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SUMMARY:The Gift That Remained Unopened!
DESCRIPTION:A secret parcel\, hidden among the centuries-old thickets of the National Garden\, awaits its first explorers. For the Athens City Festival 2026\, the B. & M. Theocharakis Foundation invites young citizens to an unconventional adventure blurring the lines between detective work and fine art. Armed with magnifying glasses and “scientific” gloves\, children will track the artistic footprints of the legendary Stephen Antonakos.\n\nDrawing inspiration from the artist’s iconic “Travel Collages” and “Packages”\, participants dive into the world of conceptual art through immersive role-playing and team missions. They will discover how a simple journey transforms into a collage and how a sealed package can contain entire universes\, eventually crafting their own original masterpieces using organic materials gathered directly from the Garden’s ecosystem.\n\nFor 50 years\, this mysterious “gift” has sat patiently in the heart of the city’s most iconic green space. By turning Antonakos’ legacy of sealed artworks into a living\, breathing mystery\, this event offers a rare\, hands-on exploration of the intersection between art and the environment.\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/the-gift-that-remained-unopened/
LOCATION:National Garden\, Vas. Amalias 1\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 57\, Greece
CATEGORIES:FOR KIDS,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
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SUMMARY:Andreas Spiliotopoulos: Heroes of Today
DESCRIPTION:Astrolavos Art Gallery presents the solo painting exhibition of Andreas Spiliotopoulos\, titled “Heroes of Today”—a body of work that brings classical art into a direct dialogue with contemporary pop culture. Drawing influence from the allegorical and monumental traditions of painting\, as well as the kinetic energy and narrative drive of comic books\, the artist creates dense\, multi-layered compositions teeming with parallel action.\n\nOn his canvases\, joy coexists with fear\, irony with drama\, and the mundane with the hyperbolic. These modern-day “heroes” are not supernatural figures\, but characters of contemporary life navigating fragility\, intensity\, and humour. The exhibition offers a vivid and penetrating look at our world\, suggesting that the comic and the tragic are\, ultimately\, two sides of the same narrative coin.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOpening hours: Tuesday\, Wednesday\, Thursday\, Friday: 12:00–16:00 and 17:00–20:00; Saturday: 11:00–15:00. Closed on Sunday & Monday.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/andreas-spiliotopoulos-heroes-of-today/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:Astrolavos Art Gallery\, 11 Xanthippou\, Kolonaki\, 106 75\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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SUMMARY:Vera Stavrinadi: Pop-Up Frequencies
DESCRIPTION:Astrolavos Art Gallery hosts “Pop-Up Frequencies”\, a striking sculptural intervention by Vera Stavrinadi that occupies the gallery space with undeniable presence and style. Monumental sculptures in the form of contemporary totems alternate with smaller floor and wall-mounted pieces\, all bathed in the vibrant\, fluorescent hues of pop culture and comic- book aesthetics.\n\nWith a sarcastic yet playful approach that draws on the world of children’s toys\, the artist opens a fragmented dialogue regarding the values of modern society. By casting a critical eye on consumerist tropes and contemporary superficiality\, Stavrinadi successfully marries a sharp perspective with an irresistibly joyful dimension. This experience invites us to view the “idols” of our everyday lives through a new\, luminous\, and subversive frequency.\n\nOpening hours: Tuesday\, Wednesday\, Thursday\, Friday: 12:00–16:00 and 17:00–20:00; Saturday: 11:00–15:00. Closed on Sunday & Monday.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/vera-stavrinadi-pop-up-frequencies/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:Astrolavos Art Gallery\, 11 Xanthippou\, Kolonaki\, 106 75\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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SUMMARY:Demosthenes Agrafiotis: "Xαrtιά" [Crossroads & Junctions] 1975–2025
