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SUMMARY:St Dionysius the Areopagite\, The Saint of Athens: Guided Tours of the dedicated Churches I
DESCRIPTION:The This is Athens City Festival invites you to step inside one of the city’s most prestigious landmarks for a tour that’s as much about art history as it is about faith. Guided by art historian Despina Paraskeva\, we’re exploring Agios Dionysios on Skoufa Street\, often called the “Saint of Athens”\, to see what happens when the biggest names in modern Greek art collaborate on one project.\n\nOne of the grandest churches in central Athens\, this landmark represents a true artistic collaboration. Your journey begins with the architectural vision of Anastasios Orlandos\, before moving to the beautiful frescoes by Spyros Vassiliou. It comes with close-ups at the intricate woodcarvings of Theofanis Nomikos and the stunning mosaics born from a rare collaboration between Fotis Kontoglou and Stefanos Xenopoulos. It’s a fascinating glimpse into how ancient tradition and modern artistic flair meet in the heart of Kolonaki.\n\nTo make the experience truly immersive\, the tour is set to the sound of Byzantine chanting\, creating an atmosphere of total tranquility and mystique.\n\nDon’t miss the twin guided tour of the Catholic Cathedral\, a moment that creates an artistic dialogue between two faiths and two distinct expressions of modern Greek creativity\, right in the heart of the urban fabric.\n\nMeeting Point: Entrance of the Holy Church\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/st-dionysius-the-areopagite-the-saint-of-athens-guided-tours-of-the-dedicated-churches-i/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:Holy Church of Saint Dionysius the Areopagite\, 34 Skoufa\, Athens\, 106 72\, Greece
CATEGORIES:FREE,TOUR
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SUMMARY:Guided Tour: AFTER - Giorgos Tserionis & Performance: Homo Urbanus Audit
DESCRIPTION:The Municipal Gallery of Athens presents a unique event centred around the exhibition “AFTER.”\n\nThe event begins with an exclusive walkthrough led by artist Giorgos Tserionis and curator Matina Tsigkakou\, who will explore the life cycle of homo urbanus\, shedding light on the hidden aspects of the urban narrative that define the exhibition. The experience culminates with the provocative performance “Homo urbanus audit” by Alex Louloudis. The internationally acclaimed drummer and composer activates Tserionis’ installation\, transforming it into a living sonic field. Using sounds inspired by the urban landscape\, Louloudis builds and deconstructs auditory structures\, challenging us to become “active listeners” and reflect on our relationship with the sonic stimuli and memories that saturate daily life in the modern city.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/guided-tour-after-giorgos-tserionis-performance-homo-urbanus-audit-2/
LOCATION:The City of Athens Gallery\, Municipal Gallery of Athens\, Athens\, Athens\, 104 36\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY,THEATER
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SUMMARY:Giorgos Louloudis: The Path of Light – The Innate
DESCRIPTION:In his new solo exhibition at Gallery Genesis\, Giorgos Louloudis places light centre stage\, moving beyond its role as a mere physical phenomenon.The artist turns his focus toward the small Greek chapels and their unique relationship with the landscape\, transforming them into potent symbols of hope\, silence\, and internal quest. These works function as quiet stations of contemplation\, where physical space and psychological experience are inextricably linked.\n\nThrough a powerful expressionist style\, Louloudis’s painted surfaces gain emotional intensity and depth. Light becomes an inner necessity\, a force that guides the viewer toward a deeply personal reading of the work. This exhibition speaks to the universal need for solace and the enduring power of hope\, asserting art’s ability to serve as a point of renewal and reflection in demanding times.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOpening: Thursday\, May 7 at 20:00. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOpening hours: Tuesday\, Thursday\, Friday: 12:00–21:00; Saturday: 12:00–15:00. Closed on Monday\, Wednesday & Sunday.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/giorgos-louloudis-the-path-of-light-the-innate/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:Genesis Gallery\, Ippokratous 121\, Athens\, Athens\, 114 72\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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SUMMARY:Christina Paraskevopoulou: Symbioses
