The exhibition "1945: The End of the War" invites us on an immersive journey through the landmark year that sealed global history. The result of months of research in Greek and international archives, the exhibition illuminates the dramatic contrasts of those twelve months: from the horror and revelation of Nazi barbarity in the concentration camps
As part of the This is Athens City Festival, the War Museum opens its collections and invites us on a journey through Greece’s military history and cultural heritage. Through specially designed thematic tours, visitors will have the opportunity to discover iconic exhibits and lesser-known narratives that shed light on the Greek past. The activity is
Proud to be hosting a cross-art collaboration that unites the spoken word, sound, and visual imagery. Composer and guitarist Paris Paraschopoulos presents his new album, "Exercises in Unknown Dreams", setting the poems of contemporary Greek creators to music. The evocative voice of Anni Onoufriou brings these lyrics to life, but the evening offers an extra
_&Beyond makes a dynamic comeback to the city center, transforming Mikis Theodorakis Park into an open-air, all-day, spring dancefloor. In collaboration with the This Is Athens City Festival, we create a festive gathering where the urban landscape meets the greenery, and music becomes the focal point for Athens' contemporary creative community. From noon till night,
"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
The unstoppable energy of South Korea lands in Athens for K-Wave Night 2026, an electric celebration of the K-pop culture that has taken the planet by storm. In collaboration with the Embassy of the Republic of Korea, the This is Athens City Festival hosts an evening of world-class dance, raw talent, and the neon-lit pulse
The This is Athens City Festival 2026 welcomes the 7th Agatha Crime Fiction Festival, the annual literary rendezvous that transforms Athens into a gripping mystery set. The intrigue kicks off on 5 May with a series of pre-festival pop-ups, culminating in a high-stakes three-day takeover of the War Museum on 15, 16, and 17 May.
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,
As part of the This is Athens City Festival, the War Museum opens its collections and invites us on a journey through Greece’s military history and cultural heritage. Through specially designed thematic tours, visitors will have the opportunity to discover iconic exhibits and lesser-known narratives that shed light on the Greek past. The activity is
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