DESCRIPTION:At Art Project Space\, the exhibition “Xαrtιά” [Crossroads & Junctions] 1975–2025 carries both a retrospective and emotional resonance. Originally conceived by Demosthenes Agrafiotis himself for late 2025\, his sudden passing has transformed this presentation into a vital tribute to the expansive work and thought of a true pioneer in Greek experimental art and poetry.\n\nSpanning five decades of creation\, the exhibition invites the public to navigate the “crossroads” where Agrafiotis’s writing\, imagery\, and theoretical enquiries met. It is a rare opportunity to trace the evolution of a mind that saw art as a constant state of transition and experimentation.\n\nAlongside the retrospective\, the exhibition presents his final creation: the artist’s book “Synoda” (Accompaniments)\, released in a limited\, numbered edition of just 40 unique copies. This is more than an exhibition; it is a final\, precious dialogue with an artist who thought of art as a field for experimentation\, deep enquiry\, and a state of constant transition.\n\n\nOpening hours: Tuesday 17:00–21:00\, Thursday & Friday 12:00–20:00\, Saturday 11:00–15:00. Closed on Sunday\, Monday & Wednesday.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/demosthenes-agrafiotis-x%ce%b1rt%ce%b9%ce%ac-crossroads-junctions-1975-2025/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:Art Project Space\, 66 Falirou\, Athens\, 117 41\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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SUMMARY:Panos Charalambous: COLUMBIA
DESCRIPTION:At CITRONNE Gallery\, Panos Charalambous invites us to step into a “sonic room” that speaks directly to the memory of the city. The journey begins in 2006\, the year the historic Columbia vinyl record factory in Rizoupoli was demolished\, symbolically closing a massive chapter of Greek music history. Columbia was a place where the voices\, songs\, and moments that shaped our collective soundscape were once etched into wax.\n\nCharalambous transforms the gallery into a visceral\, immersive installation. Here\, you are invited to walk across a “sound floor\,” literally treading on the echoes of a memory that refuses to fade. It is a haunting reminder that music doesn’t vanish with the buildings that once housed it; instead\, it survives through emotion\, shared experience\, and our collective imagination.\n\nIn a city that is constantly evolving\, COLUMBIA is a profound meditation on decay\, remembrance\, and our deep-seated need to keep our shared history alive.\n\nOpening hours: Tuesday\, Thursday\, Friday: 11:00–20:00; Wednesday\, Saturday: 11:00–16:00. Closed on Monday & Sunday.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/panos-charalambous-columbia/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:CITRONNE Gallery\, 19 Patriarchou Ioakim\, Athens\, 106 75\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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SUMMARY:Dimitra Siaterli: Cohesive Networks
DESCRIPTION:This solo exhibition by Dimitra Siaterli is presented as a fascinating journey connecting the artist’s past and present. Spanning from the 1980s and 90s right through to her brand-new productions\, the exhibition unfolds in three sections that feel like acts in a play. Visitors will wander through a world of strange minerals\, fossils\, and mythical creatures\, eventually arriving at an “anatomy” of the human form through striking sculptures\, meshes\, and engravings. Tiny human figures seem to leap out from labyrinths and processions\, creating a playful tension between myth and reality. This is an experiential journey that reminds us of the vital human need for connection and our place as a precious part of a vast\, collective network. It is a study of coexistence\, delivered in a visual language that speaks to the heart about the time and space we all share
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/dimitra-siaterli-cohesive-networks/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:The City of Athens Gallery\, Municipal Gallery of Athens\, Athens\, Athens\, 104 36\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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SUMMARY:Nikolas Klironomos: A Retrospective (1985–2025)
DESCRIPTION:This major retrospective is a brilliant place to start looking into the work of Nikolas Klironomos\, an artist who has spent decades masterfully blurring the lines between fine art and set design.\n\nKlironomos doesn’t just paint; he “directs” his canvases. Think of him as a visual filmmaker who takes the raw\, chaotic energy of Athens\, our streets\, our faces\, our light\, and filters it through a lens of memory and emotion.\n\nIn this exhibition\, the mundane meets the dreamlike. You’ll see the changing seasons of the city tangled up with those small\, quirky moments that make life in Athens so unique. By playing with vibrant palettes and some rather unusual materials\, he creates scenes that feel like they’re in constant motion. It’s a bit like catching a glimpse of Athens from a moving Vespa—everything is fluid\, poetic\, and strangely alive.\n\nThis exhibition is designed to speak directly to your heart and your memory. What’s truly clever is how Klironomos takes “the bits and bobs” of life\, those fragmented\, everyday moments\, and gives them a sense of grandeur and importance. It’s a proper journey into the hidden corners of time and what it actually means to be human.\n\nOpening hours: Tuesday–Saturday: 11:00–19:00; Sunday: 10:00–16:00. Closed on Monday.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/nikolas-klironomos-a-retrospective-1985-2025/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:The City of Athens Gallery\, Municipal Gallery of Athens\, Athens\, Athens\, 104 36\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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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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SUMMARY:Constantine Xenakis – Dimitris Chiotopoulos: Writing and Trace Two Journeys into the Labyrinth
