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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/2025-05-23/
LOCATION:Athens Gallery7\, Solonos 20\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 73\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250523T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250523T210000
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CREATED:20250424T104023Z
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SUMMARY:Vassilis Karakatsanis: Urban Tools
DESCRIPTION:Vassilis Karakatsanis invites us on a journey through the spectrum of contemporary existence—a complex\, ever-evolving interplay of memories\, collective narratives and social dynamics. His exhibition Urban Tools unfolds as a compelling dialogue between past and present\, the personal and the monumental. Seven large-scale paintings\, accompanied by numerous smaller works—created using acrylic\, oil and gouache on canvas—invite a deep exploration of life in all its textures and tones. At the heart of Karakatsanis’ practice lies a transcendent inner process shaped by memory and materiality. The exhibition title hints at the hidden mechanisms that define a place’s essence: the subtle\, often invisible tools that help us navigate\, define and interpret the environments we inhabit—as well as those that shape and compose our very being. The urban landscape is not only his subject matter; it becomes his medium. Each brushstroke reveals the layered relationship between its singularity and the stories it holds. Symbols of personal and collective identity\, ideology and emotion are interwoven into the fabric of daily life. \n\nOpening night: Thursday 8 May 2025\, 20:00 \n\nOpening hours: Tuesday\, Thursday & Friday: 12:00–21:00 Saturday: 12:00–15:00 Closed on Monday\, Wednesday and Sunday
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/vassilis-karakatsanis-urban-tools/2025-05-23/
LOCATION:Genesis Gallery\, Ippokratous 121\, Athens\, Athens\, 114 72\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,GALLERY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250523T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250523T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231626
CREATED:20250328T112723Z
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SUMMARY:Discovering Athens Through the Work of Spyros Vassiliou
DESCRIPTION:This activity is only available in Greek. \nPaintings from the archive of Spyros Vasiliou “converse” with exhibits at the Children’s Museum of Athens\, creating an environment that takes us on a journey through early 20th-century Athens.\n\nFamilies with children aged 6-12 are invited to explore the artist’s work\, focusing on the transformations of the urban landscape.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/discovering-athens-through-work-of-spyros-vassiliou/
LOCATION:Hellenic Children’s Museum\, Vas. Georgiou Β΄ 19\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 75\, Greece
CATEGORIES:FOR KIDS,FREE,MUSEUM
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250523T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250523T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231626
CREATED:20250422T121148Z
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SUMMARY:Three-Star Architectural Crown: The Neoclassical Trilogy of Athens
DESCRIPTION:This activity is only available in Greek. \n\nArchaeologist and guide Michalis Giohalas leads a tour of the Athenian Trilogy\, in collaboration with the This is Athens City Festival. The University\, the Academy and the Library—an opus magnum by brothers Hans Christian and Theophil Hansen—form Athens’ famed neoclassical trilogy. Described by Alexandros Philadelpheus as “the architectural triple crown of our city\,” these buildings remain an enduring and iconic landmark. In the heart of the urban fabric\, visual and literary references to ancient history and mythology intertwine with the dominant ideologies of the time. In these structures\, the recent past confronts antiquity—mirroring the spirit\, aspirations and ideals of a bygone era.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/three-star-architectural-crown-the-neoclassical-trilogy-of-athens-3/
LOCATION:Athens Trilogy\, Panepistimiou 39\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 64\, Greece
CATEGORIES:ENTERTAINMENT,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,TOUR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250523T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250523T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231626
CREATED:20250320T143906Z
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SUMMARY:Three-Star Architectural Crown: The Neoclassical Trilogy of Athens
