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What’s On In Athens This Week: October 23

On the lookout for the best things to do in Athens this week, with the perfect autumn weather behind you? The capital has heaps of amazing events, exhibitions, films, and live music for you to add to this week’s calendar and we’ve rounded up some of our favourites right here for you!

Yilian Cañizares Concert

The impressive Cuban violinist, singer, and composer who has gained worldwide fame over the last decade thanks to her unique talent, will be making her debut performance for the first time in Greece! Cañizares’ music, with its Cuban identity, combines jazz, classical, and Afro-Cuban rhythms always has her audience up and dancing. And over the next few days, she will be performing live at Mets, behind the Panathenaic stadium.

Entry: €20-€35

Date & Time: 20-23 October, 9:30 pm

Tickets: ticketpublic.gr

Αddress: 17 Tribonianou, Mets

Platforms Project

For four days, the Technopolis will become a networking hub for international artistic groups, while also giving Athens’ art-loving public an opportunity to get up close to the freshest contemporary artistic creations from around the world. This year’s independent art fair includes 56 artistic platforms from 24 countries – and more than 900 artists in total! For the first time, the exhibition will also include other artistic forms such as theatre, music, architecture, and design.

Entry: Free

Date & Time: 26-28 October 2023, Thursday 6 pm-10 pm, Friday-Sunday 12 pm-9 pm

Address: Peiraios 100, Athens, cultural venue of “Technopolis”

Website: platformsproject.com

Imany Concert

Known for her magical voice, Imany, whose hits include “Don’t Be So Shy” and “You Will Never Know,” will be on stage at the Christmas Theater on October 25. Performing “Voodoo Cello”, which is based on her latest album with the same title- audiences will be able to experience Imany’s earthy vocals, as well as 8 cellos accompanying her, while they perform a series of pop-jazz music hits ranging from Nina Simone to Radiohead, Cat Stevens, and Donna Summer.

Entry: €15-€48

Date & Time: 25 October, 9:00 pm

Tickets: more.com

Αddress: Christmas Theater, 137 Veikou Ave., Galatsi

Save the Water- Taf Gallery

The “Save The Water” photography exhibition taking place at TAF in Monastiraki this week, aims to communicate the danger posed by the effects of climate change. With concerns about the sustainability of the planet multiplying and the threat of dehydration, as well as water pollution, in general, being a vital issue – the organisers underline that “Art has a duty to transmit messages that awaken actions in order to save the planet”.

Entry: Free

Date & Time: 23 October 2023, 5 pm-10 pm

Address: Normanou 5, Monastiraki Athens

Website: thefoundation.metamatic.gr

Homer Exhibition at the Gennadius Library

Curated by Irini Solomonidi, the Gennadius Library is bringing to light a selection of rare materials from the 300 editions of Homer. Unique treasures including the first edition of the Iliad and the Odyssey in 1488 Florence by the famous Greek scholar Dimitrios Chalkokondylis, as well as the earliest paraphrase of the Iliad in modern Greek by Nikolaos Loucanis printed in Venice in 1526, will be displayed next to English, French, Italian and Spanish translations – showcasing the wide reinterpretation of the Homeric text.

Entry: Free

Date & Time: 23-23 October 2023, Monday-Wednesday 5 pm

Address: 61 Souidias, Athens

Cinema Fest Day

Cinema Fest Day is back for a second consecutive year! On October 26th, all cinemas nationwide will offer a reduced € 2 admittance for both matinees and evening shows. This event is organised by film distributors and is sure to be a day full of movie marathons, popcorn, and soda. Mark your calendars and head to your nearest theatre to catch the latest flicks, while also showing support for the film industry.

Entry: € 2

Location: All indoor cinemas in Athens

A Visit to the Alekos Fassianos Museum

Culture lovers, a trip to Athens wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the newly opened Alekos Fassianos Museum & Estate- bringing to light the work and legacy of this famous Greek artist.

A neighbourhood full of treasures….

The area of Metaxourgio is described by many as one of the most vibrant and colourful neighbourhoods in Athens. While many walk around the streets and admire the beautiful modern designed buildings of the area, few know that in the past this place was a lively cultural centre, with fine neoclassical and 1950s residences. Nearby is the Fino’s studio, which was one of the biggest filmmaking companies in Greece back in the 60s, a catalyst in the region’s cultural flourishing. Then, in the corner a building makes you look up, so different from its neighbours- it’s beautiful and measured…

This tall, minimal architectural estate of urban aesthetics is the museum dedicated to the memorable Greek painter Alekos Fassianos- the beginning of his life and artistic activity.

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The starting point…

At the foundations of what is today the Alekos Fassianos Museum, from the 1930s until the 1970s, was the paternal home of the artist. A small neoclassical property with an inner courtyard and a tiled roof. Growing up there, Fassianos’ memories of the vibrant neighbourhood – filled with theatres and cinemas – came to stamp his later artistic subject matter. Through his wanderings, Fassianos explored the city and came into direct contact with micro-trades of this Athenian neighbourhood- the itinerant craftsman and street sellers, professions represented in his works throughout his life.

The idea of creating a museum is born…

In the 1970s, the neoclassical building was demolished to become, at the request of his mother Eleni, an apartment building for her children. Fassianos, with his widely known artistic activity, was living in Paris at the time and was dissatisfied with his mother’s decision to destroy his childhood memories. And in fact, the above episode was the springboard for Fassianos to collaborate with his friend and architect Kyriakos Krokos at the end of 1980, to remodel this building. During the renovation, they created on the ground floor a small exhibition space that would host his future works. The common aesthetic and philosophical principles, with which the painter and his architect friend created are evident in every corner of every floor.

The museum is under construction…

The architectural style that both Fassianos and Krokos wanted to develop was clean and minimal. The entire space is carefully enriched and shaped using a variety of materials and finishes (concrete, stone, mosaic, brick, plaster) with a colour palette of earthy greys, reds and ochres.

The architect wanted the structure of the building to be highlighted and the materials to be visible, while the main concern of the artist was to create a space that would create a harmonious dialogue with his works. Their artistic sensibility is evident in the structure of the space – with the different finishes and techniques including stonemasonry, the marble border that frames the mosaic floor, and the details such as the ornate spiral staircase, the mosaic floor, the painted figures on the walls using a fresco technique, the brass door handles – as well as the metal dragon hanging from the basement ceiling to hide cables in a creative way.

The exhibition…

The curation aims to introduce the scope of the work of Fassianos from 1956 until the last years of the artist’s life. In the exhibition, we find early works with an abstract mood of the 60s as well as his early years in Paris. Works influenced by Byzantine art, collages, mixed techniques, and invisible but also widely recognisable paintings with the most characteristic writing of the talented artist.

