ATHENS DEEJAY and its creator Michalis Tsaousopoulos celebrate 25 years of continuous pioneering presence on the airwaves, 25 years of entertainment, countless music tracks, happy listeners, and wild parties. ATHENS DEEJAY is one of the country's leading radio stations. It is certainly one with a huge influence, and at its helm is one of the
The farewell of the 2025 City of Athens Festival couldn’t be anything less than big. A powerful, open-air finale. The biggest street party not just in the Festival’s history — but in the city’s. An event bound to become talk of the town. One that will turn one of Athens’ main thoroughfares into a massive
As the vinyl crates are opened, the iconic sounds of the ‘70s and ‘80s infuse the city, transporting you back to the golden age of legendary club nights. Behind the decks, the inimitable Nicola Lavacca, Athens' foremost collector and DJ, delivers an unparalleled tribute to the authentic disco era. It's a relentless chase for the
It’s a small street with a big creative heart. The traditional Protogenous Street will once more light up for a two-night musical adventure, transforming into a buzzing hotspot of music and imagination. DJ sets fire up the first night (Dec 20th), while rising alternative bands take the reins on the next (Dec 21st). Expect happenings,
Dance at the edge of the city, as Lambrini transforms into a one-night-only dance stage this festive season. ENTEKΑ Athens is hosting a massive, electrifying bash in this vibrant Athenian neighbourhood, bringing together some of the city’s most energetic DJs and producers to keep the beats blazing and the crowd dancing all night long. With
One of Athens’ most iconic squares transforms into the city’s biggest dance floor on the day before New Year’s Eve. Right in front of City Hall, it’s the ultimate farewell to the year gone by! Top promoters, DJs, and street sounds come together for a night of epic proportions. When Street Outdoors Soundsystem, Yucatan, Deerislnd,
Protogenous Street is a living example of the art of Athenian transformation, going from a narrow, downtown commercial lane into the ultimate destination for the city's coolest subcultures. There’s something for everyone here: from niche record stores and skate shops to quirky hair salons, vintage furniture, and street food you won't forget. It’s a place
Two of the city’s most formidable promoters, FOR303, 88 Butterfly and MadeOfSounds, are joining forces for a one-off, one-of-a-kind afternoon. They’re staging a rhythmic takeover of the iconic Zappeion Megaron courtyard, flipping one of Athens’ most stately landmarks into a world-class outdoor club. At the helm is a global special guest from the electronic A-list,
The grand comeback of Varvakios Market arrives with a disruptive transformation. The This is Athens City Festival 2026 invites us into a setting reminiscent of Blade Runner. Starting at 18:00, Stefanos Konstantinidis’ FONOPTIKON project lands in Athens’ central market, presenting a live audiovisual experience where beats and visuals electrify the venue’s traditional aura. In a
The annual Gyzi Street Party returns to Gyzi Square as part of the This is Athens City Festival 2026, proving that the city’s alternative culture beats loudest in the heart of its local neighbourhoods. One of the centre’s most authentic, yet "hidden gem" squares, transforms into a high-octane open-air club. Here, electronic music acts as
Yucatan meets Sensory Production for an extraordinary night on the Jacaranda path at Zappeion, one of spring’s most cinematic locations in Athens. Beneath the canopy of blooming purple trees, these two creative powerhouses are setting up an open-air club that blends cutting-edge electronic sounds with a meticulously crafted aesthetic. The setting, the season, and the
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
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