DESCRIPTION:Christina Paraskevopoulou invites us to look at the world around us as if through a magnifying glass. In her latest body of work\, titled “Symbioses”\, the artist paints the hidden stories unfolding on the ground\, in the seas\, and along the shores where life continues quietly and magically.\n\nUsing ink and fine markers on paper\, she creates intricate shapes and patterns that resemble living organisms or endless threads woven together. Her works are more than just images; they are an “ecological message” about the resilience of nature and the beauty of the microscopic life we so often overlook.\n\nIt’s an invitation to pause for a moment and lose yourself in a world full of colour and detail\, discovering how everything in nature coexists\, blooms\, and renews itself.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOpening hours: Tuesday\, Thursday\, Friday: 17:30–20:30; Wednesday\, Saturday: 12:00–15:00. Closed on Monday & Sunday.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/christina-paraskevopoulou-symbioses/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:Artshot – Sophia Gaitani\, 11 Lempesi\, Athens\, 117 42\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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SUMMARY:Athina Pappa: Angel Energy
DESCRIPTION:Art Zone 42 Gallery presents “Angel Energy”\, the latest body of work by Athina Pappa. This exhibition marks a poignant transition from organic matter to the ethereal\, shifting from recognisable forms toward a more internal\, abstract experience. It is a natural evolution of her previous artistic explorations\, this time carving out a more spiritual path where imagery is liberated from traditional shapes\, operating instead through the interplay of colour\, light\, and rhythm.\n\nIn “Angel Energy”\, figurative references recede\, making way for expansive colour fields\, rich textures\, and repeating motifs that encourage the eye to move freely across the canvas. Rather than following a strict narrative\, the exhibition offers a visceral experience; viewers are invited to find their own personal connection to themes of elevation\, energy\, and spiritual fluidity. It is a thoughtful artistic proposition that brings a sense of stillness\, light\, and internal shift to the heart of the city.\n\nOpening hours: Tuesday\, Thursday\, Friday: 15:00–21:00; Wednesday\, Saturday: 12:00–16:00. Closed on Monday & Sunday.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/athina-pappa-angel-energy/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:Art Zone 42\, Vasileos Konstantinou 42\, Athens\, 116 35\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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SUMMARY:Marilia Fotopoulou: Iconostases
DESCRIPTION:The Ileana Tounta Contemporary Art Centre presents “Iconostases”\, a solo exhibition by Marilia Fotopoulou. This visual proposition turns its gaze toward a subject that is deeply familiar yet often bypassed in our daily lives: the roadside shrines encountered across the Greek landscape. The artist approaches these small\, metallic markers of memory and faith not merely as elements of the scenery\, but as vessels for personal histories\, collective sensitivity\, and profound cultural continuity.\n\nUsing the language of contemporary fine-art photography\, the exhibition illuminates the relationship between the individual and the road\, exploring themes of loss\, memory\, and the urban environment. Fotopoulou’s works do not simply document a characteristic Greek sight; they transform it into a field of observation and reflection. This is a show that invites us to look again at what we pass by every day\, discovering within these shrines a unique weight of emotion\, tradition\, and silent witness. The exhibition works well the Eugenia Grigoraki’s exhibition\, also on view at the gallery\, giving you a broader perspective on this distinctive symbol of the Greek landscape.\n\nOpening hours: Tuesday\, Thursday: 15:00–20:00; Wednesday\, Friday: 12:00–20:00; Saturday: 12:00–16:00. Closed on Monday & Sunday.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/marilia-fotopoulou-iconostases/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:Ileana Tounta Contemporary Art Centre\, 48 Armatolon-Klefton\, Athens\, 114 71\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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SUMMARY:Evgenia Grigoraki: Roadside Shrines
DESCRIPTION:The Ileana Tounta Contemporary Art Centre presents a solo exhibition by Evgenia Grigoraki titled “Roadside Shrines”\, a photographic series focusing on a familiar yet often overlooked element of the Greek landscape. Through a personal and direct lens\, the artist approaches these shrines not merely as markers of memory and faith\, but as small\, paradoxical presences that persist in inhabiting public spaces—alongside roads\, around bends\, and throughout our daily commutes.\n\nThe strength of the exhibition lies in this experiential\, almost tender observation. Under Grigoraki’s gaze\, these shrines are transformed into objects of artistic exploration\, highlighting their enduring stability and the specific meaning they continue to hold within Greek society. It is an exhibition that bridges the everyday gaze with folk tradition\, inviting us to pause once more before one of the most characteristic and poignant sights of the Greek roadside. Presented alongside Marilia Fotopoulou’s exhibition\, the show will offer you the chance to explore two different yet complementary photographic interpretations of the same subject.\n\nOpening hours: Tuesday\, Thursday: 15:00–20:00; Wednesday\, Friday: 12:00–20:00; Saturday: 12:00–16:00. Closed on Monday & Sunday.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/evgenia-grigoraki-roadside-shrines/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:Ileana Tounta Contemporary Art Centre\, 48 Armatolon-Klefton\, Athens\, 114 71\, Greece
