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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250518T110000
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SUMMARY:130 Years of the Association of Athenians – Guided Tour of the Athens Museum
DESCRIPTION:This activity is only available in Greek.\nCelebrate International Museum Day with a Free Guided Tour of the Association of Athenians and the Athens MuseumStep inside the “Athens Museum” for a journey through two centuries of the city’s history\, told through family heirlooms and donations from the very people who helped shape Athens. From 19th-century urban life to 20th-century milestones\, the museum’s collections reflect the changing face of the capital. \nThe tour also includes a visit to the historic “Association of Athenians\,” celebrating 130 years of civic engagement and cultural preservation. \nThe guided tour will be led by Elena Gkotsina\, museum curator at the Athens Museum.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/130-years-association-athenians-guided-tour-athens-museum/
LOCATION:Association of the Athenians\, Kekropos 10\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 58\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,MUSEUM,TOUR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250518T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250518T123000
DTSTAMP:20260421T132359
CREATED:20250407T113919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T124158Z
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SUMMARY:Timothea at the City Dionysia
DESCRIPTION:This activity is only available in Greek.\n\nAn educational activity for primary school children\, inspired by an inscription at the Epigraphic Museum featuring two decrees of the Athenian Assembly (Ekklesia tou Demou). The session will be led by the museum’s archaeologist and visual artist as part of the celebrations for International Museum Day.\n\nThe activity is suitable for children aged 7–11.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/timothea-at-city-dionysia-5/
LOCATION:Epigraphic Museum\, Tositsa 1\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 82\, Greece
CATEGORIES:FOR KIDS,FREE,MUSEUM
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250518T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250518T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T132359
CREATED:20250403T134817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T150053Z
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SUMMARY:A Day at the Alekos Fassianos Museum
DESCRIPTION:On the occasion of International Museum Day\, the Alekos Fassianos Museum offers free admission to the residents and visitors of the city. The exhibition aims to introduce the breadth of Alekos Fassianos’ work\, featuring pieces from 1954 until the end of the artist’s life. \n\nThe exhibition includes early works from the 1960s\, showcasing his abstract style from his early years in Paris\, works influenced by Byzantine art\, collages\, mixed media\, as well as both less-known and widely recognized paintings that capture Fassianos’ distinctive touch. The Myth of His Neighborhood unfolds through works that depict images and experiences from his childhood in Agios Pavlos\, the neighborhood where he grew up\, and his wanderings through Athens. Heroes from his childhood intertwine with figures from Greek mythology\, creating the timeless hero—the human being. Beyond the paintings\, the exhibition also aims to highlight Fassianos’ multifaceted personality by showcasing handmade objects\, furniture\, lighting\, as well as texts he wrote\, books he illustrated\, and a rich archival collection of his involvement in set design and costume design for Aristophanes’ comedies and Eugène Ionesco’s plays. \n\nThe exhibition is displayed within a handcrafted architectural creation by Kyriakos Krokos\, where every detail\, from the door knobs to the cupboard handles\, the nails in the mirrors\, to the frescoes and mosaic floors\, is curated by Fassianos himself. The Alekos Fassianos Museum holds significant importance for the contemporary artistic and architectural map of Athens\, being one of the few museums in the world where the collaboration between the artist and architect fosters a dialogue between the works and the space that houses them.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/a-day-at-the-alekos-fassianos-museum/
LOCATION:Alekos Fassianos Museum\, Neofytou Metaxa 15\, Athens\, Athens\, 104 39\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,MUSEUM
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250518T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250518T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T132359
CREATED:20250507T105556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T115747Z
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SUMMARY:The Stones Speak
DESCRIPTION:This activity is only available in Greek.\n\nScreening of Three Educational Documentaries A screening of three experiential teaching documentaries that use inscriptions displayed at the Museum as a starting point to narrate and dramatise significant events in ancient Greek history: The Birth of Theatre The Decree of Themistocles The Plague in Athens Pre-booking required: Reserve your place by calling the Epigraphic Museum at +30 210 88 47 576 or +30 210 82 32 950 (ext: 203\, 205\, 209)\, Monday to Friday\, 08:00–14:00. Reservations open on 11 May at 12:00 (noon).