The character of the neighbourhood unfolds through works that are represented through images and experiences that the artist acquired in the area where he grew up, and while wandering the streets of Athens.

Following the path of the human soul, in the depths and underground space of the museum are works based on myths and heroes- that spoke from an early age to the heart and mind of the artist. Οn the ground floor are his works related to urban life. While the first floor is fully dedicated to the spirit and includes items from his relationship with intellectuals.

The purpose of the museum…

Beyond the paintings, the exhibition aims to highlight the multifaceted personality of the artist – presenting handmade objects, furniture and lighting – as well as texts he wrote, books he illustrated, and a rich archive of his involvement in set design and design costumes for comedies by Aristophanes and plays by Eugène Ionesco and Jean-Paul Sartre. The exhibition unfolds in a handmade tapestry where every detail is curated by Fassianos – from the knobs on the doors and the handles on the cabinets to the nails on the mirrors and the frescoes and mosaic floors.

The Alekos Fassianos Museum is an important cultural space in Athens, in terms of both contemporary visual art and architecture. It is also one of the few museums in the world where the synergy between artist and architect supports the dialogue between the works and the space that houses them.

The official opening of the museum…

Saturday the 21st of October 2023 will be the official day when the doors of this stunning museum open- and it will include all-day activities to introduce Fassianos to the public and share the artist’s story and his multifaceted work. It will be open all day with free entry to all.

Official Opening Date: 21 October 2023 | Museum Entry: Free

Educational programs

Τime:11-12 pm 12:30-13:45 pm

Entry: 5€

Βοοk: more.com (viva)

Guides

Τime: 11:30-12:15 pm & 16:30-17:15 pm

Entry: Free

Book: more.com (viva)

Guided tours

Time: 11:30-13:00 & 13:00-15:00

Entry: 10€

Βοok: more.com (viva)

Time: 18:00-20:30 pm

Μuseum Alekos Fassianos

Οpening hours: Wednesday-Friday 11 am-4 pm

Entry: 10€

Address: Neofytou Metaxa 15, Athens 104 39

Website: alekosfassianos.gr

Special thanks to Mrs. Katerina Mela, Communications & Development Coordinator at the Alekos Fassianos Museum for the visit and guided tour.

All Images Courtesy of Alekos Fassianos Estate | Paris Tavitian ©

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What’s On In Athens This Week: October 16

October may be coming to an end, but the fabulous events taking place this month keep coming. We’ve rounded up the best festivals and concerts taking place in Athens this week that you shouldn’t miss!

Jordi Savall Concert

Jordi Savall and his orchestra are bringing back the magic of viols, the lesser-known relative of the violin family, with their upcoming performance at the Athens Concert Hall (Megaron), Savall’s orchestra. They will be joined by the women’s section of the National Choir of Catalonia and the program features two important symphonic compositions by Felix Mendelssohn: Symphony No. 4 in A major, Opus 90, known as the “Italian,” and Ein Sommernachstraum (A Midsummer Night’s Dream). Don’t miss the chance to experience the beauty of viols and enjoy a night of exquisite music.

Entry: €12-65

Date & Time: 16 October 2023, 8.30 pm

Address: The Athens Concert Hall (Megaron), 115 Vasilissis Sofias Avenue, Athens

Tickets: megaron.gr

Lubomyr Melnyk at the Athens Concert Hall

Don’t miss the chance to witness a musical genius in action! Lubomyr Melnyk, the Ukrainian pianist and creator of “continuous music,” will showcase his incredible ability to play up to 19 notes per second with each hand, at the Athens Concert Hall (Megaron). With over 120 solo and double piano compositions, Melnyk’s music is transcendent and captures his audience with every note.

Entry: €9-45

Date & Time: 18 October 2023, 8.30 pm

Address: The Athens Concert Hall (Megaron), 115 Vasilissis Sofias Avenue, Athens, 115 21

Tickets: megaron.gr

Τhe “Butterfly Effect”

For the first time, an exhibition will be held on the premises of the most famous textile industry in Greece, named Petalouda (butterfly). A project curated by Kostas Prapoglou, here forty-one visual artists (such as Eozen Agopian, Klitsa Antoniou, Orit Ben Shitrit, Robert Cahen, Irene Carvajal, Susan Daboll, Lydia Dabassina, Maria Loizidou, Despina Meimaroglou, Nikos Tranos) rise though their work with social issues related to Greek industrial history and the role of women, the meditative dimension of manual labor and the interconnectedness of events- via installations, videos, sculptures, soundscapes, and paintings.

Entry: Free

Date & Time: 16-22 October 2023

Address: Petalouda Textile Industry, 41 Kifisou Ave, Athens

Petit Paris d’Athènes Festival

This year marks the 10th anniversary of this popular event that will take place in the area extending from Karaiskaki and Vathi Squares to Larissa Station- where several streets are named after 19th-century French dignitaries. A beloved celebration of Athenian culture, visitors will be able to see more than 500 artists, creatives and intellectuals participate, throughout selected venues (theatres, music stages, galleries, squares, pedestrian streets, conservatories, schools, neoclassical-historical buildings, hotels and other alternative spaces) in events ranging from music concerts to art galleries. This year’s theme “Love in the arts”, will see all works inspired by amour.

Entry: Free admission

Date: 19 October 2023 – 29 October 2023

Venue: Various places around Athens

Website: mikroparisis.eu

Pink Floyd Tribute

Pink Floyd Tribute band, Echoes, is one of the best tribute bands worldwide and continue to carry with it the rich legacy of a band known as one of the greatest of all time. Echoes have collaborated so far with famous musicians such as Michael Sadler, Midge Ure and Geoff Tate and in this live performance they will take their audience on a big emotional journey with classic tracks from the “Best of Pink Floyd” and a setlist that also includes some of their almost unknown works.

Entry: €20-58

Date & Time: 20 October 2023, 9 pm

Address: Christmas Theater, 137 Veikou Ave., Galatsi

Tickets: more.com

Passenger Live

Passenger, the performer, and composer of “Let Her Go”, one of the biggest hit singles of the 21st century, will be in Athens for his first concert in Greece. The memorable British singer/songwriter whose song has made YouTube history, with over 3.3 billion views – continues to enjoy worldwide appeal. In total, Passenger has released 14 albums, with 8 of them entering the top 40 of the UK charts. And in his first appearance in Athens, Passenger promises an unforgettable performance with his folk-rock melodies.

