The Maria Callas Museum in Athens continues the birthday tribute to “La Divina” with a vibrant street party and a special evening featuring Monica Bellucci on 5 December 2025.
Tag: Greek culture
Agios Andreas in Patras is the largest Church in Greece and accommodates around 7,000 worshippers.…
On November 30, the Greek Orthodox Church commemorates the Feast Day of the Holy Apostle…
The story of the marathon begins in the rugged hills of ancient Greece, where long-distance running was not a pastime but a necessity, and where a single messenger’s journey helped shape a legend still retold today.
Greece showcased its new tourism strategy focused on heritage and culture during a high-profile event…
On November 26, the Greek Orthodox Church commemorates the Feast Day of Agios Stylianos, the…
Alexander the Great is set to “return” to Egypt, as 53 works from the celebrated…
Since the dawn of human civilization, philosophy has shaped the way we live, govern, worship,…
UNESCO has officially declared 9 February as World Greek Language Day, with Australia among the key co-sponsors. The decision highlights the global influence of the Greek language and celebrates the deep cultural ties shared between Greece and Australia’s vibrant Greek diaspora.
Experts and industry insiders say beer tourism could become a significant new avenue for Greece,…
Greece’s official submission to the 98th Academy Awards is heading to Northern California for a…
On November 14 the Greek Orthodox Church commemorates the Feast Day of Agios Filipos the…
The 12th International Opera Awards, one of the world’s most prestigious events honouring excellence in…
On November 11 the Greek Orthodox Church commemorates the Feast Day of Agios Menas. The…
On the 8th of November the Greek Orthodox Church celebrates the Feast day of the Synaxis of the Taxiarchs and Archangels Michael and Gabriel, along with Raphael, and of the other bodiless and heavenly orders, the Seraphim, Cherubim, Thrones, Dominions, Powers, Authorities, Principalities, Archangels, and Angels.
Novak Djokovic delighted fans in Athens after advancing to the quarterfinals of the Hellenic Championship,…
Kimberly Guilfoyle, the newly appointed United States Ambassador to Greece will be presenting her credentials…
Renowned fashion designer and women’s empowerment icon Diane von Fürstenberg returned to Thessaloniki, the birthplace of her mother Liliane Nahmias, a Holocaust survivor, where she was honoured by Deputy Minister for Macedonia and Thrace Konstantinos Gioulekas in a ceremony celebrating her global influence and deep family roots.
Former President of the Hellenic Republic Katerina Sakellaropoulou has been appointed Chair of the Board of Directors of the Greek Festival, following an invitation from Culture Minister Lina Mendoni. The appointment marks a new chapter for the historic institution as it celebrates 70 years of promoting Greek drama and culture worldwide.
When Konstantinos Argyros stepped onto the stage of the Sydney Opera House last night, it…
The 66th Thessaloniki Film Festival (TFF) officially opened at the Olympion Theater with a dazzling…
On October 28, the Greek Orthodox Church commemorates the Feast Day of the Protection of…
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis honored the late Dionysis Savvopoulos, celebrating the legendary singer-songwriter’s five-decade legacy as a cultural icon whose music and social insight shaped Greece’s collective identity.
Greece’s Ministry of Culture has declared 2026 the “Year of Manos Hatzidakis” to mark 100 years since the birth of the acclaimed composer. The initiative will honor Hatzidakis’s enduring influence on Greek and global music through a series of concerts, exhibitions, and educational events celebrating his artistic legacy and cultural vision.
Australian Senator Ralph Babet’s viral X post claiming Greek and Italian cuisines as the world’s best sparked a global debate. With TasteAtlas ranking Greece #1 and Italy #2 in 2024-2025, Greek City Times explores why these Mediterranean flavors captivate food lovers worldwide. From souvlaki to pizza, dive into the culinary showdown!
Dionysis Savvopoulos, one of Greece’s most influential singer-songwriters and cultural icons, has passed away at the age of 81. Known for blending folk traditions with rock influences and for his politically charged lyrics, Savvopoulos helped define the sound and spirit of post-dictatorship Greece.
The Hellenic Association of Theatre and Performing Arts Critics (ElEKThePTe) presented the 2025 Theatre and…
The iconic Odeon of Herodes Atticus in Athens will close for approximately three years following the 2025 Athens Festival to undergo essential restoration and maintenance. The Ministry of Culture says the works are necessary to address structural deterioration and preserve the ancient theatre for future generations.
A new absurdist tragicomedy, Dick Fiddler is Dead, written and directed by Natasha Markou, brings humour, heart, and a touch of Greece to London’s Etcetera Theatre this November.
The 30th Greek Film Festival, presented by the Greek Community of Melbourne, officially launched on 14 October at the Astor Theatre.