DESCRIPTION:Ersi Gallery hosts a deep and unexpectedly poetic dialogue between two masters of the symbolic: Constantine Xenakis and Dimitris Chiotopoulos.\n\nWriting and Trace explores the moment when a mark\, a symbol\, or a simple gesture transcends its everyday use to become a language of its own. Dense with meaning and open to endless interpretation. The internationally acclaimed Xenakis employs codes\, hieroglyphs\, and signals from modern communication to offer a sharp commentary on how meaning is constructed in our digital age. In contrast\, Chiotopoulos brings a more interior\, tactile search to the gallery\, weaving in archetypal shapes and calligraphy elements.\n\nTogether\, they transform the “Labyrinth” into a space of discovery. This isn’t just an exhibition; it’s an invitation to stroll through a maze of signs and silences\, losing yourself in the traces of culture only to find your own way back.\n\nOpening hours: Monday–Friday: 11:30–14:30 & 17:30–20:30; Saturday: 11:30–15:00. Closed on Sunday.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/constantine-xenakis-dimitris-chiotopoulos-writing-and-trace-two-journeys-into-the-labyrinth/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:Gallery Ersi\, Kleomenous 4\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 75\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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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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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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SUMMARY:Giorgos Louloudis: The Path of Light – The Innate
DESCRIPTION:In his new solo exhibition at Gallery Genesis\, Giorgos Louloudis places light centre stage\, moving beyond its role as a mere physical phenomenon.The artist turns his focus toward the small Greek chapels and their unique relationship with the landscape\, transforming them into potent symbols of hope\, silence\, and internal quest. These works function as quiet stations of contemplation\, where physical space and psychological experience are inextricably linked.\n\nThrough a powerful expressionist style\, Louloudis’s painted surfaces gain emotional intensity and depth. Light becomes an inner necessity\, a force that guides the viewer toward a deeply personal reading of the work. This exhibition speaks to the universal need for solace and the enduring power of hope\, asserting art’s ability to serve as a point of renewal and reflection in demanding times.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOpening: Thursday\, May 7 at 20:00. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOpening hours: Tuesday\, Thursday\, Friday: 12:00–21:00; Saturday: 12:00–15:00. Closed on Monday\, Wednesday & Sunday.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/giorgos-louloudis-the-path-of-light-the-innate/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:Genesis Gallery\, Ippokratous 121\, Athens\, Athens\, 114 72\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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SUMMARY:Marilia Fotopoulou: Iconostases
DESCRIPTION:The Ileana Tounta Contemporary Art Centre presents “Iconostases”\, a solo exhibition by Marilia Fotopoulou. This visual proposition turns its gaze toward a subject that is deeply familiar yet often bypassed in our daily lives: the roadside shrines encountered across the Greek landscape. The artist approaches these small\, metallic markers of memory and faith not merely as elements of the scenery\, but as vessels for personal histories\, collective sensitivity\, and profound cultural continuity.\n\nUsing the language of contemporary fine-art photography\, the exhibition illuminates the relationship between the individual and the road\, exploring themes of loss\, memory\, and the urban environment. Fotopoulou’s works do not simply document a characteristic Greek sight; they transform it into a field of observation and reflection. This is a show that invites us to look again at what we pass by every day\, discovering within these shrines a unique weight of emotion\, tradition\, and silent witness. The exhibition works well the Eugenia Grigoraki’s exhibition\, also on view at the gallery\, giving you a broader perspective on this distinctive symbol of the Greek landscape.\n\nOpening hours: Tuesday\, Thursday: 15:00–20:00; Wednesday\, Friday: 12:00–20:00; Saturday: 12:00–16:00. Closed on Monday & Sunday.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/marilia-fotopoulou-iconostases/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:Ileana Tounta Contemporary Art Centre\, 48 Armatolon-Klefton\, Athens\, 114 71\, Greece
