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SUMMARY:K-Pop World Festival Greece
DESCRIPTION: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 of modern Seoul.\n\nWhether you’re a K-pop stan or a curious newcomer\, this night promises an experience overflowing with excitement and vitality. This isn’t just a showcase—it’s a high-stakes arena where Greece’s most dynamic performers compete for a coveted spot in the global grand finale of the K-pop World Festival in Changwon.\n\nThe night’s winners will be put forward to the KBS network\, potentially launching their journey to Korea. It’s a festival within a festival—a celebration of inspiration\, connection\, and the freedom of expression\, proving that music and dance can bridge the gap between cities\, cultures\, and continents.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/k-pop-world-festival-greece/
LOCATION:Kolonos Theatre\, Ioanninon & Kapaneos\, Athens\, 104 44\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CONCERT,DANCE,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE
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SUMMARY:Exercises in Unknown Dreams
DESCRIPTION: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 visual dimension: the live presence of Nikolas Klironomos\, who will be there to engage in a dialogue with the audience and his own artworks. It’s a deep dive into modern Greek creativity\, showing how different art forms can feed off one another.\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/exercises-in-unknown-dreams/
LOCATION:The City of Athens Gallery\, Municipal Gallery of Athens\, Athens\, Athens\, 104 36\, Greece
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SUMMARY:Gathering of the Cultural Associations of Thessaly and Agrafa
DESCRIPTION: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 untamed peaks of the Pindus mountains\, offering a powerful display of music\, dance\, and local identity.\n\nFrom the steady\, rhythmic steps of the Thessalian plains to the spirited\, soaring dances of the Agrafian highlands\, this gathering is a testament to an unbroken cultural lineage. Dressed in authentic traditional attire where every stitch tells a story of its own\, performers from across the region will unite to share their collective memory. It is a vibrant invitation to witness the soul of the Greek countryside: a world of polyphonic songs\, traditional instruments\, and the timeless bond of the Gathering.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/gathering-of-the-cultural-associations-of-thessaly-and-agrafa/
LOCATION:Agios Thomas Square\, Mikras Asias 69\, Athens\, Athens\, 115 27\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CONCERT,DANCE,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,TRADITION
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260520T203000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260520T230000
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SUMMARY:Heroes: A Tribute to David Bowie
DESCRIPTION:The heart of Athens is about to be filled with the sound of Bowie and that alone is enough to make this a standout night of the spring season. The Heroes Tribute Band is a musical ensemble dedicated to keeping the vast universe of David Bowie alive with genuine artistic passion. As the first multi-vocalist Greek band dedicated to the iconic “Starman\,” they have spent years crafting a stage experience that honours Bowie’s constant transformations and his profound influence on modern culture.\n\nFor the This is Athens City Festival 2026\, they arrive with a setlist spanning every legendary era. From the glitter and gloss of Ziggy Stardust to the avant-garde “Berlin Trilogy” and the cosmopolitan energy of the 80s\, this concert invites you to celebrate the avant-garde spirit\, diversity\, and theatricality that made Bowie peerless. It is a night not only for the “initiated” but for anyone who loves the music that changed how we see ourselves and the world.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/heroes-a-tribute-to-david-bowie/
LOCATION:Eleftherias Park\, Eleftherias Park\, Athens\, Athens\, 115 21\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CONCERT,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260521T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260521T230000
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SUMMARY:Papazó
DESCRIPTION:The historic Dexameni Square\, with its old-school Athenian charm and the cool breeze of Lycabettus lingering in the air\, becomes the stage for a major musical takeover headlined by Papazó. Vassilis Papazotos\, songwriter\, music producer\, and medical doctor\, brings the vibrant energy and effortless connection that made his viral music videos and unexpected collaborations a local sensation.\nThe signature “musical salon” he built online is moving to the physical stage for an open-air concert featuring an incredible roster of guests. The night strikes a perfect balance between contemporary urban culture and the warmth of a massive parea (group of friends)\, breathing new life into beloved tracks and making the entire square feel like one big choir. It’s a spring stroll that evolves into one of the most soulful and electric musical highlights of this year’s festival.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/papazo/
LOCATION:Dexameni Square\, Dexameni Square\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 73\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CONCERT,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260522T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260522T193000
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SUMMARY:Melachrinos Velentzas: Rebirth
DESCRIPTION:An abandoned piano\, long-silent in a dusty Athenian corner\, finds its voice once more. Pianist and performer Melachrinos Velentzas presents Rebirth\, blending performance\, installation\, and collective ritual in some of the city’s most emblematic spaces.\n\nThrough a musical ceremony\, Velentzas resuscitates an instrument that has endured years of stillness. It is a powerful parallel between the decay of a forgotten object and the quiet frustration of a person who has lost their connection to “play.” But this isn’t just a performance to watch\, it’s an invitation to participate. As the notes echo through the air\, you are invited to join a collective act of storytelling\, leaving your own personal histories on the stools of other “forgotten” pianos from across Athens.\n\nPart of the artist’s long-term research into the materiality of instruments and the memories held within the city’s homes\, Rebirth transforms individual loss into a shared\, redemptive experience. Come and witness the city’s silent history find its rhythm again.\n\n 