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/the-stones-speak/
LOCATION:Epigraphic Museum\, Tositsa 1\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 82\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CINEMA,FREE,MUSEUM
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250518T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250518T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T132359
CREATED:20250403T135230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T150157Z
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SUMMARY:Guided Tour of the Alekos Fassianos Museum
DESCRIPTION:This activity is only available in Greek. \n\nAs part of International Museum Day\, the Alekos Fassianos Museum offers a guided tour for 30 people. \n\nThe exhibition aims to introduce the breadth of Alekos Fassianos’ work\, featuring pieces from 1954 until the end of his life. It includes early works from the 1960s\, influenced by abstraction during his early years in Paris\, works inspired by Byzantine art\, collages\, mixed techniques\, as well as both lesser-known and widely recognized paintings showcasing Fassianos’ distinctive touch. The Myth of His Neighborhood unfolds through works depicting images and experiences from his childhood in Agios Pavlos and his wanderings through Athens. Heroes from his childhood merge with figures from Greek mythology\, creating the timeless hero—the human being. Beyond the paintings\, the exhibition also highlights the artist’s multifaceted personality\, showcasing handmade objects\, furniture\, lighting\, as well as texts he wrote\, books he illustrated\, and a rich archive of his involvement in set design and costume design for Aristophanes’ comedies and Eugène Ionesco’s plays. \n\nThe exhibition unfolds in a handcrafted architectural creation by Kyriakos Krokos\, where every detail\, from the door knobs to the cupboard handles\, the nails in the mirrors\, to the frescoes and mosaic floors\, was curated by Fassianos himself. The Alekos Fassianos Museum is of great significance for the contemporary artistic and architectural map of Athens\, as it is one of the few museums in the world where the collaboration between the artist and the architect supports the dialogue between the works and the space that houses them. \n\nMeeting point: Outside the Museum.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/guided-tour-of-the-alekos-fassianos-museum/
LOCATION:Alekos Fassianos Museum\, Neofytou Metaxa 15\, Athens\, Athens\, 104 39\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,MUSEUM,TOUR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250521T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250521T133000
DTSTAMP:20260421T132359
CREATED:20250423T120611Z
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SUMMARY:From the Great to Modern Greece - Part B: The Refugees
DESCRIPTION:This activity is only available in Greek. \n\nA guided tour of the second part of the exhibition “From Great Greece to Modern Greece”\, which traces the completion of the country’s formation in terms of borders and population. The first part\, presented in 2022\, describes the events that led to the stabilization of borders after the end of World War I\, focusing on the Asia Minor Campaign and the collective trauma of the destruction of Smyrna. The second part\, subtitled “The Refugees”\, focuses on the demographic shaping of Greece through population movements over the course of a century. The exhibition is made possible by the exclusive sponsorship of Piraeus Bank. \n\nThis event is aimed at adults.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/from-the-great-to-modern-greece-part-b-the-refugees/
LOCATION:National Historical Museum\, Stadiou 13\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 61\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,MUSEUM,TOUR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250521T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250521T203000
DTSTAMP:20260421T132359
CREATED:20250324T124008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T122055Z
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SUMMARY:Moving Objects - Seeking Ideas
DESCRIPTION:This activity is only available in Greek.\n\nPoet Ioulita Iliopoulou and the President of the Hellenic Foundation for Books and Culture (ELIVIP)\, Nikios Bakounakis\, will discuss the creation of the Elytis House Museum.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/moving-objects-seeking-ideas/
LOCATION:Elytis’ House – Museum\, Polygnotou 7\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 55\, Greece
CATEGORIES:FREE,MUSEUM
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250522T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250522T230000
DTSTAMP:20260421T132359
CREATED:20250327T142501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T121212Z
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SUMMARY:EMST Rooftop Party
DESCRIPTION:Step into the National Museum of Contemporary Art (EMST) as it opens its doors for you to explore. From morning until late afternoon\, discover the collection of permanent and temporary exhibitions that spark the imagination. As the day draws to a close\, make your way to the museum’s stunning rooftop for a cocktail party\, where you can raise a glass to the city’s beauty while enjoying a panoramic 360° view of Athens and moving to the stunning music choices that the Italian maestro of electronic sounds Glass Coffee has picked for you. They will both leave you speechless.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/emst-rooftop-party/