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SUMMARY:Dr. Yiannis N. Tzortzis: Greenland
DESCRIPTION:The gallery a.antonopoulou.art hosts the solo photography exhibition “Greenland” by Dr. Yiannis N. Tzortzis\, a body of work that seamlessly merges artistic sensitivity with a sharp environmental consciousness. Through his lens\, the frozen landscapes of the North are revealed in all their rare beauty and profound fragility\, opening an essential dialogue on the climate crisis and the complex relationship between humanity and the natural world. Here\, the image transcends simple documentation; it becomes a catalyst for reflection.\n\nThe exhibition carries significant weight as it highlights the delicate balance between natural heritage\, the geopolitical importance of resources\, and our collective responsibility toward the environment. Viewers are invited to perceive Greenland not merely as a site of immense aesthetic power\, but as one of the most critical frontiers for contemplating the planet’s present and future. This is a multi-layered experience with a clear ecological and contemporary footprint.\n\nOpening: Thursday\, May 7 at 19:00.\n\nOpening hours: Wednesday\, Thursday\, Friday: 14:00–20:00; Saturday: 12:00–16:00. Closed on Monday\, Tuesday & Sunday.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/dr-yiannis-n-tzortzis-greenland/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:a.antonopoulou.art Gallery\, 20 Aristofanous\, Athens\, 105 54\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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SUMMARY:Dimitris Rentoumis: Solo Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Crux Galerie presents the solo exhibition of Dimitris Rentoumis. Through his new series of works\, the artist “dialogues” with the transient and fragile nature of paper\, experimenting with the transition from a two-dimensional image to a three-dimensional variable materiality. He transforms paper surfaces into sculptural forms that occupy the space.\n\nWith a rich journey that includes studies at the Athens School of Fine Arts and the Netherlands\, as well as participation in prestigious programmes such as Jan van Eyck and Onassis Air\, the creator brings a proposal to Athens that balances the delicacy of the material with the dynamics of the installation.\n\nThis is a unique opportunity for the public to discover how paper can “breathe” and develop beyond the boundaries of the frame\, creating a living visual environment.\n\nOpening hours: Wednesday–Friday: 12:00–20:00; Saturday: 12:00–16:00. Closed on Monday\, Tuesday & Sunday.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/dimitris-rentoumis-solo-exhibition/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:Crux Gallery\, 4 Sekeri\, Athens\, 106 74\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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SUMMARY:Inna Orlik: The Permanent Collection
DESCRIPTION:Orlik Gallery invites the This is Athens City Festival audience to a distinctive encounter with the visual universe of Inna Orlik. This exhibition brings to the fore a world where contemporary painting enters into a dialogue with mythology\, nature\, and the human experience\, creating an environment rich in symbolism and layers of interpretation.\n\nDefined by bold colours\, complex textures\, and a singular painterly language\, Orlik’s works move between the visible and the suggestive\, the personal and the collective. The artist transforms the canvas into a space for narrative and exploration\, inviting the viewer to discover forms\, symbols\, and underlying connections. It is an exhibition tailored for those seeking not only aesthetic intensity in contemporary art but also a substantial\, resonant depth.\n\nOpening hours: Daily: 12:00–18:00.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/inna-orlik-the-permanent-collection/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:Orlik Gallery\, 3 Palaiologou Benizelou\, Athens\, 105 56\, Greece
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SUMMARY:Athina Latina: Latin American Festival in Athens
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nEmbassies\, 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.\n\nThe 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.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/athina-latina-latin-american-festival-in-athens/
LOCATION:Klafthmonos Square\, Klaftmonos Square\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 61\, Greece
CATEGORIES:DANCE,DJ SET,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE,GASTRONOMY,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
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SUMMARY:World of Beer Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nAt 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.\n\nLaughter 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.\n\nBook your tickets now and get ready for a three-day event that has it all—always enjoying responsibly!