DESCRIPTION:This activity is only available in Greek.\n\nArchaeologist and guide Michalis Giohalas leads a tour of the Athenian Trilogy\, in collaboration with the This is Athens City Festival.\n\nThe University\, the Academy and the Library—an opus magnum by brothers Hans Christian and Theophil Hansen—form Athens’ famed neoclassical trilogy. Described by Alexandros Philadelpheus as “the architectural triple crown of our city\,” these buildings remain an enduring and iconic landmark.\n\nIn the heart of the urban fabric\, visual and literary references to ancient history and mythology intertwine with the dominant ideologies of the time. In these structures\, the recent past confronts antiquity—mirroring the spirit\, aspirations and ideals of a bygone era.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/three-star-architectural-crown-the-neoclassical-trilogy-of-athens-2/
LOCATION:Athens Trilogy\, Panepistimiou 39\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 64\, Greece
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250523T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250523T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231626
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SUMMARY:Fairy Tales in the Park: Sussurades
DESCRIPTION:This activity is only available in Greek. \n\nFairy tales in primo – secondo. A narrative performance of fairy tale duets. Duets that spread wings and fly\, that weave tales from threads of dreams\, lulling us into a sugary sleep on a pillow full of wonder. A red thread binds different places together\, weaving two voices that tell stories—sometimes together\, sometimes one after the other—that have been told\, dreamed\, and sung by the people of the world. Stories shared through conversation\, whispers\, songs\, and even gestures\, all coming to remind us that a deep wish to fly can move both heaven and earth.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/fairy-tales-in-the-park-sussurades/
LOCATION:Prompona Park\, Eratonos 2\, Athens\, Athens\, 111 43\, Greece
CATEGORIES:FOR KIDS,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250523T203000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250523T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231626
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SUMMARY:A Parade with the Agia Fanfara
DESCRIPTION:Agia Fanfara may be humble\, but they’re also a household name. This 25-piece brass\, woodwind and percussion band has earned a kind of superstar status in Greece—not through showmanship\, but through the fierce devotion of its fans. There’s nothing flashy about them\, and none of its members would ever fit into the typical “celebrity” mould. They’ll be joining the This is Athens City Festival for a full-blown Balkan street party\, starting at Attiki Square and dancing its way to Agios Panteleimonas Square.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/parade-with-agia-fanfara/
LOCATION:Attiki Square\, Attiki Square\, Athens\, Athens\, 104 40\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CONCERT,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250523T203000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250523T230000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231626
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SUMMARY:Food and Wine Experience - Aigli Zappiou with Ktima Kir-Yianni
DESCRIPTION:The Greek vineyard meets some of the leading figures of the Athenian culinary scene in some of the city’s most iconic venues. Top labels from beloved Greek estates\, distinguished wines\, as well as well-hidden treasures\, accompany creations that celebrate and showcase the products of the Greek land in surprising pairings.\n\nAthens City Festival  and Wine Style are coming to the Aigli Zappiou restaurant\, bringing with them the top labels from Ktima Kir-Yianni.\n\nWELCOME\n\nScarerdas Freres Hommage Blanc de Noirs NV (Methode Traditionnelle)\n\nMENU\n\nSOURDOUGH BREAD with extra virgin olive oil\n\nATHENIAN SALAD\nKir-Yianni Palpo Single Block (Chardonnay\, 2023)\n\nSHRIMP GIOUVETSI (Orzo pasta with shrimp)\nKir-Yianni Assyrtiko Single Block (Tarsanas\, 2022)\n\nBEEF SIRLOIN with wild asparagus\, seasonal mushrooms\, and Xinomavro sauce\nKir-Yianni Diaporos (Xinomavro\, Syrah\, 2019)\n\nBAKLAVA with pistachio ice cream\nKir-Yianni Chryssogerakas (Gewurztraminer\, Malagousia\, 2021)
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/food-and-wine-experience-aigli-zappiou-with-ktima-kir-yianni/
LOCATION:Aigli Zappeiou\, Aigli Zappeiou\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 57\, Greece
CATEGORIES:GASTRONOMY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231626
CREATED:20250422T075203Z
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SUMMARY:Wellness Weekend with Niki Petroulaki
DESCRIPTION:“Breath of Life” with Niki Petroulaki\nIn your greenery\, I am renewed\n\nGREEN ATHENS | National Garden – Metropolitan Green\, in collaboration with established professionals in the fields of health and wellness\, invites you to a two-day free wellness programme designed to refresh body and mind\, within the rare and enchanting ecosystem of the National Garden of Athens.\n\n24 & 25 May: Experience a unique journey of wellbeing and inner connection\, in the heart of the city\, beneath the trees.\n\nWhy take part?