This is Athens City Festival

Pizza Out of the Box - Latino Xmas Party
2025-12-20 14:30 - 2025-12-21 23:30 (Europe/Athens) | Salaminos Street, Salaminos Street, Metaxourgio, 104 35, Greece
Christmas in Athens with a tropical twist? You can say that again! For two afternoons, Salaminos Street in Kerameikos transforms into a lively Latin fiesta. From sizzling sandos and empanadas to refreshing caipirinhas and vinyls spinning salsa rhythms from Rio to Havana, get ready for a vibrant, colourful celebration that feels like summer in the heart of winter!

Protogenous Street Party
2025-12-20 17:30 - 2025-12-21 23:00 | Protogenous Str., Protogenous Street, Athens, Athens, 105 54, Greece
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, art, surprises, and neighborhood shops keeping their doors open to fuel the vibe with festive flavors and scents. It’s a street party full of authentic, city-grown holiday magic!

Labor Day Market
2026-05-01 12:00 - 2026-05-03 23:00 | Agion Asomaton Square, Agion Asomaton Square, Athens, Athens, 105 53, Greece
Under the theme “Light of Labour · Springtime Co-creation,” this year’s traditional May Day celebrations are transformed into a vibrant cultural bridge between China and Greece, as part of the This is Athens City Festival 2026.

Honouring International Workers’ Day, this cultural marketplace highlights the value of manual creation through a rich programme that blends art with everyday effort. Visitors will have the chance to wander through original lighting installations inspired by the tools of trade, discover the stunning traditional Chinese Hanfu attire, and participate in handicraft workshops that celebrate the “wisdom of the hands.” The atmosphere will be filled with the melodies of traditional instruments and poetry recitals.

Protogenous Urban Market
2026-05-01 17:00 - 2026-05-03 23:00 | Protogenous Str., Protogenous Street, Athens, Athens, 105 54, Greece
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 where everyone finds their spot.

But when the This is Athens City Festival arrives, Protogenous switches gears for three whole days. Once the shutters go down, the speakers go up, the street fills with people, and the urban landscape turns into one massive open-air party.

You can expect live gigs that’ll make you stop in your tracks, DJs keeping the beat going non-stop, street food on the go, impromptu markets, creative pop-ups, and surprises tucked away in every corner. For those forty-eight hours, the whole street becomes one big group of friends. You’ll find yourself dancing with strangers who feel like mates by the end of the night, drifting from stage to stage, beat to beat, and laugh to laugh.

These are the moments when Athens shows its most authentic side: open, spontaneous, creative, and completely up for a good time.

Athens Asian Food Festival 2026
2026-05-02 13:00 - 2026-05-03 23:00 | Kypseli Municipal Market, Kypseli Municipal Market, Athens, Athens, 113 61, Greece
The Kypseli Municipal Market is set to be flooded with the incredible aromas and flavours of the East for a two-day celebration of Asian gastronomy and culture, held as part of the This is Athens City Festival. In one of the city’s most vibrant community hubs, top chefs and artisans are coming together to serve up an experience that bridges authentic street food with modern Asian aesthetics.

Foodies can expect a deep dive into the kitchens of Japan, China, India, and Thailand (and beyond). But it’s not just about the snacks, though the street food is obviously a major draw. You’ll have the chance to experience traditional tea rituals, discover the nuances of sake, and tuck into legendary Asian sweets.

Between bites, you can browse pop-up corners filled with unique products and handmade crafts. It’s a full-on sensory feast that brings a burst of Asian energy right into the heart of Kypseli.

The ultimate weekend pitstop for anyone craving authentic bao, spice, and a bit of a wander through Athens’ most eclectic market.