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/melachrinos-velentzas-rebirth-2/
LOCATION:National Garden\, Vas. Amalias 1\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 57\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CONCERT,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
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SUMMARY:Pictures of an Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Music and painting meet in a unique collaboration titled “Pictures of an Exhibition.” Composer and pianist Christos Papageorgiou\, inspired by the work of Nikolas Klironomos\, creates and performs a series of compositions that “translate” the visual arts into sound.\n\nFor 70 minutes\, the audience is immersed in an atmospheric experience where each musical phrase acts as a commentary on the artist’s visual world. With an international career and profound musical education\, Papageorgiou establishes a living dialogue between the arts\, where different artistic languages unite into a single\, multisensory experience.\n\nReservations open one week before the event at 12:00.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/pictures-of-an-exhibition/
LOCATION:The City of Athens Gallery\, Municipal Gallery of Athens\, Athens\, Athens\, 104 36\, Greece
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260527T210000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260527T220000
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SUMMARY:Stella Karyda
DESCRIPTION:Stella Karyda invites us on a soulful journey that balances perfectly between land and sea. With her evocative voice\, she leads a programme that weaves together her acclaimed collaborations with masters like Christos Nikolopoulos and Nikos Oikonomidis\, alongside the timeless rebetiko and folk anthems of Tsitsanis\, Vamvakaris\, and Theodorakis.\n\nThe setlist spans from the modern\, rhythmic poetry of Malamas and Thanasis Papakonstantinou to the ancient\, traditional treasures of Asia Minor\, Crete\, and Epirus. Backed by a stellar ensemble\, including virtuoso guitarist Stelios Karydas on arrangements and Dimitris Reppas on the bouzouki\, the night is designed to awaken the city’s collective memory.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/stella-karyda/
LOCATION:Fokionos Negri Theater\, Fokionos Negri\, Athens\, Athens\, 113 61\, Greece
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260529T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260529T220000
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SUMMARY:SFERA pres. Marseaux LIVE
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nAgainst a backdrop of towering pines and the familiar energy of the neighbourhood\, Marseaux takes the stage with the signature sound and fresh aesthetic that have made her a breakout star of the new generation. Expect trap rhythms\, infectious hooks\, and the kind of lyrics that have already become street anthems. This isn’t just a concert; it’s a seamless blend of a live show and an impromptu forest party.\n\nWhether you’ve followed her since her early days with the WNC crew or discovered her through “Hanomai” and her latest hits\, this is your chance to see her in a setting that fits her perfectly. It’s an evening that promises raw energy\, soaring rhythms\, and that unmistakable feeling that the entire city is dancing right there with you.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/sfera-pres-marseaux-live/
LOCATION:Pangrati Grove\, Pangrati Grove\, Athens\, Athens\, 116 35\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CONCERT,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260530T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260530T193000
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SUMMARY:NCSU Jazz Band: The North Carolina "Wolfpack"
DESCRIPTION:This year\, the festival welcomes 25 electrifying musicians from North Carolina State University\, bringing the smoky\, high-octane pulse of America’s great jazz clubs straight to the heart of Athens. Trading their campus in Raleigh for the Athenian stage\, the “Wolfpack” arrives with an authentic Big Band sound: roaring brass sections\, inexhaustible swing\, and the kind of sharp improvisations that keep an audience on the edge of their seats.\n\nTheir repertoire is a masterclass in jazz history\, paying homage to the legendary greats while pushing into contemporary interpretations that prove the genre is more alive than ever. From Duke Ellington and Count Basie\, to Duke Pearson\, Toshiko Akiyoshi\, Mark Taylor\, Alan Baylock\, and everything in between\, the NC State Jazz Orchestra will make every effort possible to please a wide variety of musical tastes.  It’s a live set where youthful exuberance meets world-class musical pedigree\, creating an infectious\, celebratory atmosphere. Get ready to find your rhythm because when swing is this authentic\, staying still isn’t an option.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/ncsu-jazz-band-the-north-carolina-wolfpack/
LOCATION:National Garden\, Vas. Amalias 1\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 57\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CONCERT,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
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SUMMARY:Krama Brass Band: Tradition Reimagined
DESCRIPTION:Coming all the way from Cyprus\, the Krama Brass Band arrives at the This is Athens City Festival 2026 with a fresh\, subversive musical take that completely redefines tradition. Founded in 2023 by musicians Andreas Theocharous and Nikolas Georgiou\, this eight-piece powerhouse\, featuring six brass instruments\, guitar\, and percussion\, joins forces to create an explosive\, contemporary sound.\n\nFor 70 minutes\, the audience will journey through original compositions and imaginative arrangements of traditional Cypriot songs. It’s a space where the familiar sounds of the Mediterranean meet the freedom of jazz and the structure of classical music.\n\nWith a multicultural identity that honours its roots while looking firmly toward the future\, the Krama Brass Band showcases Cypriot musical heritage as a vibrant and constantly evolving artistic language. They invite us to a celebration full of rhythm and emotion\, right in the heart of Athens.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/krama-brass-band-tradition-reimagined/
LOCATION:National Historical Museum\, Stadiou 13\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 61\, Greece
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