Orthodox Easter Procession
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📍 Hagia Sophia Church & Harbor
Traditional procession from Church of Hagia Sophia to White Tower with candlelit boats on the harbor. Includes "Tsoureki" bread tasting.
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April 2026 🟢 HAPPENING NOW
Thessaloniki Wine Festival
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📍 Mavro Winery
50+ Greek wineries offering tastings at the city's oldest winery, "Mavro" on 19th century premises. Features cheese pairing workshops.
January 2026
Thessaloniki Winter Festival
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📍 White Tower Square & Aristotelous Square
Ice sculptures at White Tower Square and folk music performances in Aristotelous Square. Local bakeries offer free samples of winter specialties like "Koulourakia" cookies.
Thessaloniki International Film Festival Opening Night
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📍 Thessaloniki Concert Hall
Red carpet premiere at Thessaloniki Concert Hall featuring Greek and international directors. Includes post-screening Q&A with filmmakers.
February 2026
Orthodox Carnival Parade
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📍 Ano Poli & Plovdiv Square
Colorful street procession through Ano Poli district with masks, music, and traditional dances. Followed by "Koulourakia" eating contest at Plovdiv Square.
International Jazz Night
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📍 Waterfront Jazz Club
Live performances by Balkan jazz fusion bands at Waterfront Jazz Club. Includes complimentary Greek wine tasting.
March 2026
International Children's Theatre Festival
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📍 Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center
Professional puppet shows and interactive workshops for kids at Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center. Parents attend free with children.
Thessaloniki Book Fair
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📍 International Fairgrounds
Over 200 authors signing books at the International Fairgrounds. Includes children's book corner with storytelling sessions.
May 2026
Thessaloniki International Fair Opening
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📍 International Fairgrounds
Global trade exhibition at International Fairgrounds featuring 1,200 exhibitors. Includes daily B2B networking sessions.
Byzantine Music Festival
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📍 Church of St. Dimitrios
Medieval hymns performed by "Hagios Demetrios Choir" in the ancient Church of St. Dimitrios. Includes guided historical tour.
June 2026
International Festival of the Mediterranean
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📍 Thessaloniki Waterfront
Food stalls from 12 Mediterranean countries along the waterfront. Evening concerts by Greek and Turkish artists.
Sea Festival
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📍 Thessaloniki Harbor
Traditional fishing boat races and seafood cooking competitions at the harbor. Includes "Octopus" tasting with local chefs.
July 2026
Thessaloniki Jazz Festival
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📍 White Tower Square
Headliners like "The Greek Jazz Collective" at the White Tower Square. Evening sessions with open-air seating.
International Street Art Festival
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📍 Ladadika District
Murals created live on walls in the Ladadika district. Includes workshops on street art techniques.
August 2026
Thessaloniki Food & Wine Festival
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📍 City Park
Local producers showcase regional specialties like "Mizithra" cheese at the City Park. Includes cooking demos.
Festival of the Aegean Islands
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📍 Hippodrome
Traditional Greek music and dance from islands like Mykonos and Santorini at the Hippodrome. Features folk costume displays.
September 2026
Thessaloniki International Film Festival
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📍 Thessaloniki Concert Hall
Premieres of 150+ films at the Thessaloniki Concert Hall. Includes masterclasses with directors.
Wine Harvest Festival
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📍 Pieria Winery
Vineyard tours followed by tasting at "Pieria Winery" near the city. Includes olive oil pairing.
October 2026
Thessaloniki International Fair Closing
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📍 International Fairgrounds
Final trade exhibition with discounted booth rentals. Includes industry networking dinner.
International Folklore Festival
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📍 City Theater
Dances from 20 Balkan countries at the City Theater. Includes traditional costume exhibitions.
November 2026
Thessaloniki Christmas Market
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📍 Aristotelous Square
Handcrafted gifts and festive foods at Aristotelous Square. Features live carol singing and lighting ceremony.
International Christmas Concert
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📍 Cathedral of St. Sophia
Orchestral performance of holiday classics at the Cathedral of St. Sophia. Includes free hot chocolate.
December 2026
New Year's Eve Celebration
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📍 White Tower Square
Fireworks at White Tower Square with live music by "Makedonia Orchestra". Includes free champagne toast at midnight.
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