This past weekend registration for 90 dogs of Europe’s oldest breed, the legendary Kritikos Lagonikos took place on Crete.
Crete events
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 Isadore at remote Cape Sidero.
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 era as well.
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 in 1866.
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 book one of Crete’s best experiences.
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 opportunity. The Isoman Equalized Triathalon and the 2019 Socca World Cup make September and October in Rethymno a unique destination.
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 second edition of the “blueFest Crete | Culture & Beyond”, a two-day festival dedicated to Greek art, culture, and gastronomy. Held at the Minos Beach art hotel, the “blueFest Crete 19” event made strides to promote 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 the heart of the island.
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 at Fortezza.
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 to climate change.
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 Archanes Athletic Club Giouchtas 2010, featured young competitors vying for the champion status at the inaugural event, as well as European champions of table tennis. Organized for the purpose of disseminating the good sportsmanship and excellence for the promotion of Olympic Table Tennis, the tournament was sponsored by the Region of Crete and leading local businesses to afford local children an unforgettable experience.
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 Greek National Tourism Organisation helped organize an amazing cultural event in Heraklion. The Contemporary Minoans design event held 11 and 12 May at the Heraklion Archaeological Museum should have been made Crete branding exercise, but it wasn’t. Instead, the event stands as a stark reminder of what the term “uncommitted” means for Greece.
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 Ierapetra, SOCIAL.CULTURE.A, and the Hoteliers Association of Ierapetra and Southeast Crete present the 8th pan-Hellenic Festival of Amateur Theatre. The festival is a competition with a focus to strengthen and promote amateur theater and to […]