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/world-of-beer-festival-2026/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:Technopolis City of Athens\, Pireos 100\, Athens\, Athens\, 118 54\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CONCERT,DJ SET,ENTERTAINMENT,GASTRONOMY
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SUMMARY:Synaesthesia: When Sound Meets Colour
DESCRIPTION:The concept of “Synaesthesia” takes shape through a unique concert that dissolves the boundaries between the arts. Set in a space surrounded by paintings\, sound and colour become one\, offering visitors a rare\, hour-long multi-sensory experience.\n\nThe distinct combination of the bassoon and the harp creates a tonal spectrum full of contrasts: from the deep\, expressive voice of the bassoon to the ethereal and transparent texture of the harp. The audience will have the chance to enjoy works by great composers such as Vivaldi\, Mendelssohn\, Saint-Saëns\, Piazzolla\, and Marcussen\, in a musical dialogue that transforms the acoustic experience into a visual reality.\n\nThis artistic “ritual” is guided by two distinguished soloists: Vasilis Priovolos is a doctor of musical performance and a leading bassoonist with an extensive academic and orchestral career (ERT\, Philharmonia\, University of Athens). Lilia Esipova is an award-winning harpist originally from Moscow\, with years in the most important orchestras in Greece and abroad (ERT National Symphony Orchestra\, Camerata).\n\nReservations open one week before the event at 12:00 pm.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/synaesthesia-when-sound-meets-colour/
LOCATION:The City of Athens Gallery\, Municipal Gallery of Athens\, Athens\, Athens\, 104 36\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CONCERT,EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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SUMMARY:First Cemetery of Athens: An Open-Air Sculpture Gallery II
DESCRIPTION:While Halepas’s “Sleeping Maiden” is undoubtedly the most iconic sculpture in Athens’ First Cemetery\, the beauty of this open-air museum goes far beyond its famous headline acts.\n\nAs part of the This is Athens City Festival 2026\, archaeologist and guide Michalis Giohalas invites us to step off the main path. We’ll be heading up the winding\, uphill trails to discover a lesser-known but equally breathtaking side of Modern Greek sculpture. Far from the usual tourist spots\, you’ll encounter imposing mausoleums and monuments where a grand passion for legacy meets a crushing\, powerful silence.\n\nIn this unique space\, the mortal world seems to hold a quiet conversation with the immortal. This tour shines a light on hidden masterpieces and the moving human stories behind them\, offering a deeply personal look at the artistic and historical heritage of Athens.\n\nMeeting Point: Main Entrance of the First Cemetery of Athens (at the end of Anapafseos Street).\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.\n\n 
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/first-cemetery-of-athens-an-open-air-sculpture-gallery-ii/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:First Cemetery of Athens\, Logginou 3\, Athens\, Athens\, 116 36\, Greece
CATEGORIES:FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,TOUR
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SUMMARY:Gerasimos Galiatsatos: Phi of Light
DESCRIPTION:What happens when mathematical perfection meets inner revelation? In “Phi of Light”\, an exhibition by Gerasimos Galiatsatos curated by mosaico\, art transcends simple representation. It becomes\, as the psychologist and author Rollo May might suggest\, a “revelation of new forms of being. The artist brings viewers face-to-face with two fundamental forces:\n\n 	The Golden Ratio: Named in honour of Phidias\, the Golden Ratio is the mathematical code of absolute harmony in nature and architecture. For Galiatsatos\, phi (φ) is not merely a rule of matter\, but the aesthetic imprint of psychological balance. \n 	The Light: The force that reveals and purifies. Drawing inspiration from Jungian thought\, the artist treats light as the medium through which “darkness becomes conscious.” \n\nEach work in the collection acts as a luminous mediator\, inviting the viewer to discover an internal order within the chaos. This exhibition functions as a ritual\, inviting us to look beyond the obvious and seek our own facet of reality through brilliance and geometry.\n\nOpening hours: Monday–Friday: 18:00–21:00; Saturday: 12:30–15:00. Closed on Sunday.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/gerasimos-galiatsatos-phi-of-light/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:Mosaico Fine Art Studio\, Kesarias 18-20\, Athens\, Athens\, 115 27\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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SUMMARY:Yucatan pres. Sensory