LOCATION:National Museum of Contemporary Art\, National Museum of Contemporary Art Αthens (ΕΜΣΤ)\, Athens\, Athens\, 117 43\, Greece
CATEGORIES:DJ SET,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE,MUSEUM
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250523T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250523T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T132359
CREATED:20250328T112723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T115844Z
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SUMMARY:Discovering Athens Through the Work of Spyros Vassiliou
DESCRIPTION:This activity is only available in Greek. \nPaintings from the archive of Spyros Vasiliou “converse” with exhibits at the Children’s Museum of Athens\, creating an environment that takes us on a journey through early 20th-century Athens.\n\nFamilies with children aged 6-12 are invited to explore the artist’s work\, focusing on the transformations of the urban landscape.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/discovering-athens-through-work-of-spyros-vassiliou/
LOCATION:Hellenic Children’s Museum\, Vas. Georgiou Β΄ 19\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 75\, Greece
CATEGORIES:FOR KIDS,FREE,MUSEUM
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T113000
DTSTAMP:20260421T132359
CREATED:20250423T124207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T120805Z
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SUMMARY:Guided Tour at the Elytis House Museum
DESCRIPTION:This activity is only available in Greek. \n\nStep inside the Elytis House Museum\, a neoclassical gem in the heart of Plaka\, and explore the world of Nobel Laureate Odysseas Elytis through a guided tour of its permanent exhibition. Rare manuscripts\, Greek and international editions\, paintings\, personal artefacts\, and the poet’s original writing desk—all housed in the space where he lived and worked for decades—offer an intimate experience of one of Greece’s most iconic literary figures.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/guided-tour-at-the-elytis-house-museum-2/
LOCATION:Elytis’ House – Museum\, Polygnotou 7\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 55\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,LITERATURE,MUSEUM,TOUR
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T132359
CREATED:20250423T122108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T120713Z
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SUMMARY:Cyprus 74 - Never Forget
DESCRIPTION:This activity is only available in Greek. \n\nA guided tour of the memory exhibition marking the 50th anniversary of the Turkish invasion of Cyprus. Through rare posters from the era and corresponding photographic material\, the exhibition aims to highlight the events of the Cypriot tragedy\, the nationwide solidarity with the people of Cyprus\, and their ongoing struggle for freedom and justice.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/cyprus-74-never-forget-2/
LOCATION:National Historical Museum\, Stadiou 13\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 61\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,MUSEUM,TOUR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T140000
DTSTAMP:20260421T132359
CREATED:20250326T111747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T120443Z
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SUMMARY:Screening of Historical Documentaries
DESCRIPTION:This activity is only available in Greek.\n\nThe “Adamantios Korais” Hall at the War Museum will host screenings of five historical documentaries\, featuring rare archival footage that brings to life pivotal moments in 20th-century military history.\n\nFrom the Balkan Wars (1912–13) and the Battle of Gallipoli (1915) to the decisive victory at Skra (1918)\, the dramatic Battle of Crete (1941) and the Normandy Landings (1944)\, these films highlight the strategic importance and heroism of the forces involved through authentic\, rarely seen footage.\n\nScreenings include:\n– The Balkan Wars 1912–13: Filming History (52’)\n– The Battle of Gallipoli 1915: ANZAC (27’)\n– The Battle of Skra\, 1918 (22’)\n– The Battle of Crete\, May 1941 (25’)\n– The Normandy Landings\, June 1944 (5’)
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/historical-documentary-screening-2/
LOCATION:War Museum\, Rizari 2-4\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 75\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CINEMA,FREE,MUSEUM
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T132359
CREATED:20250327T112619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T120055Z
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SUMMARY:Walking Through History
DESCRIPTION:This activity is only available in Greek .\n\nThe National Archaeological Museum and Dr. Kostas Paschalidis present an afternoon walk through the concise history of the Greek State\, from its founding to the present day.\n\nA story that begins over two centuries ago\, from a plot of land that was once a vineyard\, then became a club for Bavarian soldiers\, a site for the construction of the largest museum of the ancient world\, a place for the desperate hiding of antiquities during wartime\, a symbol of National Resistance during the Occupation\, a witness to the Polytechnic Uprising\, and a treasure trove of endless exhibitions. A small spot in the “heart” of Athens that has witnessed the birth and struggles of an entire country.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/walking-through-history/
LOCATION:National Archaeological Museum\, Patission 44\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 82\, Greece
