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SUMMARY:Tilda Swinton: Ongoing
DESCRIPTION:Marking its fifth year with a great collaboration with Onassis Stegi\, we offer an encounter with one of the season’s most keenly discussed artistic propositions. At its centre is Tilda Swinton\, a figure who has long moved with deliberate\, almost defiant ease between cinema\, fashion\, and the visual arts\, each appearance less a performance than a considered cultural gesture.\n\nThe exhibition Ongoing\, presented at the recently inaugurated Onassis Ready\, resists the tidy framing of a retrospective. Instead\, it unfolds as an active\, evolving dialogue between Swinton and a close circle of collaborators. Among them Pedro Almodóvar\, Luca Guadagnino\, Jim Jarmusch\, Joanna Hogg\, Tim Walker\, Apichatpong Weerasethakul\, Olivier Saillard\, and Derek Jarman. Through short films\, installations\, and photographic works\, the exhibition gently dismantles and reassembles the layers of her artistic identity\, moving between the dreamlike and the intimately personal. The result is a multi-stranded exhibition that illuminates her rich creative journey and her profound connection to contemporary art.\n\n20 invitations are available from the Onassis Stegi for 22\, 24\, 29\, and 31 May – 5 invitations per day.\n\nBookings open one week before each event at 12:00 noon and are made via this page.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/tilda-swinton-ongoing-2/
LOCATION:Onassis Ready\, 2 Strati Tsirka\, Ag. Ioannis Rentis\, 182 33\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE
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SUMMARY:ONX.Showcase.Athens.2026: Human in the Loop
DESCRIPTION:Onassis Foundation presents for the first time in Athens the immersive art exhibition ONX Showcase\, a celebration of creativity\, technological innovation\, and new forms of artistic expression. Since its founding in 2020\, ONX\, the global digital cultures platform of the Onassis Foundation\, has supported artists experimenting at the boundaries of art\, science\, and emerging technologies. Centred around the thematic axis “Human in the Loop”\, the exhibition reflects on what it means to remain human in an era increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence\, seeking out the handmade and the analogue within a deeply technological environment.\n\nThe programme features ten works from the Onassis ONX and AiR ecosystem\, six new commissions from the ONX Seeds programme\, and works from the Onassis Collection by Andreas Angelidakis\, Noemi Iglesias Barrios\, Spyros Poros\, and Theo Triantafyllidis. Alongside the exhibition\, a series of talks and professional gatherings bring together artists\, technologists\, curators\, producers\, and cultural practitioners\, foregrounding the emerging artistic languages shaping the future of digital culture.\n\nWith the participation of internationally acclaimed artists whose work has been presented at festivals including Sundance Film Festival\, Ars Electronica\, SXSW\, and Venice International Film Festival\, ONX.Showcase.Athens. 2026 offers a rare opportunity to experience immersive art in its most advanced and transformative form.\n\nParticipating artists include Gabriel Barcia-Colombo\, Adam Cole\, Marc Da Costa\, Dionysios\, Andrew Thomas Huang\, Gregor Kuschmirz\, Giannis Kranidiotis\, Marion Lasserre\, Zisis Bliatkas\, Matthew Niederhauser\, Giorgos Papafigos\, Sarah Rothberg\, Ali Santana\, sister sylvester\, Ivona Tau\, Ontroerend Goed\, and Playfool.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/onx-showcase-athens-2026-human-in-the-loop/2026-05-22/
LOCATION:Onassis Ready\, 2 Strati Tsirka\, Ag. Ioannis Rentis\, 182 33\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260522T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260522T223000
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SUMMARY:Maria Kritikou: New Realms
DESCRIPTION:Art Zone 42 presents the new solo exhibition by Maria Kritikou New Realms\, offering Athens’ art-loving public a distinctive and dynamic visual experience that redefines our relationship with both the natural and the imagined landscape.\n\nThe art historian Evangelia Kairaki notes\, Maria Kritikou’s painting is driven by an intensely interactive and energetic relationship with the canvas\, recalling the philosophy of Action Painting. The artist moves freely within an undefined and expansive space\, where organic forms\, aquatic worlds and dreamlike environments undergo radical transformation. Rather than pursuing a faithful representation of nature\, Kritikou embraces a Taoist\, almost mystical interpretation of the visible world\, bringing the environment into dialogue with the inner\, spiritual dimensions of human experience.\n\nA compelling visual journey that invites visitors to discover evocative new horizons in the heart of Athens.\n\nOpening: Friday 22 May\, 20:00–22:30\n\nExhibition Duration: 22–30 May\n\nOpening Hours: Tuesday\, Thursday & Friday: 15:00–21:00\, Wednesday & Saturday: 12:00–16:00\, Monday & Sunday: Closed
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/maria-kritikou-new-realms/
LOCATION:Art Zone 42\, Vasileos Konstantinou 42\, Athens\, 116 35\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260522T203000
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SUMMARY:Athens’ Hispanic Film Festival (FeCHA) at Ellinis Europa Cinemas
DESCRIPTION:The finest moments of Spanish-language cinema return to the city for their 10th edition\, filling an entire week in May with images\, passion and emotion. Innovative directors\, internationally acclaimed actors and inventive screenwriters come together with an enthusiastic audience\, bringing to Athens an authentic atmosphere from Spain\, Chile\, Argentina\, Cuba and other beloved countries of Latin America.\n\nThrough screenings that highlight both contemporary filmmaking and the rich cinematic traditions of these countries\, Athens is transformed into a vast “cinema” celebrating the diversity and expressive power of Spanish-speaking culture.\n\nScreenings will take place at the open-air cinemas Ellinis Cinemax and Aello Cinemax\, as well as at the Instituto Cervantes and the Hellenic American Union.\n\nThe anniversary programme includes 23 feature films and 13 short films\, offering a comprehensive look at contemporary cinema from Spain and Latin America.\n\nProgramme Highlights\n\nOpening Film: The festival officially opens with the highly anticipated satirical comedy Homo Sapiens? (Homo Argentum)\, Argentina’s biggest commercial success of 2025.\n\nSpecial Tributes: A tribute to the late director Fabián Bielinsky\, alongside the Diversidad section featuring queer short films in collaboration with Athens Pride.\n\nClosing Film: The festival concludes with A Poet (Un Poeta) from Colombia\, presented in the presence of lead actor Ubeimar Rios.\n\nInternational Guests: Distinguished filmmakers including Helena Taberna\, Asier Urbieta and Albert Pintó will attend the festival\, participating in masterclasses and audience discussions.\n\nInformation & Free Events\n\nMasterclass: Saturday 23 May at the Hellenic Open University.\n\nFree Events: 28 May at the Hellenic American Union (docuFeCHA & cortoFeCHA) and 29 May on the rooftop of the Instituto Cervantes.\n\nOnline Screenings: Available from 29 to 31 May via www.fecha.gr\n\nTickets: Advance sales begin on 8 May via more.com and from 14 May at the cinema box offices.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/athens-hispanic-film-festival-fecha-at-ellinis-europa-cinemas-2/2026-05-22/
