The July Buck Moon lit up Greece on July 29, reaching peak brightness in the early hours of July 30 in a spectacular lunar display.
Visitors can enjoy free evening access, cultural performances, and guided tours at 126 archaeological sites and museums nationwide
SNFCC celebrates Buck Moon with movies, kayaking, silent disco, and lots of fun and games until sunrise
An evening guided tour will lead visitors from the Acropolis' historic slopes to the National Observatory for a night of moonlit landmarks, astronomy, and telescope viewing
The July full moon, known as the Buck Moon, will reach peak illumination in the early hours of July 30 and carries a name rooted in seasonal wildlife traditions.
Strawberry Moon rises over Greece, casting a luminous glow over Athens and the Acropolis of Athens as crowds gather to witness early summer’s first full moon.
The first full moon of summer rises tonight, named by Native Americans for the wild strawberry harvest season
The sky will host two full moons in May 2026. The first, the "Flower Moon", peaks on Friday, May 1 at 8:23 PM (Greece time). The second, on May 31, is a rare Blue Moon, when two full moons fall in one calendar month
March’s Full Worm Moon peaks on March 3, 2026, bringing a total lunar eclipse that will turn the Moon a vibrant red in a rare celestial display visible without special equipment.
The full “Snow Moon” will peak on February 1, 2026, offering stargazers a spectacular view alongside bright Jupiter, with a rare lunar occultation of Regulus visible in parts of North America and Africa on February 2
Visible from the night of January 2 until the morning of the 3rd, the wolf moon will also be accompanied by a meteor shower
The November full moon, known as the “Beaver Moon,” will appear larger and brighter than usual as it reaches its closest point to Earth, creating a stunning supermoon visible across Greece and beyond
The largest and brightest full moon of 2025, known as the Beaver Moon, will appear tonight, glowing with a warm orange hue for several minutes as it reaches its closest point to Earth.
The Harvest Moon, the first supermoon of 2025, rose over cities and landscapes worldwide, with breathtaking views captured from Greece’s Peloponnese.
The first supermoon of 2025 — known as the Harvest Moon — will light up the night sky on October 7, appearing larger and brighter as the Moon reaches its closest point to Earth.
On September 7, a rare “Blood Moon” will appear as the full moon coincides with a total lunar eclipse, visible to the naked eye across parts of the world. The Moon will glow red before returning to its normal brightness later in the nigh
From the glow of ancient temples to the melodies of open-air concerts, the August full moon remains one of Greece’s most atmospheric cultural nights, blending history, art, and the magic of the summer sky
This Saturday, the August full moon rises over Athens — and the Acropolis Museum invites visitors to celebrate with a night of art, history, and moonlit wonder
This year’s program extends from August 8 to 13 and features an array of events, including theatrical performances, music and dance shows, stargazing sessions, myth-telling, and guided tours.
From museum rooftops to moonlit hillsides and beachy escapes, here’s how to make the most of the Buck Moon on July 10—without packing a single bag