TiACF25: Athens All Star Party

This is Athens City Festival returns this May — bigger, bolder, and bursting into more neighbourhoods than ever before. From 1 May to 1 June, over 200 free events will take over parks, squares, rooftops and hidden corners across the capital, inviting locals and visitors alike to explore a different side of the city. Scroll down for a curated selection of this year’s events — or head to the official festival site to see the full programme.

It's not just a party — it’s a pilgrimage. Dance crews, music collectives, locals and visitors alike make the climb up Lycabettus Hill for one night only, to gather under the stars and celebrate the city from above. With a sweeping view of Athens as the backdrop and a line-up curated from the festival’s favourite street party crews, this open-air celebration feels like the soul of the festival itself — a mix of movement, music, and collective energy that stays with you long after the lights go out.

* Most events are free entrance and require no tickets, to the exception of some that have a priced ticket, or require pre-registration, or are invitation-only. All related information to each of the festival's events can be found on the festival's website, under the page for each event.