LOCATION:Open Air Cinema “Ellinis”\, Leof. Kifissias 29\, Athens\, Athens\, 115 23\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CINEMA
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260522T203000
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SUMMARY:Athens’ Hispanic Film Festival (FeCHA) at Aello
DESCRIPTION:The finest moments of Spanish-language cinema return to the city for their 10th edition\, filling an entire week in May with images\, passion and emotion. Innovative directors\, internationally acclaimed actors and inventive screenwriters come together with an enthusiastic audience\, bringing to Athens an authentic atmosphere from Spain\, Chile\, Argentina\, Cuba and other beloved countries of Latin America.\n\nThrough screenings that highlight both contemporary filmmaking and the rich cinematic traditions of these countries\, Athens is transformed into a vast “cinema” celebrating the diversity and expressive power of Spanish-speaking culture.\n\nScreenings will take place at the open-air cinemas Ellinis Cinemax and Aello Cinemax\, as well as at the Instituto Cervantes and the Hellenic American Union.\n\nThe anniversary programme includes 23 feature films and 13 short films\, offering a comprehensive look at contemporary cinema from Spain and Latin America.\n\nProgramme Highlights\n\nOpening Film: The festival officially opens with the highly anticipated satirical comedy Homo Sapiens? (Homo Argentum)\, Argentina’s biggest commercial success of 2025.\n\nSpecial Tributes: A tribute to the late director Fabián Bielinsky\, alongside the Diversidad section featuring queer short films in collaboration with Athens Pride.\n\nClosing Film: The festival concludes with A Poet (Un Poeta) from Colombia\, presented in the presence of lead actor Ubeimar Rios.\n\nInternational Guests: Distinguished filmmakers including Helena Taberna\, Asier Urbieta and Albert Pintó will attend the festival\, participating in masterclasses and audience discussions.\n\nInformation & Free Events\n\nMasterclass: Saturday 23 May at the Hellenic Open University.\n\nFree Events: 28 May at the Hellenic American Union (docuFeCHA & cortoFeCHA) and 29 May on the rooftop of the Instituto Cervantes.\n\nOnline Screenings: Available from 29 to 31 May via www.fecha.gr\n\nTickets: Advance sales begin on 8 May via more.com and from 14 May at the cinema box offices.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/athens-hispanic-film-festival-fecha-at-aello/2026-05-22/
LOCATION:Open Air Cinema “Aello”\, Patission 140\, Athens\, Athens\, 112 57\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CINEMA
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260523T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260523T220000
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SUMMARY:Connect Athens: All Day Street Festival
DESCRIPTION:The This is Athens City Festival in collaboration with IASIS (Civil Non-Profit Organisation) and the Connect Athens Youth Centre\, through the second edition of the Connect Athens Festival\, is organising a full-day celebration on the pedestrian street of Fokionos Negri.\n\nFollowing our “Building Bridges for the Mental Health of At-Risk Youth” event on 22 May\, Connect Athens is bringing the conversation from the panels straight to the heart of the city. Under the motto #bringyourgrandma\, we’re putting theory into practice\, turning “”connection”” into a shared experience for every generation.\n\nDive into empathy-building activities and original AI workshops inspired by the memories of our elders. Catch street theatre\, global dance performances\, and an open forum featuring influencers and public figures sharing the stories that unite us. We’re wrapping things up with a massive music-and-dance party featuring multicultural bands and DJs.\n\nIt’s all about proving that mental well-being and acceptance are built within the community. When generations meet\, we create a safe\, bright space for everyone.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/connect-athens-all-day-street-festival/
LOCATION:Fokionos Negri Pedestrian Street\, 48-58 Fokionos Negri\, Athens\, 113 61\, Greece
CATEGORIES:DANCE,DJ SET,ENTERTAINMENT,FOR KIDS,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,PARTY,THEATER
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260523T130000
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SUMMARY:Studying the Human Figure with Jeff Koons – ‘Shells and Shine: A Contemporary Venus!’
DESCRIPTION:Young creators (aged 7–11) embark on an exciting journey through time\, starting from the timeless figure of Venus. From the Paleolithic Venus of Lespugue to Jeff Koons’ dazzling contemporary reinterpretation\, children discover how art transforms across the centuries. Guided by visual artist Vivian Emmanouilidou and educator Magda Athanasiou\, participants experiment with volume and texture\, creating three-dimensional compositions made of shells that are transformed into radiant\, contemporary sculptures. This hands-on experience connects prehistoric expression with pop aesthetics\, encouraging imagination and free artistic creation through play. The workshop is only available in Greek.\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/studying-the-human-figure-with-jeff-koons-shells-and-shine-a-contemporary-venus/
LOCATION:Museum of Cycladic Art\, Neofytou Douka 4\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 74\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FOR KIDS,FREE,MUSEUM
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260523T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260523T220000
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SUMMARY:Blooming Kypseli
DESCRIPTION:Kypseli Municipal Market puts on its festive spring colours and invites the public to Blooming Kypseli\, a two-day celebration dedicated to the world of flowers and plants. For an entire weekend\, the historic Market is transformed into a blooming hub of creativity\, where designers and emerging Greek brands present plants\, botanical products\, natural cosmetics\, as well as handmade jewellery and clothing inspired by nature. Visitors will also have the opportunity to take part in original workshops celebrating the joy of making and creativity\, while music selections\, food and refreshing drinks complete the experience\, turning Kypseli into the ultimate spring destination in the city.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/blooming-kypseli/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:Kypseli Municipal Market\, Kypseli Municipal Market\, Athens\, Athens\, 113 61\, Greece
CATEGORIES:DJ SET,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260523T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260523T123000
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SUMMARY:Biscuits at the Museum!
