ENTER TO WIN! TICKETS TO OPENING NIGHT, Il Trovatore at the Odeon
Where: Odeon of Herodes AtticusWhen: 21st July, 2017Why Go: For a world class operatic performance in a magical settingTake in the operatic performance of Il Trovatore at the Odeon of Herodes Atticus beneath the slopes of the Acropolis, for a truly magical experience of Athens. WIN two tickets to OPENING NIGHT on 21st July 2017 at 9pm. Winners will be seated in the lower tier section of the outdoor theatre. Entries close 13th July,…
MUSIC OUTDOORS at the Megaron – Summer 2017
Where: Megaron gardensWhen: Throughout July 2017Why Go: To enjoy music outdoorsEnjoy music outdoors in true Athenian style at the Megaron as it upholds its summer tradition of transforming its surrounding gardens into an outdoor concert venue. Expect strong doses of Jazz from renowned artists such as Petros Klampanis, After 8 Sextet and more. Concerts will feature throughout July with additional concerts for September expected to…
EPIDAURUS TICKETS SPECIAL OFFER
Where: Ancient theatre of EpidaurusWhen: 21-22, 28-29 July 2017Why Go: Tix & transfer packages to the ancient theatre of EpidaurusThe National Theatre of Greece will provide tickets to see a show at the ancient theatre of Epidaurus, packaged with transfers from central Athens to Epidaurus before returning back to Athens. The packages are for two scheduled performances presented by the theatre organisation. 1000 tickets will be offered at 16 euros for upper tier seats and…
50TH WORLD CONGRESS OF DANCE comes to Athens
Where: Dora Stratou Outdoor TheatreWhen: 5-9 July, 2017Why Go: A unique 5 day event encompassing all forms of dance from around the worldThe 50th World Congress of Dance Research is to be held in Athens, with the organisation celebrating it 30th anniversary and 50 conferences this year. Around 400 delegates from 30 countries and five continents will attend the events taking place over five days. This unique event will encompass all forms of dance from ballet, folk,…
The 7th Athens Open Air Film Festival 2017
Where: Various locations around AthensWhen: June - 1st September 2017Why Go: To see iconic movies against the backdrop of Athenian landmarksThe Athens Open Air Film Festival returns, transforming some of the most iconic spaces around Athens into outdoor cinemas and screening some of the greatest movies in film history. The festival has become an anticipated part of the Athens summer calendar. Free entry to all movies. PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS: JUNE – AUGUST JUNE The Adventures…
Astronomy at the National Observatory of Athens
Where: National Observatory of AthensWhen: Throughout June 2017Why Go: Take in the wonders of the Athenian sky by night with the Doridis telescopeThe visitors centre of the National Observatory of Athens will be conducting evening tours in English or Greek throughout June, offering the public the opportunity to peer through the 8 metre dome of the Doridis telescope, to enjoy the Athenian sky from the Hill of the Nymphs, opposite the Acropolis. The Doridis refracting telescope was…
GREEK SINGERS PERFORMING IN ATHENS
Where: Various locations around AthensWhen: Throughout June, July & September 2017Why Go: Experience the latest in modern Greek music LIVEGreek singers perform all around Greece throughout the year. For those wanting to experience the latest in the Greek music scene, there’s a legendary line up in store this month in Athens.
EVENTS AT THE ACROPOLIS MUSEUM
Where: Acropolis MuseumWhen: On now - 31st August 2017Why Go: To get more out of your visit to the museumThe Acropolis Museum hold events to enhance visitors experiences of the museum. From musical interludes to free guided tours, it’s worth noting what’s on to get the most out of your visit. Dinner and jazz at the Acropolis Museum restaurant Until 30 June Some of the city’s best jazz musicians will perform at the Acropolis Museum…
TOURS OF HELLENIC PARLIAMENT
Where: Hellenic Parliament, SyntagmaWhen: From 4th June - 31st July 2017Why Go: A look behind the walls of the Greek Parliament buildingGuided tours of Hellenic Parliament will commence from the 4th June until 31st July, providing fascinating insights into the history of the building. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore the grand rooms such as the Assembly Hall and the debating chamber and learn more about Greece’s modern history. Take a sneak peak here. Tours…
DOCUMENTA 14 ‘Learning from Athens’
Where: Various locations throughout AthensWhen: On now - 16th July 2017Why Go: See international artists at the forefront of contemporary artAbout Documenta 14 Documenta, one of Europe’s most important modern art exhibitions, will be shown for the first time in its 62-year history outside the German city of Kassel. With its working title “Learning from Athens”, the exhibition aims to examine the European perspective from the vantage point of Greece. Artistic director of documenta 14,…
IL TROVATORE at the Odeon of Herodes Atticus
Where: Odeon of Herodes AtticusWhen: 21,23,25,27 July 2017Why Go: To see Verdi's classic opera on Athens' most majestic stageAs part of the Athens and Epiduarus Festival 2017, the Greek National Opera closes its summer artistic period with Verdi’s Il Trovatore, with four performances at the 2,000 year old Odeon of Herodes Atticus outdoor theatre. An opera in four acts by Giuseppe Verdi, Il Trovatore is a romantic melodrama set in Spain during the…
ODYSSEYS at the National Archaeological Museum
Where: National Archaeological MuseumWhen: On now - 30th September 2017Why Go: To see a visual narration of mankind’s odyssey through timeStories of conquests, exploration and the desire to overcome immortality is weaved together in the National Archaeological Museum’s latest exhibition, ‘Odysseys’. Tracing the personal and collective endeavours of mankind over many periods of time, it is a fitting tribute to the museum’s 150 year anniversary.
Athens Events
With a vibrant cultural scene all year round, Athens events include an impressive mix of both local and international musicians, artists and dance groups. The city comes alive in the summer months where cinema screens move outdoors and plateias or neighbourhood squares are buzzing with music and festivities. From June-August every year, the Athens & Epidaurus Festival is in full swing with an abundance of events held at various iconic Athenian venues including Odeon of Herodes Atticus theatre, located at the base of the southern slopes of the Acropolis.
The Athens events we list have been chosen to appeal to an international audience passing through Athens and we select events accordingly.
Events in Athens
The Megaron Athens Concert Hall and Greek National Theatre are two of the major modern day venues in Athens. In peak season and where possible, we recommend you pre-purchase your tickets or ask your hotel to assist you with this. We provide you with the venue address in English and Greek to overcome any language barriers with taxi drivers. We also provide the nearest metro station to an event, along with a map to assist with your travel arrangements.
Athens & Epidaurus Festival
This is by far the crown jewel in the annual events calendar in Athens. Running now for more than 60 years, it presents local and international productions of Ancient Greek drama that celebrates the city’s cultural heritage. Athens is blessed with a network of ancient amphitheatres including Odeon of Herodes Atticus, Aristotle’s Lyceum and Lycabettus Theatre. Extending beyond Athens to the Attica region, performances can also be found at the Ancient Theatre of Delphi and the infamous Epidaurus Theatre. Check out our travel tips of getting to Epidaurus.
August Full Moon Festival
Every August on the night of the full moon, musical performances are held at key historic venues, including the Acropolis, the Roman Agora and other sites around Greece. Be sure to watch this space for updates.