Lusophone Festival
2026-05-06 19:00 - 23:00 | Kypseli Municipal Market, Kypseli Municipal Market, Athens, Athens, 113 61, Greece
Kypseli Municipal Market is transformed into a vibrant crossroads of continents, hosting the Lusophone Festival. On the occasion of the World Portuguese Language Day, the Athenian public is invited on a journey connecting Portugal and Brazil with Angola, Cape Verde and Mozambique. From 19:00, the rhythm ignites: Quilombo set the tone with traditional percussion, Abadá Capoeira fills the space with the explosive energy of Brazilian martial art, while Miranda Verouli and her band create a sensual dialogue between fado and bossa nova. The celebration reaches its peak with SambrazilBand and Forró Atenas, inviting the audience to dance non-stop, while Victoria KizzArte brings the movement of Angolan kizomba to the stage. With the support of the Embassies of Portugal and Brazil, the evening is complemented by authentic culinary flavours and concludes with a DJ set by Giannis Kastanakis—paying tribute to a rich, polyphonic world that transcends oceanic boundaries.

World of Beer Festival 2026
2026-05-08 14:00 - 23:30, 2026-05-09 12:00 - 23:30, 2026-05-10 12:00 - 23:30 | Technopolis City of Athens, Pireos 100, Athens, Athens, 118 54, Greece
The Athens City Festival 2026 meets the World of Beer Festival for a unique three-day event dedicated to those who love great beer, food, and music. From 8 to 10 May, more than 300 beer brands from Greece and abroad will gather at Technopolis: from classic lagers and weiss to original craft beers infused with mastic or lavender.

At the Beer Talks & Tastings, experts will reveal the secrets of the perfect pairing while the experience reaches new heights with delicious street food and an explosive line-up of 9 different concerts: from the rock of Magic de Spell and Dionysis Tsaknis to the traditional Ikarian feasts of Nikos Fakaros.

Laughter takes centre stage with top stand-up shows from Vangelis Charisopoulos, Dimitra Nikitea, and other beloved comedians. With a games area, the Greek Beer Awards 2026, and an atmosphere full of energy, the World of Beer becomes the city’s ultimate meeting point.

Book your tickets now and get ready for a three-day event that has it all—always enjoying responsibly!

Athina Latina: Latin American Festival in Athens
2026-05-09 12:00 - 23:00 | Klafthmonos Square, Klaftmonos Square, Athens, Athens, 105 61, Greece
Athina Latina is back as a massive, one-day cultural blowout, where Latin America and the Caribbean “flood” the heart of the capital with music, flavours, and inexhaustible energy. As a standout highlight of the This is Athens City Festival, Klafthmonos Square is set to be transformed into a colourful patchwork of cultures.

Embassies, artists, and local expat communities come together to share their heritage with the city. Expect an open-air festival of pure joy with an artistic line-up designed to sweep every passerby off their feet.

The experience hits another level with authentic Latin American delicacies, street food, and traditional products, all in an inclusive environment perfect for all ages. Athina Latina is effectively bringing summer to Athens a few weeks early, proving that big vibes and open hearts know no borders.

From Tbilisi to Athens
2026-05-10 11:30 - 16:30 | Klafthmonos Square, Klaftmonos Square, Athens, Athens, 105 61, Greece
We join forces with the Embassy of Georgia to host a unique celebration in the heart of the capital, inviting you on a journey through a land defined by music, art, and deep-rooted tradition. From the haunting, ethereal layers of polyphonic singing to the graceful, high-energy movements of traditional dance, every moment is designed to bring us closer to the authentic spirit of the Caucasus.
You’ll have the chance to get stuck into the distinct flavours and famous wines of Georgia through a curated tasting. You will gaze at an exhibition of contemporary Georgian painters that showcases the incredible vibrancy and creativity of the country’s modern art scene.

With workshops and performances tailored for all ages, this is a brilliant shout for families and culture-seekers alike. It’s an open invitation to feel the warmth, hospitality, and creative energy of the Georgian community as they transform a central neighbourhood square into a crossroads of cultures.

Κeramikos Beat
2026-05-16 13:00 - 23:00 | Mikis Theodorakis Park, Iera Odos & Pireos, Athens, 118 54, Greece
_&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, cutting-edge DJs from the local scene curate a diverse sonic environment—spanning from balearic beats, rare grooves, and electronica to disco, afro/tropical, and house. Cocktails, a vinyl record fair, and street food pop-ups complete the experience, setting the perfect vibe for the start of the Athenian summer.