\n\n 	Because you’ll have the chance to join a rich\, holistic two-day programme completely free of charge\n 	Because you’ll be guided by leading professionals in yoga\, pilates\, meditation and personal development\n 	Because it’s a rare opportunity to reconnect with nature in one of Athens’ most beautiful spots\n 	Because you’ll feel the joy of community\, movement\, breath and genuine self-connection\n 	Because your body and mind need it\n\nWhat to expect:\n\n 	Yoga\, Pilates\, Fitness and Meditation sessions\n 	Music experiences that touch the soul\n 	Talks and mini-seminars on self-awareness\, self-improvement and wellbeing\n 	A full programme\, open to all – no restrictions\, no cost\n\nSign up for the “In your greenery\, I am renewed” wellness programme and make space within yourself for greater calm\, care and vitality.\n\nProgramme\n\n10:00 | Power Walk\, Eleni Petroulaki – Fitness Expert\nWalking as a simple and effective form of exercise for body and soul. Let’s walk together.\n\n11:00 | Yin Yoga & Gong Bath Ioanna Koliakoudaki – Vinyasa Yoga Teacher\, Stavros Sachlas – Sound Therapist\nGentle yoga combined with the healing sounds of gong for deep relaxation\, renewal and body-breath awareness.\n\n12:00 | Inner Focus: Cultivate Spiritual Wellbeing\, Nancy Malerou – Master Coach\nTransform anxiety into strength and claim your emotional freedom.\n\n13:00 | Let’s Get Physical – Pilates\, Eleftheria Georgiou – Pilates Instructor\nAn introductory pilates session with a fun\, full-body activation for all levels.\n\n14:00-16:00 Pranic Healing\n\n16:00 | Creative Visualisation\, Christina Pikoula – Mindset Coach\nGuided breathwork and visualisation to connect with your empowered future self.\n\n17:00 | Pilates for All\, Mandy Persaki – Pilates Instructor\nA session focusing on core strength\, flexibility and relaxation\, suitable for all levels.\n\n18:00 | Total Body Workout\, Thodoris Tsounatos – Fitness Trainer\nA complete circuit training session to build strength\, energy and endurance.\n\n19:00 | Prana Yoga Flow\, Nikos Manolis – Senior Yoga Teacher\nA dynamic yet grounding practice that nurtures vitality\, intuition\, balance and mindful movement.\n\nBring your own mat!
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/wellness-weekend-with-niki-petroulaki/
LOCATION:National Garden\, Vas. Amalias 1\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 57\, Greece
CATEGORIES:FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231626
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SUMMARY:Guided Tour at the Elytis House Museum
DESCRIPTION:This activity is only available in Greek. \n\nStep inside the Elytis House Museum\, a neoclassical gem in the heart of Plaka\, and explore the world of Nobel Laureate Odysseas Elytis through a guided tour of its permanent exhibition. Rare manuscripts\, Greek and international editions\, paintings\, personal artefacts\, and the poet’s original writing desk—all housed in the space where he lived and worked for decades—offer an intimate experience of one of Greece’s most iconic literary figures.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/guided-tour-at-the-elytis-house-museum-2/
LOCATION:Elytis’ House – Museum\, Polygnotou 7\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 55\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,LITERATURE,MUSEUM,TOUR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231626
CREATED:20250423T122108Z
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SUMMARY:Cyprus 74 - Never Forget
DESCRIPTION:This activity is only available in Greek. \n\nA guided tour of the memory exhibition marking the 50th anniversary of the Turkish invasion of Cyprus. Through rare posters from the era and corresponding photographic material\, the exhibition aims to highlight the events of the Cypriot tragedy\, the nationwide solidarity with the people of Cyprus\, and their ongoing struggle for freedom and justice.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/cyprus-74-never-forget-2/
LOCATION:National Historical Museum\, Stadiou 13\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 61\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,MUSEUM,TOUR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231626
CREATED:20250509T152502Z
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SUMMARY:Three-Star Architectural Crown: The Neoclassical Trilogy of Athens
DESCRIPTION:This activity is only available in Greek. Archaeologist and guide Michalis Giohalas leads a tour through the Athenian Trilogy\, in collaboration with the This is Athens City Festival. Comprising the University\, the Academy and the Library\, this neoclassical ensemble—designed by brothers Hans Christian and Theophil Hansen—was hailed by Alexandros Philadelpheus as “the architectural triple crown of our city.” Since its completion\, it has stood as one of Athens’ most iconic landmarks. At the heart of the city’s urban fabric\, these buildings weave visual and literary references to ancient history and mythology into the prevailing ideologies of their time—where the recent past engages with antiquity\, reflecting the spirit\, aspirations and ideals of a bygone era.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/three-star-architectural-crown-the-neoclassical-trilogy-of-athens-4/
LOCATION:Athens Trilogy\, Panepistimiou 39\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 64\, Greece