CATEGORIES:FREE,MUSEUM,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,TOUR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T132359
CREATED:20250424T073639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T115944Z
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SUMMARY:All of the MOMus–Museum Alex Mylona in One Visit
DESCRIPTION:This activity is only available in Greek. \n\nJoin curator Yannis Bolis for a special guided tour of the MOMus – Museum Alex Mylona\, exploring every part of the museum. Discover the story of the building\, its visionary founder Alex Mylona\, the museum’s collections\, and the temporary exhibition A Cabinet of Curiosities—featuring works by 78 contemporary artists inspired by the unexpected\, the ambiguous\, the enigmatic\, the fantastical and the grotesque. \n\nBooking is required at +30 210 3215717 (Tuesday–Sunday: 10:00–18:00\, Thursday: 10:00–21:00) \n\nReservations open on 17 May at 12:00 noon.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/all-momus-alex-mylona-mseum-in-one-visit/
LOCATION:MOMus-Museum Alex Mylona\, Agion Asomaton Square 5\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 54\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,MUSEUM,TOUR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250525T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250525T113000
DTSTAMP:20260421T132359
CREATED:20250423T120713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T115644Z
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SUMMARY:From the Great to Modern Greece - Part B: The Refugees
DESCRIPTION:This activity is only available in Greek. \n\nA guided tour of the second part of the exhibition “From Great Greece to Modern Greece”\, which traces the completion of the country’s formation in terms of borders and population. The first part\, presented in 2022\, describes the events that led to the stabilization of borders after the end of World War I\, focusing on the Asia Minor Campaign and the collective trauma of the destruction of Smyrna. The second part\, subtitled “The Refugees”\, focuses on the demographic shaping of Greece through population movements over the course of a century. The exhibition is made possible by the exclusive sponsorship of Piraeus Bank. \n\nThis event is aimed at adults.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/from-the-great-to-modern-greece-part-b-the-refugees-2/
LOCATION:National Historical Museum\, Stadiou 13\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 61\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,MUSEUM,TOUR
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250525T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250525T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T132359
CREATED:20250401T072126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T115511Z
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SUMMARY:Educational Program: The Power of the Poster
DESCRIPTION:This activity is only available in Greek.\n\nThe educational program includes a brief tour of the exhibition “Cyprus ’74 – Never Forget”. It focuses on the sources of inspiration for the posters displayed in the exhibition and the process of creating them. As part of the program\, children will have the opportunity to create their own poster using the collage technique.\n\nThis activity is aimed at children aged 6-12.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/educational-program-the-power-of-the-poster/
LOCATION:National Historical Museum\, Stadiou 13\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 61\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FOR KIDS,FREE,MUSEUM
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250525T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250525T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T132359
CREATED:20250423T115055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T115959Z
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SUMMARY:Guided Tour of the War Museum for Kids
DESCRIPTION:This activity is only available in Greek. \n\nA tour through Greece’s military history and cultural heritage\, guided by the permanent exhibitions of the War Museum. Young visitors aged 12\, accompanied by an adult\, will have the chance to discover rare artefacts\, historical records and stories from the past that bring history to life.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/guided-tour-of-the-war-museum-for-kids-2/
LOCATION:War Museum\, Rizari 2-4\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 75\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FOR KIDS,FREE,MUSEUM
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250525T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250525T133000
DTSTAMP:20260421T132400
CREATED:20250327T152331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T095903Z
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SUMMARY:The City of the Future: From the Acropolis to Dubai and Back Again
DESCRIPTION:This activity is only available in Greek.\nWhat did ancient Greek cities look like? And could they have had technologies that echo what we use today? \nThis interactive journey retraces the steps of Heron and Archimedes\, uncovering how ancient Greeks pioneered “green” technologies that served their society and improved urban life. From clever mechanics to sustainable systems\, it’s a story of timeless innovation. \nStarting at the Acropolis and passing through Alexandria\, London\, Singapore and Dubai\, we’ll explore how today’s “city of the future” may have roots in ancient inventions.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/city-of-the-future-acropolis-to-dubai-back-again/