DJ sets: K.ATOU x CHEVY | LEX (Athens) x POLATOF | TAKO | MR.Z | KATIA

Bar: TELEION

Vinyl Record Fair: RECORDS SYMPOSIO

Street food pop-up: TARANTINO BURGERS

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Athens Cocktails at the Japanese Park
2026-05-17 18:00 - 23:00 | Japanese Park of Athens, Niriidon 12, Athens, Athens, 116 34, Greece
Athens Cocktails returns, bringing with it all the elements that have established it as a seasonal highlight: world-class mixology, adventurous flavours, and a soundtrack that sets the mood from the very first beat. This year, the event takes over one of the city’s most Zen locations, the Japanese Garden, creating a sanctuary that feels worlds away while remaining in the very heart of Athens.

Set against the garden’s exotic, and tranquil backdrop, leading mixologists will showcase signature cocktails that turn a simple drink into a reason for connection, relaxation, and celebration. As the music dictates the rhythm and the sunset completes the scene, the evening takes on an effortless cosmopolitan flair. This is a spring outing that perfectly blends taste, atmosphere, and urban finesse, ideal for those looking to discover a more surprising side of the city centre.

Feidiou Street Takeover
2026-05-17 18:00 - 23:00 | Feidiou Street, Feidiou Street, Αθήνα, 106 78, Greece
Feidiou Street transforms once again into one of the most vibrant and unpredictable destinations in Athens as part of the This is Athens City Festival. “Don’t Be a Dick” joins forces with Mousiko Kafeneio and Frau for an authentic street party that kicks off at 18:00, promising to keep the energy high until late into the night.

The musical journey begins with a hybrid set from Harris Kousos and Angelos Aggelou, wedding electronic sounds with live instruments. Berlin’s Hara Katsiki takes over next with a nostalgic trip through Italo and space disco rhythms. As the night unfolds, the action spills into dedicated stages.

On the “Don’t Be a Dick” main stage, Bill Selfer and Alex Deris appear, while in the well-known and beloved “toilet room,” Luka from Berlin promises an explosive set to raise the intensity. At Mousiko Kafeneio, Roubini Stagouraki presents a special programme bridging the Greek and international scenes, while at Frau, Enke F completes the line-up with his own distinct sound.

With the motto “Come early and stay late,” Feidiou invites us to get lost in a multi-dimensional experience that unites music and communities in one of the centre’s most beautiful narrow lanes.

Algerian Cultural Days
2026-05-20 09:00 - 2026-05-21 23:00, 2026-05-21 08:00 - 17:00 | Klafthmonos Square, Klaftmonos Square, Athens, Athens, 105 61, Greece
For two days, Klafthmonos Square transforms into a vibrant crossroads of heritage, as the Embassy of Algeria and the This is Athens City Festival invite us to experience the immense cultural wealth of Africa’s largest country. The heart of Athens will be filled with the sights, scents, and sounds of a tradition that is as deep and complex as it is vividly alive.

Visitors will have the chance to wander through an impressive cultural showcase featuring authentic handicrafts, exquisite Berber jewellery, and traditional attire. The air will be thick with the aromas of Algerian cuisine, where spices and local delicacies take centre stage. The two-day programme is rounded off with traditional music and dance, alongside the “Study in Algeria” platform—an initiative fostering dialogue around education and research.

This is an open invitation to discover Algeria through its legendary hospitality, its rhythms, and its enduring traditions.

Embassy of Hungary in Greece
2026-05-28 18:30 - 21:30 | Mesologgiou Square, Mesologgiou Square, Athens, Athens, 116 34, Greece
The Embassy of Hungary is teaming up with us for a Magyar pop-up in Pangrati’s Mesologgiou Square. From 18:30 to 21:00, this tucked-away neighbourhood square becomes an open-air tasting room, inviting locals and visitors to get stuck into traditional Hungarian delicacies and drinks that capture the authentic flavours of Central Europe.

The evening’s rhythm reaches its peak at 20:00, when the dance troupe from the Hellenic Centre for Folklore Studies (EL.KE.LA.M) takes the stage. Expect a high-energy performance of traditional Hungarian dances that will awaken the square with the pulse of a different heritage right in the heart of Athens.
