Athens Local Events

Easter in Greece is the most important holiday for all Greeks. Greece is home to 95% of Orthodox Christians, and almost everyone feels concerned about it. It starts on March 28th, being the day of Christ's triumphal entry in Jerusalem and finishes 7 days after with his resurrection. The atmosphere during this week in Greece and Athens is much more different from other times during the year.

The 16^th edition of Art Athina will be presented between 13-16/05/2010, following a succesfull 15^th edition. The show exhibits paintings, installations, sculpture, video art, and photography. One can follow also artists discussion and speeches.
    

August is the hottest month in Greece with the temperature reaching 40 degrees Celsius and above, and is often avoided by the tourists. But there is a good reason to stay and go out the night of full moon, visit all monuments and sites that are open and free.

In this best place you could watch a theatre than Epidaure. It is one of the best well-preserved ancient theatres with one of the best acoustic in the world.

Founded in 1953, by Dora Stratou, a personality of the mid 20th century who promoted through dances the history, culture and songs of Greece. More than 2000 traditional costumes are presented during these dances with a group of dancers (25 women and 25 men).

Every year, the mayor of Athens and the municipality organizes a festival with green notions and messages for a clean city. In an "eco-museum" different artists show project of eco-friendly approaches. Entrance is free.