agrafa. This event brings together the proud heritage of the central plains and the untamed peaks of the Pindus mountains\, offering a powerful display of music\, dance\, and local identity.\n\nFrom the steady\, rhythmic steps of the Thessalian plains to the spirited\, soaring dances of the Agrafian highlands\, this gathering is a testament to an unbroken cultural lineage. Dressed in authentic traditional attire where every stitch tells a story of its own\, performers from across the region will unite to share their collective memory. It is a vibrant invitation to witness the soul of the Greek countryside: a world of polyphonic songs\, traditional instruments\, and the timeless bond of the Gathering.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/gathering-of-the-cultural-associations-of-thessaly-and-agrafa/
LOCATION:Agios Thomas Square\, Mikras Asias 69\, Athens\, Athens\, 115 27\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CONCERT,DANCE,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,TRADITION
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260516T230000
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SUMMARY:Imamu
DESCRIPTION:Imamu is more than just a series of music events; it is an experience that treats nightlife as a contemporary ritual. Drawing its name from the concept of the “spiritual leader\,” the project creates an environment where rhythm\, atmosphere\, and emotional intensity collide\, transforming the dancefloor into a space for connection and release.\n\nYou are invited to surrender to a night that breaks away from standard club formats to make room for a truly immersive musical experience. Guided by melodic techno and a sound enriched with atmospheric indie vocals and earthy Afro-house shades\, Imamu crafts a setting that is both deeply sensory and welcoming. It is the perfect destination for those who love music that builds atmosphere and draws you in without haste. Under the Athenian sky\, rhythm becomes a universal language\, and the night takes on the character of a collective experience that stays with you long after the final track.\n\n 
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/imamu/
LOCATION:Klafthmonos Square\, Klaftmonos Square\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 61\, Greece
CATEGORIES:DJ SET,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,PARTY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260516T173000
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SUMMARY:Irie Action Soundsystem & Friends
DESCRIPTION:When Irie Action sets up its handcrafted boxes\, the city stops being heard and starts to vibrate. For the first time\, the This is Athens City Festival lets the sub-bass take control\, bringing an authentic street session right where the pulse of the city beats. Forget conventional stages. The sound system is the main act. Roots rhythms\, heavy dub selections\, and the analogue warmth of a stack built to be felt in your chest before it reaches your ears. An afternoon dedicated to sound system culture\, with heavyweight vibes and the power of a community coming together through rhythm\, with selections by Irie Sound System\, Atiko Minus Project and Black Athena. Strictly roots & dub\, no compromise.\n\n 
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/irie-action-soundsystem-friends/
LOCATION:Theseus Square\, Athens\, 118 51\, Greece
CATEGORIES:DJ SET,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,PARTY
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SUMMARY:The First Cemetery of Athens: An Open-Air Sculpture Gallery 1
DESCRIPTION:“The Athens Cemetery encompasses the entire movement of modern sculpture.” With these words\, the great sculptor Thomas Thomopoulos captured the unique essence of the First Cemetery of Athens over a century ago. \n\nAs part of the This is Athens City Festival 2026\, archaeologist and certified guide Michalis Giohalas will lead us through this extraordinary open-air museum\, where art\, history\, and memory are inextricably linked. From the illustrious names of modern Greek sculpture to the poignant human stories behind every grave\, this guided tour is a captivating journey through time. You will discover the hidden facets of funerary art and the very human passions that inspired it. The thirst for legacy\, fierce artistic rivalries\, and the unrequited loves that remain eternally etched in marble. It is a rare\, reflective path of high aesthetics that invites you to uncover the history of Athens through the silent yet imposing presence of its most beautiful monuments.\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/the-first-cemetery-of-athens-an-open-air-sculpture-gallery-1/
LOCATION:First Cemetery of Athens\, Logginou 3\, Athens\, Athens\, 116 36\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,TOUR
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