Welcome to the ultimate guide to this summer’s events across the island of Kefalonia! Here you’ll find an evolving list of cultural happenings – from open-air concerts, traditional festivals, shadow theatre and dance performances, to art exhibitions, book presentations, and unique local celebrations.
This catalogue is continuously updated as local municipalities and cultural organisations announce new events.
AUGUST 2025
Thursday, August 14
📖 “Platsourismata (Splashing Tales)” – Summer Storytelling Performance
📍 Dilinata, Central Square | 🕘 20:30
A summer storytelling performance with live music by the group Paramythokamomata. Sea-themed tales intertwine with melodies and song, inviting audiences to a magical evening of imagination.
✏️ Organised by the Dilinata Community and the Municipality of Argostoli
✏️ Free entrance
🎉 Traditional Festival in Agkonas
📍 Thinia, Agkonas | 🕘 Evening (after vespers)
After the evening church service, enjoy a traditional village feast with live music by Giorgos Pavlatos and delicious food.
✏️ Organised by the Agkonas Community and the Municipality of Argostoli
🎉 Festival of the Dormition in Simotata
📍 Leivatho, Simotata, Village Square | 🕘 20:00
Religious celebration for the Dormition of the Virgin Mary followed by a traditional festival with music, food, and dancing in the village square.
✏️ Organised by the “Kokkinos Vrachos” Association and the Municipality of Argostoli
🎉 Festival & Evening Vespers
📍 Eleios-Pronnoi, Agrinia | 🕘 20:00
Evening vespers followed by a traditional festival with live music and local treats in the village of Agrinia.
✏️ Community and religious event
🕯️ Vigil for the Virgin Mary
📍 Eleios-Pronnoi, Markopoulo | 🕘 Evening
Religious vespers in honour of the Dormition of the Virgin Mary at the site of the miracle of the snakes. Divine Liturgy will follow on August 15.
✏️ Spiritual and cultural observance
🖼️ Exhibition of Vintage Photographs
📍 Erisos, Community Store in Fiskardo | 🕘 19:00–22:00
📅 August 14–22
An exhibition of archival photos capturing the past of Erisos and Fiskardo, hosted in the community space of the village.
✏️ Organised by the Kefalonian Association “DOLICHIO”
🎉 Festival at Panagia Antelikou
📍 Pylarios – Panagia Antelikou | 🕘 21:00
A traditional celebration in the village of Antelikou, honouring the Virgin Mary.
✏️ Organized by A.P.S. Pyllariakos
15 August
🎉 Traditional Feast in Kapanadriti
📍Elios-Pronnoi, Kapanadriti (Main Square) | 🕘 Evening
The Cultural Association of Kapanadriti “OI PRONNOI” and the Municipality of Argostoli invite you to an unforgettable night of tradition and celebration! Angelos Andreatos and his orchestra will liven up the evening with beloved songs and dances. Join us for music, dance, food and authentic festive joy until dawn!
✏️ Free entrance
🎶 Cultural Festivities in Komitata
📍Komitata | 🕘 21:00
Two-day cultural celebration organised by the Komitata Cultural Association.
✏️ Continues on 16 August
🙏 Procession of the Icon of Virgin Mary
📍Sami – Agrilia Monastery | 🕘 11:00
Religious procession of the icon of the Virgin Mary at the Agrilia Monastery, accompanied by the Philharmonic Orchestra of the Municipality of Sami “Themos Amouris”.
August 16
🏃 Running Event – Villages of Anoiyi
📍 Vilatoria | 🕘 18:00
The village races, first organised by Ntiana Antοnakatou, return! A celebration of tradition and vitality across the villages of Anoiyi.
Organised by the Cultural Association of Agia Thekli.
✏️ Free entry
🎧 NŌMA Festival – Music Under the Stars
📍 Kaminara Quarry | 🕘 20:00
A magical electronic music night with atmospheric visuals beneath the stars.
🎟️ Entry: €10 (presale) / €12 (door)
🎨 Art Exhibition – “MORFES”
📍 Valenti Building Courtyard, Lixouri | 🕘 20:30–23:30
Painting exhibition by the Lixouri Visual Arts Group “MORFES”. Runs from August 16 to 18.