DESCRIPTION:The Hellenic Children’s Museum is opening up its most delicious exhibit for a hands-on kitchen takeover. If you’re looking for a brilliant way to keep the kids entertained (and well-fed) this May\, “Kitchen: Discovering the World of the Biscuit” is exactly where you need to be.\n\nIn this “Biscuits at the Museum!” workshop\, our younger festival-goers get to swap the sketchbook for a rolling pin. It’s not just a baking lesson; it’s a magical journey into the world of pastry through the eyes of a museum.\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/biscuits-at-the-museum/
LOCATION:Hellenic Children’s Museum\, Vas. Georgiou Β΄ 19\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 75\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FOR KIDS,FREE,MUSEUM
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260523T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260523T130000
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SUMMARY:Guided Tour at the National Historical Museum
DESCRIPTION:Step inside the grand\, stately building with the bronze statue of Kolokotronis on horseback out front. It’s nothing less than the Old Parliament House\, the very heart of Greece’s early political acts\, and it is throwing open its doors for the This is Athens City Festival.\n\nThis isn’t just a wander through a dusty museum; it’s a guided journey through the National Historical Museum. You’ll be stepping into the original debating chamber where the big decisions that shaped modern Greece were hammered out. It’s an atmospheric spot that keeps history grounded in the centre of the city. Our guide will lead you through a stunning collection that charts the Greek story from the fall of Constantinople through to the 20th century. You’ll see personal heirlooms and everyday objects from the Greek Revolution\, intricate traditional costumes that are basically 19th-century high fashion\, historic weaponry\, and archival treasures that tell the story of a nation finding its feet.\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/guided-tour-at-the-national-historical-museum/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:National Historical Museum\, Stadiou 13\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 61\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,MUSEUM,TOUR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260523T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260523T133000
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SUMMARY:Pictures of an Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Music and painting meet in a unique collaboration titled “Pictures of an Exhibition.” Composer and pianist Christos Papageorgiou\, inspired by the work of Nikolas Klironomos\, creates and performs a series of compositions that “translate” the visual arts into sound.\n\nFor 70 minutes\, the audience is immersed in an atmospheric experience where each musical phrase acts as a commentary on the artist’s visual world. With an international career and profound musical education\, Papageorgiou establishes a living dialogue between the arts\, where different artistic languages unite into a single\, multisensory experience.\n\nReservations open one week before the event at 12:00.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/pictures-of-an-exhibition/
LOCATION:The City of Athens Gallery\, Municipal Gallery of Athens\, Athens\, Athens\, 104 36\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CONCERT,EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260523T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260523T133000
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SUMMARY:Guided tour of the War Museum for Kids
DESCRIPTION:As part of the This is Athens City Festival\, the War Museum opens its collections and invites us on a journey through Greece’s military history and cultural heritage. Through specially designed thematic tours\, visitors will have the opportunity to discover iconic exhibits and lesser-known narratives that shed light on the Greek past.\n\nThe activity is intended for children aged 8 and above\, accompanied by one adult.\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/guided-tour-of-the-war-museum-for-kids-5/
LOCATION:War Museum\, Rizari 2-4\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 75\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FOR KIDS,FREE,MUSEUM,TOUR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260523T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260523T140000
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SUMMARY:Guided Tour: Dimitra Siaterli’s "Cohesive Networks"
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to a special guided tour of Dimitra Siaterli’s solo exhibition\, a journey that peels back the deeper layers of a visual world spanning four decades. As we move among intricate meshes\, perforated sculptures\, and engravings\, a whole “labyrinth” of tiny human figures is gradually revealed.\n\nThis is a universe that speaks to our fundamental need to connect\, to belong\, and to communicate. It is a profound\, experiential tour that brings the audience closer to the artist’s work\, illuminating the importance of the “cohesive networks” that unite us in a shared present.\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/guided-tour-dimitra-siaterlis-cohesive-networks/
LOCATION:The City of Athens Gallery\, Municipal Gallery of Athens\, Athens\, Athens\, 104 36\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY,TOUR
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260523T173000
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SUMMARY:Guided Tours of the Cavafy Archive
DESCRIPTION:This year\, the This is Athens City Festival marks its fifth anniversary with a truly special collaboration. We’ve teamed up with the Onassis Foundation to invite you on a deeply personal journey through the life of one of the world’s most influential poets. For the first time as part of the festival\, we’re stepping inside a stunning 1910 listed building on Phrynichou Street. Since late 2023\, this spot in the heart of Plaka has become the new home of the Cavafy Archive\, and now\, its doors are opening for a series of exclusive guided tours.\n\nIt’s a rare chance to get up close and personal with the world of C.P. Cavafy by wandering through five specially curated rooms that recreate the atmosphere of his legendary home in Alexandria. Among the treasures\, you will find personal relics such as original furniture\, mementos\, and even the poet’s death mask\, alongside a remarkable collection of 966 surviving volumes in the library. The experience also showcases inspired art\, with works ranging from Theodore Ralli and Nikos Hadjikyriakos-Ghika to contemporary artists moved by his poetry. Perhaps most poignantly\, the tour reveals the universe of Cavafy’s Athens through personal diaries and glowing letters from literary greats like Angelos Sikelianos\, revealing the poet’s deep\, timeless connection to this city.\n\nTo celebrate this new partnership\, the Onassis Foundation is offering 20 free guided tours throughout the month for festival-goers. It’s a wonderful opportunity to dive deep into history\, memory\, and world-class art.\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/guided-tours-of-the-cavafy-archive-3/