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SUMMARY:Evgenia Grigoraki: Roadside Shrines
DESCRIPTION:The Ileana Tounta Contemporary Art Centre presents a solo exhibition by Evgenia Grigoraki titled “Roadside Shrines”\, a photographic series focusing on a familiar yet often overlooked element of the Greek landscape. Through a personal and direct lens\, the artist approaches these shrines not merely as markers of memory and faith\, but as small\, paradoxical presences that persist in inhabiting public spaces—alongside roads\, around bends\, and throughout our daily commutes.\n\nThe strength of the exhibition lies in this experiential\, almost tender observation. Under Grigoraki’s gaze\, these shrines are transformed into objects of artistic exploration\, highlighting their enduring stability and the specific meaning they continue to hold within Greek society. It is an exhibition that bridges the everyday gaze with folk tradition\, inviting us to pause once more before one of the most characteristic and poignant sights of the Greek roadside. Presented alongside Marilia Fotopoulou’s exhibition\, the show will offer you the chance to explore two different yet complementary photographic interpretations of the same subject.\n\nOpening hours: Tuesday\, Thursday: 15:00–20:00; Wednesday\, Friday: 12:00–20:00; Saturday: 12:00–16:00. Closed on Monday & Sunday.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/evgenia-grigoraki-roadside-shrines/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:Ileana Tounta Contemporary Art Centre\, 48 Armatolon-Klefton\, Athens\, 114 71\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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SUMMARY:Alexandros Georgiou
DESCRIPTION:The Rebecca Camhi Gallery presents a solo exhibition by Alexandros Georgiou. Spanning over three decades of work from 1993 to 2026\, the exhibition offers a profound\, multi-layered look at the artist’s trajectory through oils and works on paper that reveal the evolution of his technique\, themes\, and internal search.\n\nGeorgiou introduces us to a personal\, introspective world where memory\, travel\, and the metaphysical coexist with potent symbolism and a characteristic fluidity of line. His enigmatic figures and landscapes appear to hover outside of time\, inviting the viewer on a quiet yet deep internal journey. This is a rare opportunity to engage with the work of an artist who moves with great sensitivity between the human and the transcendent.\n\nOpening hours: Tuesday–Friday: 12:00–18:00; Saturday: 12:00–16:00. Closed on Monday & Sunday.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/alexandros-georgiou/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:Rebecca Camhi Gallery\, 9 Leonidou\, Metaxourgio\, 104 37\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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SUMMARY:Dr. Yiannis N. Tzortzis: Greenland
DESCRIPTION:The gallery a.antonopoulou.art hosts the solo photography exhibition “Greenland” by Dr. Yiannis N. Tzortzis\, a body of work that seamlessly merges artistic sensitivity with a sharp environmental consciousness. Through his lens\, the frozen landscapes of the North are revealed in all their rare beauty and profound fragility\, opening an essential dialogue on the climate crisis and the complex relationship between humanity and the natural world. Here\, the image transcends simple documentation; it becomes a catalyst for reflection.\n\nThe exhibition carries significant weight as it highlights the delicate balance between natural heritage\, the geopolitical importance of resources\, and our collective responsibility toward the environment. Viewers are invited to perceive Greenland not merely as a site of immense aesthetic power\, but as one of the most critical frontiers for contemplating the planet’s present and future. This is a multi-layered experience with a clear ecological and contemporary footprint.\n\nOpening: Thursday\, May 7 at 19:00.\n\nOpening hours: Wednesday\, Thursday\, Friday: 14:00–20:00; Saturday: 12:00–16:00. Closed on Monday\, Tuesday & Sunday.