CATEGORIES:FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,TOUR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T130000
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SUMMARY:Fairy Tales in the Museum: Sassa Voulgari
DESCRIPTION:Fairy Tales in the Garden: Sasa Voulgari The Tears of the Earth: The Animals that Speak\, the Trees that Ache…\n\nTrees that hide fairies\, magical fruits\, humble ants\, ducks\, lions\, wolves\, storks\, and proud eagles that gratefully return the good deeds done to them\, people who transform into birds\, trees\, and stars… So much and more is hidden in the magic of old fairy tales! From the ends of the earth and from the depths of time\, old legends and cosmogonic myths reveal to us that all creatures of this earth were once siblings. Animals\, Plants\, and Humans\, we are inseparable parts of our vast world\, with our common destiny being the great Journey of Life with all its adventures and all its beauty. Besides\, “Kosmos” (World) in our beautiful language means ornament!\n\nSasa Voulgari\, a pioneer of neo-narration in Greece\, unravels her fairy tales “as if singing them\,” with vocal improvisations and melismas\, and accompanies them with her strange musical instruments from all over the world.\n\nThe narration lasts approximately 60 to 70 minutes. It is suitable for children from 5 to 115 years old!
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/fairy-tales-in-the-museum-sassa-voulgari-2/
LOCATION:Museum of Greek Folk Musical Instruments “Fivos Anoyanakis” – Centre for Ethnomusicology\, Diogenous 1\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 56\, Greece
CATEGORIES:FOR KIDS,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231626
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SUMMARY:The December Events - The Clash at Makriyianni
DESCRIPTION:This activity is only available in Greek.\n\nThis historical walk explores one of the most important battles of the Dekemvriana or December events\, the urban warfare that took place in Athens at the end of World War II and which announced the start of the Greek Civil War. At the barracks of the Makrygiannis Gendarmerie Regiment\, we will learn about the methods used by ELAS\, as well as the desperate defense of the gendarmerie\, the intervention of the British forces\, and the counter-movements on other fronts of the battle.\n\nA reservation is required.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/the-december-events-the-clash-at-makriyianni/
LOCATION:Zappeion Megaron\, Zappeion Hall\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 57\, Greece
CATEGORIES:FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,TOUR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T140000
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SUMMARY:TAKIMI II – Reconnections Contemporary Ceramics Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:The Museum of Modern Greek Ceramics\, in collaboration with the French Institute of Greece\, presents the exhibition TAKIMI II – Reconnections\, featuring works by emerging ceramic artists Olga Vlassi and Auréline Caltagirone. The exhibition showcases pieces created during their 2024 artist residency at the French Lodging in Rhodes\, organised by the French Institute of Greece. Their creations engage in a dialogue with the museum’s permanent collections\, reflecting the myths and ceramic heritage of Rhodes through a contemporary lens. Through their work\, the artists share impressions and personal narratives inspired by their time on the island—reconnecting modern expression with tradition and the historical context that shaped it.\n\nCurated by: Thalassini Bratsou\n\nOpening: Sunday 18 May 2025\, 20:30 \n\nOpening hours: Monday: 12:00–15:00 Tuesday–Thursday: 12:00–20:00 Friday: 12:00–15:00 Saturday: 11:00–14:00
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/takimi-ii-reconnections-contemporary-ceramics-exhibition/2025-05-24/
LOCATION:Pottery Museum\, Melidoni 4-6\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 53\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231626
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SUMMARY:CONQUISTADORS
DESCRIPTION:Nikos Kyriakopoulos and his conquistadors disembark on Lenorman Street. \n\nDragons and wild beasts\, locals and conquistadors—and even Death himself—battle deep in untrodden jungles. \n\nThe thirty-six works in this exhibition are not intended to serve History or the historical genre of painting. Instead\, the artist draws his material from the mythos surrounding the Age of Discovery\, crafting images that move beyond naturalism\, both in form and content. Created using monotype\, a technique dating back to the 16th century\, the works gain added resonance when paired with the fantastical stories they depict. The adventures of the characters serve as a point of departure—not only for the adventures of line and colour\, but also for reflection on themes such as desire\, fear\, conflict and illusion. \n\nOpening: Thursday 8 May 2025\, 19:30–23:00 \n\nOpening hours: Monday to Friday: 10:00–18:00 Saturday: 11:00–15:00 Closed on Sunday
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/conquistadors/2025-05-24/
