The largest fantasy festival in Greece is back in force this weekend, September 28 and 29, at the Exhibition Centre of the Municipality of Peristeri. It promises visitors a journey full of magic, adventure, and fun.
Fantasy Festival 2k24 promotes arts, culture, education, environmental awareness, and freedom of expression. It organises a space for fantasy fans to meet, share their passion, and enjoy a series of unique activities and events.
Important guests from abroad will attend this year's festival, and visitors will have the opportunity to meet and take photos with them.
Among them is the actor known for his role as Addam of Hull in the popular HBO series House of the Dragon. The Vodafone TV subscription channel shows the series in Greece and has won the fanatical love of viewers worldwide. The actor continues to impress with its dramatic plot and strong characters.
Simon Bisley, who will also be in attendance, is one of the most recognisable comics artists of the modern era, widely known for his dynamic art on legendary titles such as Sláine, Lobo and Judge Dredd.
The historical and medieval revivalist will also be there, Frank Kock, who specialises in the reconstruction of objects and the presentation of ancient art.
Three hundred ten exhibitors, shops, publishing houses and authors, visual artists and illustrators, artisans, Associations, and Groups participate in the "Fantasy Festival."
Among the exhibits are books and comics, board games, RPGs (Role-Playing Games), Card games, Video games, collectibles and souvenirs, accessories and articles of clothing, handicrafts, jewellery, visual works, and illustrations.
This year's event is framed by a rich program of activities that includes interactive games and tabletop, VR and video games, RPGs (Role-Playing Games), LARP (Live-Action Role-Playing), COSPLAY, Reenactment, martial arts, speeches, presentations, discussion panels, seminars, demonstrations, tournaments, competitions, raffles, quizzes, Live music, theatre and dance events, and Prize giving.
More information HERE.
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