✏️ With the support of Lixouri Municipality
🎉 Cultural Celebration
📍 Pyrgi | 🕘 21:00
Organised by the Association of Friends of Pyrgi “O Ainos”
✏️ Free entry
Sunday, 17 August
🎭 AMNESIA 2025: MIRONAΣ | MOSFET | STEPH.A. | KOVEL | G.MAILIS | S.ADILINIS + more
📍 Alaya Beach Bar Xi | 🕘17:00
The third and final day of the festival concludes with the ultimate beach party. Beloved acts and surprises promise an unforgettable night of visuals and vibes!
🎭 Children’s theatre show by Giannis Christopoulos – ELSA
📍 Schoolyard of A’ Primary School, Lixouri | 🕘21:00
A magical journey for our little friends, featuring snowmen, penguins, and fairies. Join Elsa, Anna, Olaf and the others in a frosty tale!
🎭 8th Cultural Celebration
📍 ARGOSTOLI, Amphitheatre ‘Gerásimos Sklavos’ | 🕘Evening
Organised by the Cultural Association ‘H TETRAPOLIS’.
✏️Free entrance.
🎭 Documentary Screening: ‘Moments in the History of Sports in Kefalonia’
📍 ARGOSTOLI, Napier Garden | 🕘21:00
A journey from 1923 to today through the eyes of M. Bardaramatos and D. Fokas.
✏️Free entrance.
🎭 Traditional Festival
📍 DILINATA, Y.O. Lamias Forecourt | 21:00
Organised by the Expatriate Cultural Association of Dilinata. Music and feast until the early morning hours!
🎭 Painting Exhibition
📍 LEIVATHOS, SVORONATA, old school |
Organised by P.S. ‘Agia Pelagia’. Runs until August 23.
✏️Free entrance.
Monday, August 18
🎭 “Slowly, slowly honey is made” – Charity Event for YPERION
📍 Courtyard of the 1st Primary School of Lixouri | 🕘 21:00
An established charity event by YPERION in collaboration with the Municipality of Lixouri. The evening includes humorous Greek proverbs turned into truths, performed by beneficiaries of K.D.H.F. and S.Y.D. YPERION in an interactive knowledge game. Then follows a live concert by “MPLE”, one of the longest-running and most beloved Greek bands, featuring lead singer Tzortzia Kefala.
✏️ Organised by YPERION & Municipality of Lixouri
📍 “Methorios” – Photographic Exhibition by Iro Ferentinou
📍 Erisos, Old School of Komitata | 🕘 19:00–21:00 (August 18–20)
A photographic journey through the landscapes of Erisos by Iro Ferentinou.
✏️ Organised by: Cultural Association of Komitata
🎶 Barcarolle on the Bridge
📍 Argostoli | 🕘 21:00
A magical Barcarolle on the bridge of Argostoli aboard the decorated wooden boat “QUEEN BEE”, with serenades by the Municipal Male Choir of Argostoli. Conducted by Angelos Mourelatos and accompanied on accordion by Grigoris Vlachoulis.
✏️ Organised by: Municipality of Argostoli
🎭 “ELSA meets Olaf the Snowman” – Children’s Theatre
📍 Argostoli, ΞΕΝΙΑ Courtyard | 🕘 20:00
An interactive children’s performance by the Athenian Children’s Stage. Join Elsa and Anna in a snowy kingdom adventure. Recommended for children aged 2–10.
✏️ Directed by: Nikos Linaios
🎨 “CITIZENS IN ACTION” – Local Creators Exhibition
📍 Faraklata, Cultural Centre “Panait Istratis” | 🕘 19:00
A showcase of local amateur and professional creators, including paintings, crafts, ceramics, poetry, and photography.
✏️ Organised by: Cultural Association Faraklata “Panait Istratis – Cycladic Arts”. Continues on August 19.
Tuesday, August 19
🎭 ARGOSTOLI & LIXOURI / The Story of Two Cities
📍 Argostoli, Municipal Theatre “O Kefalos” | 🕘 21:00
A theatrical performance inspired by the long-standing relationship between the towns of Argostoli and Lixouri, from the 17th century to the present. The story of their “rivalry” is explored through humor, solidarity, and shared experiences, reflecting the unique spirit of the Kefalonian people.