DESCRIPTION:Yucatan meets Sensory Production for an extraordinary night on the Jacaranda path at Zappeion\, one of spring’s most cinematic locations in Athens. Beneath the canopy of blooming purple trees\, these two creative powerhouses are setting up an open-air club that blends cutting-edge electronic sounds with a meticulously crafted aesthetic.\n\nThe setting\, the season\, and the soundtrack converge to create an unforgettable backdrop\, an evening poised on the edge of fashion\, art\, and after-hours beats\, in what is easily the city’s most spirited springtime clandestine link-up. \n\nFor one night\, the Zappeion gardens will be transformed into a stage of rhythm and style\, showcasing the most contemporary\, outward-looking face of Athens. It’s a springtime outing that perfectly pairs natural beauty with urban finesse and high-energy beats.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/yucatan-pres-sensory/
LOCATION:Zappeion Megaron\, Zappeion Hall\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 57\, Greece
CATEGORIES:DJ SET,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,PARTY
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260509T233000
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SUMMARY:Queer Movie Nights 2026
DESCRIPTION:Queer Movie Nights are bringing an open\, vibrant\, and inclusive celebration of LGBTQI+ cinema right to the heart of Athens. Through a curated selection of queer feature films\, shorts\, documentaries\, and homegrown Greek productions\, this event creates a vital meeting point where queer stories find visibility\, a voice\, and an audience. This initiative has already carved out a permanent spot on the city’s cultural map as a platform for expression\, coexistence\, and acceptance.\n\nBeyond the silver screen\, Queer Movie Nights act as a safe space for dialogue and connection where every viewer can truly be themselves\, share experiences\, and see the world through diverse\, colourful perspectives. It’s a celebration of diversity\, cinematic creativity\, and the unique power of the big screen to bring people closer together.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/queer-movie-nights-2026/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:Trianon Cinema\, Kodrigktonos 21\, Athens\, Athens\, 104 34\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CINEMA,ENTERTAINMENT
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260509T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260509T203000
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SUMMARY:Yoga Sessions
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nAs part of the This is Athens City Festival\, our Yoga Sessions are back\, inviting you to roll out your mat on the grass and get in sync with your body and breath. Practising under the shade of the trees with the open sky above is a total game-changer\, it’s a chance to reconnect with yourself and the city in a whole new way.\n\nWe’ve got some fantastic instructors on hand to guide everyone from total beginners to seasoned yogis through a harmonious flow focused on balance\, focus\, and finding that inner alignment. Every inhale brings a fresh burst of energy\, and every exhale lets go of the day’s tension.\n\nIt’s that lovely moment when Athens reveals its serene side—a gentle reminder that wellbeing isn’t a luxury\, it’s a rhythm we can all find together.\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/yoga-sessions/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:Rizari Park\, Rizari 5\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 76\, Greece
CATEGORIES:FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,SPORTS & WELLNESS
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260509T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260509T233000
DTSTAMP:20260417T205847
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SUMMARY:ATHENS: AM Extended - Beyond the Lens
DESCRIPTION:A high-tech\, multi-sensory deep dive into the city’s midnight soul with photographer Thanasis Karatzas and multimedia director Byron Nikolopoulos teaming up to breathe life into 88 iconic black-and-white shots of Athens captured between 2008 and 2022. Hosted at the cutting-edge METACOSMOI space right in the heart of the city\, they’ve turned static images into a living\, breathing digital playground.\n\nUsing Augmented Reality (AR)\, VR\, and sleek video projections\, the exhibition takes classic street photography and adds movement\, sound\, and a splash of colour. The project is fresh off international acclaim at Paris Photo and Photo London\, so we’re thrilled to bring it back to the very streets that inspired it. You’ll see Athens as a “palimpsest”\, a city of layers where ancient history\, gritty urban vibes\, and the digital future all sit at the same table.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/athens-am-extended-beyond-the-lens/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:metacosmoi\, 44 Geraniou\, Αθήνα\, 104 31\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260510T160000
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SUMMARY:Nikolas Klironomos: A Retrospective (1985–2025)
