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The Athens Epidaurus Festival
, one of Europe’s longest-running and most prestigious cultural institutions, returns in the summer of 2026 with a diverse programme of theatre, music and dance staged in iconic venues across Greece. Running annually from
June through August
, the festival brings together Greek and international artists and audiences, celebrating the dialogue between classical heritage and contemporary artistic expression. Since its founding in 1955, it has played a key role in strengthening Greece’s cultural identity and promoting the country as a global centre for performing arts.
Held annually in iconic venues such as the
Odeon of Herodes Atticus
and the
Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus
as well as the
Little Theatre of Ancient Epidaurus
, the festival draws global attention for its world-class programming in theatre, music, dance, and visual arts.
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