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SUMMARY:How to Fit Inside the City
DESCRIPTION:The work of Haris Baskozos is compelling not only for its final forms but also for the sources of inspiration behind them. The artist studied architecture at the National Technical University of Athens and fine arts at the Athens School of Fine Arts. When drawing from his background in architecture\, his work leans toward a rectilinear style that echoes urban planning and evokes a kind of “emotional Mondrian.” In these compositions\, consciousness seems to take the lead. In contrast\, when his fine arts training prevails\, his work shifts towards a freer\, more instinctive expression\, dominated by human-like forms and influenced by art brut\, where the unconscious plays the central role. In both cases\, the final result is not a strict monologue of either approach\, but rather a dialogue—one side mostly leading\, the other echoing through. In this way\, Baskozos offers a fascinating visual argument: the idea of collectivity (the city) tends to be shaped through a more conscious process\, while reflections on individuality (the human being) emerge through the unconscious. \n\nOpening hours: Tuesday\, Thursday\, Friday: 12:00–20:00 Wednesday & Saturday: 12:00–16:00
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/how-to-fit-inside-the-city/2025-05-17/
LOCATION:Athens Gallery7\, Solonos 20\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 73\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250517T223000
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SUMMARY:6th Crime Fiction Festival
DESCRIPTION:The 6th Agatha Crime Fiction Festival is a fact!\n\nThe landmark event for Greek crime fiction returns for the sixth consecutive year to bring together readers\, writers\, and publishers in the great celebration of books.\n\nThe festival’s activities culminate over the three-day period of May 16\, 17\, and 18\, 2025\, at the War Museum (Vasilissis Sofias & Rizari 2\, Athens).\n\nTickets:\n\nDaily: 6€\n3day: 14€\n\nSaturday\, May 17th – Great Hall\n\n16:00: Short film screenings\nThe following films will be screened:\n\nCLEANER Writer / director: Kostas Gerbanis.\n\nLou Script / direction: Antonina Frokou.\n\nInBetween Script / direction: Eva Kazantzi.\n\nThat Night Script / direction: Konstantinos Gourgitis.\n\nThe Blue Whale (Η Μπλε Φάλαινα) Script / direction: Panagiotis Glynos.\n\nThe Gardener’s Death (Ο θάνατος του Κηπουρού) Script / direction: Christina Spiliopoulou.\nThe films and directors will be presented by author Vangelis Bekas.\nThe event is supported by New York College.\n\n18:00: Music in crime fiction\nAn original radio show that will be recorded\, featuring a variety of songs from crime fiction novels.\nSpeakers: Nikos Georgiadis (author)\, Thanasis Lazaridis (radio producer)\, Hilda Papadimitriou (author\, translator).\n\n19:30: Tribute: Jean-Christophe Grangé\nThe master of French crime novels\, suspense\, and plot twists in Athens. Presentation and speech by the French author and journalist Jean-Christophe Grangé for the first time in Greece\, in collaboration with the French Institute and Kalentis Publications.\nSpeakers: Grigoris Azariadis (author\, crime fiction critic)\, Eleonora Orfanidou (journalist\, radio producer)\, Makis Provatas (journalist\, author).\nThere will be consecutive interpretation at the event by Nevi Groullero.\n\n21:00: Theatre: “Resorts and Coffins”\nAn original theatrical performance with the collaboration of all participants\, directed by Efrosyni Giannakena.\nDialogues: Grigoris Azariadis\, Andy Vrosgos\, Christos Giannakenas\, Georgia Papalymperi.\nChoreography: Alexandros Georgiou.\nCast: Grigoris Azariadis\, Erika Athanasiou\, Andy Vrosgos\, Christos Giannakenas\, Minos Efstathiadis\, Spyros Kakatsakis\, Giannis Moschos\, Elena Bolonasi\, Vaso Papadopoulou\, Tessi Papathanasiou\, Georgia Papalymperi\, Ioanna Petridou\, Angelos Chariatis\, Elena Chousni\, Giannis Choutopoulos.\nSpecial appearance: Giannis Panousis.\n\nSaturday\, May 17th – Rigas Feraios Hall\n\n18:00 – 19:30: Romanian crime fiction: The Teodorescu case\nSpeakers: Bogdan Hrib (author and publisher)\, Angela Bratsou (translator)\, Nestoras Poulakos (publisher).\nThere will be consecutive interpretation at the event by Angela Bratsou.\n\n19:30 – 22:00: Studio Phonetics: “Criminal” songs\nPerforming: Manos Agaoglou\, Aleka Arvaniti\, Youli Arvaniti\, Margarita Georga\, Ansy Georgoula\, Alexandros Dioskouridis\, Iasonas Drakakakis\, Katerina Zacharopoulou\, Andreas Koulouris\, Noni Liska\, Giorgos Miminis\, Dionysis Bafes\, Konstantinos Bertsias\, Lila Pitta\, Eleana Polychronidi\, Sotiris Smeros\, Giannis Tsitsinis\, Dimitra Fevga.\nGuided by: Marita Kapsanaki\, Dimitris Katakouzinos\, Michalis Smeros.\n\nSaturday\, May 17th – Adamantios Korais Hall\n\n18:30 – 19:30: Escape Book: ASYLUM 616\nThe author of the book “ASYLUM 616\,” Kostas Chamalakis\, discusses escape books with translator Nikos Stratigakis. An interactive game for the audience based on the book’s riddles will be presented.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/6th-crime-fiction-festival-2/
LOCATION:War Museum\, Rizari 2-4\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 75\, Greece
CATEGORIES:LITERATURE
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SUMMARY:Yucatan
DESCRIPTION:The name Yucatan has become synonymous with some of the most impressive parties in recent years. This trend-setting team\, which has managed to turn its lifestyle into a movement\, joins forces with Sensory Production to bring their magic to the This is Athens City Festival.\n\nKnown for their attention to detail\, collaborations with acclaimed artists\, and seamless blend of music\, fashion\, and art\, the two teams unite their creative forces to transform the path lined with jacarandas at Zappeion into a unique open-air club—featuring incredible music and an unforgettable atmosphere.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/yucatan/
LOCATION:Zappeion Megaron\, Zappeion Hall\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 57\, Greece