LOCATION:Cavafy Archive\, 16B Frynichou\, Plaka\, 105 58\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,LITERATURE,MUSEUM,TOUR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260523T173000
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SUMMARY:ENTEKA ATHENS pres. A Street Full of Dance
DESCRIPTION:Enteka Athens\, in collaboration with Three Cents\, transforms Agion Asomaton Square in Thissio into a large open-air dancefloor. The sound of vinyl takes over the street\, offering a distinctive listening session that moves from the house energy of Honestly\, Nevermind to the African pulse of African Giant and the raw street aesthetic of Devi Tirar Más Fotos. A gathering where afro and global beats become the common thread for a community moving to the same rhythm\, set against the summer atmosphere of Athens. \n\nThe evening’s line-up features DEMAR\, HARDPAN\, DEZMOS and NIK J\, promising an experience full of groove\, emotion and non-stop dancing under the Athenian sky.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/enteka-athens-pres-a-street-full-of-dance/
LOCATION:Agion Asomaton Square\, Agion Asomaton Square\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 53\, Greece
CATEGORIES:DJ SET,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,PARTY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260523T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260523T230000
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SUMMARY:ONX.Showcase.Athens.2026: Human in the Loop
DESCRIPTION:Onassis Foundation presents for the first time in Athens the immersive art exhibition ONX Showcase\, a celebration of creativity\, technological innovation\, and new forms of artistic expression. Since its founding in 2020\, ONX\, the global digital cultures platform of the Onassis Foundation\, has supported artists experimenting at the boundaries of art\, science\, and emerging technologies. Centred around the thematic axis “Human in the Loop”\, the exhibition reflects on what it means to remain human in an era increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence\, seeking out the handmade and the analogue within a deeply technological environment.\n\nThe programme features ten works from the Onassis ONX and AiR ecosystem\, six new commissions from the ONX Seeds programme\, and works from the Onassis Collection by Andreas Angelidakis\, Noemi Iglesias Barrios\, Spyros Poros\, and Theo Triantafyllidis. Alongside the exhibition\, a series of talks and professional gatherings bring together artists\, technologists\, curators\, producers\, and cultural practitioners\, foregrounding the emerging artistic languages shaping the future of digital culture.\n\nWith the participation of internationally acclaimed artists whose work has been presented at festivals including Sundance Film Festival\, Ars Electronica\, SXSW\, and Venice International Film Festival\, ONX.Showcase.Athens. 2026 offers a rare opportunity to experience immersive art in its most advanced and transformative form.\n\nParticipating artists include Gabriel Barcia-Colombo\, Adam Cole\, Marc Da Costa\, Dionysios\, Andrew Thomas Huang\, Gregor Kuschmirz\, Giannis Kranidiotis\, Marion Lasserre\, Zisis Bliatkas\, Matthew Niederhauser\, Giorgos Papafigos\, Sarah Rothberg\, Ali Santana\, sister sylvester\, Ivona Tau\, Ontroerend Goed\, and Playfool.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/onx-showcase-athens-2026-human-in-the-loop/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:Onassis Ready\, 2 Strati Tsirka\, Ag. Ioannis Rentis\, 182 33\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260523T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260523T210000
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SUMMARY:Guided tour of the War Museum for Adults
DESCRIPTION:As part of the This is Athens City Festival\, the War Museum opens its collections and invites us on a journey through Greece’s military history and cultural heritage. Through specially designed thematic tours\, visitors will have the opportunity to discover iconic exhibits and lesser-known narratives that shed light on the Greek past.\n\nThe activity is intended for adults and for families with children aged 12 and above.\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/guided-tour-of-the-war-museum-for-adults-6/
LOCATION:War Museum\, Rizari 2-4\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 75\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,MUSEUM,TOUR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260523T203000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260523T203000
DTSTAMP:20260521T214748
CREATED:20260511T125236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T130745Z
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SUMMARY:Athens’ Hispanic Film Festival (FeCHA) at Ellinis Europa Cinemas
DESCRIPTION:The finest moments of Spanish-language cinema return to the city for their 10th edition\, filling an entire week in May with images\, passion and emotion. Innovative directors\, internationally acclaimed actors and inventive screenwriters come together with an enthusiastic audience\, bringing to Athens an authentic atmosphere from Spain\, Chile\, Argentina\, Cuba and other beloved countries of Latin America.\n\nThrough screenings that highlight both contemporary filmmaking and the rich cinematic traditions of these countries\, Athens is transformed into a vast “cinema” celebrating the diversity and expressive power of Spanish-speaking culture.\n\nScreenings will take place at the open-air cinemas Ellinis Cinemax and Aello Cinemax\, as well as at the Instituto Cervantes and the Hellenic American Union.\n\nThe anniversary programme includes 23 feature films and 13 short films\, offering a comprehensive look at contemporary cinema from Spain and Latin America.\n\nProgramme Highlights\n\nOpening Film: The festival officially opens with the highly anticipated satirical comedy Homo Sapiens? (Homo Argentum)\, Argentina’s biggest commercial success of 2025.\n\nSpecial Tributes: A tribute to the late director Fabián Bielinsky\, alongside the Diversidad section featuring queer short films in collaboration with Athens Pride.\n\nClosing Film: The festival concludes with A Poet (Un Poeta) from Colombia\, presented in the presence of lead actor Ubeimar Rios.\n\nInternational Guests: Distinguished filmmakers including Helena Taberna\, Asier Urbieta and Albert Pintó will attend the festival\, participating in masterclasses and audience discussions.\n\nInformation & Free Events\n\nMasterclass: Saturday 23 May at the Hellenic Open University.\n\nFree Events: 28 May at the Hellenic American Union (docuFeCHA & cortoFeCHA) and 29 May on the rooftop of the Instituto Cervantes.\n\nOnline Screenings: Available from 29 to 31 May via www.fecha.gr\n\nTickets: Advance sales begin on 8 May via more.com and from 14 May at the cinema box offices.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/athens-hispanic-film-festival-fecha-at-ellinis-europa-cinemas-2/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:Open Air Cinema “Ellinis”\, Leof. Kifissias 29\, Athens\, Athens\, 115 23\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CINEMA