Entry: €26

Date & Time: 22 October 2023, 8 pm

Address: Gagarin, 201 Liosion Avenue, 10445

Tickets: more.com

Wine and Art Festival 2023

The largest wine and art festival in Greece returns this weekend, at the School of Fine Arts in Athens, with an impressive list of wineries and artworks from Athens School of Fine Arts. You will have the opportunity to taste more than 500 wines from 65 Boutique Wineries as well as take part in a range of workshops, and seminars and enjoy performances and music played by local DJs.

Entry: €12

Date: 21 October 2023 – 22 October 2023

Address: Athens School of Fine Arts, 256 Pireos, Agios Ioannis Rentis

Website: wineandartfestival.gr

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Spend a Day With Athenian Locals in Inner-City Ilisia

Discover our guide to Ilisia, a must-visit Athens neighbourhood – with plenty of great places to eat and drink!

Named after the historic river Ilissos, which once ran through the surrounding avenues, Ilisia is an inner-city neighbourhood that skirts the landmark Athens Hilton hotel, the Athens Concert Hall and reaches up to neighbouring Zografou. History tells us that it was on the banks of the Ilissos River that Socrates once taught, and the Muses were rumoured to have lived. The river may have long since disappeared underground, but you’ll love spending a day in this central Athenian neighbourhood which seems to grow more vibrant every year.

Morning: Wake up with Coffee, Croissants and Culture

If you ask this writer, all good days start with great coffee. Lot51 at Ilisia’s Brasil Square opened in 2018 and quickly became a staple for coffee aficionados across Athens, and is a much-loved haunt among us locals. Stop in, enjoy the relaxed surf vibe and sample one of their daily coffee blends, served by a team that is as friendly as they are serious about good coffee. The brunch menu features classics like pancakes, scrambled eggs and banana bread with house-made banana marmalade. If you prefer to stock up on the go, grab your coffee takeaway and hop up the road to Tromero Paidi, an artisanal bakery that opens early and sells freshly baked sourdough bread, sweets, sandwiches and pastries (their Spanakopita is a must-try, along with their croissant). Now, ready for some culture? The newly renovated National Gallery houses over 20,000 artworks and is particularly known for its nineteenth and twentieth-century Greek painting and sculpture collection over two floors and multiple wings.

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Afternoon: Slow down with Mezes, Gelato and the perfect Aperitivo

The great thing about Athenian neighbourhoods is being able to enjoy an authentic Greek meal, the way that the locals do. Two such places stand out in the area. Papagiannis Taverna may be low on ambience, located on busy Papadiamantopoulou street, however, the simple yet sumptuous classics written up on a humble whiteboard are served up consistently well day in, day out. Expect the basics like mageirefta dishes such as beef in red sauce, Pastitsio, fasolia beans baked in tomato and olive oil as well as favourite like lamb chops on the grill. The food is no-frills, authentic Greek cooking the way you want it to be. If you’re after mezedakia (small plates) to accompany your afternoon Ouzo, O Platanos Ouzeri is known and loved by locals for their morsels like fried sardines, marinated anchovies and Keftedakia (small meatballs). If a scoop of gelato is your ideal afternoon treat, Epik Gelato at nearby Mavili Square is a small shop doing big things with Greek gelato. Their locally-sourced ingredients and decidedly Greek-inspired flavours include mastic with sour cherry, Halvas, and Ouzo sorbet, to name a few. Early evenings in Ilissia call for an aperitivo at Cyrano En Ville, an all-day bar with a wonderful selection of craft beers and Greek wines. As the day slowly makes its way into sundown, you’ll see tables filled with Spritzes and what is possibly the best Negroni in Athens.

Evening: Enjoy dinner and a show, with a side of dancing

One of the highlights of the neighbourhood is the Athens Concert Hall. No stranger to big names, the concert hall (and in the summertime, its lovely garden) hosts all genres of music from classical orchestras to indie folk bands. Attending a performance at the Megaro Mousikis will undoubtedly be a special addition to your Athenian experience. Speaking of special, dinner at Tsiftis Gastrokoutouki is a must for any foodie visiting the neighbourhood. In Greek, a Tsiftis is a fun-loving man about town who is straightforward in his dealings and loves to have fun and enjoy life. The food philosophy at Tsiftis is based around locality and seasonality, with cheeses, cold cuts, fish, meat and fresh produce being sourced from producers all over Greece. The menu changes frequently and is a celebration of the produce of the season. While the feeling in Ilissia is mostly relaxed, the outdoor Summer restaurant/club Noah located near Megaro Mousikis metro station gives locals and visitors the opportunity to keep the good vibes rolling into the early hours, with a focus on cocktails and crowd-pleasing house music.

Address List

Lot51

Papadiamantopoulou 24Β, Athens

Tromero Paidi

Papadiamantopoulou 30, Athens

National Gallery

Leof. Vasileos Konstantinou 50, Athens

Papagiannis Taverna

Papadiamantopoulou 53, Athens

O Platanos Ouzeri

Sevastias 6, Athens

Epik Gelato

Dorileou 2, Athens

Cyrano En Ville

Nimfeou 5, Athens

Megaro Mousikis (Athens Concert Hall)

Vasilissis Sofias, Athens

Tsiftis Gastrokoutouki

Michalakopoulou 88Α, Athens

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What’s on in Athens This Week: October 9

The first tree leaves may be falling and the weather may be getting colder – but Athens’ cultural scene is on fire! The first week of October finds the capital with plenty of great events taking place and we’ve rounded them all up for you.

Book as Art

Exciting news for art lovers in Athens! The Gramma Epsilon Gallery is hosting the Books as Art exhibition, curated by Paolo Cortese and supported by the Italian Institute of Culture. Featuring works by over 30 international artists, this group exhibition challenges our perception of what a “book” can be. Don’t miss the chance to see works dating back to the 1960s alongside contemporary pieces- from conceptual to fibre art, the three-dimensional pieces on display explore the diverse possibilities of books as a means of artistic expression.

Entry: Free

Date & Time: 1-20 October, Thursday-Saturday

Αddress: Gramma Epsilon Gallery, 6 Agathonos, Monastiraki

Oedipus in Search of Colonus

This radical VR installation by Loukia Alavanou, who represented Greece at the 59th Venice Art Biennale, will be shown for the first time at Onassis Stegi. A 15-minute film, shot with 360° VR technology and members of the Roma community from Nea Zoi in Aspropyrgos of Western Attica, in the roles of a cast of actors who follow in the traces of Oedipus. As the creator underlines, this installation aims to evoke questions around the themes of aging and death, human dignity and universal freedom, immigration, displacement, minorities, racism, and human rights.