CATEGORIES:DJ SET,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,PARTY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250517T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250517T190000
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SUMMARY:Lykeion ton Ellinidon
DESCRIPTION:The Lykeion of Greek Women (L.G.W.)\, a non-profit organization\, was founded in 1911 by Kallirroi Sigano-Parren\, a pioneer of the feminist movement and volunteering in Greece.\n\nThe organization is structured into various sections\, established to fully achieve its multiple objectives. The 1911 charter included only 4 sections\, each divided into smaller committees. Today\, the Lykeion consists of 17 sections\, one of which is the National Dances Section.\n\nThe Lykeion’s Dance Group will present a program of representative traditional Greek dances\, accompanied by live traditional music\, providing the audience with the opportunity to admire the diversity of Greek regional costumes.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/lykeion-ton-ellinidon/
LOCATION:National Garden\, Vas. Amalias 1\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 57\, Greece
CATEGORIES:DANCE,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250517T230000
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SUMMARY:Pratinou Street Party
DESCRIPTION:A real and vibrant neighborhood in the city center is celebrating! Pepper 96.6 and the shops on Pratinou Street in Pagrati invite you to a unique Street Party for everyone. Get ready for a Saturday afternoon full of music\, food\, drinks\, window shopping\, and endless fun! From 6 in the afternoon\, the beloved Pepper 96.6 radio producers Lefteris Kefalas and Dj Spector\,  take over the decks to get everyone\, young and old\, excited with their top music choices. A celebration for all ages\, a celebration that brings to life the image of the neighborhood we all love and dream of!
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/pratinou-street-party/
LOCATION:Pratinou Street\, Pratinou and Amasias\, Athens\, Athens\, 116 34\, Greece
CATEGORIES:DJ SET,ENTERTAINMENT,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250517T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250517T203000
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SUMMARY:Fairy Tales in the Square: Georgia Haikali - Ioanna Riga - Marina Dakanali
DESCRIPTION:This event will only be available in Greek.\n\nOnce upon a time\, and three times more…\nFairy tales for children aged 6 to 106. G.Haikali\, M.Dakanali\, and I.Riga travel with words and music through time\, continents\, and hearts. Is it dark? Is it far away? Is it suffocating? Spring will reveal its secrets through our melodic fairy tales.\n\nStorytelling by: Georgia Haikali\nVocals/Percussion: Marina Dakanali\nSantouri: Ioanna Riga
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/fairy-tales-in-the-square-haikali-riga-dakanali/
LOCATION:Mesologgiou Square\, Mesologgiou Square\, Athens\, Athens\, 116 34\, Greece
CATEGORIES:ENTERTAINMENT,FOR KIDS,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250517T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250517T230000
DTSTAMP:20260601T012156
CREATED:20250422T130711Z
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SUMMARY:An Evening of Bulgarian Folk Dances in Athens
DESCRIPTION:The Embassy of the Republic of Bulgaria in Greece and the This is Athens City Festival present an evening of traditional Bulgarian dance\, featuring three folklore groups based in Athens. Talented dancers—including students—will perform in traditional costumes\, showcasing vibrant dances from across Bulgaria. Visitors are invited to enjoy a joyful spring evening filled with rhythm\, colour and live music. Let’s all come together in a colourful celebration of dance!
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/an-evening-of-bulgarian-folk-dances-in-athens/
LOCATION:Korai Square\, Korai 1\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 64\, Greece
CATEGORIES:DANCE,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250517T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250517T230000
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SUMMARY:Athens Disco
DESCRIPTION:Record collections come out and the best musical moments from legendary early ’70s clubs fill the city air\, with rare vinyl sets from top Athenian DJs and collectors. A one-of-a-kind tribute to the golden age of disco\, a non-stop quest for the ultimate dance move\, a gathering of the tribe that bows to the mirrorball. The very definition of a party in the heart of Athens.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/athens-disco/
LOCATION:Dragatsaniou Arcade\, Dragatsaniou 8\, Athens\, Athens\, 10561\, Greece
CATEGORIES:DJ SET,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,PARTY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250517T203000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250517T213000
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SUMMARY:De Profundis Live: VBH
DESCRIPTION:Vivaldi – Bach – Handel. Three of the greatest composers of all time—who never met\, but connected through musical script.\n\nJohann Sebastian Bach discovered the music of Antonio Vivaldi through the written page\, learning from the Venetian master’s compositional thinking. Though both German and born in 1685\, Bach and Handel never crossed paths—yet Bach transcribed several works by Handel\, drawn to his style. And Handel’s own music is steeped in the influence of Vivaldi.\n\nThis concert brings the genius of all three together for the first time—through their music—at the atmospheric atrium of the Epigraphic Museum of Athens.\n\nDe Profundis Ensemble\nFirst Violins: Ilias Gyftonikolos\, Zoi Prokopiou\nSecond Violins: Chrysi Tzavla\, Maria Argyri\nViola: Eleni Fourlanou\nCello: Myrto Xirouchaki\nDouble Bass: Giorgos Danis\n\nReservation required.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/de-profundis-live-vbh/
LOCATION:Epigraphic Museum\, Tositsa 1\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 82\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CONCERT,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE,MUSEUM
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