LOCATION:Museum of the Ancient Greek Technology “Kostas Kotsanas”\, Pindarou 6\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 71\, Greece
CATEGORIES:FOR KIDS,FREE,MUSEUM
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250525T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250525T140000
DTSTAMP:20260421T132400
CREATED:20250418T152717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T115408Z
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SUMMARY:Guided Tour of the Maria Callas Museum
DESCRIPTION:This activity is only available in Greek. \n\nThe Maria Callas Museum\, as part of the 2025 This is Athens City Festival\, invites you on an exciting journey through the life and art of the opera’s greatest diva! Visitors will have the opportunity to discover the most iconic moments of Maria Callas\, explore unknown aspects of her journey\, and delve into her personality and artistic legacy. With a narrative that brings her story to life\, each guided tour highlights details beyond the exhibition texts\, creating a unique experience tailored to the audience.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/guided-tour-of-the-maria-callas-museum-2/
LOCATION:Maria Callas Museum\, Mitropoleos 44\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 63\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,MUSEUM
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250525T150000
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SUMMARY:Guided Tour of the War Museum for Adults
DESCRIPTION:This activity is only available in Greek. \n\nExplore Greece’s military history and cultural heritage through a guided tour of the War Museum’s permanent exhibitions. Visitors will encounter rare artefacts\, historical documents and personal stories that shed light on key moments from the country’s past. \n\nThis activity is designed for adults.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/guided-tour-of-the-war-museum-for-adults-2/
LOCATION:War Museum\, Rizari 2-4\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 75\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,MUSEUM,TOUR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260502T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260502T123000
DTSTAMP:20260421T132400
CREATED:20260420T131544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T131718Z
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SUMMARY:Biscuits at the Museum!
DESCRIPTION:The Hellenic Children’s Museum is opening up its most delicious exhibit for a hands-on kitchen takeover. If you’re looking for a brilliant way to keep the kids entertained (and well-fed) this May\, “Kitchen: Discovering the World of the Biscuit” is exactly where you need to be.\n\nIn this “Biscuits at the Museum!” workshop\, our younger festival-goers get to swap the sketchbook for a rolling pin. It’s not just a baking lesson; it’s a magical journey into the world of pastry through the eyes of a museum.\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/biscuits-at-the-museum-2/
LOCATION:Hellenic Children’s Museum\, Vas. Georgiou Β΄ 19\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 75\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FOR KIDS,FREE,MUSEUM
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260503T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260503T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T132400
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T081651Z
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SUMMARY:Guided Tour at the National Historical Museum
DESCRIPTION:Step inside the grand\, stately building with the bronze statue of Kolokotronis on horseback out front. It’s nothing less than the Old Parliament House\, the very heart of Greece’s early political acts\, and it is throwing open its doors for the This is Athens City Festival.\n\nThis isn’t just a wander through a dusty museum; it’s a guided journey through the National Historical Museum. You’ll be stepping into the original debating chamber where the big decisions that shaped modern Greece were hammered out. It’s an atmospheric spot that keeps history grounded in the centre of the city. Our guide will lead you through a stunning collection that charts the Greek story from the fall of Constantinople through to the 20th century. You’ll see personal heirlooms and everyday objects from the Greek Revolution\, intricate traditional costumes that are basically 19th-century high fashion\, historic weaponry\, and archival treasures that tell the story of a nation finding its feet.\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/guided-tour-at-the-national-historical-museum/2026-05-03/
LOCATION:National Historical Museum\, Stadiou 13\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 61\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,MUSEUM,TOUR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260506T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260506T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T132400
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SUMMARY:Thematic Tour: The Depiction of the Face through the Collections of the National Gallery
DESCRIPTION:In the main building of the National Gallery\, the public has the opportunity to participate in a thematic tour dedicated to the art of portraiture. The tour explores the timeless need of artists\, as well as historical figures\, to keep their likeness alive through the centuries\, beginning with the simple\, and almost ascetic forms of the Saints in the late 16th century.\n\nAs the tour progresses towards the present day\, visitors observe radical changes in materials and techniques\, discovering how the long tradition of painting was transformed to render human psychography with a contemporary perspective. It is a journey into the gaze and the form\, illuminating the evolution of identity and artistic expression through the treasures of the country’s most important gallery.\n\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/thematic-tour-the-depiction-of-the-face-through-the-collections-of-the-national-gallery/