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260523T203000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260523T203000
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SUMMARY:Athens’ Hispanic Film Festival (FeCHA) at Aello
DESCRIPTION:The finest moments of Spanish-language cinema return to the city for their 10th edition\, filling an entire week in May with images\, passion and emotion. Innovative directors\, internationally acclaimed actors and inventive screenwriters come together with an enthusiastic audience\, bringing to Athens an authentic atmosphere from Spain\, Chile\, Argentina\, Cuba and other beloved countries of Latin America.\n\nThrough screenings that highlight both contemporary filmmaking and the rich cinematic traditions of these countries\, Athens is transformed into a vast “cinema” celebrating the diversity and expressive power of Spanish-speaking culture.\n\nScreenings will take place at the open-air cinemas Ellinis Cinemax and Aello Cinemax\, as well as at the Instituto Cervantes and the Hellenic American Union.\n\nThe anniversary programme includes 23 feature films and 13 short films\, offering a comprehensive look at contemporary cinema from Spain and Latin America.\n\nProgramme Highlights\n\nOpening Film: The festival officially opens with the highly anticipated satirical comedy Homo Sapiens? (Homo Argentum)\, Argentina’s biggest commercial success of 2025.\n\nSpecial Tributes: A tribute to the late director Fabián Bielinsky\, alongside the Diversidad section featuring queer short films in collaboration with Athens Pride.\n\nClosing Film: The festival concludes with A Poet (Un Poeta) from Colombia\, presented in the presence of lead actor Ubeimar Rios.\n\nInternational Guests: Distinguished filmmakers including Helena Taberna\, Asier Urbieta and Albert Pintó will attend the festival\, participating in masterclasses and audience discussions.\n\nInformation & Free Events\n\nMasterclass: Saturday 23 May at the Hellenic Open University.\n\nFree Events: 28 May at the Hellenic American Union (docuFeCHA & cortoFeCHA) and 29 May on the rooftop of the Instituto Cervantes.\n\nOnline Screenings: Available from 29 to 31 May via www.fecha.gr\n\nTickets: Advance sales begin on 8 May via more.com and from 14 May at the cinema box offices.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/athens-hispanic-film-festival-fecha-at-aello/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:Open Air Cinema “Aello”\, Patission 140\, Athens\, Athens\, 112 57\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CINEMA
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260523T220000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260523T220000
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SUMMARY:En Lefko Spring Party
DESCRIPTION:Spring in Athens has been synonymous with one name for years: the En Lefko Spring Party. For the third consecutive year\, the team from En Lefko 87.7 is leaving the studio behind and heading to the heart of the city\, this time taking over the iconic Ω2 venue at the Athens Conservatoire.\n\nSet against the striking architecture of the Despotopoulos building\, the night immediately exudes a contemporary\, elegant\, and unapologetically dance-driven energy. En Lefko’s beloved radio producers bring their most subversive tracks\, signature picks\, and the creative flair that has made the station a byword for a certain Athenian je ne sais quoi. For a few hours\, the Conservatoire becomes a living\, breathing cell of celebration\, a space devoted to the city’s sound and our collective urge to dance into spring.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/en-lefko-spring-party-2/
LOCATION:Athens Conservatoire\, Vas. Georgiou Β΄ 17-19\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 75\, Greece
CATEGORIES:DJ SET,ENTERTAINMENT,PARTY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260524T090000
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SUMMARY:Wellness Festival - In your Greenery\, I am Reborn
DESCRIPTION:This activity is only available in Greek.\n\n“GREEN ATHENS | National Garden – Metropolitan Green\,” in collaboration with the This is Athens City Festival\, invites you for the 2nd consecutive year to a unique wellness escape in the capital’s most enchanting ecosystem. Under the guidance of Nicki Petroulaki and a team of acclaimed professionals\, the National Garden transforms for two days into an open temple of self-improvement\, offering a rare opportunity to renew body and mind beneath the shade of its historic trees.\n\nA holistic journey that combines movement with inner peace: from dynamic Yoga and Pilates classes to deep meditation and talks on self-awareness and personal growth. The experience is completed with soul-stirring musical journeys\, creating an atmosphere of true connection with ourselves and nature.\n\nWe await you to share the joy of community\, free breathing\, and well-being\, in a comprehensive program open to all\, without restrictions and free of charge. Give yourself the pause you need and experience Athens… in its greenest and brightest version!\n\nProgramme\n\nSunday\n\n09:00: Panos Pantios / Assisted Stretch – Core & Mobility Exercises\n\nImagine being able to move freely\, without pain or stiffness holding you back. This is the beauty of personalized assisted stretching. Unlike traditional techniques\, assisted stretching involves guidance through a series of stretches tailored to your body’s specific needs and limitations.\n\nPanos Pantios\n\nAn expert in athletic performance and rehabilitation with studies in Sports Medicine in Germany and a background as a professional ice hockey player. He designs strategic programs combining strength with a healthy lifestyle.\n\n10:00: Panos Kontis / Handstand Fundamentals – Building a Proper Handstand\n\nA class for all those who love the challenge of being upside down or would like to start. We will explain the basic guide points for finding balance on our hands and focus on strengthening the specific muscle groups necessary for progress. The class concludes with partner exercises toward the handstand.\n\nPanos Kontis\n\nWith over ten years in therapy and kinetic evolution\, Panos started with Thai massage and Osteopathy. Fascinated by Yoga\, he teaches it as therapeutic exercise to help people better perceive their body’s capabilities.\n\n11:00: Adriani Strigou / Total Body Balance – Integrated Program of Strength\, Posture\, and Flexibility\n\nAn integrated program focusing on functional strengthening and restoring correct posture. Combining postural exercises and targeted stretching\, the practice aims to restore physical balance and relieve daily tension.\n\nAdriani Strigou\n\nA graduate of TEFAA Athens and a former champion swimmer. Since 2000\, she has been active in the fitness industry and owns “Feel Better Kifisia\,” focusing on a lifestyle that combines physical well-being with daily vitality.\n\n12:00: Eleftheria Georgiou / Let’s Get Physical Pilates – Dynamic Pilates with an Uplifting Beat\n\nA dynamic version of Pilates combining strength with continuous flow and rhythm. Accompanied by upbeat music\, the body works through controlled yet intense exercises designed to challenge endurance and stabilize the core.