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/dr-yiannis-n-tzortzis-greenland/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:a.antonopoulou.art Gallery\, 20 Aristofanous\, Athens\, 105 54\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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SUMMARY:Dimitris Rentoumis: Solo Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Crux Galerie presents the solo exhibition of Dimitris Rentoumis. Through his new series of works\, the artist “dialogues” with the transient and fragile nature of paper\, experimenting with the transition from a two-dimensional image to a three-dimensional variable materiality. He transforms paper surfaces into sculptural forms that occupy the space.\n\nWith a rich journey that includes studies at the Athens School of Fine Arts and the Netherlands\, as well as participation in prestigious programmes such as Jan van Eyck and Onassis Air\, the creator brings a proposal to Athens that balances the delicacy of the material with the dynamics of the installation.\n\nThis is a unique opportunity for the public to discover how paper can “breathe” and develop beyond the boundaries of the frame\, creating a living visual environment.\n\nOpening hours: Wednesday–Friday: 12:00–20:00; Saturday: 12:00–16:00. Closed on Monday\, Tuesday & Sunday.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/dimitris-rentoumis-solo-exhibition/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:Crux Gallery\, 4 Sekeri\, Athens\, 106 74\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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SUMMARY:Inna Orlik: The Permanent Collection
DESCRIPTION:Orlik Gallery invites the This is Athens City Festival audience to a distinctive encounter with the visual universe of Inna Orlik. This exhibition brings to the fore a world where contemporary painting enters into a dialogue with mythology\, nature\, and the human experience\, creating an environment rich in symbolism and layers of interpretation.\n\nDefined by bold colours\, complex textures\, and a singular painterly language\, Orlik’s works move between the visible and the suggestive\, the personal and the collective. The artist transforms the canvas into a space for narrative and exploration\, inviting the viewer to discover forms\, symbols\, and underlying connections. It is an exhibition tailored for those seeking not only aesthetic intensity in contemporary art but also a substantial\, resonant depth.\n\nOpening hours: Daily: 12:00–18:00.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/inna-orlik-the-permanent-collection/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:Orlik Gallery\, 3 Palaiologou Benizelou\, Athens\, 105 56\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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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/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:The City of Athens Gallery\, Municipal Gallery of Athens\, Athens\, Athens\, 104 36\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY,TOUR
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SUMMARY:First Cemetery of Athens: An Open-Air Sculpture Gallery II
DESCRIPTION:While Halepas’s “Sleeping Maiden” is undoubtedly the most iconic sculpture in Athens’ First Cemetery\, the beauty of this open-air museum goes far beyond its famous headline acts.\n\nAs part of the This is Athens City Festival 2026\, archaeologist and guide Michalis Giohalas invites us to step off the main path. We’ll be heading up the winding\, uphill trails to discover a lesser-known but equally breathtaking side of Modern Greek sculpture. Far from the usual tourist spots\, you’ll encounter imposing mausoleums and monuments where a grand passion for legacy meets a crushing\, powerful silence.\n\nIn this unique space\, the mortal world seems to hold a quiet conversation with the immortal. This tour shines a light on hidden masterpieces and the moving human stories behind them\, offering a deeply personal look at the artistic and historical heritage of Athens.\n\nMeeting Point: Main Entrance of the First Cemetery of Athens (at the end of Anapafseos Street).\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.\n\n 
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/first-cemetery-of-athens-an-open-air-sculpture-gallery-ii/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:First Cemetery of Athens\, Logginou 3\, Athens\, Athens\, 116 36\, Greece
CATEGORIES:FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,TOUR
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SUMMARY:Yoga Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Rizari Park is transforming into the quietest\, yet most radiant\, spot in the city. Think of it as a lush green sanctuary right in the heart of Athens\, where time seems to slow down and the city’s daily hum just fades away behind the trees.\n\nAs part of the This is Athens City Festival\, our Yoga Sessions are back\, inviting you to roll out your mat on the grass and get in sync with your body and breath. Practising under the shade of the trees with the open sky above is a total game-changer\, it’s a chance to reconnect with yourself and the city in a whole new way.\n\nWe’ve got some fantastic instructors on hand to guide everyone from total beginners to seasoned yogis through a harmonious flow focused on balance\, focus\, and finding that inner alignment. Every inhale brings a fresh burst of energy\, and every exhale lets go of the day’s tension.\n\nIt’s that lovely moment when Athens reveals its serene side—a gentle reminder that wellbeing isn’t a luxury\, it’s a rhythm we can all find together.\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/yoga-sessions/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:Rizari Park\, Rizari 5\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 76\, Greece
