Over the past few years, innovation has been on the rise in Thessaloniki and northern Greece in general. The city's strategic location and the presence of a number of universities and thriving businesses reinforce Thessaloniki's comparative advantages in its goal to become a pillar of development and innovation in Southeast Europe. A large innovation and technology center, named Thess INTEC (Thessaloniki Innovation & Technology Center), currently under development, aims to become the focal po...| Greek News Agenda
Panos Profitis is a compelling voice in contemporary art, recognized for his innovative sculptural installations that combine industrial materials with deep conceptual ideas. Drawing inspiration from classical sculpture, while utilizing industrial materials such as aluminum, iron, epoxy, plaster and concrete, he explores themes of movement, ritual and the human condition. He blends smooth metallic surfaces with biomorphic and mechanical forms, creating immersive environments that combine per...| Greek News Agenda
On September 24, 2025, at 21:00, the historic Οdeon of Herodes Atticus in Athens will host a unique and concert: Mare Nostrum. This production by the Greek National Opera (GNO) Learning & Participation Department brings together the internationally celebrated Catalan conductor and viola da gamba virtuoso, Jordi Savall, along with his esteemed ensemble Hespèrion XXI, in conversation with the GNO Intercultural Orchestra. This special musical evening, illuminates the rich musical exchanges tha...| Greek News Agenda
The bilingual edition Crossing the Ocean [Pyxida tis Polis Editions, 2025] by Niki Troullinou, published with the support of the Region of Crete and the Chania Film Festival and translated into English by Eleni Hall Manolaraki, comprises twelve short stories that follow the paths of Greek emigrants – ordinary heroes, much like ourselves – as they cross oceans in search of a better future. Their journeys are long and difficult, marked by loss, bitterness, hard work, nostalgia and lonelines...| Greek News Agenda
Art Athina stands as a distinguished celebration of contemporary artistry, offering visitors an exceptional opportunity to engage with a diverse array of creative expressions. The fair impresses with its thoughtfully curated presentation, seamlessly combining visual appeal for both seasoned collectors and newcomers to the art world. The breadth of work on display is remarkable, encompassing painting, sculpture, photography, mixed media and design, each piece reflecting a distinct artistic vo...| Greek News Agenda
The Benaki Museum, in collaboration with the Cultural Association 'Skiathos', is organizing an exhibition titled “Dimitris Pikionis: Shape and Form” at the Holy Monastery of the Annunciation of the Virgin Mary on Skiathos island (on view until October 15). The exhibition offers a concise overview of the work and personality of Dimitris Pikionis, whose archive was donated to the Benaki Museum by the Pikionis family in 2001. A distinctive figure of Greek Modernism, Pikionis profoundly influ...| Greek News Agenda
The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Thessaly is pioneering modern robotics technologies with a strong focus on environmental protection. The University of Thessaly is at the forefront of agricultural innovation, developing next-generation solutions for smart farming and climate change adaptation. Through its Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, the university is integrating IoT, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Virtual Reality (VR), 5G network...| Greek News Agenda
Greece, historically, has always been blessed with fertile land. Its land, has always had plentiful gifts to offer to those who dedicate their time, effort and passion to it. Agricultural identity has shaped the way of life for the majority of Greeks, since long before the establishment of the modern Greek state. During the 1800s, while Western Europe was rapidly industrializing, Greece maintained its agricultural identity. The geomorphology of the Greek land, the semi-tropical climate and Me...| Greek News Agenda
Mary Kontzoglou was born in Thessaloniki and studied Political Science at Panteion University. She has worked in Communication roles for major Greek companies. Her novels are published by METAICHMIO Publications and include: The Honey of the Sea (2008), Walk with Your Angel (2009), the trilogy The Meridians of Life (2011), the trilogy The Old Silver (2014), The Enchanted (2017), the two-volume Rust and Gold (2020), the short story collection Hours of Shared Concern (2021), the bibliophile fee...| Greek News Agenda