\n\nEleftheria Georgiou\n\nA Physical Education Professor specializing in therapeutic swimming. She is the head of training for future Pilates teachers at Base Training\, focusing on functional strengthening and improving quality of life through conscious movement.\n\n13:00: Maria Papadopoulou & Evangelos Aik / Yin Within & Bhakti Sounds – Peace\, Sound\, Heart\, Song\, Union\n\nA practice dedicated to relief and rest\, representing the gentlest form of Yoga. The experience concludes with “song from the heart.” Accompanied by live musical instruments by Evangelos Apostolopoulos\, movement gives way to sound\, creating an atmosphere of collective connection and inner peace.\n\nMaria Papadopoulou\n\nWith 25 years of experience in yoga and meditation\, Maria specializes in holistic well-being support. She is the creator of OLON Holistic Studio and a podcaster\, providing practical tools for stress management and mindfulness.\n\n14:00 – 15:00 Break\n\n15:00: Katerina Karageorgiou & Stamatia Andrikou / Body and Face Yoga – Releasing Tension from Upper Body and Face!\n\nAn integrated practice aiming for the total release of tension. By combining targeted exercises and breathing\, we restore inner balance and tone the muscles of the face and body.\n\nKaterina Karageorgiou\n\nA graduate of TEFAA Thessaloniki\, she specialized through YogaWorks and founded Sama Yoga in Samos\, focusing on creative communication and holistic empowerment.\n\nStamatia Andrikou\n\nAn internationally certified Face Yoga Instructor\, her approach combines aesthetic acupuncture with Sculptural Face Lifting for natural rejuvenation and glow.\n\n16:00: Loukia Papa / The Art of Manifestation – Embodying Our Higher Version\n\nA transcendental experience calling us to move beyond linear logic. Through quantum visualization\, we explore the possibility of breaking free from limiting beliefs and architects of our reality.\n\nLoukia Papa\n\nLoukia specializes in connecting neuroscience with quantum change practices\, guiding individuals toward self-actualization and inner freedom.\n\n17:00: Patty Petropoulou / #ShallWeDance? – 5Rhythms Movement Meditation\n\nA free-movement practice focusing on reconnecting with the body and releasing it from the flow of thoughts. “Meditation in motion” becomes the vehicle for calm and mental clarity. No dance experience is required.\n\nPatty Petropoulou\n\nThe only certified 5Rhythms® teacher in Greece (trained in the USA)\, she has served the practice since 2011\, teaching across Europe and connecting conscious movement with personal and professional leadership.\n\n18:00: Stavros Bamakos / Full-Body Circuit – Bodyweight Training\n\nA high-intensity program focusing on holistic training using exclusively body weight. A structured circuit aimed at improving functional strength\, endurance\, and overall fitness.\n\nStavros Bamakos\n\nA graduate of TEFAA Athens and owner of Blackbox Training Room. He has served as a Strength & Conditioning Coach for A1 female basketball\, focusing on maximizing athletic performance.\n\n19:00: Niki Petroulaki / Heart & Lyra Flow – Union of Heart & Cretan Lyra – Tradition and Core\n\nA unique movement experience uniting the body with the heart and the circle of life. We breathe and move together\, creating a living space of connection and collective energy. The experience culminates with a music collaboration: the primal sound of the Cretan Lyra meets the flow of exercise.\n\nNiki Petroulaki\n\nWith over 25 years of experience\, Niki is a physical education professor dedicated to holistic wellness. Founder of “Power House Project” and “Wellness Rituals\,” she organizes high-level retreats and events\, combining exercise with personal transformation.\n\nGeorgia Benioudaki\n\nGeorgia Benioudaki\, an Early Childhood Education student in Athens\, has been involved in music since the age of six. The guitar\, the Cretan lyre\, singing\, and traditional Cretan dances define her creative identity.\nMonday \n10:00 – Andreas Polydoros – Wake Up Yoga | Yoga for All \nWake Up Yoga is a gentle yet energising class designed to help the body and mind awaken naturally. Through breathing exercises\, soft stretches and flowing movement\, the practice activates the body’s energy\, improves circulation and creates a sense of clarity and wellbeing for the rest of the day. Suitable for all levels\, including beginners. \nAndreas Polydoros \nAndreas Polydoros discovered yoga through his travels and personal search for experiences around the world — a practice that gradually became a defining part of his life. Over the years\, he devoted himself fully to its study and practice\, and today he is a certified Yoga Alliance teacher (500 Hours YTT) through the House of Yoga under Savvas Giantsis. \n11:00 – Stamatia Andrikou – Face Yoga | Natural Face Lift \nInstructor Stamatia Andrikou leads a rejuvenating Face Yoga session\, guiding participants into the world of natural anti-ageing and holistic facial care. Through specialised exercises and massage techniques\, the class activates facial muscles\, stimulates circulation and releases everyday tension. Stamatia creates a calming atmosphere of wellbeing and relaxation\, helping participants discover the secrets to brighter\, firmer and naturally refreshed skin. \n12:00 – Eva Tripolitsioti – Energy Yoga \nThis variation of Yoga focuses on Energy Yoga\, a practice combining gentle movement\, conscious breathing and a dynamic flow that fills both body and mind with renewed energy. Through this sequence of exercises\, participants are encouraged to release stress\, awaken the body and reconnect with their inner balance\, beginning the day with vitality and mental clarity. \nEva Tripolitsioti \nEva Tripolitsioti is a certified Yoga teacher specialising in Hatha and Vinyasa Flow\, trained in India and at YogaWorks\, where she also served as an assistant trainer. Teaching since 2005\, she specialises in programmes for children\, pregnant women and special population groups. From 2014 to 2022\, she founded and directed the Anahata Shuddhi studio\, while also collaborating with Holmes Place. Today\, she organises holistic wellness retreats and workshops\, while also working as an executive for a German health and nutrition company. \n13:00 – Tania Saiti – Yin & Yoga Nidra \nTania Saiti invites participants to experience a deeply therapeutic Yin & Yoga Nidra session — a practice of complete relaxation and inner restoration. The class begins with Yin Yoga\, using soft\, passive postures held for extended periods in order to stretch the deeper connective tissues and release accumulated physical tension. The experience concludes with Yoga Nidra\, often referred to as “psychic sleep”\, a guided meditative state that fully calms the nervous system and revitalises the mind. It is an ideal refuge for releasing stress and restoring harmony between body and spirit. \nTania Saiti \nWith a focus on the healing power of stillness\, Saiti leads Yoga and Yoga Nidra practices that offer refuge from the intensity of daily life. Through her teaching\, she cultivates deep relaxation and inner connection\, creating a safe space for awareness and balance. Her aim is to restore harmony and encourage energetic wellbeing in every participant. \n14:00–15:00 – Break \n15:00 – Sofi Paschali – E-motion | Feel the Beat\, Feel Your Emotions \nSofi Paschali invites participants