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
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”.
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
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
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
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
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, synchronising body and emotion in the “here and now”.
This is Athens City Festival, in collaboration with the Embassy of Estonia, invites you to a masterclass in vocal precision. with the world-renowned FLORA Chamber Choir. Founded in 1989 by a group of passionate young vocalists, FLORA has spent 37 years evolving into a vibrant musical family of 35 members. It’s a rare ensemble where
Seeing Caribou perform in a historic setting in the heart of Monastiraki is one of the most intimate festival highlights for electronic music fans. The This is Athens City Festival is bringing a global heavyweight to the heart of Monastiraki. Abyssinia Square, famously known as the Sunday home of the city's big flea market antiques,
Recycling through stories (followed by a painting workshop using brown recycling bins!) The Stone Soup: When three hungry and poor travellers arrive in a village, they go from door to door asking for a little food, but no one gives them anything. Everyone is shut inside their homes and unwilling to share anything with others.
The This is Athens City Festival invites you on a fascinating historical stroll through the neighbourhoods that shaped our city’s urban soul. Led by Dr. Iordanis Papadopoulos, this walk takes us from the bustling corners of Havteia and Omonia down to 3rd September Street, Patission, and the leafy Fokionos Negri. It will shape into a
It doesn't take much to create an unforgettable night: just a love for music, a desire to dance, and a brave dose of extroversion. That’s the philosophy behind Tropical Party Athens, which returns for the This is Athens City Festival 2026 to remind us that, with the right rhythm, the city can feel like summer
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