LOCATION:National Gallery – Alexandros Soutsos Museum\, 50 Vasileos Konstantinou\, Athens\, 116 34\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,MUSEUM,TOUR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260508T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260508T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T132400
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SUMMARY:Guided Tour at the City of Athens Museum
DESCRIPTION:The City of Athens Museum (Vouros-Eutaxias Foundation) will welcome us for a rather special look at the capital’s modern history. The tour spans two iconic buildings that tell the story of a city finding its feet.\nWe start at the legendary “Old Palace”\, the first residence of King Otto and Queen Amalia. It’s a space deeply intertwined with the very first steps Athens took as a modern European capital. Here\, you’ll see the city through the objects and grand rooms that helped define its new\, royal identity.\n\nThe journey then moves into the second building of the complex\, the former home of the Dekozis-Vouros family. This is where things get personal. It offers a much more intimate glimpse into Athenian “high society” life\, revealing the aesthetics\, the daily habits\, and domestic charm of the 19th and early 20th centuries.\n\nThrough these collections and the stunning architecture itself\, you’ll witness the trajectory of a city that was rapidly expanding and shaping its modern self. It’s a tour that beautifully bridges the gap between Athens’ grand political history and its private\, everyday heart.\n\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/guided-tour-at-the-city-of-athens-museum/2026-05-08/
LOCATION:The City of Athens Museum\, 5-7 loannou Paparrigopoulou\, Athens\, 105 61\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,MUSEUM,TOUR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260508T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260508T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T132400
CREATED:20260420T132321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T132502Z
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SUMMARY:Biscuits at the Museum!
DESCRIPTION:The Hellenic Children’s Museum is opening up its most delicious exhibit for a hands-on kitchen takeover. If you’re looking for a brilliant way to keep the kids entertained (and well-fed) this May\, “Kitchen: Discovering the World of the Biscuit” is exactly where you need to be.\n\nIn this “Biscuits at the Museum!” workshop\, our younger festival-goers get to swap the sketchbook for a rolling pin. It’s not just a baking lesson; it’s a magical journey into the world of pastry through the eyes of a museum.\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/biscuits-at-the-museum-3/
LOCATION:Hellenic Children’s Museum\, Vas. Georgiou Β΄ 19\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 75\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FOR KIDS,FREE,MUSEUM
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260509T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260509T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T132400
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T105029Z
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SUMMARY:Guided Tour of the "Elytis House" Museum
DESCRIPTION:A unique opportunity to get up close to the personal and intellectual world of Odysseas Elytis through a special guided tour of the “Elytis House” Museum.\n\nThe museum’s permanent exhibition brings the life and work of the great Nobel laureate to life\, featuring precious manuscripts\, rare Greek and foreign editions\, and artworks that illuminate his multifaceted creativity. A central highlight of the experience is the reconstruction of his study. this is the authentic space where the poet worked continuously from 1962 until the end of his life\, surrounded by his personal belongings and archives. A journey into the heart of Greek letters. The visit will allow visitors to breathe in the very atmosphere where some of the most significant works of world poetry were born.\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/guided-tour-of-the-elytis-house-museum/
LOCATION:Elytis’ House – Museum\, Polygnotou 7\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 55\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,MUSEUM,TOUR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260509T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260509T173000
DTSTAMP:20260421T132400
CREATED:20260421T092345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T092345Z
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SUMMARY:Guided Tours of the Cavafy Archive
