Lykke Li Brings Her Cinematic Soundscapes to the Odeon of Herodes Atticus
Lykke Li, the voice behind the iconic “I Follow Rivers”, a song that has left an indelible mark on the contemporary European
Events
Poka-Yio’s BREAKING at Upper Ankyle explores the Endless cycle of desire and media consumption
From 19 June to 4 July 2026, Upper Ankyle presents BREAKING, a new solo exhibition by Poka-Yio. Through a series of new
SYSTEMA: A New Platform Bringing Greek Performing Arts to the International Stage
Three of Greece’s leading cultural institutions, the Athens Epidaurus Festival, the National Theatre of Greece and the Kalamata International Dance Festival, are
Germaine Richier in Andros: A Sculptor Who Reimagined the Human Form
This summer, the Basil & Elise Goulandris Foundation presents a major tribute to French sculptor Germaine Richier (1902–1959) at the Museum of
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“Chronotopia”: Winners of the G. & A. Mamidakis Foundation Art Prize 2026 discuss their artwork of a thousand optical lenses
By Sibylla Lymberopoulou The Canadian artistic duo Caitlind r.c. Brown and Wayne Garrett speak to elc: “With Chronotopia*, we invite visitors to
PK21: Reimagining the Art of Dwelling in Contemporary Athens
Set inside a restored modernist apartment near Mavili Square, PK21 examines the relationship between architecture, historic Italian design and contemporary cultural memory
Mariella Nestora: “What do we need to remember, and what do we need to forget, in order to imagine the future again?”
Choreographer Mariella Nestora discusses Amnesiac – Memory for the Future, The Clash, punk as political practice, and the power of collectivity in
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
Dance Days Chania 2026: Contemporary Dance as a Space for Resilience, Inclusion and Transformation
For sixteen consecutive years, the international contemporary dance festival Dance Days Chania has transformed the city of Chania into a vibrant meeting point for artists, audiences, and communities. From July 20 to August 2, 2026, theatres, cultural venues, and public spaces across the city will host an ambitious programme of performances, workshops, screenings, site-specific projects, and educational initiatives that place the human body and its capacity for resilience at the centre of artistic exploration. This year’s edition focuses on the
STEGI.RADIO Returns to Pedion tou Areos with DJs, Live Sets and Summer Energy in Athens’ Largest Park
From June 12 to 28, STEGI.RADIO returns to Pedion tou Areos, transforming Athens’ largest urban park into an open-air gathering point filled with music, sunset vibes, and free events. More than 60 DJs, producers, musicians, and selectors will take part in a 16-day festival that brings together local talent, international guests, and two of the world’s most influential web radio stations. One year after Plásmata 3, the Onassis Stegi online radio station brings its iconic booth back to the park,
Food Culture
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
Artisanal Celebrates the Launch of Keepos with a Garden Party Featuring Alexandros Christopoulos
Artisanal unveils its new summer concept, Keepos Artisanal, with an opening celebration in its lush garden setting in Kifisia. The evening will
Carob: The Power of the Mediterranean
By Sofia Triantou A fruit deeply connected to Mediterranean land and culinary memory, truly deserving a place once again in our everyday
Butter Croissants, Specialty Coffee & Sunday Vibes at rhoé
On Sunday, May 24, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., rhoé welcomes No Crumbs for a special pop-up on the ground floor
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
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
NYX Hotel Thessaloniki: The New Creative Lifestyle Hub of the City
Thessaloniki reveals itself through its details, and once you notice them, you fall for the city completely. Yet its heart always beats
François Ozon Brings Camus’ The Stranger Back to the Big Screen
One of the most influential novels of the 20th century returns to cinemas in a new adaptation by acclaimed French filmmaker François Ozon. The Stranger (L’Étranger), based on the seminal 1942 novel by Albert Camus, premiered in competition at the Venice Film Festival and marks Ozon’s latest exploration of identity, alienation, and social conventions. Set in 1938 Algiers, the film follows Meursault, a seemingly ordinary office worker whose emotional detachment places him at odds with the expectations of society. After
David Lynch Heritage Band Presents “Truths be Told” at Jazzét Music Hall
The atmospheric world of composer, saxophonist and multi-instrumentalist David Lynch comes to Jazzét Music Hall for two special evenings on June 13 and 14, with the presentation of his latest album, Truths be Told. Balancing contemporary jazz, cinematic lyricism and free improvisation, the new work unfolds as a deeply personal musical journey. Through original compositions that draw from spiritual jazz, the contemporary European jazz scene, as well as ambient and film music influences, Lynch creates rich sonic landscapes that invite