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Upcoming Events in Greece

Greece's event calendar runs from the open-air revival of ancient drama at the Epidaurus Festival (June to August) through to the Thessaloniki International Film Festival in November - one of the most respected film events in southeast Europe. In between, the Rockwave Festival brings major international acts to the Athens coast in summer, while islands and mainland cities alike host music, wine, and cultural festivals tied to the long Aegean season.

The best time to attend major events is June to August, when Athens and the Peloponnese host outdoor performances against ancient ruins and open skies. Temperatures are warm, evenings are long, and tickets for the headline summer programmes sell fast - especially for Epidaurus, where ancient stone seating fills weeks in advance. Autumn shifts the focus north: September and October bring cooler air and cultural events concentrated in Thessaloniki, with the film festival in early November capping the season.

Regional variety is one of Greece's strengths as a destination. Athens dominates for theatre, music, and contemporary art; Crete, Mykonos, and Santorini run summer parties and local wine festivals; the Peloponnese stages some of the most atmospheric open-air performances in Europe. We update this page regularly - use the tabs below to see what's coming up or browse past events for future planning.

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