DESCRIPTION:This year\, the This is Athens City Festival marks its fifth anniversary with a truly special collaboration. We’ve teamed up with the Onassis Foundation to invite you on a deeply personal journey through the life of one of the world’s most influential poets. For the first time as part of the festival\, we’re stepping inside a stunning 1910 listed building on Phrynichou Street. Since late 2023\, this spot in the heart of Plaka has become the new home of the Cavafy Archive\, and now\, its doors are opening for a series of exclusive guided tours.\n\nIt’s a rare chance to get up close and personal with the world of C.P. Cavafy by wandering through five specially curated rooms that recreate the atmosphere of his legendary home in Alexandria. Among the treasures\, you will find personal relics such as original furniture\, mementos\, and even the poet’s death mask\, alongside a remarkable collection of 966 surviving volumes in the library. The experience also showcases inspired art\, with works ranging from Theodore Ralli and Nikos Hadjikyriakos-Ghika to contemporary artists moved by his poetry. Perhaps most poignantly\, the tour reveals the universe of Cavafy’s Athens through personal diaries and glowing letters from literary greats like Angelos Sikelianos\, revealing the poet’s deep\, timeless connection to this city.\n\nTo celebrate this new partnership\, the Onassis Foundation is offering 20 free guided tours throughout the month for festival-goers. It’s a wonderful opportunity to dive deep into history\, memory\, and world-class art.\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/guided-tours-of-the-cavafy-archive/
LOCATION:Cavafy Archive\, 16B Frynichou\, Plaka\, 105 58\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,LITERATURE,MUSEUM,TOUR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260511T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260511T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T132400
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SUMMARY:Guided Tour at the City of Athens Museum
DESCRIPTION:The City of Athens Museum (Vouros-Eutaxias Foundation) will welcome us for a rather special look at the capital’s modern history. The tour spans two iconic buildings that tell the story of a city finding its feet.\nWe start at the legendary “Old Palace”\, the first residence of King Otto and Queen Amalia. It’s a space deeply intertwined with the very first steps Athens took as a modern European capital. Here\, you’ll see the city through the objects and grand rooms that helped define its new\, royal identity.\n\nThe journey then moves into the second building of the complex\, the former home of the Dekozis-Vouros family. This is where things get personal. It offers a much more intimate glimpse into Athenian “high society” life\, revealing the aesthetics\, the daily habits\, and domestic charm of the 19th and early 20th centuries.\n\nThrough these collections and the stunning architecture itself\, you’ll witness the trajectory of a city that was rapidly expanding and shaping its modern self. It’s a tour that beautifully bridges the gap between Athens’ grand political history and its private\, everyday heart.\n\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/guided-tour-at-the-city-of-athens-museum/2026-05-11/
LOCATION:The City of Athens Museum\, 5-7 loannou Paparrigopoulou\, Athens\, 105 61\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,MUSEUM,TOUR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260512T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260512T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T132400
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T140923Z
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SUMMARY:Guided Tour at The Maria Callas Museum
DESCRIPTION:The Maria Callas Museum invites us on a moving tour into the world of the 20th century’s leading soprano. Through a specially designed guided experience\, visitors have the unique opportunity to discover the most iconic moments of her career\, while exploring the unknown\, personal aspects of the journey that established her as a global opera icon.\n\nThe narrative brings her path to life beyond standard exhibition texts\, illuminating her artistic legacy and complex personality directly and experientially. This is an experience tailored to its audience\, offering a deep look at the woman and the artist who changed lyric theatre forever\, right in the heart of the city she loved so dearly.\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/guided-tour-at-the-maria-callas-museum/2026-05-12/
LOCATION:Maria Callas Museum\, Mitropoleos 44\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 63\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,MUSEUM,TOUR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260513T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260513T123000
DTSTAMP:20260421T132400
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SUMMARY:Guided Tour: The Permanent Collection of the National Glyptotheque
DESCRIPTION:The National Glyptotheque invites us to an immersive guided tour through the history of modern Greek sculpture\, from its beginnings in the 19th century to the bold explorations of the 21st. Under the guidance of the collection’s curator\, Tonia Giannoudaki\, the public will have the unique opportunity to discover the transition from the rigour of Neoclassicism to dynamic Realism and\, ultimately\, to the absolute freedom of Abstraction.\n\nThe tour illuminates the work of great Greek creators while simultaneously placing it in dialogue with iconic works by international artists\, highlighting the European trends that shaped domestic sculptural creation. This is a comprehensive narrative that transforms a visit to Goudi into a living art history lesson\, revealing how volume and matter have been transformed over time to express the concerns of the modern era.\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/guided-tour-the-permanent-collection-of-the-national-glyptotheque/
LOCATION:National Glypthotheque\, Army Park\, Panagiotis Kanellopoulos Avenue\, Athens\, 115 25\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,MUSEUM,TOUR
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