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Crete events

90 of Europe’s Oldest Breed – Kritikos Lagonikos – Registered On Crete

This past weekend registration for 90 dogs of Europe's oldest breed, the legendary Kritikos Lagonikos took place on Crete.

Toplou Monastery Pilgrimage Cancelled Over COVID Concerns

The Holy Monastery of Toplou, outside Sitia, has announced that pilgrims will not be allowed for the feast of Saint…

What’s Happening On Crete: The Weekend of July 12th, 2020

This past weekend Cretans mixed business and pleasure, which is a kind of tradition that will probably suit the post-pandemic…

Moderate Subsea Earthquake Hits off Gavdos Island

A magnitude 4.5 earthquake was recorded late Wednesday evening just south of the island of Gavdos off Crete.

Celebrate the Traditional Koulouma at Karavolas for 2020

Heraklion celebrates Koulouma at Karavolas March 2nd in colorful tradition marked by Cretan music, treats, dancing, and amazing kite flying.

Ntoré Gastronomy & WINE-Store to Host Unique Heraklion Event

Coming up next week in Heraklion, Ntoré Gastronomy and WINE-STORE are hosting a unique wine sampling event Thursday, January 30th.

Cretes Governor Stavros Arnaoutakis Honors Arkadi Martyrs

Crete's Governor Stavros Arnaoutakis was at the Arkadi Monastery to honor the memory of Cretan heroes who sacrificed themselves there…

Minoan Theater Culture Center 2019 Season Draws to a Close

As the 2019 season of performances at the Minoan Theater in Karteros now draws to a close, it's time to…

The Other Wind Festival Sougia: Free Events Today and Tomorrow

The Other Wind Festival kicked off this past weekend in Sougia on the Libyan Sea in the southwest of Crete.

Coming This Fall in Fabulous Rethymno: Sports and More Sports

Coming up in Rethymno, two major athletic events promise participants, locals, and visitors to the region a "one of" sports…

Crete Events to Finish July and Start Get August Right

Coming up at the end of the week and this weekend on Crete, some performances not to miss.

“blueFest Crete 19” Spotlights Tourism and Culture

On July 13th and 14th, the G & A Mamidakis Foundation welcomed Greek artists and producers to Crete for the…

Coming to Rethymno Prefecture July 20-24 the Amari Green Festival 2019

Coming up July 20th through the 24th, the Amari Green Festival 2019 is one of Crete's major cultural events in…

Coming to Rethymno June 29th the Wines of Crete @Fortezza Event

On Saturday, June 29, 2019, the Rethymno European Wine City and Wines of Crete will host a Cretan wine tasting…

ADAPTtoCLIMATE Conference to Address Crete Agricultural Adaptation

Coming up in Heraklion June 24th and 25th, the ADAPTtoCLIMATE Conference will focus on the adaptation of the agricultural sector…

Crete’s Nature Loves Courage Festival 2019

The "Nature Loves Courage Festival 2019" at Sougia kicks off June 7th and 8th in the far-southwest of Crete Island.

Santo Wines Presents Exclusive Wine Tasting in Heraklion

Wednesday, January 16th, Santo Wines collective will conduct an exclusive wine tasting event presenting prestigious wines from Santorini.

Crete’s Archanes Village Holds 1st Annual Table Tennis Competition

The 1st Annual Archanes Table Tennis School Tournament took place over two days this week. The event, organized by the…

Making a Dent in Marble Headed Greek Beurocrats

In the late Spring of 2018 the Hellenic Ministry of Culture and Sports, the Hellenic Ministry of Tourism and the…

The 8th pan-Hellenic Festival of Amateur Theatre Ierapetra Starts Oct. 20

Coming up October 20 - 28, the Association of Friends of the Theatre Ierapetra, in cooperation with the Municipality of…