✏️ Organised by: Municipality of Argostoli, P.I.N.–P.E. Kefalonia, PEAIN, Theatre Organization STIGMI
🎟️ Free Entrance
🎬 Cine… Poulata
📍 Poulata, Courtyard of the Local Council Office | 🕘 21:00
Outdoor film screening presented by the Poulata Cultural Association “To Agkalaki”.
✏️ Organised by: Cultural Association of Poulata “To Agkalaki”
Wednesday, August 20
🎭 ARGOSTOLI & LIXOURI / The Story of Two Cities
📍 Argostoli, Municipal Theatre “O Kefalos” | 🕘 21:00
(Second performance — see full description on August 19.)
✏️ Organised by: Municipality of Argostoli, P.I.N.–P.E. Kefalonia, PEAIN, Theatre Organization STIGMI
🎟️ Free Entrance
Friday, August 22
🎭 History of Kefalonian Cheesemakers
📍 Agia Efimia (Lemonokipos) | 🕘 20:30
A historical presentation on the legacy and impact of Kefalonian cheesemakers across the world.
✏️ Organised by the Cultural Association of Agia Efimia “To Fanari”, the Historical Association “To Rifortso”, and supported by the Municipality of Sami.
🎶 Kaiti Garbi & Dionysis Schoinas Live
📍 Argostoli, DAK – Andreas Vergotis | 🕘 21:30
The iconic musical duo, Kaiti Garbi and Dionysis Schoinas, return to Garbi’s homeland with a vibrant summer concert that promises an unforgettable experience.
✏️ Organised by Cantabile Events – PAO Kefalonia. Supported by many local sponsors and venues.
🎉 Meat Pie Festival
📍 Tzannata (Elios-Pronni) | 🕘 20:30
A traditional festival dedicated to the famous local meat pie.
✏️ Organised by the Municipality of Argostoli and the Tzannata Cultural Association.
Saturday, August 23
🎵 Procession of the Icon of the Virgin Mary
📍 Sami | 🕘 20:00
A traditional religious procession through the streets of Sami with musical accompaniment by the Sami Philharmonic Band “Themos Amouris”.
✏️ Organised by the Church of the Assumption of the Virgin in Sami.
🎶 Gen Z the Band – Rock Night
📍 Farsa Beach, Lygia | 🕘 21:00
A youth rock concert by “Gen Z the band” followed by a DJ set.
✏️ Organised by the Municipality of Argostoli and the Farsa Local Community.
✏️ Free admission.
🎉 Kolorizonia After Party
📍 Near Central Square, Lixouri | 🕘 21:30
“Kolorizonia” returns with a street party in Tzon Kennedy alley, powered by the OTRA ROTA team and their friends.
✏️ Organised by PS Anakara, Alobar, and Uncle Mo.
🎭 Rompola Festival (23&24 August)
📍 Fragkata, Omala | 🕘 20:30
A wine and cultural festival celebrating the local Rompopla grape variety since 1978, with food, wine, music, and traditional dances.
✏️ Organised by the Cultural Association “O Mermigas”.
🎉 Cultural Night
📍 Sami | 🕘 21:00
Festive event in Sami with music and community participation.
✏️ Organised by the Sami Cultural Association “Aigialos” and A.O. Sami.
Sunday, August 24
🎭 Mowgli – The Jungle Book (Children’s Theatre)
📍 Argostoli, Outdoor Venue “XENIA” | 🕘 21:00
The tale of Mowgli, the boy raised in the jungle by wolves, is brought to life in a fun and interactive children’s performance.
✏️ Directed by Athanasia Kalogianni.
📽️ Cheesemakers of Kefalonia – Documentary Screening
📍 Argostoli, Napier Garden | 🕘 21:00
A historical documentary on the story and global presence of Kefalonian cheesemakers.
✏️ Directed by Dionysis Fokas.
✏️ Organised by “To Rifortso”, “To Fanari” and the Municipality of Argostoli.
✏️ Free admission.
🎶 Women’s Choir of Leivathos
📍 Kalithea, Leivathos | 🕘 21:00
A choral evening with classic, modern, and contemporary Greek songs performed by the Women’s Choir of Leivathos, directed by Stavroula Polatou.
✏️ Organised by the Municipality of Argostoli.
🎭 “Citizens in Action” – Creative Workshop
📍 Faraklata | 🕘 19:00
An exhibition of amateur artists, featuring painting, sculpture, handmade crafts, and more.
