MAY IN ATHENS
At its finest
The city is buzzing with extraordinary events, performances, shows, and experiences! Explore our comprehensive guide and make the best out of your stay!
Athens Urban Picnic
Athens Urban Picnic returns on May Day at Plato’s Academy Park with free entry, offering a fun-filled day of music, learning, and activities for all ages!
Date: 1st May
Time: 11:00 - 20:00
Venue: Plato’s Academy Park
Fairy Tales in the Museum Courtyard: Electra Nega
Α storytelling event, about small and large heroes, who, with faith in themselves and love in their hearts, achieved what seemed impossible to all.
Date: 3rd May
Time: 11:00 - 13:00
Venue: Museum of Greek Folk Musical Instruments “Fivos Anoyanakis” – Centre for Ethnomusicology
WOMEN, TOGETHER
Guided Tour at the EMST Exhibition “WOMEN, TOGETHER”
Date: 6th May
Time: 11:30 - 13:00
Venue: National Museum of Contemporary Art
Queer Movie Nights
Explore queer stories from around the world that can shine through the powerful lens of cinema.
Date: 8-12 May
Time: 18:00 - 23:30
Venue: Trianon Cinema
A Tour of Rizokastro and the Anafiotika Area
Explore two of Athens' most historic and enchanting neighborhoods.
Date: 10th May
Time: 11:00 - 13:00
Venue: Acropolis Metro Station
Lycabettus Sunset Live- Petros Klampanis
Experience a one-of-a-kind solo performance, with loops, percussion, voice and bass!
Date: 12th May
Time: 20:30 - 22:30
Venue: Church of Saint George of Lycabettus
Food & Wine Sessions
Greek vineyards meet some of the most influential voices in Athens’ culinary scene, inside a selection of the city’s most iconic museums.
Date: 15th May
Time: 20:00 - 23:00
Venue: Benaki Museum of Greek Culture
First Cemetery of Athens
Archaeologist and guide Michalis Giohalas leads a tour through the sculpture garden of the First Cemetery of Athens.
Date: 18th May
Time: 11:00 - 13:00
Venue: First Cemetery of Athens
Fitness Sessions
Get moving with yoga, pilates and aerobic workouts, adapted to suit all levels, aiming to inspire a lifestyle of movement and balance.
Date: 21st May
Time: 18:30 - 20:30
Venue: Eleftherias Park
Guided Tour at the Elytis’ House – Museum
Εxplore the world of Nobel Laureate Odysseas Elytis through a guided tour of its permanent exhibition.
Date: 24th May
Time: 10:30 - 11:30
Venue: Elytis’ House – Museum
The National School of Dance Steps Out
Dance performances in unexpected spots around the city, featuring students from the State School of Dance.
Date: 28th May
Time: 20:30 - 21:30
Venue: Omonia Square
Seds Lifestyle X Needless with Palms Trax (UK)
Join an eclectic dance set fusing disco, house, electro and techno vibes.
Date: 31st May
Time: 17:00 - 23:00
Venue: Dikaiosinis Square