Entry: 8 €

Date & Time: 11-30 October 2023, Wednesday-Sunday 6 pm-11 pm

Address: Onassis Stegi, 107-109 Syggrou Avenue, Neos Kosmos

Website: Onassis.org

Tickets: ticket.onassis.org

Pytheas Travels

“Pytheas Travels” is a staged audiovisual simulation highlighting the experience of being on a passenger ship, travelling from the Mediterranean to the seas of Scandinavia. It is a maritime story, a fictional journey and a critical look at the mass tourism industry and its effects on environmental, cultural and social structures. Accompanied by music from pioneering Norwegian composer and performer Maja Solveig Kjelstrup Ratkje, it’s inspired by the historical journey of Pytheas, who in 325 BC sailed north from Marseilles to a place he called Ultima Thule, the mythical island, to reach the “frozen seas.”

Entry: 5-24 €

Date & Time: 13-15 October 2023, Friday-Sunday 8.30 pm

Address: Onassis Stegi, 107-109 Syggrou Avenue, Neos Kosmos

Website: Onassis.org

Tickets: ticket.onassis.org

I Puritani

This year’s 100th anniversary of the birth of the greatest Greek soprano of all time is just one more reason to fill Athens with dedicated events in her honour. At the Olympia Municipal Theater- where Maria Callas started her career back in 1944 – the famous opera “I Puritani”, a performance that marked her rise to stardom will be performed this week. The special event is presented by the City of Athens Choir, the Athens State Orchestra, and the stunning soprano Christina Poulitsi and American tenor John Osborn are found in the leading roles.

Entry: 5-40 €

Date & Time: 14 October, 8 pm

Tickets: ticketservices.gr

Αddress: Olympia Municipal Music Theater Maria Callas, 59 Akadimias Historic Center

Meet Market

If you love searching for special items to decorate your home, or love accessories for yourself or as special gifts – we’ve found a great place for you to visit during your stay in Athens. The Meet Market is a nomadic spot filled with innovation and creativity- featuring locally made clothes, jewelry, accessories, care & wellness products, art & decor, baby items, delicious treats, vintage collectibles, street food – plus a bunch of interactive games, DJ sets & good vibes.

Entry: Free

Date & Time: 14-15 October 2023, 12 am to 12 pm

Address: Peiraios 100, Athens, cultural venue of “Technopolis”

Website: themeetmarket.gr

Athens Cocktails Party

If you would like to taste some of the finest cocktails – created by Athens’ leading mixologists from some of the best bars in the Greek capital – head to Kypseli Municipal Market this weekend. The cool event is the brainchild of George Apergis, founder of local electronic music collective Modular Expansion, so you can rest assured there will be plenty of great tunes to listen to as you sip on your favourite drink.

Tickets: Free admission

Date: 14 October 2023

Time: 3 pm – 11.30 pm

Address: Kypseli Municipal Market, 42 Fokionos Negri, Kypseli

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What’s On This Weekend in Athens

If you are in Athens this weekend and don’t have any plans yet, this one’s for you – as we’ve rounded up the best of what’s on so you can make the most of your Friday, Saturday, and Sunday in the Greek capital!

Techniques 2023 with Charlotte de Witte

Get ready for an electrifying night of techno music as Techniques 2023 welcomes Charlotte de Witte to the Tae Kwon Do Stadium in Faliro! This techno icon has made history as the first female artist to close the main stage at Tomorrowland and was recently voted as The World’s No. 1 Techno DJ by DJ Magazine. Joining her on stage are Alignment and Adiel, promising an unforgettable night of music that will keep you dancing until morning. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to witness one of the world’s top DJs in action!

Entry: 50 € – 800 €

Date & Time: 7 October 2023, 10 pm- 9 am

Tickets: more.com

Address: Tae Kwon Do Stadium, Faliro Olympic Arena

Yam Shalev: Life Lately (Painter’s Life)

In this unique exhibition, we admire painter Yam Shalev’s works that arise from a very personal perspective. His work acts as a lens to analyze human behavior and human interactions and with this project, the artist discovers new aspects of himself. In his new exhibition, he takes an introspective look at the festive, intimate, romantic and vulnerable human moments by identifying repeated objects and locations in these compositions, the viewer begins to interpret an experience, a culture, and a group of people without the participants included.

Entry: Free

Date & Time: 2-8 October, Tuesday-Friday 11 am-7 pm, Saturday 11 am-5 pm

Address: Allouche Benias Gallery, Kanari 1 Athens 106 71

Website: allouchebenias

Athens Art Book Fair 2023

“Books are a uniquely portable magic,” once said Stephen King, and here at IN+SIGHTS GREECE we couldn’t agree more. And this weekend we can’t wait to head over to the annual Athens Art Book Fair 2023 – a celebration created by a passionate community supporting art books and independent publishers. This year there will be over 80 exhibitors showcasing experimental forms, as well as a collective display of 50+ artists from Greece and around the world. Amongst this edition’s publishers, you will find the outstanding, Aegean-inspired kyklàda.press, and the enigmatic Prague-based printing press Kudla. So, get ready to thumb through a variety of books from all around the globe.

Entry: Free

Date & Time: 6-8 October 2023, Friday 4 pm-8 pm, Weekend 12 am-8 pm

Address: Athens Conservatoire, Vasileos Georgiou B 17-19

Website: athensartbookfair.gr

Vinyl Market

This extraordinary event marries the rhythmic nostalgia of vinyl with all genres of music including rock, soul, funk, jazz, and Latin, through to blues, ethnic, electronica, and many more. So, whether you are a record collector or just a music lover, head to the Vinyl Market this weekend to catch well-known DJs spinning old-school favourites that are bound to have guests bopping to the beats.

Entry: Free

Date & Time: 6 – 8 October 2023, Friday 5 pm-10 pm, Weekend 11 am -10 pm

Address: Peiraios 100, Athens, cultural venue of “Technopolis”

Website: athenstechnopolis.gr

Oktoberfest 23 in Athens

Join in on the fun Oktoberfest atmosphere that’s taking place for the first time in Athens, as Munich’s much-loved beer event teams up with the vibrant Athens Street Food Festival. Originating in Munich in 1810, Oktoberfest has drawn over 6 million enthusiasts annually and this year, Athens joins the list of cities hosting official Oktoberfest celebrations at the OSY Old Train Depot – giving visitors the chance to enjoy traditional German beer, food, stand-up performances, and more.

Entry: 5 € daily ticket

Date & Time: 5 – 8 October 2023 | Thursday & Friday: 5 pm to midnight | Weekend 2 pm – midnight

Address: Old Depot OSY, Pireos & Ermou, Gazi

Pharaoh Brings a Cool New Dining Experience to Athens

Pharaoh serves wood-fire cooking, natural wines and music spun on vinyl – all tucked behind a striking emerald green curtain in edgy Exarcheia.