✏️ Organised by the Cultural Association of Faraklata “Panagiotistraki”.
🎬 Children’s Film Screening
📍 Poros Stadium | 🕘 21:00
Outdoor screening of a children’s film.
✏️ Organised by the Cultural Association “O Pronnisos”.
✏️ Free admission.
Sunday, August 24 to Sunday, August 31
🎬 4th International Film Festival “KYMATA 2025“
📍 Argostoli, Thalassomylos | 🕘 Various times throughout the day
The 4th KYMATA International Film Festival takes place from August 24 to August 31, 2025, at the municipal cultural space of Thalassomylos in Argostoli. The main feature of the festival is the International Short Film Competition, which includes two main categories: fiction and documentary.
The festival also hosts film tributes with guests from Greece and abroad, along with a variety of parallel events such as exhibitions, seminars, and masterclasses led by renowned industry professionals.
The closing day features the awards ceremony for the competition and a live concert.
✏️ Free entrance to all events.
Monday, August 25
🎶 Karaviotis Brothers in Concert
📍 Sami, Central Square | 🕘 21:00
The Karaviotis brothers perform songs by Plessas, Mpourmpoulis and others in a special musical evening.
✏️ Organised by the Municipality of Sami and PEDIN.
🎶 Andriki Choir of Lixouri – Serenade
📍 Streets of Lixouri | 🕘 21:00
A musical walk through the streets of Lixouri with guitar and accordion, ending in the central square with local serenades.
✏️ Directed by Angelos Mourelatos and Grigoris Vlachoulis.
Tuesday, August 26
📍 Art Exhibition – Open Studios of Kefalonia
📍 Argostoli, Municipal Theatre “Kefalos” | 🕘 20:00
Opening of the 14th Open Studios of Kefalonia featuring painting, sculpture, jewellery, and photography.
✏️ Open until August 31.
✏️ Hours: 20:00–23:00
✏️ Free admission.
🎶 “Greko Belcanto” – Musical Theater
📍 Argostoli, Outdoor Venue “XENIA” | 🕘 21:00
A musical theatre show based on the writings of Theofrastos Sakellaridis and the operetta “O Vaftistikos”.
✏️ Directed by Michalis Mitrousis.
✏️ Presented by Theofrastos Sakellaridis Institute.
🎶 Mandolinata of Young Kefalonia
📍 Erisos – Fiskardo | 🕘 20:30
A summer concert by the Mandolinata of Young Kefalonia.
✏️ Organised by P.S. “Faros Erisou” with the support of the Municipality of Sami.
Wednesday, August 27
🎭 Karagiozis Puppet Show with Vangelis Stathatos
📍 Divarata Square, Pylaros | 🕘 20:30
A traditional shadow puppet show featuring the beloved character Karagiozis, presented by Vangelis Stathatos.
✏️ Organised by the Municipality of Sami and the Kefalonia & Ithaca Chamber of Commerce.
🎭 Children’s Theatre and Dance: Philosophical Poetry of Kefalonia
📍 Napier Garden, Argostoli | 🕘 20:30
A poetic and dance performance featuring members of the Lyceum of Hellenic Women (Argostoli Branch), who present a choreographed piece inspired by Kefalonian poetry.
✏️ Organised by the Municipality of Argostoli, Newspaper “Ta Fragkata”, and Lyceum of Hellenic Women (Argostoli Branch).
Local Celebration in Poulata
📍 Poulata | 🕘 20:30
A local music and dance celebration in Poulata
✏️ Organised by the Cultural Association of Poulata.
Thursday, August 28
🎶 Local Celebration in Karavomylos
📍 Karavomylos | 🕘 21:00
A local music and dance celebration in the village square.
✏️ Organised by A.O. Sami.
🎉 Festival in Ratzakli with Live Music
📍 Ratzakli, Eleios-Pronnoi | 🕘 21:30
Traditional celebration of Ai Giannis in the village square with live music.
✏️ Organised by the Municipality of Argostoli and the Cultural Association “Ratzakli”.
Friday, August 29
🎶 Local Festivities in Zervata
📍 Zervata | 🕘 21:00
An evening of local music and community gathering.
✏️ Organised by the Cultural Association of Zervata “Agios Ioannis”.
