Who says painting is just for paper? Bring on the colour and sparkle! Children’s faces become miniature artistic canvases on Athinas Street. Using safe, hypoallergenic paints, kids can choose their favourite characters, mythical creatures, animals or vibrant patterns. Featuring face painting and eco-glitter tattoos, this activity adds an extra touch of sparkle and fun to
Ready to build, create, and let your imagination run wild? Athinas Street comes alive with creative energy during a craft workshop dedicated to the humble bicycle. At dedicated crafting tables, children can build their own miniature bike models. Guided by workshop leaders, kids can assemble and paint single or tandem bicycles using a variety of
The street becomes a colourful stage, coming alive with quirky bicycles, giant balls, stilts, ropes and all kinds of unusual “means of transportation” that seem to defy gravity! Four professional circus artists take to the streets, transporting children and adults alike into a world of colour, humour, acrobatics and surprises. With their vibrant costumes, joyful
Who said recycling can't be the ultimate secret mission? As part of the This is Athens City Festival and World Car-Free Day, the the City of Athens Department of Cleanliness and Recycling jumps into action with interactive, hands-on activities that blend creativity, play, and eco-awareness! On Sunday, September 20, Athinas Street hosts two interactive stations
Running out of battery? The solution is right at your feet! Athinas Street is hosting a smart, eco-friendly power station that lets you turn your own muscle power into electricity. Take a seat, adjust the height, plug in your device and start pedalling! While your phone charges, a free live app shows you the calories
"How do we turn safely? What does that road sign mean?" Join the pop-up training ground for the city’s future cyclists. A specially designed 300 sq m miniature city awaits children aged 4 to 11 for an educational bike ride with a twist. Young cyclists navigate a miniature street filled with traffic signs, learning essential
On Athinas Street, you spin for your very own piece of art! A custom-designed bike, with its rear wheel spinning a disc of paint, creates unique, colourful compositions on A4 paper. Both young and old are welcome to try it out, experiment, and take home their own piece of art as a memento of this
Because sustainable mobility is for all ages! Athinas Street is rolling out a safe, dedicated zone for children aged 2 to 4, where little ones can enjoy their very first ride on two wheels through fun, playful activities. With specialised balance bikes, young riders can practise their balance, build confidence and discover the joy of
Expert instructors from Ministry of Concrete will be on hand to guide beginners and seasoned riders alike, helping everyone build confidence and hone their skills on wheels. Balance techniques, core moves, safety tips and open practice sessions come together on one of the city’s main avenues car-free for 24 hours, giving everyone maximum space to
Athinas Street becomes an open-air fitness playground, with fun and creative sessions designed for every fitness level. Come move, sweat, laugh, and enjoy being active together, in a space where everyone is welcome and taking part matters more than setting personal bests. 11:30: Cross Training with Angelos Chondros and Louiza 12:30: Pilates & Fun with
The "Theatre of the Day" team invites our young friends to a hilarious, action-packed adventure full of creative expression on Athinas Street. Right in the heart of the modern Athenian “labyrinth”, a bizarre visitor suddenly lands in the middle of the road. An alien meets the local children, sparking a wild game of imagination as
As part of the This is Athens City Festival and the Car-free Athinas Street initiative, the Ellinikos 93.2 radio brings Papazó’s viral TikTok phenomenon, the “Papazó Balcony,” out of the screen and onto one of the most iconic streets of Athens! On Sunday, 20 September at 18:00, the city’s historic thoroughfare leaves the traffic behind
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