CATEGORIES:FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,SPORTS & WELLNESS
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SUMMARY:Fitness Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Parko Eleftherias is being transformed into a sprawling open-air hub of energy and well-being for this year’s This is Athens City Festival. At Fitness Sessions\, movement is a celebration; here\, exercise isn’t about competition—it’s about self-care\, community\, and recharging your batteries right in the heart of the city.\n\nSet within one of Athens’ most refreshing green spaces\, you’re invited to rediscover the joy of physical activity in a welcoming and supportive environment. Expert instructors and their teams will lead sessions for everyone\, ranging from Yoga and Pilates to more high-energy workouts\, offering a programme tailored to all fitness levels and needs.\n\nParticipation and good vibes are the order of the day\, turning this event into a true festival for the body and the city alike. It’s a cracking opportunity to get moving together in one of Athens’ most beautiful outdoor settings.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/fitness-sessions-5/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:Eleftherias Park\, Eleftherias Park\, Athens\, Athens\, 115 21\, Greece
CATEGORIES:FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,SPORTS & WELLNESS
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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,FREE,PARTY
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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\nSaturday\n\n09:00: Maria Chrysocheraki / Chakra Healing – Balance & Female Well-being\n\nDiscover the balance between health and vitality by harmonizing your energy. Centered on female empowerment\, we create a shared space of coexistence where every presence is welcome\, aiming for inner peace and total rejuvenation.\n\nMaria Chrysocheraki\n\nBeginning her studies at the source of Yoga\, India\, Maria Chrysocheraki (Level 3 Iyengar Teacher) dedicates her work to the female nature. As an experienced teacher and author on pregnancy\, she creates a framework of safety and love\, where knowledge becomes the vehicle for holistic well-being. Guidance that embraces a woman’s needs\, offering balance and spiritual renewal.\n\n10:00: Eva Tripolitsioti & Tania Saiti / Deep Relaxation & Inner Reconnection – Yin & Yoga Nidra\n\nIn a world moving at a frantic pace\, returning to stillness is the most essential act of self-care. This class is an invitation to slow down and listen to our bodies again. Through the stillness of Yin Yoga\, we release the tension accumulated deep within our tissues\, while with Yoga Nidra\, we are led into a state of conscious sleep. There\, where the mind ceases to strive\, true inner reconnection begins. A holistic journey from external action to inner serenity.\n\nEva Tripolitsioti\n\nEva is a certified Yoga teacher (Hatha & Vinyasa Flow) trained in India and the YogaWorks school\, where she also served as an assistant trainer. Teaching since 2005\, she specializes in programs for children\, pregnant women\, and special populations. From 2014 to 2022\, she founded and managed Anahata Shuddhi studio; today\, she organizes holistic wellness retreats and works as an executive for a German health and nutrition company.\n\nTania Saiti\n\nFocusing on the healing power of stillness\, Tania Saiti guides Yoga and Yoga Nidra practices that offer a sanctuary from daily tension. Through her teaching\, she nurtures deep relaxation and inner connection\, creating a safe space for awareness. Her goal is to restore balance and highlight energetic harmony in every practitioner.\n\n11:00: Mandy Persaki / Pilates for All\n\nBased on the Pilates philosophy\, this class utilizes the power of isometric exercises and our own body weight. It is a precision workout that builds stability and strength from the inside out. Naturally\, the repertoire is adapted with alternative options to cover the needs of every practitioner and special populations.