Marking 60 years since the death of Greek icon painter Fotis Kontoglou, the Melina Mercouri Cultural Centre hosts 'Taximia: In the Tradition of the Greek Way – From History to Contemporary Painting', a major exhibition exploring the enduring legacy of one of modern Greece’s most influential artistic voices

New Greek jazz generation Spyros Manesis joins iconic vocalist Savina Yannatou in an improvised musical dialogue celebrating Greek composers and Mediterranean songs in multiple dialects at the Theatre of the NO on January 11

Between vulnerability and violence, distortion and grace, Christos Oikonomou explores the human body as a site of psychological and physical tension. In his first solo show at Roma Gallery, he reflects on trauma, fragility, and the paradoxical power of the smile.

Classic recipes, clean flavors, and thoughtful technique define these cocktails by bartender Mario Basso. Three drinks that prove simplicity is often the most refined choice.

Netflix highlights Millie Bobby Brown in Enola Holmes 3, Cillian Murphy in Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man, and Greek-born Theo James returning for the second season of The Gentlemen.

The acclaimed British production by David Ireland arrives in Athens through National Theatre Live — the global programme that films leading stage performances in London and screens them worldwide — offering local audiences the chance to experience contemporary theatre from the West End

In a reimagined version blending video, performance, live electronic music and speech, 'The Land of Wanting More' returns to PLYFA for three live performances on January 14, 15 and 21, offering a liberated exploration of female sexuality

The sweeping victory of Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle After Another—winning Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Adapted Screenplay—sent a clear message: this is the film to beat.

From heavy metal legends to pop icons, 2026 promises a packed live music calendar in Greece, featuring global acts across Athens, Thessaloniki, and iconic venues like Lycabettus Theatre and OAKA Stadium

Theophania is a major religious holidays on the Eastern Orthodox calendar, marked by children caroling and an outdoor sanctifying service where a priest tosses a Cross into the waters.

Upon completion, both sites will be returned to public use, addressing practical needs of the Acropolis while offering new amenities.

Productions such as One Battle After Another, The Pitt, Adolescence, and The Studio emerged among the evening’s big winners.

The Storyville Ragtimers bring the spirit of New Orleans jazz and the cinematic universe of Woody Allen to the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center, closing the SNFCC Christmas World with a night of rhythm, humor and swing inspired by classic film soundtracks

If you’ve spent time in Athens as a visitor or a resident, you’ll know how chaotic, charming, exasperating and irresistible the city can be—often all at once

From prehistoric treasures and modern icons to bold contemporary commissions, Greece’s leading museums and institutions unveil a season of landmark exhibitions that connect ancient history with contemporary art

Which international artists’ concerts did we see in Greece in 2025 that spoke most directly to our hearts? We revisit the year’s live music highlights, featuring major acts and a wide range of musical genres

From smashing a pomegranate to stepping inside with the right foot, Greek New Year traditions reflect a timeless belief: how the year begins can shape everything that follows

Greek soprano Christina Petrou performing the best-known Christmas carol, Christos Genate (Χριστός γεννᾶται), during a live performance in Maastricht last week (VID)

The Guardian has published its annual list of the 10 best music albums from around the world, and this year it features a Greek entry

With major exhibitions, anniversaries and international names such as Barbara Kruger and Jeff Koons, along with projects inspired by Plato and the Exodus of Messolonghi, 2026 unfolds as a defining year for dialogue between contemporary creation, ancient heritage and historical memory