Enteka Athens, in collaboration with Three Cents, transforms Agion Asomaton Square in Thissio into a large open-air dancefloor. The sound of vinyl takes over the street, offering a distinctive listening session that moves from the house energy of Honestly, Nevermind to the African pulse of African Giant and the raw street aesthetic of Devi Tirar
Marking its fifth year with a great collaboration with Onassis Stegi, we offer an encounter with one of the season’s most keenly discussed artistic propositions. At its centre is Tilda Swinton, a figure who has long moved with deliberate, almost defiant ease between cinema, fashion, and the visual arts, each appearance less a performance than
On the fringes of Patisia, where the urban density gives way to a different architectural rhythm and a quieter Athenian breath, the City of Athens Festival invites us to discover the Kypriadou district. Guided by Dr. Iordanis Papadopoulos, this walk unravels the history of a model neighbourhood, Athens’ original "garden city" that set the blueprint
Now, silence… and all ears! Folk tales from the oral traditions of Greece and around the world form a precious mosaic of human experience. These are stories not written on paper, but shaped from mouth to mouth, travelling through the centuries to reach us today, carrying with them the fears, hopes and dreams of entire
The ecstatic impulse of Cretan tradition strikes the heart of Athens as Plato’s Academy Park transforms into the stage for an authentic feast filled with intensity, passion, and pride. As part of the This is Athens City Festival 2026, Vassilis Skoulas, one of Crete’s most iconic and stoic voices, is joined by a world-class ensemble
EMST – National Museum of Contemporary Art Athens opens its doors from morning until late afternoon, inviting the city’s residents and visitors to a major celebration of contemporary art with free admission. It is a unique opportunity for culture lovers to explore both the museum’s permanent collections and its current temporary exhibitions, discovering outstanding works
For one night only, the tranquil Pagrati Grove sheds its quiet daily routine to become the city’s most vibrant open-air dancefloor. Sfera 102.2 welcomes Marseaux for an explosive live set, bringing cutting-edge urban pop culture into the lush, green heart of Athens. Against a backdrop of towering pines and the familiar energy of the neighbourhood,
Athens Photo World is transforming the fence running around the National Garden into a stunning open-air gallery dedicated to the "king of sports." This exhibition presents 50 iconic photographs from the historic archives of the Associated Press, offering a fascinating journey through the evolution of the World Cup, from the very first whistle in Uruguay
For the seventh consecutive year, Athens Photo World returns to the perimeter of the Megaron Athens Concert Hall transforming it into a street gallery, showing a different and deeply personal perspective on Greek identity. As part of the This is Athens City Festival 2026, this year’s exhibition features 13 selected photographs from the broader work
Rizari Park is transforming into the quietest, yet most radiant, spot in the city. Think of it as a lush green sanctuary right in the heart of Athens, where time seems to slow down and the city’s daily hum just fades away behind the trees. As part of the This is Athens City Festival, our
The Kotsanas Museum of Ancient Greek Technology offers a themed experience showcasing the wonders of Ancient Greek tech. The journey kicks off with the construction secrets of the Parthenon, stops by the impressive ancient automata (the world's first robots!), and peaks with the Antikythera Mechanism, arguably humanity’s very first computer. You’ll discover how Archimedes’ inventions
The Museum of School Life and Education of EKEDISY joins forces with OPANDA and the Museum of Greek Folk Art and Tradition “Angeliki Hatzimichali” for a collaborative event titled “Let’s Go to the Square”. Together, they revive the nostalgic atmosphere of old Athens, inviting children and adults alike to take part in an open and
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