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SUMMARY:Let’s Go to the Square 2026! Central Europe in the Centre of Athens
DESCRIPTION:As part of the This is Athens City Festival 2026\, the Embassies of Hungary\, the Czech Republic\, the Slovak Republic and Austria in Athens invite the public to a multicultural celebration. Mesologgiou Square will be transformed into a vibrant meeting point of cultures\, bringing the traditions\, flavours and rhythms of Central Europe to the heart of the city.\n\nFrom 18:30 to 21:00\, visitors will have the opportunity to sample traditional delicacies and drinks from the participating countries. The evening reaches its highlight at 19:00\, when the dance group from the Hellenic Centre for Folklore Studies (EL.KE.LA.M.) takes to the stage with a programme of traditional dances\, inviting the audience to join in a large communal circle dance. \n\nAt the same time\, a specially designed children’s area will offer creative activities for younger visitors.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/lets-go-square-central-europe-centre-athens/
LOCATION:Mesologgiou Square\, Mesologgiou Square\, Athens\, Athens\, 116 34\, Greece
CATEGORIES:DANCE,FREE,GASTRONOMY,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
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SUMMARY:A live Cretan Feast with Vassilis Skoulas
DESCRIPTION: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 of musicians to transport us to the vibrant universe of the island’s music.\n\nIn this setting\, tradition rises as a daily force of expression. With the lyra and laouto driving the rhythm\, the park will fill with melodies that beckon everyone into the dance circle. The gathering quickly takes on the character of a friendly gathering\, where improvisation and collective spirit meet the urban landscape. This is a rare chance to experience the redemptive energy of Cretan music and witness how a tradition deeply rooted in the island finds its natural home in springtime Athens.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/a-live-cretan-feast-with-vassilis-skoulas/
LOCATION:Plato’s Academy Park\, Monastiriou 138\, Athens\, Athens\, 104 42\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CONCERT,DANCE,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,TRADITION
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