The ‘Old News’ section contains a few of the dozens of information blogs we posted on what were at the time upcoming events, including beach parties, concerts, traditional feasts, news items and much more, archived for those who would like to revisit their past Greek island holiday experiences.
Thursday, July 24, 08:00 – A huge out-of-control wildfire is underway in Cyprus, fanned by strong winds and temperatures of 45°C forecast for today. The fire started on Wednesday afternoon, spreading rapidly and destroying settlements and threatening many communities. Currently, the situation is very difficult as the fire front is huge and has already destroyed […]
The Feast of Agios Panteleimon is celebrated on July 27th in a number of villages on the island, but primarily in the villages of Kazaviti and at the Saint’s Monastery situated above the villages. Agios Panteleimon is a significant religious festival, especially in Greece and other Orthodox Christian communities, honouring the life and martyrdom of […]
On Saturday, July 19, the Queen tribute band âThe Bohemiansâ will be in concert in the Old Fortress Theatre, situated on the Acropolis, above the mainland city of Kavala. âBohemian Rhapsodyâ, âThe Show Must Go Onâ, âWe Will Rock Youâ, âI Want to Break Freeâ, âA Kind of Magicâ, âWe Are the Championsâ and âRadio […]
Thursday, July 10, 05:00 – A wildfire broke out shortly before midnight last night in the western approaches to the island’s main town of Limenas (Thassos Town). The main fire front is next to and above the main road out of town to the village of Prinos and above Glykadi Beach. A further front has […]
The coastal village of Skala Maries is presenting a children’s evening on Thursday, July 17 at 21:00. The event, held in the village’s central square, will include a range of children’s entertainment, including a magician, bubble show and group games. There will be raffles during the evening. Attendance is free. Skala Maries (Skala Marion) is […]
Major wildfires continue to burn on the Greek island of Crete, leading to thousands of people being evacuated and causing widespread damage to homes and businesses as the fire continues to be out of control and spreading rapidly. The fire is in rugged forested terrain and according to Greece’s fire service, the fire has now […]
Rhodes is hosting a two-day festival dedicated to hip-hop culture, on June 27 & 28, at the Rhodes Municipal Stadium âDiagorasâ. The festival will unite music, art and street culture, offering an experience for lovers of the urban scene. The festival stage will feature big names from the hip-hop scene, with Wang headlining the first […]
On the evening of Monday, June 23, Thassos Town will be hosting a celebration of the ancient tradition of Klidonas. The event is being held at the Old Port, in front of the white building called Kalogeriko. The celebrations start at around 20:00. All are welcome and it is free to attend. The entertainment includes […]
The Cultural Association of Marion is presenting a traditional Greek music evening with Lefteris Mathioudakis on Monday, June 23. The concert will be held at the village of Skala Maries, situated on the west coast of the island. Start time: 21:30, free to attend.