LOCATION:Macart’s Cultural Space\, Lenorman 244\, Athens\, Athens\, 104 43\, Greece
CATEGORIES:ENTERTAINMENT,EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231626
CREATED:20250506T071617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T073507Z
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SUMMARY:Giorgos Gyzis: Clippings: Athens
DESCRIPTION:Clippings: Athens presents the third series of paintings inspired by clippings sourced from old newspapers. Photographs\, drawings\, and articles about Athens emerge from the archives\, transformed into visual artworks that evoke emotion. The works on display offer a brief journey through the evolving form of Athens\, beginning with the distinctive sketches by 19th-century British travellers in Attica and culminating in the height of modernism during the 1950s and 60s. \n\nExhibition Opening: Saturday 10 May 2025\, 12:00–17:00 Opening Hours: Tuesday\, Thursday\, Friday: 11:00–14:30 / 17:30–20:30 \n\nWednesday\, Saturday: 11:00–16:00 \n\nClosed Sunday and Monday
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/giorgos-gyzis-clippings-athens/2025-05-24/
LOCATION:Ikastikos Kyklos\, Akadimias 6\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 71\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231626
CREATED:20250425T151630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T120533Z
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SUMMARY:Athens Music Instruments Show
DESCRIPTION:The Athens Music Instruments Show is the first nationwide gathering dedicated to the world of musical instrument making in Greece—spanning from education to craftsmanship\, and from tools to accessories. The event celebrates traditional Greek luthiery\, a vital part of the country’s cultural heritage. Its mission is to connect the public with instrument makers\, strengthen the community of artisans\, and identify their needs—offering a space for dialogue\, visibility\, and the promotion of their craft.\n\nTickets: Presale €7 per person / per day €11 two-day pass\n\nOn-site (during event days & hours) €8 per person / per day €13 two-day pass Free entry for children under 12 and people with disabilities
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/music-instruments-show/
LOCATION:Serafeio\, Echelidon 19 & Pireos 144\, Athens\, Athens\, 118 54\, Greece
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231626
CREATED:20250326T111747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T120443Z
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SUMMARY:Screening of Historical Documentaries
DESCRIPTION:This activity is only available in Greek.\n\nThe “Adamantios Korais” Hall at the War Museum will host screenings of five historical documentaries\, featuring rare archival footage that brings to life pivotal moments in 20th-century military history.\n\nFrom the Balkan Wars (1912–13) and the Battle of Gallipoli (1915) to the decisive victory at Skra (1918)\, the dramatic Battle of Crete (1941) and the Normandy Landings (1944)\, these films highlight the strategic importance and heroism of the forces involved through authentic\, rarely seen footage.\n\nScreenings include:\n– The Balkan Wars 1912–13: Filming History (52’)\n– The Battle of Gallipoli 1915: ANZAC (27’)\n– The Battle of Skra\, 1918 (22’)\n– The Battle of Crete\, May 1941 (25’)\n– The Normandy Landings\, June 1944 (5’)
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/historical-documentary-screening-2/
LOCATION:War Museum\, Rizari 2-4\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 75\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CINEMA,FREE,MUSEUM
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231626
CREATED:20250424T085600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T132520Z
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SUMMARY:Vassilis Papageorgiou - Painting and Sculpture: Lignea Creatura Stans
DESCRIPTION:The worlds of plants\, animals and humans—along with legend\, myth\, imagination and dream—form the basis of Vassilis Papageorgiou’s new artistic exploration. His paradoxical heroes and hand-crafted wooden creatures inhabit both two- and three-dimensional space in a state of perpetual whirling. Through an aesthetic lens\, Papageorgiou reflects on the consequences of humanity’s destructive impact on the natural world. From this meditation\, he generates new values—drawn from the cultural references of nature and tradition—that define the conditions for coexistence. \n\nOpening hours: Monday – Friday: 11:30–14:30 & 17:30–20:30 Saturday: 11:30–15:00
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/vassilis-papageorgiou-painting-lignea-creatura-stans/2025-05-24/
LOCATION:Gallery Ersi\, Kleomenous 4\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 75\, Greece
CATEGORIES:ENTERTAINMENT,EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231626
CREATED:20250424T104023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T131959Z
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SUMMARY:Vassilis Karakatsanis: Urban Tools