The Methana Peninsula, attached to Northeastern Peloponnese by an isthmus in the Saronic Gulf, features two steep volcanic slopes and is a volcano that emerged from the sea 3-6 million years ago. Visitor can explore a stunning volcanic landscape with dense vegetation, coastal villages, and diverse flora and fauna. The establishment of the spa complex in […]| Greek News Agenda
Located in the Ionian Sea and easily accessible from the mainland, Lefkada boasts a rich history as well as spectacular natural landscapes. It is not just a sun and beach destination, but a place where time seems to have stood still, inviting the perceptive traveler to explore its essence and authenticity in depth. Among it many features, you will find picturesque villages, lush vegetation, churches and monasteries, idyllic coves with crystal-clear waters, crowded or hidden beaches a rich cul...| Greek News Agenda
Yiannis Bouteas’s exhibition, “Stratifications – Transformations,” is currently running at the Archaeological Museum of the Saronic island of Poros. The exhibition is co-organized by CITRONNE Gallery in collaboration with the Ephorate of Antiquities of Piraeus and Islands. Art historian Dr. Tatiana Spinari-Pollali and archaeologist Dr. Maria Giannopoulou co-curate the exhibition. CITRONNE Gallery is also presenting […]| Greek News Agenda
Athens is the capital of Greece and the site of an ancient city-state that defined the classical age, leaving behind a heritage still visible today in monuments such as the Acropolis. In his book, Athens: City of Wisdom, journalist and author Bruce Clark presents an exhaustive overview of the city’s distant and recent past, including […]| Greek News Agenda
For its 10th anniversary, “Beyond Borders” Kastellorizo International Documentary Festival celebrates with a special edition dedicated to Greece and its creative powers. This year’s festival, which will take place on August 24-30, on the history of Greek documentaries, and their efforts to record reality, comment on it and reshape it in the most imaginative and […]| Greek News Agenda
Nestled in the heart of Mykonos, in the historic area of Tria Pigadia, the Aegean Maritime Museum, is a cultural institution dedicated to safeguarding and celebrating Greece’s profound connection to the sea. Established in 1983 and opening its doors to the public in 1985, the Aegean Maritime Museum is a private non-profit institution focused on […]| Greek News Agenda
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The 13th Thessalian Poetry Festival opens its gates from 25 to 29 August 2025, with a multi-dimensional programme that includes poetry readings by more than 70 Greek and international poets, live music, book presentations, a visual art exhibition curated by Antigoni Kapsali, and multimedia poetry performances. Organized by the publishing house Thraka and the Department […]| Greek News Agenda
Τhe Greek summer, with its warm sunsets, azure seas, and picturesque islands, holds a unique place in the cinematic lexicon. It has serves as a narrative canvas for many directors, Greek as well as international, from the lush colors of Hydra in 1957 Sophia Loren vehicle “Boy on a Dolphin” –the first Hollywood film shot […]| Greek News Agenda
Although it has formed an essential part of Greek diet for very long, it was only recently that strained yogurt found its way to Western Europe and the other side of the Atlantic; about a decade ago, a Greek-yogurt craze indeed took over American consumers, who discovered dozens of ways to enjoy this rich and […]| Greek News Agenda
Greece’s diverse geography and Mediterranean climate have played an important role in the development of its rich culinary tradition. Many of its products have acquired PDO (Protected Designation of Origin) or PGI (Protected Geographical Indication) status – some of these have been traditionally associated with Greece for a long time, will others may surprise you! […]| Greek News Agenda
Greece has an abundance of products that have a naturally sweet taste; thanks to their great variety, Greek cuisine features a number of desserts using ingredients such as fresh and dried fruit, honey, nuts and dairy. Arguably the most typical homestyle Greek dessert is what we call a “spoon sweet”: a preserve made from almost […]| Greek News Agenda
