Check also the Facebook event page - https://web.facebook.com/events/1768883654031259/ The annual "Cretan Nutritional Culture: Land - Food - Health" festival is set to return from June 26th to 30th, 2025, for a vibrant celebration of Cretan heritage. This year, the heart of the festivities will be in the historic village of Episkopi, Municipality of Hersonissos, with […]
The Skinakas Observatory has released its schedule for the "Summer Public Evenings" for 2025. As part of its effort to bring the public closer to science and technology, the observatory offers free visits on select dates each year. These events provide a unique opportunity for the public to get a firsthand look at the observatory's […]
The Heraklion Archaeological Museum invites you to the lecture series "EKATOMPOLIS: The World of Archaic Crete," held in conjunction with the temporary exhibition of the same name. This series brings together distinguished scholars to explore various aspects of the archaeology, history, and culture of Archaic Crete. The lectures are open to the public, providing a […]
Get ready to experience the heart of Crete at the 10th Amari Green Festival – In the Heart of Crete! From July 18th to 21st, 2025, the entire Amari valley transforms into a vibrant, open-air workshop of culture, nature, and tradition. This unique four-day festival, celebrating its tenth anniversary, unites people, places, and stories across […]
Kato Asites, Heraklion — July 18-26, 2025 – The village of Kato Asites comes alive this summer with the "Cultural Events Kato Asites - Summer 2025," a nine-day festival celebrating the heart and soul of Cretan culture. Organized by the Cultural Association of Kato Asites "To Gorgolaini" in collaboration with the Region of Crete, the […]
Margarites, Crete | July 19 - 26, 2025 For more information, also check Rodakas' website https://rodakas.org/activity/stoneworkshop Immerse yourself in the timeless art of stonemasonry in the historic landscape of Crete. Join us for an eight-day workshop dedicated to the theory and practice of traditional building techniques, led by master craftsmen. This is a unique opportunity […]
The Heraklion Archaeological Museum invites you to the lecture series "EKATOMPOLIS: The World of Archaic Crete," held in conjunction with the temporary exhibition of the same name. This series brings together distinguished scholars to explore various aspects of the archaeology, history, and culture of Archaic Crete. The lectures are open to the public, providing a […]
The Rokka Festivals return in 2025, breathing life into the villages of the Kissamos inland with a celebration of art, culture, and collective experience. For twelve years, this annual institution has transformed the villages of Rokka and Kera into a vibrant, handmade festival. This year, the festivities expand to include the village of Pervolakia for […]
The Cultural & Beautification Association of Kastamonitsa organizes the annual Eftazymo Celebration and Taste Festival, a two-day event dedicated to the village's most cherished traditional product. Taking place in the village of Kastamonitsa, the celebration revives the custom of baking the unique Cretan sourdough bread, known as 'Eftazymo', in traditional wood-fired ovens, filling the air […]
Embark on a gastronomic journey to the heart of Crete at the 11th Cretan Cuisine Festival, a unique event that honors the island's rich culinary and cultural heritage. Join us on August 3rd, 2025, at 20:00 in Michail Katsamanis Square in Gazi, Malevizi, for an unforgettable evening filled with authentic recipes, local products, and vibrant […]
The Skinakas Observatory has released its schedule for the "Summer Public Evenings" for 2025. As part of its effort to bring the public closer to science and technology, the observatory offers free visits on select dates each year. These events provide a unique opportunity for the public to get a firsthand look at the observatory's […]
The Municipality of Minoa Pediada, in collaboration with local cultural associations and the Ephorate of Antiquities of Heraklion, presents the 2nd thematic festival, "The Circle of Culture." This year's event focuses on the rich historical period from the Byzantine to the Venetian era within the municipality. Running from August 4th to August 24th, 2025, the […]
The Heraklion Archaeological Museum invites you to the lecture series "EKATOMPOLIS: The World of Archaic Crete," held in conjunction with the temporary exhibition of the same name. This series brings together distinguished scholars to explore various aspects of the archaeology, history, and culture of Archaic Crete. The lectures are open to the public, providing a […]
A three-day festival in Ierapetra from August 7-9, organized by the ECCE! cultural organization, celebrates the art of Cretan weaving. Held at the 2nd Experimental Primary School, the event features free daily activities including exhibitions of traditional and contemporary textiles like xomblia, hands-on workshops for adults and children, and live loom demonstrations. The program includes lectures, international film screenings, a panel on "Invisible Labor, Visible Art," and a closing ceremony with a contemporary dance performance by the ÀMFI group.
The Municipality of Minoa Pediada, in collaboration with local cultural associations and the Ephorate of Antiquities of Heraklion, presents the 2nd thematic festival, "The Circle of Culture." This year's event focuses on the rich historical period from the Byzantine to the Venetian era within the municipality. Running from August 4th to August 24th, 2025, the […]
While the successful organization of cultural events often depends on the timely and clear dissemination of information to the public, details for this year's full moon celebration at Gortyna have been notably sparse. Nevertheless, a musical evening is planned to take place within one of Crete's most historically significant archaeological sites. The Ephorate of Antiquities […]
As part of the nationwide "August Full Moon 2025" celebrations, the Archaeological Museum of Agios Nikolaos will open its doors to the public for a special evening with free admission. This event is organized by the Ephorate of Antiquities of Lasithi, offering a unique opportunity to explore the rich history of Eastern Crete under the […]
The Ephorate of Antiquities of Rethymno participates in the "August Full Moon 2025" celebrations by hosting a special evening at the archaeological site of Zominthos, in collaboration with the Municipality of Anogeia. This event offers a unique opportunity to experience the rich cultural heritage of this significant Minoan site, nestled on the slopes of Mount […]
On the night of the August full moon, the significant archaeological site of Tylissos will once again resonate with the sounds of jazz for the event "Jazz from the Earth to the Moon." This special evening is organized through a collaboration between "You Are What U Do – Kostas Kouvidis," the Municipality of Malevizi, SOS […]
On the night of the August full moon, the Rokka Symphony Orchestra will present "Unseen Symphonies," a major musical event at the Rokka archaeological site, conducted by Luca Gliozzi. This concert stands as the pinnacle of the Rokka Festivals, offering a rich program that highlights the musical traditions of Scandinavia and Greece, weaving them together […]