What's On In Athens In September
August is drawing to its close and pretty soon the early farewell greetings of Kalo Xeimona (Happy Winter, a greeting used at the end of the summer) will soon be the music of the day. With the first Athenians slowly returning home, it does feel like summer is ending. Don’t despair, however, as September has plenty to offer in the way of must-see exhibitions and live performances to attend. Read on to know what’s on in September in Athens.
THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 1st – SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 4th
02 September
Tickets: € 12 or 14 at the doors. For info, call: +30 210 7282333
02 September | Screening at 09:30 PM
The 6th Athens Open Air Film Festival is coming to an end, and this is one of the last chances to catch the screening of The Misfits, a 1960s classic starring icons Clark Gable and Marilyn Monroe. The movie gained in significance as it was their last appearance on the silver screen for each respective star. Don’t skimp on popcorn; the film is over two hours long. Free admission.
01 September – 31 December
This exhibition is a tribute to The Departed, twenty-eight contemporary artists in the Frissiras’ collection who have long since deceased, in an attempt to introduce them to a younger audience. The exhibition will retrace their oeuvre and prove that art is immortal. Featured artists include Demosthenis Skoulakis, Henk Van Boekel, Susan Hay, Vasso Katraki, Philippe Perrot, Chryssa Romanou and Jean Rustin, among others.
02 September | Doors open at 10:00 PM.
Since its launch a couple years ago, Massroom Poolside Club has organized the best foam parties in town. This year again, the Foam party is back. Prepare for an epic line-up as well as a LOT of fun. Water guns, inflatable water mattress, foam cannons and anything you can think of will be waiting for you at the “sudsiest” party of the year.
📍 Massroom Poolside Club
MONDAY SEPTEMBER 5th – SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 11th
08 September at 8:30 – 11:00 PM
The Budapest Gypsy Symphony Orchestra hardly needs an introduction. Performing for over 30 years, this band is coming once again to Athens to perform at the majestic Odeon of Herodes Atticus theater for an incredible night under the Acropolis.
08 – 14 September | Screenings at 9:00 and 11:00 PM
The premiere of the latest Tom Hanks movie is set for Thursday at outdoor cinema Ciné Floisvos by the seaside. The movie, with its ideal location, is an excellent way to end a day at the beach.
10 September at 8:30 PM
Prolong the summer with Best Radio 92.6 at Bolivar Beach Bar. Dance along to some of the best Greek DJs including Maria Papidaki, Evi Sidiropoulou Fading Soul and Sotus Bo.
10 – 11 September
Travel to beautiful Africa and learn the basics of djembe with world-acclaimed djembe player Harouna Dembele. Prefer dancing? Then come the next day for a West African Dance class with Aminata Touré at the Pangea World Music Center.
11 September at 9:00 PM
Change the way you see and hear music at the PIXI Summer Sessions Vol. 17 at one of the best beach-side clubs on the Athens Riviera.
📍 Island Club
MONDAY SEPTEMBER 12th – SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 18th
12- 17 September
Always wanted to get a microdermal piercing but never brave enough to actually do it? Or maybe you just want a third piercing on your ear. Whatever it is, now’s your chance during the Black Dahlia Tattoo & Piercing Studio’s week of piercings.
12 September at 9:00 PM
As one of the most unique modern Greek singers, Giannis Aggelakas is better known as the former lead vocal for the Greek rock band Trypes. In September, he will be performing with his band for a delightful evening of new tunes and likely a few old classics. Tickets (from 13 euros on) are to be purchased at the entrance.
16 September at 7:00 PM
Why not welcome this beautiful event in peace and serenity? The Full Moon Yoga Therapy is your dose of Zen to get ready for the toughest month of the year. For more info on directions and the full program, send an email to: yogaretreatgreece@gmail.com.
17 September at 9:00 PM
With Idra Kayne as the opening act, Imam Baildi will get you dancing with its perfect blend of traditional Greek sounds mixed with more exotic flavours.
17 September at noon
A new edition where writers, actors and journalists get together and read extracts from the best of the guests’ works in an open event at the Stoa tou Vivliou (Book Arcade). A discussion session with each author will follow the readings where the public is welcome to participate.
📍 Stoa tou Vivliou (Book Arcade)
MONDAY SEPTEMBER 19th – SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 25th
20 September
Compared to Nina Simone yet with a more flexible vocal range, Buika will transport you around the world with her music influenced by flamenco, jazz, pop, soul and African polyrhythm. You won’t regret it.
Until 25th September 2016
This is the last week to see Imagine a Palm Tree by British artist Navine Khan-Dossos. The exhibition is an artistic overview examining the position Athens holds between the West & Islamic worlds today.
24 September from 10.00 AM
Foreign language institutes and embassies, along with the Representation of the European Commission in Greece, will present a multilingual festival with songs, dance, stories and games for all ages to celebrate the European Day of Languages.
24 – 25 September
This workshop is designed to help dancers discover and learn about Middle Eastern Fusion Dance whilst overcoming stylistic limits to explore yourself better.
24 September at 11:00 PM
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📍 The Onassis Cultural Centre
MONDAY SEPTEMBER 26th – FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 30th
29 September at 7:30 PM
Considered as one of Norway’s most enduring artists, Sivert Høyem is best known as the former lead singer of rock band Madrugada, now enjoying a solo career. He will be performing along with his band and a string quartet, welcoming Marie Munroe as the opening act. Tickets available here.
29 – 30 September
The Hellenic American Union hosts the 11th edition of its series of lectures on photography and cinema by Platon Rivellis, with a focus on religion.
28 September at 8:30 PM – 11 PM
Spend a memorable evening with singer-actress Anne Carrere in Piaf! The Show, a musical performance based on the life and songs of French musical icon Edith Piaf, oft-referred to as ‘the Little Sparrow.’
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