to experience E-motion / Feel the Beat\, Feel Your Emotions\, a revitalising session that connects movement with the inner emotional world. Through rhythm and flow\, the class encourages the release of emotions and the harmonisation of body and spirit\, inviting participants to listen to their inner pulse and transform energy into expression. It is an invitation to feel the power of rhythm and surrender to a journey of self-awareness and wellbeing\, where emotion becomes movement and movement becomes healing. \nSofi Paschali \nOne of Greece’s most recognised and experienced Yoga and Pilates instructors\, Paschali has maintained a long-standing presence in the fields of fitness and wellness. With studies in physical education and a specialisation in alternative exercise methods\, she has dedicated her career to promoting a holistic lifestyle that combines physical empowerment with mental balance. \n16:00 – Marietta Filippa – Pilates Body & Mind Flow | Pilates with Flow \nA Pilates programme suitable for all levels\, combining movement\, breath and flow to strengthen the body and promote overall wellbeing. Through core\, balance\, flexibility and posture-focused exercises\, participants improve their physical condition\, mobility and connection with their bodies. Rooted in the philosophy of mindful movement\, the class offers a holistic exercise experience that encourages everyday wellbeing\, body awareness and relaxation.\nMarietta Filippa \nMarietta Filippa is an experienced and certified instructor dedicated to wellness and holistic movement practices. With a deep passion for Yoga and therapeutic techniques\, she guides participants with care and mindfulness\, focusing on the connection between body\, breath and spirit. Through her classes\, she creates a safe and supportive environment where participants can release daily tension\, reconnect with themselves and rediscover their inner balance\, calmness and natural vitality. \n17:00 – Christina Pikoula – MindGamesStop sabotaging yourself and make your mindset your greatest ally. \nHow many times have you felt that\, despite wanting to move forward\, something inside keeps holding you back? In this interactive session\, participants will explore how thoughts influence decisions and outcomes\, identify patterns of self-sabotage and learn how to transform them into personal strength. Through simple exercises and practical “mind games”\, the session empowers participants to turn their mindset into a powerful ally for everyday life and personal growth. \nChristina Pikoula \nChristina Pikoula supports people in overcoming internal obstacles and unlocking their full potential. As the voice behind the Win Win Podcast\, and through her talks and sessions\, she inspires audiences to take action\, push beyond their limits and consciously create the life they envision. \n18:00 – Niki Petroulaki – Balance | Finding Balance Through Movement and Flow \nRenowned instructor Niki Petroulaki leads Balance\, a dynamic session centred on discovering harmony through movement and flow. Through a carefully designed sequence of fluid transitions and postures\, this practice both challenges and strengthens the body\, while cultivating concentration and inner stability. It is an opportunity to synchronise breath with movement\, release stress and reconnect with your centre\, leaving the session with a deep sense of harmony\, strength and mental clarity. \nNiki Petroulaki \nWith more than 25 years of experience\, Petroulaki is a physical education teacher dedicated to holistic wellbeing and physical empowerment. She is the founder of the Power House Project\, a pioneering Yoga\, Pilates and Functional Fitness studio operating as a community of experiential learning\, as well as Wellness Rituals\, a platform organising high-level wellness retreats and events in Greece and abroad. Through her ongoing training in global wellness practices\, she creates integrated experiences combining exercise\, meditation and personal transformation. \n19:00 – Thundering Cymbals – Sound Bath Experience \nThe Sound Bath Experience is a ritual-like journey beyond the boundaries of traditional music — a unique alchemy of sound that resonates directly with the soul. Through the healing vibrations of instruments such as crystal singing bowls and gongs\, participants are immersed in a “bath” of pure frequencies designed to calm the nervous system\, slow brainwave activity and release emotional blockages. \nThis deeply meditative and restorative experience offers an ideal refuge for complete physical relaxation\, mental clarity and reconnection with inner harmony. \nEnergy Healings \n\nWithin the framework of the festival\, you will have the opportunity to experience firsthand energy practices that support relaxation\, recovery\, and the overall balance of the body.\n\nPranic Healing\n\nTry a complimentary Pranic Healing session with certified therapists. A non-invasive technique that helps reduce muscle tension\, stiffness\, and strain\, while enhancing recovery and focus. A freer body. Clearer movement. Better recovery.\n\nOrgon PEMF Alignment\n\nA modern approach that combines Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields (PEMF) with energy balancing. It supports:\n• reduction of inflammation\n• tissue repair and regeneration\n• deep relaxation\n• enhancement of overall vitality\n\nIt activates the body’s natural ability to recharge and find its balance.\n\nLive the Experience\n\nDiscover how simple techniques can make an immediate difference in your body and your energy.\n\nTry it at the Festival.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/wellness-festival/2026-05-24/
LOCATION:National Garden\, Vas. Amalias 1\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 57\, Greece
CATEGORIES:FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,SPORTS & WELLNESS
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SUMMARY:Interactive Experiences at the Museum of Philhellenism
DESCRIPTION:The Museum of Philhellenism\, a unique landmark of its kind worldwide\, opens its doors to the audience of the This is Athens City Festival for two special Sundays with free admission. Visitors will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the history of the philhellenic movement through a comprehensive experience that combines cinema with a classic guided tour. \nThe programme includes: \n\n\n 	Screening: “PHILHELLENES” (30’):A journey through the philhellenic movement\, from its origins in the Renaissance to the liberation of Greece (in Greek with English subtitles).\n 	Guided tour of the Permanent Collection:A tour across the Museum’s four floors\, featuring more than 450 artefacts. Among the exhibits\, visitors will admire rare personal belongings of Lord Byron\, paintings and sculptures\, intricate philhellenic clocks and porcelains\, as well as period weaponry and historical documents that narrate the remarkable contribution of the Philhellenes to the rebirth of Greece.\n\nDuration: 90 minutes \n\n\n 	10:00–11:30\n 	12:00–13:30\n 	14:00–15:30\n 	16:00–17:30\n\nFree admission with advance booking required. Limited availability. To register\, please send your full name\, affiliation\, mobile contact number\, and email to info@phmus.org. \nThis activity is only available in Greek. 
