One of Athens’ most iconic squares transforms into the city’s biggest dance floor on the day before New Year’s Eve. Right in front of City Hall, it’s the ultimate farewell to the year gone by! Top promoters, DJs, and street sounds come together for a night of epic proportions. When Street Outdoors Soundsystem, Yucatan, Deerislnd,
The talented songstress, reminiscent of a New Wave heroine, glides gracefully across a range of musical styles, turning each performance into a miniature musical cinema. Her captivating voice, delicate sensitivity, and the refreshing energy she brings to the stage promise to make this the most refined and charming concert of the festive season.
One of the hottest voices of Gen Z, Billie Kark, is lighting up Kotzia Square with her captivating sound this Christmas! Blending electronic beats with traditional influences, she’ll take you on a musical journey through forests, peaks, and whimsical stories. With a style that’s as fresh as it is bold, Billie Kark will get you
In collaboration with Frontstage Entertainment comes a one-day, wonderfully festive celebration for the whole family! Enjoy face painting and a bubble show, create your own lucky charm in our workshop, experiment with… snow, listen to a Christmas story, meet Santa Claus, dance along to a DJ set by the HiT 88.9 producers, and round off
A year ago, Evritiki Zygia introduced itself to the Festival audience with a stunning concert in the square of the National Archaeological Museum. This year, it lands in the center of Athens, in Kotzia Square, leading the audience into the Dionysian magic of a Thracian Psychedelia. On Friday, May 30th, at 20:00, make a stop
Dance performances in unexpected spots around the city, featuring students from the State School of Dance, under the artistic direction of the school’s leading dance teacher, Dafni Kokkinou.
Ministry of Concrete teams up with the This is Athens City Festival for an epic skateboarding showdown! Pros and amateurs alike bring their energy and skills to a tournament that’s more than just a contest—it’s a full-blown celebration. Bigger and bolder than ever, this year’s edition transforms one of Athens’ central squares into a skate
InDance: Exploring Accessibility through Inclusive DANCE brings together five individuals from different European backgrounds, each with expertise in both dance and accessibility. The collective EXIS choreographs a site-specific outdoor performance on the theme of Accessibility in the City, guiding audiences through various urban spaces in Athens to highlight the importance of accessible public environments. EXIS
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