DESCRIPTION:This major retrospective is a brilliant place to start looking into the work of Nikolas Klironomos\, an artist who has spent decades masterfully blurring the lines between fine art and set design.\n\nKlironomos doesn’t just paint; he “directs” his canvases. Think of him as a visual filmmaker who takes the raw\, chaotic energy of Athens\, our streets\, our faces\, our light\, and filters it through a lens of memory and emotion.\n\nIn this exhibition\, the mundane meets the dreamlike. You’ll see the changing seasons of the city tangled up with those small\, quirky moments that make life in Athens so unique. By playing with vibrant palettes and some rather unusual materials\, he creates scenes that feel like they’re in constant motion. It’s a bit like catching a glimpse of Athens from a moving Vespa—everything is fluid\, poetic\, and strangely alive.\n\nThis exhibition is designed to speak directly to your heart and your memory. What’s truly clever is how Klironomos takes “the bits and bobs” of life\, those fragmented\, everyday moments\, and gives them a sense of grandeur and importance. It’s a proper journey into the hidden corners of time and what it actually means to be human.\n\nOpening hours: Tuesday–Saturday: 11:00–19:00; Sunday: 10:00–16:00. Closed on Monday.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/nikolas-klironomos-a-retrospective-1985-2025/2026-05-10/
LOCATION:The City of Athens Gallery\, Municipal Gallery of Athens\, Athens\, Athens\, 104 36\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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SUMMARY:Giorgos Tserionis: AFTER
DESCRIPTION:Through his works\, Giorgos Tserionis captures the life cycle of homo urbanus\, using a diverse array of materials such as clay\, marble\, metal\, and latex. The artist creates a contemporary “archaeology” from ruins\, building skeletons\, and debris\, highlighting the daily struggle for survival and the eternal search for a better life.\n\nSet within a historic neoclassical building in Metaxourgeio\, his work functions as a memento mori that\, while underscoring human fragility\, is not devoid of hope.\n\nBy juxtaposing darkness with light and “hazard yellow” with earthy tones\, the creator leads us beneath the surface of things\, offering a compassionate look at the hardships of modern man and giving a wink to the future with his own version of “and they lived happily ever after.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOpening hours: Tuesday–Saturday: 11:00–19:00; Sunday: 10:00–16:00. Closed on Monday.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/giorgos-tserionis-after/2026-05-10/
LOCATION:The City of Athens Gallery\, Municipal Gallery of Athens\, Athens\, Athens\, 104 36\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260510T200000
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SUMMARY:Fun Vibes Family Festival
DESCRIPTION:One of the city’s most beautiful green lungs is being transformed into a massive playground for a day. As part of the This is Athens City Festival\, Rizari Park is hosting an all-day fest dedicated to kids\, families\, and the pure joy of getting active.\n\nThink of it as the ultimate outdoor reset. Through a mix of sports\, games\, and creative activities\, this is a chance for families to bond away from the glow of their screens. Whether you’re competing in team games or trying out new wellness activities\, the focus is on teamwork\, well-being\, and all-around joy.\n\nIt’s the perfect excuse to grab the trainers\, round up the kids\, and head to the park for a day of fresh air and high energy. In a city as bustling as Athens\, this is a rare moment to slow down (or speed up!) and reconnect with nature and each other through play.\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/fun-vibes-family-festival/
LOCATION:Rizari Park\, Rizari 5\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 76\, Greece
CATEGORIES:DJ SET,ENTERTAINMENT,FOR KIDS,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,SPORTS & WELLNESS,THEATER
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260510T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260510T180000
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SUMMARY:Inna Orlik: The Permanent Collection
DESCRIPTION:Orlik Gallery invites the This is Athens City Festival audience to a distinctive encounter with the visual universe of Inna Orlik. This exhibition brings to the fore a world where contemporary painting enters into a dialogue with mythology\, nature\, and the human experience\, creating an environment rich in symbolism and layers of interpretation.\n\nDefined by bold colours\, complex textures\, and a singular painterly language\, Orlik’s works move between the visible and the suggestive\, the personal and the collective. The artist transforms the canvas into a space for narrative and exploration\, inviting the viewer to discover forms\, symbols\, and underlying connections. It is an exhibition tailored for those seeking not only aesthetic intensity in contemporary art but also a substantial\, resonant depth.\n\nOpening hours: Daily: 12:00–18:00.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/inna-orlik-the-permanent-collection/2026-05-10/
LOCATION:Orlik Gallery\, 3 Palaiologou Benizelou\, Athens\, 105 56\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260510T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260510T233000
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SUMMARY:World of Beer Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nAt 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.\n\nLaughter 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.\n\nBook your tickets now and get ready for a three-day event that has it all—always enjoying responsibly!