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/interactive-experiences-at-the-museum-of-philhellenism/
LOCATION:Philhellenism Museum\, 12 Zisimopoulou\, Athens\, 115 24\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CINEMA,EXHIBITION,FREE,MUSEUM,TOUR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260524T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260524T120000
DTSTAMP:20260521T214748
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SUMMARY:From Claude Monet to Vincent van Gogh: A Journey Among Irises
DESCRIPTION:The Museum of Greek Children’s Art is throwing open its doors as part of the Τhis is Athens City Festival 2026\, inviting children aged 6 to 12 to dive into the vibrant worlds of two legendary masters. Using the iconic “Irises” of Vincent van Gogh and Claude Monet as their creative spark\, young participants will experiment with light\, texture\, and a kaleidoscope of materials to compose their own unique masterpieces.\n\nIn this forward-thinking workshop\, art transforms into an immersive game. It’s all about boosting imagination and handing the keys of global art history to our younger residents in the most playful way possible.\n\n\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/from-claude-monet-to-vincent-van-gogh-a-journey-among-irises/
LOCATION:Museum of Greek Children’s Art\, Kdrou 9\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 58\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FOR KIDS,FREE,MUSEUM
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260524T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260524T220000
DTSTAMP:20260521T214749
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SUMMARY:Blooming Kypseli
DESCRIPTION:Kypseli Municipal Market puts on its festive spring colours and invites the public to Blooming Kypseli\, a two-day celebration dedicated to the world of flowers and plants. For an entire weekend\, the historic Market is transformed into a blooming hub of creativity\, where designers and emerging Greek brands present plants\, botanical products\, natural cosmetics\, as well as handmade jewellery and clothing inspired by nature. Visitors will also have the opportunity to take part in original workshops celebrating the joy of making and creativity\, while music selections\, food and refreshing drinks complete the experience\, turning Kypseli into the ultimate spring destination in the city.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/blooming-kypseli/2026-05-24/
LOCATION:Kypseli Municipal Market\, Kypseli Municipal Market\, Athens\, Athens\, 113 61\, Greece
CATEGORIES:DJ SET,ENTERTAINMENT,FREE
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260524T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260524T130000
DTSTAMP:20260521T214749
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SUMMARY:Canvas Bag Meets Vintage Flair
DESCRIPTION:How were traditional costumes made\, and what secrets are hidden within their vibrant colours\, intricate patterns\, and fine details? \n\nThe National Historical Museum invites the younger friends of the This is Athens City Festival 2026 to an interactive session that brings folk tradition to life creatively and delightfully. The journey begins with a guided exploration of the Museum’s Folk Collection\, where children will get up close to the richness of Greek attire\, discovering the materials\, techniques\, and sheer craftsmanship that went into every handmade piece. But the experience doesn’t end with looking. Transitioning from observation to creation\, and under the expert guidance of the museum curators\, children will try their hand at the traditional block printing technique to decorate their very own canvas tote bag. By the end of the session\, folk art is no longer just a museum exhibit\, but their personal masterpiece to carry home. This is a brilliant opportunity for children to connect history with imagination and discover the past through their own hands.\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/canvas-bag-meets-vintage-flair/
LOCATION:National Historical Museum\, Stadiou 13\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 61\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FOR KIDS,FREE,MUSEUM,TRADITION
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260524T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260524T130000
DTSTAMP:20260521T214749
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SUMMARY:Butterfly Words
DESCRIPTION:Our young friends aged 6 to 12 are invited on a magical journey into the world of Greek Nobel Laureate Odysseas Elytis through the educational programme “Butterfly Words”. As part of the This is Athens City Festival 2026\, children will have the chance to get to know the work of one of the most significant poets in a fun and creative way\, using his very own words as building blocks.\n\nSymbols\, images\, and concepts from his earliest poems are transformed into an original linguistic game. Participants will deconstruct famous verses and experiment with their own original creations\, letting their imagination “fly” free.\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/butterfly-words/
LOCATION:Elytis’ House – Museum\, Polygnotou 7\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 55\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FOR KIDS,FREE,LITERATURE,MUSEUM
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260524T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260524T140000
DTSTAMP:20260521T214749
CREATED:20260421T134104Z
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SUMMARY:Intervention at the House of Identities
DESCRIPTION:The This is Athens City Festival 2026 invites us to create the “House of Identities\,” a small-scale structure made of construction mesh that hosts countless human figures engraved on zinc sheets. Every visitor who passes through the “house’s” small door is not merely a spectator\, but a co-creator: invited to leave their personal mark\, their fingerprint\, and a small message on special paper suspended from the walls.\n\nThis “little house” has no roof\, remaining open to space and time\, while its walls are built day by day from the signatures and memories of the people who visit it.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/intervention-at-the-house-of-identities/
LOCATION:The City of Athens Gallery\, Municipal Gallery of Athens\, Athens\, Athens\, 104 36\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260524T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260524T183000
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SUMMARY:A Remembrance Route for Τhose Who Didn’t Make It – 1940-1944
DESCRIPTION:This Remembrance Route is a moving tribute to the thousands of anonymous victims of the Great Famine during the Nazi Occupation of Athens\, as well as those who fell before the firing squads. This walk unfolds the harrowing yet deeply human stories of our city and its people who didn’t make it through one of the dramatic chapters of our city’s history. Simultaneously\, the Third Cemetery of Athens is reintroduced to the public as a vital historical landmark\, a sacred space of memory for those who never lived to see our country free.\n\nLeading this evocative journey is Zetta Antonopoulou\, Historian-Archaeologist and Head of the Cultural Heritage Department of the City of Athens.\n\nMeeting Point: Entrance of the Third Cemetery\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/a-remembrance-route-for-%cf%84hose-who-didnt-make-it-1940-1944-2/
LOCATION:Third Cemetery of Athens\, Thivon & Kotyoron\, Athens\, Athens\, 184 54\, Greece
CATEGORIES:FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,TOUR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260524T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260524T190000
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SUMMARY:A Walk through Rizokastro & Anafiotika
DESCRIPTION:Rizokastro and Anafiotika\, two of the most enchanting and singular corners of Athens\, become the backdrop for a journey that weaves together history\, memory\, and the inexhaustible charm of Plaka. Archaeologist and guide Michalis Giohalas invites us on a route that goes far beyond a typical tour; it is a quest for Athenian identity where the layers of time remain vividly visible.\n\nGuided by surviving monuments\, the ghosts of lost buildings\, and the hidden details we usually overlook\, this walk attempts to reconstruct a different Athens\, but certainly not a lost one. Even those who believe they know Plaka inside out will have the chance to see it through a fresh lens where myth\, legend\, and topography collide. It is an experience that bridges academic insight with the evocative\, nostalgic power of our capital’s most authentic neighbourhood.\n\nMeeting Point: Acropolis Metro Station\, Makriyianni exit.\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.\n\n 
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/a-walk-through-rizokastro-anafiotika/
LOCATION:Acropolis Metro Station\, Makrygianni 9\, Athens\, Athens\, 117 42\, Greece
CATEGORIES:FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,TOUR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260524T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260524T230000
DTSTAMP:20260521T214749
CREATED:20260508T122101Z
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SUMMARY:Techno Yoga
DESCRIPTION:The creative team behind Techno Yoga Greece invites us to redefine our relationship with wellness and entertainment. Through a contemporary and dynamic approach\, the event combines the power of music with the practice of yoga\, creating a unique experience that connects body and mind. Featuring yoga sessions accompanied by energetic DJ sets and an immersive aesthetic\, Techno Yoga Greece brings together a vibrant community seeking authentic ways of self-connection and collective experience. In a distinctive urban setting\, music and movement become the vehicle for an experiential journey\, proving that the modern rhythm of the city can exist in perfect harmony with inner balance and wellbeing.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/techno-yoga/
LOCATION:Koumoundourou Square\, Πλ. Κουμουνδουρου\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 53\, Greece
CATEGORIES:DJ SET,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
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