DESCRIPTION:Vassilis Karakatsanis invites us on a journey through the spectrum of contemporary existence—a complex\, ever-evolving interplay of memories\, collective narratives and social dynamics. His exhibition Urban Tools unfolds as a compelling dialogue between past and present\, the personal and the monumental. Seven large-scale paintings\, accompanied by numerous smaller works—created using acrylic\, oil and gouache on canvas—invite a deep exploration of life in all its textures and tones. At the heart of Karakatsanis’ practice lies a transcendent inner process shaped by memory and materiality. The exhibition title hints at the hidden mechanisms that define a place’s essence: the subtle\, often invisible tools that help us navigate\, define and interpret the environments we inhabit—as well as those that shape and compose our very being. The urban landscape is not only his subject matter; it becomes his medium. Each brushstroke reveals the layered relationship between its singularity and the stories it holds. Symbols of personal and collective identity\, ideology and emotion are interwoven into the fabric of daily life. \n\nOpening night: Thursday 8 May 2025\, 20:00 \n\nOpening hours: Tuesday\, Thursday & Friday: 12:00–21:00 Saturday: 12:00–15:00 Closed on Monday\, Wednesday and Sunday
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/vassilis-karakatsanis-urban-tools/2025-05-24/
LOCATION:Genesis Gallery\, Ippokratous 121\, Athens\, Athens\, 114 72\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,GALLERY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231626
CREATED:20250424T072048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T063141Z
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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/2025-05-24/
LOCATION:Athens Gallery7\, Solonos 20\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 73\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T230000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231626
CREATED:20250327T111516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T120157Z
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SUMMARY:Flare the Square
DESCRIPTION:Ministry of Concrete teams up with the This is Athens City Festival for an epic skateboarding showdown!\n\nPros and amateurs alike bring their energy and skills to a tournament that’s more than just a contest—it’s a full-blown celebration. Bigger and bolder than ever\, this year’s edition transforms one of Athens’ central squares into a skate park to remember. Expect music\, DJ sets\, street food\, great vibes and non-stop tricks that’ll leave you speechless.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/flair-the-square/
LOCATION:Kotzia Square\, Kotzia Square\, Αθήνα\, Athens\, 105 51\, Greece
CATEGORIES:FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T230000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231626
CREATED:20250408T110811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T120127Z
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SUMMARY:Street Outdoors Block Party
DESCRIPTION:One of the most beautiful yet often overlooked squares in Athens\, Koumoundourou Square\, is transformed into a unique outdoor club by the renowned Street Outdoors team. Music from the future\, a creative and energetic crowd\, and a decade-long legacy of organizing epic events come together to create the ultimate party in a once-forgotten neighbourhood that’s slowly emerging into the spotlight.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/street-outdoors-block-party/
LOCATION:Koumoundourou Square\, Πλ. Κουμουνδουρου\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 53\, Greece
CATEGORIES:DJ SET,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,PARTY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231626
CREATED:20250327T112619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T120055Z
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SUMMARY:Walking Through History
DESCRIPTION:This activity is only available in Greek .\n\nThe National Archaeological Museum and Dr. Kostas Paschalidis present an afternoon walk through the concise history of the Greek State\, from its founding to the present day.\n\nA story that begins over two centuries ago\, from a plot of land that was once a vineyard\, then became a club for Bavarian soldiers\, a site for the construction of the largest museum of the ancient world\, a place for the desperate hiding of antiquities during wartime\, a symbol of National Resistance during the Occupation\, a witness to the Polytechnic Uprising\, and a treasure trove of endless exhibitions. A small spot in the “heart” of Athens that has witnessed the birth and struggles of an entire country.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/walking-through-history/
LOCATION:National Archaeological Museum\, Patission 44\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 82\, Greece
CATEGORIES:FREE,MUSEUM,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,TOUR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231626
CREATED:20250407T095759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T163403Z
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SUMMARY:Myths of the City from Antiquity to Today