This new eatery has undoubtedly been Athens’ most celebrated restaurant opening of 2023 (technically, very late 2022) and it’s no surprise with a formidable team of food and wine experts at the helm including chef Manolis Papoutsakis (Deka Trapezia and Charoupi of Thessaloniki), wine merchant Perry Panagiotakopoulos and journalist Fotis Vallatos.

The vibe

The space is warm and casual with an open kitchen, a few tables and a large bar that serves solo diners and sets of two. Front of house, the team of chefs, sommeliers and music curators work together to create an experience that sits somewhere between restaurant and wine bar. Walls are stacked with vinyl and firewood – a nod to the restaurant’s music and cooking philosophies.

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Signature dishes

Chef Papoutsakis has created a menu of fresh, seasonal offerings as well as village-style dishes cooked exclusively using wood fire. Menu staples include the keftedakia, the braised beef with barley and the tight-wrapped dolmadakia served with xygalo yogurt.

My fave dish

The menu is frequently modified to celebrate seasonal flavours. Every visit garners a new favourite dish (the most recent was the summer salad of monk’s beard with cherries, avocado and apricot). The perfectly whipped taramosalata topped with bottarga and the wild greens are dishes you’ll keep going back for.

Leave room for dessert?

The galaktoboureko is steadily gaining a cult following.

Something to drink…

There’s an extensive wine list of over 400 Greek and foreign wines, with a strong leaning towards natural varieties. Greek craft beers and select cocktails round out the drinks menu nicely with something for everyone.

Why I’d come back…

An evening at Pharaoh goes beyond the menu of classic dishes with thoughtful, seasonal modifications. It’s the curated music offering, the exciting beverage list and the modern decor that add texture and layers to the dining experience.

Perfect for…

Solo dining at the bar, date night, or a fun meal with your foodie friends.

Price range: 40-60 € per person

Opening hours: Opening hours vary, and reservations can be made online

Location: Solomou 54, Exarcheia

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Ultimate Events Guide to Athens in October

Discover the best events taking place in Athens during the month of October.

As autumn sets in, Athens comes alive with a variety of cultural events to relish. From open-air music concerts under the starry sky to marvelous art exhibitions and festivals, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Embrace the season and immerse yourself in the cultural richness with our top picks for this month.

Vegan Life Festival Athens 2023

Europe’s most popular vegan festival is back! Since 2016, Vegan Life Festival has been drawing crowds from all over the continent. With two days packed with exciting stuff- you’ll have the opportunity to attend hands-on cooking workshops, insightful panels, a vegan products bazaar, live music, and even a speed dating event for a chance to make some new pals who share your passion for cruelty-free eats. But Vegan Life Festival isn’t just about having a good time – the organisation also has a strong focus on animal rights and initiatives that collect food for those in need.

Entry: Free

Date & Time: 1 October, 11 am- 11pm

Αddress: Peiraios 100, Athens, cultural venue of “Technopolis”

“Drive Your Plow Over the Bones of the Dead”

This theatrical play is part crime, part thriller and part comedy. The new production of the iconic Complicité theatre group is based on the multi-translated novel by Nobel Prize for Literature laureate Olga Tokarczuk. Created and directed by Simon McBurney, it questions why is the killing of animals a sport and a hobby and that of humans a murder. A thought-provoking, wry, and otherworldly murder mystery tale about the cosmos, poetry, and the limitations and possibilities of activism has audiences captivated. The performance is in English with Greek surtitles.

Entry: €10-€60

Date 4-7 October, Wednesday-Friday 8.30 pm, Saturday 2.30 pm & 8.30 pm

Tickets: tickets.onassis.org

Αddress: Onassis Stegi 107-109 Syggrou Avenue 1745 Athens, Greece

Website: onassis.org

Seong-Jin Cho at the Athens Concert Hall

For the talented Seong-Jin Cho, winning the XVII International Chopin Piano Competition most important piano competition in the world – was just the springboard to begin his brilliant career, gaining global fame and becoming the first pianist from his country to do so. The South Korean classical pianist begins another new season at the Athens Concert Hall for a highly acclaimed solo recital that is dominated by two benchmark works of the piano repertoire: Ravel’s imposing Miroirs and Liszt’s explosive Dante Fantasia.

Entry: Ticket prices: €11 – €60

Date & Time: 25 October, 8.30 pm

Address: The Athens Concert Hall (Megaron), 115 Vasilissis Sofias Avenue, Athens, 115 21

Website: megaron.gr

Lady Macbeth of Mtsensk Dmitri Shostakovich

The Greek National Opera is bringing back one of the most outstanding productions to have graced its stage in recent years. Lady Macbeth of Mtsensk, an iconic opera of the 20th century and a breathtaking Dmitri Shostakovich masterpiece– is returning to the Stavros Niarchos Hall this month. Conducting is Fabrizio Ventura, while the production’s staging is by Fanny Ardant, working with an all-star international creative team. This timeless masterpiece distinctly sets itself apart as it tackles the place of women within pre-revolutionary rural Russia and captures the audience from start to finish.

Entry: €10-€90

Date 21, 24, 27, 31 October, Performance times: 7.30 pm, Sunday 6.30 pm

Tickets: ticketservice.gr

Αddress: Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center, Syggrou Avenue 364, 17674 Kallithea

Website: nationalopera.gr

Homecoming | Cycladic treasures on their return journey

The highly anticipated exhibition “Homecoming. Cycladic treasures on their return journey” will include a display of 15 antiquities for the first time worldwide. Presented by the Museum of Cycladic Art in collaboration with the Hellenic Ministry of Culture and Sports and this is the first step of the historic agreement between the Ministry of Culture and Sports, the Museum of Cycladic Art and The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York (The Met), that foresees the gradual return to Greece of 161 Early Cycladic antiquities of the unique archaeological value of the American collector Leonard Stern. Following this, the entire collection will be exhibited at The Met, before the final return of the entirety of these antiquities to Greece.

Entry: €6

Date & Time: 1-31 October, daily except Tuesdays

Tickets: cycladic.gr

Αddress: Stathatos Mansion Vasilissis Sofias ave. & 1, Irodotou str., Athens

Website: cycladic.gr

Image by Paris Tavitian © Museum of Cycladic Art

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Local’s Guide to Glyfada

Great eats, awesome drinks, designer boutiques– Glyfada has got it all! To discover the best places for brunch, lunch and fine dining, plus our favourite coffee spots, shops, and museums in this glamorous neighbourhood on the Athens Riviera- check out our curated guide!

