The videos were shot last Thursday afternoon, when the Christmas tree in Athens’ main Syntagma Square was lit during a ceremony, officially marking the start of the festive season in dazzling way manner

Yesterday, a 19-meter tree adorned with 168,000 lights lit up central Athens, marking the start of festive celebrations with music, performances, and city-wide decorations

Athens launches its holiday season on November 27 with the lighting of its 19-meter Christmas tree in Syntagma Square, a large open celebration featuring live performances and the unveiling of the city’s festive decorations.

The Athens Traders Association has announced its proposed schedule for store hours during the 2025 holiday season, including which Sundays shops may open and how Sunday wages are regulated under Greek law

Greece has confirmed the four Sundays when retail stores will open through the end of 2025, giving consumers extra time for Christmas shopping during the busy discount season

A rundown of our favorite Greek Christmas traditions

How many times, if any, have Athenians been lucky enough to experience a 'white Christmas'?

This festive season, seize the opportunity to experience captivating events, exhibitions, performances, and children’s activities at one of the city's most iconic landmarks—the Acropolis Museum

The Mayor of Athens invites young and old to the Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony on Syntagma Square this Thursday at 6pm.