"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. As part of the This is Athens City Festival 2026, archaeologist and certified guide Michalis Giohalas will lead us through this extraordinary open-air
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.
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. You are
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
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,
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. From the historic University building on Panepistimiou Street to the Polytechnic
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
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. Think of it as the ultimate outdoor reset. Through a
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
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
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