The Vibe

Glyfada is much more than a coastal suburb of Athens. It’s a vibrant central neighbourhood with lively entertainment, an amazing shopping scene, and a warm vibe that makes us feel as though we are on vacation all year round!

Eat + Drink

Brunch Time

Blends Mix & Match– From scrambled eggs, pancakes, muffins, cakes, and tarts to tasty salads with quinoa; we recommend you try the incredibly fluffy carrot cake and the “Bougatsan” a flaky croissant with soft cream on the inside. (Fivis 19 & Laodikis)

Oh Mama– Found in a restored mansion with a nice courtyard, this place is famous for its hearty brunches (served daily till 6 pm) and cheerful atmosphere. Be sure to try the Nutella Sushi Rolls; sushi-shaped pancakes with banana, grated biscuits and icing sugar- all dipped in Nutella! Or the divine eggs benedict with poached eggs placed on fluffy English muffins, crispy onions, bacon, chives, and Hollandaise sauce. (Kyprou 48)

Charlie Dos– Vintage aesthetics paired with classic egg options including “Kagianas” (Greek-style eggs with tomato) and perfectly cooked omelettes- the best energy boost to start the day right. (Pandoras 14)

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Best Coffee

Su Casa– a cozy space that’s found in a restored family house of the 1950s, it’s located right on Nymfeon Square. (Kyprou 82)

Vintage Tostou– with its vintage dining tables, beautiful crystal chandeliers, and pastel shades this is another warm and inviting little spot. (Lazaridi 8)

Casual Street Food

Trelos Gaidaros– for delicious pita gyros. (Plateia Esperidon)

Ploutarxos– for the ultimate souvlaki maker. (Giannitsopoulou 1)

Long, Lazy Lunch

Ramino– great Italian dishes served in an elegant space with unique aesthetics. (Angelou Metaxa 38)

Amigos– a colourful Mexican oasis that brings South America to life right before your eyes! (Kyprou 65)

Bella Vespa– the absolute Italian-fusion restaurant in Glyfada. (Kyprou 11)

Barbounaki– for authentic Greek seafood flavours; we suggest you try the sea urchin salad if it hasn’t sold old on the day, as it’s one of the most popular items on the menu! (Leof. Dimarchou Aggelou Metaxa 48)

Standout Dining

Tartare– Original French cuisine in a cozy, bistro-like environment that’s located near the beautiful golf course of Glyfada. Tartare’s menu is filled with French delicacies such as bourguignon snails, entrecote café de Paris and steak tartare. (Al. Panagouli 52)

Ark– offers signature dishes that are inspired by the Aegean Sea. Along with the masterly crafted menu, you can also choose from an exceptional range of wines, beers, and distillates from local producers.

A: Grigoriou Lambraki 2, Glyfada

Cocktail Hour

Holy Spirit Cocktail Bar – the place to go if you want to grab one of the best drinks in the neighbourhood. (Laodikis 41)

Mosaiko– with regular DJ sets and an extensive lineup, you can enjoy your drinks listening to cool sounds. (Laodikis 30)

Treat Yourself

Ourse– this elegant patisserie introduces us to a haute version of modern French pastries. (Mystra 39)

Ice Roll– where they form the most delicious ice cream using fresh coconut milk, in-season fruits, and all your favourite ingredients (without preservatives). (Giannitsopoulou 2)

Where to Shop

Kiki Boutique, where you’ll find everyday clothing trends that will take you from day to night. (Gr. Lambraki 16)

Zini Boutique is a must for anyone seeking uncompromised quality and innovative designs. (Angelou Metaxa 24-26)

For pre-loved items, try SWAP, a shopping destination for those seeking pre-owned luxury items. (Laodikis 34)

Culture Fix

The Blender Gallery– A multi-functional art space; this contemporary art gallery also features unique event spaces. (Zisimopoulou 4)

“Street of Poets”– Running from the centre of Glyfada all the way down to the beach, along the way you’ll find Stanzas by Greek poets displayed on the pedestrianized street and benches. Allowing you to travel through time with Greek literature.

See + Do

The Ellinikon Experience Park– Designed to create a new green oasis for Athenians, while being a model of sustainable living and recreation, it offers a range of fun for people of all ages and interests.

Chariton Square– Located near the shopping center of Glyfada, on Lambraki Street, this is one of the largest entertainment venues in all of Attica.

The Archelon Sea Turtle Rescue Centre, is where you can visit injured turtles being nursed back to health.

Insider Tip:

Glyfada’s laiki (markets), is held each Thursday, on Lazaraki Street, it’s one of the city’s most popular and well-stocked editions of the freshest seasonal produce.

How to get there?

Athens Metro reaches Elliniko station at Vouliagmenis Avenue and from there, you have to continue by taxi. Alternatively, you can go by Metro to the stations Syggrou – Fix or Neos Kosmos, and from there you can continue by Tram until the center of Glyfada.

What’s on in Athens This Week: September 25

The last week of September in Athens is packed with amazing cultural events that you won’t want to miss.

From festivals to big productions, the Greek capital has something for everyone. Check out our collection of the greatest events happening throughout the city this week.

“Return to Sender”

The NEST Collective, a Nairobi-based art group, has created an installation “Return to Sender” addressing the important issue of textile waste and the consequences of fast fashion. The project, commissioned by the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center and the National Museum of Contemporary Art Athens explores the impact of second-hand textile waste in Kenya and Africa. The project aims to highlight the importance of dialogue while examining key issues of our times, including democracy, governance, equity, economics, the environment, and the effects of globalisation.

Entry: Free

Date & Time: 25-30 September, available for visit during SNFCC opening hours

Αddress: Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center
Syggrou Avenue 364, 17674 Kallithea (Esplanade)

Website: SNFCC.org

Neos Kosmos Stegi Block Party 2023

Are you in Athens around September 26th? If you are, there’s an invitation waiting for you. Stegi’s annual Block Party is happening in the cool neighbourhood of Neos Kosmos. There will be live concerts, DJ sets, performances, queer extravaganzas, and free beer. Stegi’s new artistic program focuses on social issues and features local and international artists. The season starts with Dimitris Karantzas’ new work, The House- which is his first original piece in twelve years!

When: 26 September 2023, 6pm to midnight

Where: Onassis Stegi, 107-109 Syggrou Avenue, Neos Kosmos

Entry: Free

Website: Onassis.org

Jo Nesbo in Athens

One of the most notable Nordic Noir writers is Jo Nesbo, a Norwegian author who has achieved international fame in the realm of crime and mystery fiction. His creation, the unrelenting detective “Harry Hole”, has become a fan favourite, alongside the likes of Agatha Christie’s “Hercule Poirot” and James Patterson’s “Alex Cross”. The Olympia Theatre will host an exceptional event dedicated to Nesbo, whose best-selling book The Snowman is a worldwide hit. During the event, he will discuss his creative process, promote his latest work called Killing Moon, and greet his readers, while inspiring them.