DESCRIPTION:This activity is only available in Greek. \n\nA journey through the myths that built and accompanied the city through the centuries\, from the haze of mythology to the beginnings of modern history. The walk\, from the Hill of the Muses to Monastiraki and Asomaton Square\, is a stroll through space\, time\, historical records\, and popular beliefs. Meeting point: Courtyard of the Church of Agia Marina\, near the Observatory.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/myths-of-the-city-from-antiquity-to-today/
LOCATION:Agia Marina\, Agias Marinas 1\, Athens\, Athens\, 118 51\, Greece
CATEGORIES:FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,TOUR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231626
CREATED:20250424T080846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T122224Z
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SUMMARY:Message in RGB and WHITE
DESCRIPTION:Mosaico Fine Art Studio (Athens) and Mobil Bóde Gallery (Budapest) co-present a mail art exhibition featuring works by Greek and Hungarian artists.\n\nOpening: Saturday\, May 24\, 19:00.\n\nOpening hours: Monday to Friday: 18:00–21:00 Saturday: 11:00–15:00 Closed on Sunday
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/message-in-rgb-white/2025-05-24/
LOCATION:Mosaico Fine Art Studio\, Kesarias 18-20\, Athens\, Athens\, 115 27\, Greece
CATEGORIES:ENTERTAINMENT,EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T230000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231626
CREATED:20250327T110538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250524T145726Z
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SUMMARY:Athens Cocktail Week Party
DESCRIPTION:One of the world’s biggest trends—cocktail culture—meets one of the world’s top bar scenes. Athens Cocktail Week shines a spotlight on the city’s mixology magic with a vibrant opening party and 12+ different bar stations set up in Rizari Park\, a little-known green oasis in the heart of Athens.\n\nExpect imaginative recipes\, rare spirits\, secret ingredients\, and plenty of craft—and heart—poured into every glass\, with top-notch music setting the tone.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/athens-cocktail-week-party/
LOCATION:Rizari Park\, Rizari 5\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 76\, Greece
CATEGORIES:ENTERTAINMENT,FREE,GASTRONOMY,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231626
CREATED:20250424T073639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T115944Z
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SUMMARY:All of the MOMus–Museum Alex Mylona in One Visit
DESCRIPTION:This activity is only available in Greek. \n\nJoin curator Yannis Bolis for a special guided tour of the MOMus – Museum Alex Mylona\, exploring every part of the museum. Discover the story of the building\, its visionary founder Alex Mylona\, the museum’s collections\, and the temporary exhibition A Cabinet of Curiosities—featuring works by 78 contemporary artists inspired by the unexpected\, the ambiguous\, the enigmatic\, the fantastical and the grotesque. \n\nBooking is required at +30 210 3215717 (Tuesday–Sunday: 10:00–18:00\, Thursday: 10:00–21:00) \n\nReservations open on 17 May at 12:00 noon.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/all-momus-alex-mylona-mseum-in-one-visit/
LOCATION:MOMus-Museum Alex Mylona\, Agion Asomaton Square 5\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 54\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,MUSEUM,TOUR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20250524T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231626
CREATED:20250408T105843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T115803Z
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SUMMARY:De Profundis Live: HANDEL Meets CORELLI
DESCRIPTION:A rare chance to experience both sacred and secular instrumental music from the 18th century\, performed through the works of two of the Baroque era’s most important composers: G.F. Handel (1685–1759) and A. Corelli (1653–1713). This concert explores how sacred music influenced its secular counterpart\, with pieces in forms such as Trio Sonata\, Concerto Grosso\, overtures from oratorios\, and a church organ concerto. It also highlights how the great Handel drew inspiration from the celebrated violinist Corelli.\n\n\nIf you’re curious about 18th-century sacred instrumental music or Baroque composition\, don’t miss this exceptional evening at the Catholic Cathedral of Saint Dionysius the Areopagite on 24 May. \n\nSome of the works performed will be Greek premieres.\n\n\nDe profundis ensemble\n\n\nFirst Violins: Ilias Gyftonikolos\, Zoi Prokopiou\nSecond Violins: Konstantina Balla\, Chrysi Tzavla\nViola: Eleni Fourlanou\nCello: Myrto Xirouchaki Double\nBass: Giorgos Danis\nOrgan: Daphne Melanitou-Paraskeva
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/de-profundis-live-handel-meets-corelli/
LOCATION:Catholic Cathedral Basilica of St. Dionysius the Areopagite\, Panepistimiou 24\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 72\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CONCERT,FREE
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