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/world-of-beer-festival-2026/2026-05-10/
LOCATION:Technopolis City of Athens\, Pireos 100\, Athens\, Athens\, 118 54\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CONCERT,DJ SET,ENTERTAINMENT,GASTRONOMY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260510T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260510T230000
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SUMMARY:Flare the Square 2026
DESCRIPTION:The This is Athens City Festival and Ministry Of Concrete (MOC) are renewing their vows for another epic skateboarding takeover of Kotzia Square. For one day only\, the massive plaza in front of City Hall is transformed into a sprawling\, state-of-the-art skate park\, welcoming a mix of pro riders and local amateurs.\n\nExpect high-speed lines\, gravity-defying tricks\, and that raw\, unfiltered street energy that defines Athenian skate culture. With massive DJ sets pumping through the speakers and the aroma of local street food filling the air\, Athens transforms into an urban stage for this celebration of movement\, creativity\, and the city’s vibrant youth scene.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/flare-the-square-2026/
LOCATION:Kotzia Square\, Kotzia Square\, Αθήνα\, Athens\, 105 51\, Greece
CATEGORIES:DJ SET,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,SPORTS & WELLNESS
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260510T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260510T190000
DTSTAMP:20260417T205848
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SUMMARY:A Three-Star Architectural Crown: The Neoclassical Trilogy of Athens
DESCRIPTION:The University\, the Academy\, and the National Library form the absolute crown jewels of our city’s architecture\, the ultimate Trilogy that defined the look of modern Athens.\n\nBut there’s way more to these marble marvels than just a good photo op. As part of this year’s This is Athens City Festival\, we are hitting the pavement with archaeologist and top-tier guide Michalis Giohalas. Michalis won’t just point at statues; he’s here to spill the secrets\, symbols\, and big ideas hidden behind those famous facades. You’ll discover how 19th-century architects tried to build a “bridge” between the glory of Ancient Greece and the newly formed Greek state. Think of it as a deep dive into Athens’ DNA\, explaining how statues\, towering columns\, and tiny decorative details all played a part in a young nation’s vision.\n\nIt’s history\, but with a pulse. Whether you’re a fresh arrival to the city or a long-term expat who walks past these buildings every day\, this tour will make you see the centre of Athens in a completely new light.\n\nMeeting Point: The Propylaea of the University of Athens (Right outside “Panepistimio” Metro station\, University exit). \n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/a-three-star-architectural-crown-the-neoclassical-trilogy-of-athens-3/
LOCATION:Athens Trilogy\, Panepistimiou 39\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 64\, Greece
CATEGORIES:FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,TOUR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260510T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260510T233000
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SUMMARY:Queer Movie Nights 2026
DESCRIPTION:Queer Movie Nights are bringing an open\, vibrant\, and inclusive celebration of LGBTQI+ cinema right to the heart of Athens. Through a curated selection of queer feature films\, shorts\, documentaries\, and homegrown Greek productions\, this event creates a vital meeting point where queer stories find visibility\, a voice\, and an audience. This initiative has already carved out a permanent spot on the city’s cultural map as a platform for expression\, coexistence\, and acceptance.\n\nBeyond the silver screen\, Queer Movie Nights act as a safe space for dialogue and connection where every viewer can truly be themselves\, share experiences\, and see the world through diverse\, colourful perspectives. It’s a celebration of diversity\, cinematic creativity\, and the unique power of the big screen to bring people closer together.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/queer-movie-nights-2026/2026-05-10/
LOCATION:Trianon Cinema\, Kodrigktonos 21\, Athens\, Athens\, 104 34\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CINEMA,ENTERTAINMENT