When: 27 September 2023, 7.30pm

Where: Olympia Municipal Music Theatre Maria Callas, 59 Akadimias, 106 79

Entry: Free entrance with priority tickets

Website: oly.gr

Classic Rock at the Odeon of Herodes Atticus

Sixty classic musicians, rock icons and an amazing electric band are set to take Athens on a magical rock journey under the Acropolis! Classic Rock 7 returns to Herodion for a sixth consecutive year with remarkable ambassadors of the original rock sound, a string orchestra and the greatest rock hits. Among this year’s guests are notable artists like Justin Hayward the unsurpassed voice of Moody Blues, Maggie Reilly the lead voice of Mike Oldfield’s Band and the legend Dave Evans co-founder of AC/DC. The experience takes off with the powerful symphonic sound of the electric band of the Athens State Orchestra.

When: 27 September 2023, 9pm

Where: Odeon of Herodes Atticus, Dionysiou Aeropagitou Street

Entry: Ticket prices: 25-85€

Find Tickets: ticketservices.gr

Koyaanisqatsi: Life out of Balance

The emblematic “Koyaanisqatsi: Life out of Balance,” described as a landmark project in the history of the seventh art, will now be presented in its entirety at the Οdeon of Herodes Atticus. A dystopian, pioneering film of its time, it’s first presentation was in 1984 and to help celebrate 40 years since its realease, it will be shown on a huge screen at the Herodeo, alongside a live performance of the films’ soundtrack by Philip Glass. Koyanniqatsi is a form of “silent cinema” but manages to “speak loudly” with its striking content, music and images. The cinematic masterpiece by visionary director Godfrey Reggio deals with the alienation of humans, and the destruction of nature- making it more relevant than ever.

When: 30 September 2023, 9pm

Where: Odeon of Herodes Atticus, Dionysiou Aeropagitou Street

Entry: Ticket prices: 30-35€

Find Tickets: viva.gr

International Rudimental Drumming & Marching Bands Music Festival

Athens attracts marching bands from all corners of the world this month with the International Rudimental Drumming & Marching Bands Music Festival. The city is set to welcome an array of military bands, philharmonic bands, traditional bands, samba percussionists, fife and drum groups, drumlines from many European countries and the United States, as well as from throughout Greece. The festival’s core is rudimental drumming, which involves the study of basic drumming patterns that function as the foundation for a variety of sequences.

When: 30 September-1 October 2023, 10am to 5pm

Where: War Museum, 2-4 Rizari, Athens 106 75

Entry: Ticket prices: 25€, 2-day pass

Website: rudimentaldrumming.gr

Greece Race for the Cure

The Greece Race for the Cure is a symbolic annual event and walk against breast cancer, and it returns this Sunday, October 1, 2023. You can participate if you love running, if you like walking, and above all if you want to contribute to the fight against breast cancer. Ultimately, the Greece Race for the Cure is an event for everyone and aims to highlight the fact that by uniting and supporting each other we are able to beat this disease.

Race information 5K Road Race: 9:30am / Zappeio – Athens or 2K Walk: 10:30am / Zappeio – Athens

Date & Time: 1 Οctober, 9 am.

Registration: raceforthecure.eu

Website: greecerace.gr

What’s on in Athens This Week

On the hunt for the best things to do in Athens this week? The capital has heaps of cultural events, exhibitions, festivals and live music taking place all over the city and we’ve rounded up some of the best!

Hauser Live “Rebel with a Cello”

The founding member of the musical duo 2Cellos, known simply as HAUSER, is inaugurating the reopening of the historic Municipal Theater of Lycabettus, with not one but two concerts. As part of this “Rebel with a Cello” tour, crowds in Athens will no doubt be mesmerised by his explosive performances that feature romantic and soulful sounds. With a diverse repertoire that will include music as diverse as Lady Gaga to Tchaikovsky and Shakira to Shostakovich – HAUSER is a dynamic cellist who captivates his audience.

Entry: €49,50

Date & Time: 19 & 20 September, 21:00

Tickets: ticketpublic.gr

Αddress: Municipal Theater Lycaberrus

Website: hauserofficial.com

Louis Tomlison “Faith in the Future World Tour 2023”

Famous British singer and musician Louis Tomlinson, former member of One Direction and co-creator of hits such as Story of My Life, Midnight Memories, Perfect and History will perform in Greece for the first time, in a concert that will feature favourite hits, as well as material from his new album Faith in the Future – out November 11th.

Entry: €39

Date & Time: 20 September, 21:00

Tickets: ticketpublic.gr

Αddress: Plateia Nerou, 2616 Posidonos Ave., Kallithea

Website: https://louis-tomlinson.com

Μonsieur Minimal

This talented composer/ song writer was born and raised in Greece, with his music mainly defined as vintage pop – mixed with a lot of electronic elements that are expressed through sensual vocals. With six albums already under his belt and plenty of live performances in Greece and abroad, Monsieur Minimal is sure to please the crowds in Athens on September 21!

Entry: €12

Date & Time: 21 September, 21:00

Tickets: ticketpublic.gr

Αddress: Gazarte 34 Voutadon Street, Athens 118 54

Website: gazarte.gr

Tribute to Rudolf Nureyev

“You live as long as you dance,” once said Rudolf Nureyev, the one-of-a-kind ballet dancer with an immortal and timeless reputation. Thirty years since his passing, his legacy lives on at the Paris Opera Ballet, which continues to dance the great classics created by the man who revitalised the ballet scene. Top soloists of Opera De Paris will take centre stage at the Odeon of Herodes Atticus showcasing the most popular roles that Nureyev ever performed.

Εntry: €30-125

Date: 23 September 2023, 21:00

Tickets: ticketpublic.gr

Address :Odeon of Herodes Atticus, Dionysiou Areopagitou, Acropolis

Landscapes of Energy: Photography Exhibition

“Landscapes of Energy” is Natalia Tsoukala’s ongoing photography series documenting the imprint of energy network on the landscapes of Greece. How do we produce and consume energy, and what imprint does that leave on the landscape? A selection of 29 photos from this series will be presented by the photographer as part of SNFCC Green Weekend 2023, on the Great Lawn of Stavros Niarchos Park.

