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GREEK SINGERS PERFORMING IN ATHENS
Where: Various locations around AthensWhen: November/December 2019Why 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.
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Discover the delights of Athens & Attica
Where: Around Athens and Attica regionWhen: On nowWhy Go: For time well spent in AthensIt’s time to book your autumn activities and delve into the many delights Athens has to offer. As your insiders on the ground, we’ve personally selected tours, experiences and day trips that we believe best convey the history and topography of Athens and the greater region of Attica. From day trips to the ancient sites…
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THE THREAD
Where: Megaron, Athens Concert HallWhen: 20-24 Nov & 3-4 Dec 2019Why Go: For a night of music and danceThe Thread is an innovative modern performance infused with traditional Greek dance, performing at the Megaron in Athens. Internationally acclaimed choreographer Russell Maliphant forges the past with the present, combining contemporary dance with that of the Greek folk tradition. Eighteen Greek dancers, six trained in folk dancing, the rest in ballet and contemporary dance, portray…
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JOSÉ CARRERAS LIVE – farewell tour
Where: OACA - Olympic Indoor HallWhen: 24 November 2019Why Go: See the legendary tenor LIVEAfter a historic career spanning decades, with millions of records sold and countless performances around the world, Spanish tenor José Carreras will perform in Athens as part of his farewell tour – celebrating and saluting a remarkable career. The famous tenor will showcase some of his favourite pieces accompanied by the ERT Symphony Orchestra of…
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PIANO FESTIVAL at the Greek National Opera
Where: Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center (SNFCC)When: 26 & 27 November & 4 December 2019Why Go: Hear some of the best pianists in GreeceThe Greek National Opera (GNO) Alternative Stage Piano Festival, in collaboration with the Thessaloniki Piano Festival, returns for its third year at the Stavros Niarchos Centre in Athens. The festival’s programme will include five recitals by outstanding Greek soloists along with a free major concert on 14 November of popular concertos for piano of the…
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THE CHRISTMAS FACTORY
Where: Technopolis, GaziWhen: 30 Nov 2019 – 5 January 2020Why Go: To get the family into the Christmas spiritThe Christmas Factory returns to Technopolis in Gazi making it the most festive place to be in the centre of Athens. Kids will get to meet Santa in his house as well explore the sweet and toy factory. A Christmas park wouldn’t be complete without the Ferris wheel and carousel rides. Additional entertainment will include…
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.
