Cinobo Maskot: Athens’ new Open-Air Cinema opens in Heroes of National Defence Park
Athens has welcomed a new destination for film lovers with the opening of Cinobo Maskot, a fully renovated open-air cinema located in
Events
Video Art Miden returns to Kalamata with a landmark tribute to Greek Video Art
Video Art Miden returns to Kalamata from 10 to 12 July 2026, celebrating 22 years of continuous international activity with a rich
Imagined Landscapes and Inner Worlds: Sophie Esslinger’s “Atlas” in Syros
Some landscapes exist only in memory. Others seem familiar despite never having been visited. In Atlas, her new solo exhibition at Jenny
Summer in the Atrium: Yian Van Angelopoulos & Fotis Siotas at STOA Culture
As part of its Summer in the Atrium programme, STOA Culture, with PPC as Grand Sponsor, welcomes Yian Van Angelopoulos and Fotis
“Transition” at Athens’ historic former Public Disinfecting Station explores loss and renewal
The Federation of Employees’ Associations of the Regions of Greece (OSYAPE), together with the Employees’ Association of the Region of Attica (SYPA),
A summer stop in the world of Maria Callas
Special Friday ticket offers, the beloved La Mia Maria creative workshop for children and adults, and guided tours in both Greek and
18th Psarokokalo International Short Film Festival: Films from 42 Countries, Talks, Masterclasses and Networking Events in Folegandros
The 18th Psarokokalo International Short Film Festival returns to Folegandros from 10–17 July with films from 42 countries, premieres, talks, masterclasses and
Festival at the Park 2026 Returns to Paros with Music, Theatre and Cinema by the Sea
Culture and nature come together once again at the Paros Environmental & Cultural Park, as Festival at the Park returns from July
Encardia bring their Mediterranean celebration to the Megaron Garden
After twenty-two years of performances across Greece and abroad, Encardia return with an open-air concert that blends Southern Italian traditions, Greek folk
Two Queens, One Throne: Donizetti’s Maria Stuarda comes to the Megaron Garden
One of Gaetano Donizetti’s greatest bel canto masterpieces arrives on the big screen this July as the Megaron Athens Concert Hall continues
Charlie Kaufman Comes to Athens for a Special Evening at Stella Open-Air Cinema
Oscar-winning screenwriter Charlie Kaufman will appear in Athens for a rare public conversation, followed by screenings of two short films, including How
The Greek National Opera closes its 2025/26 season with Verdi’s La Traviata
One of Verdi’s most beloved masterpieces returns in Nikos S. Petropoulos’ landmark production, presented for the first time at the Stavros Niarchos
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“Il Giardino Segreto” at the ATRIUM of Alexander’s Lounge: Hotel Grande Bretagne sets the table with handmade lace
The story behind Hotel Grande Bretagne’s summer menu, where gastronomy meets handmade lace, ceramics, and Greek tradition Once found atop television sets,
Lesvos: Time shaped in clay
Elpida Kourtzi and a Six-Generation Ceramic Tradition In Agiasos, on the island of Lesvos, the Kourtzi family has been working with clay
Beyond the Caldera: “Othen Elemental Aesthetics” celebrates contemporary craft in Santorini
In the traditional village of Megalochori, away from Santorini’s bustling caldera, a new space dedicated to contemporary art, craftsmanship and collectible design
“The Emperose Residence” in Koukaki: The art of living like a local in an Athenian neighbourhood that has preserved its history and character
How a historic house in Koukaki is redefining the meaning of contemporary hospitality In recent years, Athens has been transforming through buildings
Hidroliq and Sugahspank! Join Forces for a Psychedelic Soul Session at STOA Culture
As part of its Summer in the Atrium programme, STOA Culture, with PPC as Grand Sponsor, welcomes Hidroliq and Sugahspank! for a special musical encounter that brings the vibrant energy of Athens’ contemporary jazz, funk and soul scene to the Atrium of the historic Arsakeio Arcade. Emerging on the Athenian music scene in 2022, Hidroliq quickly established a distinctive sound that defies conventional genre boundaries. Rooted in jazz improvisation and driven by the powerful rhythms of funk, the band explores
Hermoupolis marks 200 years since its founding with a landmark anniversary celebration
The year 2026 marks a defining moment for the island of Syros, as Hermoupolis celebrates the bicentenary of its naming and founding in 1826. More than the capital of the Cyclades, Hermoupolis has long stood as a symbol of neoclassical elegance, maritime prosperity, and cultural vitality—a city born from the resilience of refugees who transformed displacement into one of modern Greece’s most remarkable urban success stories. Founded by refugees arriving from Smyrna, Kydonies, Chios, Psara, Kasos and other parts of
Food Culture
Summer in a glass
There is something undeniably summery about a clear glass pitcher filled with fragrant herbs slowly releasing their aromas into cool water. It
A new culinary journey above Athens: Mappemonde unveils its latest menu
Executive Chef Dimitris Arsenidis and Pastry Chef Nadia Makrygianni present a refined tasting experience where Greek ingredients, contemporary technique, and one of
Camille x Manári: Camille’s Elliot Hashtroudi comes to Athens for a one-night collaboration at Manári
Fire, exceptional ingredients, and cooking without unnecessary embellishments. These are the principles that bring together Manari and one of London’s most talked-about
Herbs, Wine, and Hospitality in Ancient Greece
By Sofia Triantou Long before they found their way into the pages of books, herbs had already secured their place in everyday
Destinations
Playmobil Odyssey Experience, Summer Sports Camps and Juventus Academy Resort Experience: Summer Adventures for Children and Teens at Costa Navarino
From football, basketball and tennis to immersive summer sports camps, Costa Navarino presents a comprehensive summer programme for young guests. Costa Navarino
The Luxury of Simplicity on Kea Island
The journey began one afternoon without expectations. No long museum visits, no complicated maps, no lists of must-see beaches or restaurants. Not
Easter in Greece: Following the Most Beautiful Epitaphios experience
Explore some of Greece’s most distinctive Good Friday traditions, from Corfu to Hydra, where the Epitaphios becomes a powerful cultural experience I
3 destinations close to Athens for Easter break
It is a difficult year for those of us who like to travel any chance they get. The uncertainty of a war
Kurō Tanino’s Sleeping Fires comes to Pireos 260 for its greek premiere
The Athens Epidaurus Festival presents Sleeping Fires, the latest production by acclaimed Japanese director and playwright Kurō Tanino, on 27 and 28 June 2026 at Pireos 260 (Space H). Born blind, Iku lives in the mountains with her partner, navigating the world by “reading” bodies and emotions through the heightened sensitivity of her hands. When Sayo, a young apprentice learning the art of massage, arrives, the delicate balance of Iku’s life begins to shift. As their relationship deepens, their apprenticeship
“Tisento”: An Immersive Acoustic Performance in Dialogue with Maria Filippakopoulou’s Exhibition at Kourd Gallery
As Maria Filippakopoulou’s solo exhibition Radiant Landscape of Colour, curated by Eleni Varopoulou, continues at Kourd Gallery until 4 July 2026, the gallery presents a special one-night performance that extends the exhibition beyond the visual experience. On Wednesday, 1 July, at 21:00, actress, director, and performer Georgia Tsagkaraki, together with composer Stefanos Giakoumakis, will present Tisento, an immersive acoustic performance created in direct dialogue with Filippakopoulou’s paintings. Rather than interpreting the artworks, Tisento listens to their inner resonance. Through a