\n\nMandy Persaki\n\nMandy Persaki holds a degree in Physical Education and Sports Science (UoA)\, along with a Master’s and a PhD from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens\, specializing in the effects of Pilates on female physical fitness and health. She is the founder and owner of the successful “Pilates By Mandy and more” chain\, which currently operates 8 studios across Attica. Alongside her business ventures\, she remains actively involved in scientific research projects at the University of Athens\, bridging the gap between academic expertise and practical fitness application.\n\n12:00: Nikos Florakis / Hip Work – Release the Hip – Decompression\, Opening\, Mobility\n\nA class designed to provide strength while “unlocking” the vital hip joint. Through a combination of dynamic flow and restorative approaches\, we focus on releasing tension and improving mobility. A practice open to all levels that balances intensity and deep relaxation.\n\nNikos Florakis\n\nA graduate of Sports Science from Brunel University with a Master’s in Sport & Leisure Management. With over a decade of experience\, he is a certified RYT-200/300h teacher and lead trainer for YogaWorks. Additionally\, he holds Pilates certification from BASI and specializations in Sport Performance Enhancement and Corrective Exercise (NASM).\n\n13:00: Christina Pikoula / MindGames – Stop Sabotaging Yourself & Make Your Mindset Your Ally\n\nHow many times have you felt that while you want to move forward\, something inside keeps you back? In this interactive session\, you will discover how your thoughts affect your choices and results\, identify self-sabotage patterns\, and learn how to transform them into power. Through simple exercises and practical “mind games\,” you will make your mindset your strongest ally in daily life and growth.\n\nChristina Pikoula\n\nChristina guides people daily to overcome internal obstacles and maximize their potential. As the voice behind the “Win Win Podcast\,” she inspires her audience to take action\, exceed their limits\, and consciously create the life they desire.\n\n14:00 – 15:00 Break\n\n15:00: Gina Poulou / The Voice the Body Hides – Voice as a Bridge between Body & Nervous System\n\nThe voice ceases to be just a means of communication and becomes a bridge between the body and the nervous system. Through its vibration and energy\, we release emotions\, vent tension\, and return to our center.\n\nGina Poulou\n\nWith studies and an extensive career abroad\, Gina specializes in the voice as a means of therapy and expression. As a Buteyko Breathing Instructor and author\, she introduced the YogaYourVoice method to Greece\, an innovative approach uniting breath\, voice\, and emotional release.\n\n16:00: Viki Tzereme / Performance Training – Training Efficiency\n\nEvery movement counts; every effort brings you closer to the goal. Efficiency lies in essence\, not in time. When movement is executed with awareness and correctness\, results come more directly and safely. Stay focused\, stay consistent – your goal is only a few quality workouts away.\n\n17:00: Sophie Paschali / E-motion / Feel the Beat\, Feel your Emotions\n\nAn experiential session to connect with your inner rhythm. Through breath and movement\, you activate your body\, experience well-being\, and discover how to shift your energy within the flow of the beat. You will observe how emotions act as the driver of your “vehicle”—your body—and you won’t just hear this as a concept; you will truly feel it.\n\nSophie Paschali\n\nSophie Paschali is a Yoga Instructor\, meditation guide\, and breathwork facilitator\, as well as a certified Life Coach. She holds certifications in energy healing and consistently advances her expertise by attending annual seminars in the fields of mindfulness\, counseling\, and positive psychology.\n\n18:00: Nikos Manolis / Prana Yoga – Feel the Inner Flow\n\nAn energetic and creative approach to the flow of Yoga. An exploration of our internal movement and a rediscovery of the body’s natural range. An experience open to all levels that cultivates strength\, flexibility\, intuition\, and vital energy. Through creative asana sequences\, we learn to “surf” the waves of breath and the rhythms of change.\n\nNikos Manolis\n\nA graduate of the British Wheel of Yoga and The Life Centre\, and a member of Yoga Alliance. Having completed advanced training in Prana Vinyasa Yoga with Shiva Rea\, he approaches teaching as a blend of his experiences\, emphasizing “rasa” (taste)\, “prana” (energy)\, and “bhava” (mood).\n\n19:00: Nikolaos Unalome / Sound Bath Experience – Vibrations in the Open Air\n\nThe Sound Bath is an acoustic journey of vibrations that relaxes the body\, calms the mind\, and activates the body’s natural healing properties. Through the sounds of instruments like gongs and crystal bowls\, cosmic vibrations remove stress and all that no longer serves you. Combined with the fresh air and the changing light of the National Garden\, the experience becomes a magical journey with sound as the vehicle.\n\nNikolaos Unalome\n\nNikolaos began with Yoga (Ashtanga\, Hatha\, Pranayama) and expanded into specialized therapeutic arts like Thai Massage\, Osteo-Thai\, and Ayurveda. In recent years\, he has focused on the healing power of sound\, using Bilas (flat bells) with high-frequency vibrations to offer transcendental experiences.\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.\n\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:Dimitra Siaterli: Cohesive Networks