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has officially inscribed six Minoan Palatial Centres on Crete into its prestigious World Heritage List. This significant recognition, announced during the 47th session of the World Heritage Committee, marks an important achievement for Greece and acknowledges the profound global importance of these ancient centers. The newly recognized […]| Greek News Agenda
What does it mean to share the planet with animals today? Are they just background characters in our human-centered story or do they deserve space, respect and justice in their own right? These are the provocative questions at the heart of the EMST’s latest exhibition Why Look at Animals? Justice for Non-Human Life. Curated by Katerina […]| Greek News Agenda
Lina Rokou was born in Athens, but grew up in Corfu. She studied at the Department of Communication, Media and Culture of Panteion University. She works as a journalist. Her novel End of Hunger (Ikaros, 2018) was included in the four novels selected by Pen Greece as part of Pen International’s Know Her Words project. […]| Greek News Agenda
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The National Gallery of Greece presents the exhibition Freedom at its Nafplio branch, dedicated to the work of acclaimed painter Maria Filopoulou. The exhibition reflects the artist’s enduring drive to create Mediterranean scenes and intimate natural settings, celebrating the harmony of nature, immersed in light and rhythm. After studying under Leonardo Cremonini at the École […]| Greek News Agenda
One of the most emblematic lyric voices of post-war poetry, Katerina Anghelaki-Rooke was born in Athens in 1939. She completed university studies in Athens (Greece), Nice (France) and Geneva (Switzerland). She holds a degree from the School of Translators and Interpreters (English, French, Russian). Her first published work, in 1956, appeared in the literary magazine […]| Greek News Agenda
Considered to be the most important holiday on the Greek calendar and one of the richest in folklore, the celebration of Orthodox Easter is extraordinary throughout Greece. While there are many local customs associated with Easter, there are several observed by all, which herald the rebirth of nature and spirit, and constitute a vibrant aspect of […]| Greek News Agenda
Greece in Numbers is a hub for publicly available data on Greece’s economy and society, aiming to facilitate access to statistics that can inform public debate, policy-making and research οn Greece. The hub, which was launched on February 25, 2025 collects up-to-date data from official and other sources – such as the Hellenic Statistical Authority […]| Greek News Agenda
Olympus is the highest mountain in Greece and second highest in the Balkans. Primarily famous as the residence of the twelve gods of Greek mythology, it is a National Park of great importance for the country’s biodiversity, a popular destination for hikers and climbers, and an important landmark for the area’s identity and history. Olympus […]| Greek News Agenda
Greek News Agenda8 hours agoThe Contemporary Art Museum of Crete Μουσείο Σύγχρονης Τέχνης Κρήτης presents the exhibition “What you wear is what you are”, a compelling exploration of how fashion intersects with art and politics, identity and culture, personal and social expression. | Greek News Agenda
Greek News Agenda1 day agoThe Contemporary Art Museum of Crete Μουσείο Σύγχρονης Τέχνης Κρήτης presents the exhibition “What you wear is what you are”, a compelling exploration of how fashion intersects with art and politics, identity and culture, personal and social expression. | Greek News Agenda
Aggelos Moutafidis was born in Thessaloniki in 1990. He studied Psychology and Comparative Literature at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. He has been working as a translator and book editor since 2018. Among your latest translation ventures is “Les impatientes” by Djaili – Amadou Amal (Thines, 2024) (Prix Goncourt des lycéens 2020). Tell us a […]| Greek News Agenda
Greek News Agenda4 hours agoThe Contemporary Art Museum of Crete Μουσείο Σύγχρονης Τέχνης Κρήτης presents the exhibition “What you wear is what you are”, a compelling exploration of how fashion intersects with art and politics, identity and culture, personal and social expression. | Greek News Agenda
Kalliopi Asargiotaki, has established herself as one of the leading painters in contemporary Greek art. Her evocative, emotionally charged art, blends figurative, symbolic and metaphysical elements conveying a sense of rebirth and illumination. Her art focuses on the intimacy of human experiences and existential exploration. Her style has evolved from fluid expressionism to the meticulous […]| Greek News Agenda