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260510T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260510T210000
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SUMMARY:The Embassy of Bulgaria Presents the Quintet “Seasons”
DESCRIPTION:The Embassy of Bulgaria in Athens and the This is Athens City Festival present the “Seasons” Quintet – one of the most prominent ensembles on the contemporary Bulgarian music scene. Founded in 1996\, the group comprises distinguished musicians with international careers and creates an elegant bridge between the mandolin tradition and the high standards of European chamber music. Having released four albums and won awards at prestigious international competitions\, the ensemble has performed across Europe\, the USA and Asia. They impress audiences with their stylistically rich repertoire\, which ranges from classical masterpieces to contemporary works\, including original music by the Bulgarian\ncomposer Rossen Balkanski.\n\nIn their performances\, the musicians combine Bulgarian musical traditions with the latest European trends. Don’t miss this concert\, where Evdokia Bobotsova (mandolin)\, Rossen Idealov (clarinet)\, Milen Djurov and Rossen Balkanski (guitars) and Ivo Alexandrov (cello) will take you on an unforgettable musical journey!
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/embassy-bulgaria-presents-quintet-seasons/
LOCATION:National Historical Museum\, Stadiou 13\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 61\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CONCERT,DANCE,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260510T230000
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SUMMARY:Athens All Star Party 2026
DESCRIPTION:There is nothing quite like watching the sunrise over the Parthenon while the bass is still dropping and the city’s heart starts beating a little faster. On the legendary “city balcony\,” suspended between the starlight and the city lights below\, the Lycabettus Hill parking lot is transforming once again into the country’s most iconic open-air dancefloor.\n\nThis is Athens City Festival invites the city’s top promoters who join joining forces to create a night of pure\, unadulterated ecstasy. Imagine thousands of people gathering at the summit for a marathon of electronic beats and an electric atmosphere that you can feel from miles away.\n\nWith a panoramic view that literally takes your breath away\, this is where high-octane club culture meets the vastness of the Attic sky. It has officially reached must-attend status for May\, confirming Athens as the nightlife capital of the Mediterranean.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/athens-all-star-party-2026/
LOCATION:Lycabettus Theatre Parking Lot\, Lycabettus Hill\, Athens\, Athens\, 114 71\, Greece
CATEGORIES:DJ SET,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,PARTY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260510T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260510T233000
DTSTAMP:20260417T205848
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T134051Z
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SUMMARY:ATHENS: AM Extended - Beyond the Lens
DESCRIPTION:A high-tech\, multi-sensory deep dive into the city’s midnight soul with photographer Thanasis Karatzas and multimedia director Byron Nikolopoulos teaming up to breathe life into 88 iconic black-and-white shots of Athens captured between 2008 and 2022. Hosted at the cutting-edge METACOSMOI space right in the heart of the city\, they’ve turned static images into a living\, breathing digital playground.\n\nUsing Augmented Reality (AR)\, VR\, and sleek video projections\, the exhibition takes classic street photography and adds movement\, sound\, and a splash of colour. The project is fresh off international acclaim at Paris Photo and Photo London\, so we’re thrilled to bring it back to the very streets that inspired it. You’ll see Athens as a “palimpsest”\, a city of layers where ancient history\, gritty urban vibes\, and the digital future all sit at the same table.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/athens-am-extended-beyond-the-lens/2026-05-10/
LOCATION:metacosmoi\, 44 Geraniou\, Αθήνα\, 104 31\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE
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