DESCRIPTION:This solo exhibition by Dimitra Siaterli is presented as a fascinating journey connecting the artist’s past and present. Spanning from the 1980s and 90s right through to her brand-new productions\, the exhibition unfolds in three sections that feel like acts in a play. Visitors will wander through a world of strange minerals\, fossils\, and mythical creatures\, eventually arriving at an “anatomy” of the human form through striking sculptures\, meshes\, and engravings. Tiny human figures seem to leap out from labyrinths and processions\, creating a playful tension between myth and reality. This is an experiential journey that reminds us of the vital human need for connection and our place as a precious part of a vast\, collective network. It is a study of coexistence\, delivered in a visual language that speaks to the heart about the time and space we all share
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/dimitra-siaterli-cohesive-networks/2026-05-24/
LOCATION:The City of Athens Gallery\, Municipal Gallery of Athens\, Athens\, Athens\, 104 36\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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SUMMARY:Nikolas Klironomos: A Retrospective (1985–2025)
DESCRIPTION:This major retrospective is a brilliant place to start looking into the work of Nikolas Klironomos\, an artist who has spent decades masterfully blurring the lines between fine art and set design.\n\nKlironomos doesn’t just paint; he “directs” his canvases. Think of him as a visual filmmaker who takes the raw\, chaotic energy of Athens\, our streets\, our faces\, our light\, and filters it through a lens of memory and emotion.\n\nIn this exhibition\, the mundane meets the dreamlike. You’ll see the changing seasons of the city tangled up with those small\, quirky moments that make life in Athens so unique. By playing with vibrant palettes and some rather unusual materials\, he creates scenes that feel like they’re in constant motion. It’s a bit like catching a glimpse of Athens from a moving Vespa—everything is fluid\, poetic\, and strangely alive.\n\nThis exhibition is designed to speak directly to your heart and your memory. What’s truly clever is how Klironomos takes “the bits and bobs” of life\, those fragmented\, everyday moments\, and gives them a sense of grandeur and importance. It’s a proper journey into the hidden corners of time and what it actually means to be human.\n\nOpening hours: Tuesday–Saturday: 11:00–19:00; Sunday: 10:00–16:00. Closed on Monday.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/nikolas-klironomos-a-retrospective-1985-2025/2026-05-24/
LOCATION:The City of Athens Gallery\, Municipal Gallery of Athens\, Athens\, Athens\, 104 36\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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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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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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SUMMARY:Inna Orlik: The Permanent Collection
DESCRIPTION:Orlik Gallery invites the This is Athens City Festival audience to a distinctive encounter with the visual universe of Inna Orlik. This exhibition brings to the fore a world where contemporary painting enters into a dialogue with mythology\, nature\, and the human experience\, creating an environment rich in symbolism and layers of interpretation.\n\nDefined by bold colours\, complex textures\, and a singular painterly language\, Orlik’s works move between the visible and the suggestive\, the personal and the collective. The artist transforms the canvas into a space for narrative and exploration\, inviting the viewer to discover forms\, symbols\, and underlying connections. It is an exhibition tailored for those seeking not only aesthetic intensity in contemporary art but also a substantial\, resonant depth.\n\nOpening hours: Daily: 12:00–18:00.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/inna-orlik-the-permanent-collection/2026-05-24/
LOCATION:Orlik Gallery\, 3 Palaiologou Benizelou\, Athens\, 105 56\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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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/2026-05-24/
LOCATION:Acropolis Metro Station\, Makrygianni 9\, Athens\, Athens\, 117 42\, Greece
CATEGORIES:FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY,TOUR
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