Loxandra by Maria Iordanidou
Ancient Olympia Theater Open Theater Floka, Ancient Olympia, Ilia"Loxandra", based on the novel by Maria Iordanidou, is a fascinating journey through time, through the eyes and recipes of a charismatic woman. A middle-class Greek family of Constantinople lives the small and big moments of everyday life, against the backdrop of the historical events of the time. At its core, Loxandra, a popular woman […]
9th Book Festival
Ancient Olympia Ancient Olympia, IliaThe 9th Book Festival is organized by the bookstore "Dora" in OSE Park, Ancient Olympia. The reader will find there thousands of books by Greek and foreign authors from 40 publishing houses. Literature, novels, children's books, history, poetry, and more. The 9th Book Festival will be open to the public every day from August 2-25 […]
The Grooms of Happiness by N. Tsiforos and P. Vassiliadis
Ancient Olympia Theater Open Theater Floka, Ancient Olympia, IliaThe first post-war writers of Greek comedy were all "children of war". They passionately loved life. The theater came and touched it later as a great consolation. The Grooms of Happiness by Nikos Tsiforos and Polivios Vassiliadis is a common rhythm of actors and spectators. A great laughter is the goal. The prerequisite is the […]
The full moon illuminates Ancient Olympia – Banda Morena
Ancient Olympia Ancient Olympia, IliaThis year August full moon coincides with the Assumption of Mary. The museums and the archaelogical site are open in the evening for free and as every year many events are being planned. Don't miss Banda Morena live at 21h30, at the Archaeological Museum of Olympia. "Banda Morena" is a newly created musical scheme, formed […]
Oedipus Tyrannus by Sophocles
Ancient Olympia Theater Open Theater Floka, Ancient Olympia, IliaOedipus Tyrannus by Sophocles is regarded by many scholars as the masterpiece of ancient Greek tragedy. The action of Sophocles' play concerns Oedipus' search for the murderer of Laius in order to end a plague ravaging Thebes, a searce that unfolds a bunch of horrible revelations. Director: Constantinos Markoulakis Actors: Giannis Lignadis, Amalia Moutousi, Nikos […]
Traditional feast “Panagiri”
Ancient Olympia Gymnasium Ancient OlympiaDon't miss the unique opportunity to revel with the locals amidst village surroundings, traditional food, live music, non-stop dancing, and plenty of delicious traditionally baked pork and drinks! https://www.facebook.com/olimpionikis.ao/videos/2329040333870163/
“Click on the cabbage town” by Tassos Ioannidis
Ancient Olympia Theater Open Theater Floka, Ancient Olympia, IliaA modern musical for children, approved by the Greek Ministry of Education, with an outstanding creative team and actors, video projections, imaginative scenery, colorful costumes and many surprises.
International Day of Peace
Archaeological site Ancient Olympia, ΕλλάδαThe Municipality of Ancient Olympia celebrates the International Day Peace, established by the UN and celebrated around the world on the 21st, September. The aim of the event is to promote the universal human ideals of reconciliation of all nations and peoples of the earth, while will be a special mention in Cyprus with the […]
4th Choral Festival of Ancient Olympia
Museum of the History of the Ancient Olympic Games Ancient Olympia, ΕλλάδαThe Pyrgos Mixed Chorus invites us to the 4th Choral Festival of Ancient Olympia, which will take place on Saturday, September 21, 2019 at 8:00 pm. at the Old Archaeological Museum. The festival is dedicated to musician and songwriter Lavrentis Machairitsas, who left his indelible mark on the Greek music scene. Admission is free to […]
Lalas Cycling race
Ancient Olympia Ancient Olympia, IliaThe route starts from the City Hall of Ancient Olympia and after passing in front of the Archaeological Site and the Ancient Stadium will be directed to the village of Lala (didtance 17km). The route will be marked 24 hours before the race as required by the regulations. For more information please contact [email protected].