Entry: Free

Date & Time: 24 September-29 October, 18:00

Αddress: Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center
Syggrou Avenue 364, 17674 Kallithea, Grean Lawn

Website: snfcc.org

Opera Gala – Tribute to Maria Callas

Thanks to their riveting performances – Russian soprano Elena Stikhina and Greek baritone Dimitri Platanias are both highly sought-after by the world’s greatest opera houses. And this week they will display their musical talent and powerful voices at Megaron Athens, with a tribute to the one and only Marias Callas.

Entry: €11.00-€60.00

Date & Time: 24 September, 20:30

Αddress: Megaron Athens Concert Hall

Website: megaron.gr

Experience Art Athina 2023

If you are in Athens this weekend and want to experience an art event that’s both enriching and culturally immersive, make your way over to the amazing grounds of Zappeion Megaro for Art Athina 2023, which is celebrating its 30th edition this year!

Featuring a diverse range of contemporary art exhibitions – art lovers are invited to view 67 art spaces from around Greece and nine from abroad – Germany, France, Netherlands, Cyprus, Britain, Switzerland, Uruguay, Poland, and Romania.

From Friday the 15th of September through to Sunday the 17th, Art Athina will be hosting a great program that spotlights the art world, artistic processes, and the contemporary art scene.

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This year visitors will have the chance to explore unknown corners of Zappeion Megaron with a range of inaugural performances, including “Live Encounters.” Curated by Panos Giannikopoulos, this segment explores multiple aspects of visual performance, while at the same time highlighting the Greek connection, its relationship with theatre, choreography, sound practices, social activism and space.

Presenting independent art spaces “Projects” curated by Olympia Tzortzi, is another special segment this year that introduces visitors to those with unique voices, including: ALKINOIS, igni, KORAI PROJECT SPACE, MISC, One Minute Space, Sealed Earth Gallery, Space52 and the Thermia Project.

For those wanting to learn more about how the visual arts landscape is evolving, you can catch renowned guest speakers as they share their views during a panel discussion titled “Talks.” The conversations will place an emphasis on the field of hospitality, publications, and commissions of new works of art.

Additionally, a moving video “I miss you more than I remember you” curated by Akis Kokkinos, and showcasing creators from Greece, Cyprus, Turkey, Palestine and Lebanon, explores the complex relationships between land, vulnerable communities, and the deep history of the southeast Mediterranean and the Middle East. The production aims to bring its audience in contact with innovative visual material.

In terms of design, visitors are taken on a journey via “The chair” – an ordinary object – that is transformed into an exhibit and brings visitors closer to Greek tradition, design and craftsmanship. While showcasing more than 100 years of history, it bears the signature of Greek artists.

Constantly investing in its educational role, this year Art Athina has also included a Kids’ Educational Program– designed for children and teenagers aged four to 15 and their companions. The program aims to familiarise young people with art, in the hope of contributing to a new generation of art enthusiasts.

Finally, to celebrate its 30 years of success, a specially designed “Booth” space can be found honouring important moments, historical figures, artists and personalities of visual and political life that have been present during Art Athina’s outstanding three decades.

DETAILS

When: 15-17 September, 12:00 – 21:00

Where: Zappeion Megaron, Leof. Vasilissis Olgas, Athens

Entry: 10€ for adults

Website: aavirtual.gr

On the lookout for the best things to do in Athens this week, with the perfect autumn weather behind you? The capital has heaps of amazing events, exhibitions, films, and live music for you to add to this week’s calendar and we’ve rounded up some of our favourites right here for you!

Yilian Cañizares Concert

Platforms Project

Imany Concert

Save the Water- Taf Gallery

Homer Exhibition at the Gennadius Library

Cinema Fest Day

Culture lovers, a trip to Athens wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the newly opened Alekos Fassianos Museum & Estate- bringing to light the work and legacy of this famous Greek artist.

October may be coming to an end, but the fabulous events taking place this month keep coming. We’ve rounded up the best festivals and concerts taking place in Athens this week that you shouldn’t miss!

Jordi Savall Concert

Lubomyr Melnyk at the Athens Concert Hall

Τhe “Butterfly Effect”

Petit Paris d’Athènes Festival

Pink Floyd Tribute

Passenger Live

Wine and Art Festival 2023

Discover our guide to Ilisia, a must-visit Athens neighbourhood – with plenty of great places to eat and drink!

The first tree leaves may be falling and the weather may be getting colder – but Athens’ cultural scene is on fire! The first week of October finds the capital with plenty of great events taking place and we’ve rounded them all up for you.

Book as Art

Oedipus in Search of Colonus

Pytheas Travels

I Puritani

Meet Market

Athens Cocktails Party

If you are in Athens this weekend and don’t have any plans yet, this one’s for you – as we’ve rounded up the best of what’s on so you can make the most of your Friday, Saturday, and Sunday in the Greek capital!

Techniques 2023 with Charlotte de Witte

Yam Shalev: Life Lately (Painter’s Life)

Athens Art Book Fair 2023

Vinyl Market

Oktoberfest 23 in Athens

Pharaoh serves wood-fire cooking, natural wines and music spun on vinyl – all tucked behind a striking emerald green curtain in edgy Exarcheia.

Discover the best events taking place in Athens during the month of October.

Vegan Life Festival Athens 2023

“Drive Your Plow Over the Bones of the Dead”

Seong-Jin Cho at the Athens Concert Hall

Lady Macbeth of Mtsensk Dmitri Shostakovich

Homecoming | Cycladic treasures on their return journey

Great eats, awesome drinks, designer boutiques– Glyfada has got it all! To discover the best places for brunch, lunch and fine dining, plus our favourite coffee spots, shops, and museums in this glamorous neighbourhood on the Athens Riviera- check out our curated guide!

The last week of September in Athens is packed with amazing cultural events that you won’t want to miss.

“Return to Sender”

Neos Kosmos Stegi Block Party 2023

Jo Nesbo in Athens

Classic Rock at the Odeon of Herodes Atticus

Koyaanisqatsi: Life out of Balance

International Rudimental Drumming & Marching Bands Music Festival

Greece Race for the Cure

On the hunt for the best things to do in Athens this week? The capital has heaps of cultural events, exhibitions, festivals and live music taking place all over the city and we’ve rounded up some of the best!

Hauser Live “Rebel with a Cello”

Louis Tomlison “Faith in the Future World Tour 2023”

Μonsieur Minimal

Tribute to Rudolf Nureyev

Landscapes of Energy: Photography Exhibition

Opera Gala – Tribute to Maria Callas

If you are in Athens this weekend and want to experience an art event that’s both enriching and culturally immersive, make your way over to the amazing grounds of Zappeion Megaro for Art Athina 2023, which is celebrating its 30th edition this year!

The Athens Guide