Saturday, August 30
📽️ Documentary Screening: “Gragkata – From Yesterday to Today”
📍 Napier Garden, Argostoli | 🕘 21:00
A historical tribute to the village of Omala region, its reconstruction after the 1953 earthquake, and its cultural identity today. Includes stories from residents and local traditions.
✏️ Organised by the Cultural & Folklore Association “To Rifortso” and the Artistic-Dance Association “O Mermigkas”.
🎟️ Free entrance
🎉 Wine & Grape Harvest Festival in Troianata
📍 Agia Paraskevi, Troianata | 🕘 20:30
A festive evening with traditional grape harvesting and must production (“San mpeno sto ampeli”), including songs and dances by students from the Lyceum of Hellenic Women.
✏️ Organised by the Cultural Association of Troianata.
🎭 Philosophical Poetry of Kefalonia
📍 Vlachata Square, Leivathos | 🕘 20:30
A poetic performance presented by the Cultural Association “O Ainos” and the Cultural Association of Vlachata.
✏️ Organised by the Municipality of Argostoli.
🎟️ Free entrance
🎭 “With Theotokos We Grow” – A Hymn and Tradition Event
📍 Agia Irini, Sami | 🕘 20:00
An evening of hymns, legends, and stories about the Virgin Mary, narrated by Eirini Karagianni.
✏️ Organised by the Holy Metropolis of Kefalonia with the support of the Municipality of Sami.
Sunday, August 31
🎭 Street Performance in Argostoli
📍 Valianou Square, Argostoli | 🕘 21:00
A music and dance parade from Kampana Square to Valianou, featuring groups from Eastern Thrace and the Balkans.
✏️ Organised by P.S. “Fokata”, with support from Kefalonitis, the Municipality of Argostoli, and P.S. “Fokata”.
🎭 Philosophical Poetry of Kefalonia
📍 Frangata, Omala (in front of the P.S. “Merimnkas”) | 🕘 20:30
A poetic performance with participation from the Cultural Association of Frangata and “O Merimnkas”.
✏️ Organised by the newspaper “Ta Frangata Kefalonias” and Cultural Association “O Merimnkas”.
Monday, September 1
🖼️ Exhibition by Alexandra Dimatou Kalavria – Book Presentation by Evdoxia Kalieri
📍 “O Kefalos” Theater, Argostoli | 🕘 Opening hours: 20:00–23:00
✏️ Runs until Thursday, September 4.
🎟️ Free entrance
Friday, September 5
📚 Presentation on Traditional Dances of Kefalonia
📍 Lixouri Museum | 🕘 20:30
Professor Dimitris Mandzouratos presents the results of his research on the traditional dances of Kefalonia. The evening includes a lecture and live dance performances.
✏️ Organised by the Iakovatios Library.
September 6
🖼️ Exhibition: “Epitheorisi Technis” (Art Review)
📍 Municipal Theatre “O Kefalos”, Argostoli | 🕘 19:30
Presentation and exhibition of the art periodical “Epitheorisi Technis” (1954–1967), led by Dr. of Philosophy and the School Council of Philologists K. Athanasatos.
✏️ Organised by the Municipality of Argostoli
✏️ Free entrance
September 7
✝️ Feast of the Dormition of the Virgin Mary
📍 Kornelo, Poros, Eleios-Pronnoi | 🕘 20:00
Religious celebration with traditional food and music.
✏️ Supported by the Municipality of Argostoli
✝️ Feast of the Dormition of the Virgin Mary
📍 Atros, Poros, Eleios-Pronnoi | 🕘 20:00
Religious celebration with community gathering.
✏️ Supported by the Municipality of Argostoli
🎶 Traditional Festival
📍 Diakata | 🕘 after evening liturgy
Festival with live music and food following the evening service.
✏️ Community organised
September 8
🎨 Painting Exhibition by Panos Georgopoulos
📍 Municipal Theatre “O Kefalos”, Argostoli | 🕘 20:00–23:00
Solo painting and engraving exhibition. Runs until September 13.
✏️ Co-organised by the Municipality of Argostoli
✏️ Free entrance
🎉 Cultural Evening
📍 Makriotika | 🕘 21:00
Traditional celebration with local entertainment.
✏️ Organised by A.P.S. Pyliariakos
September 14
🏃 33rd “Tilemaxeios” Road Race
📍 Skala – Poros | 🕘 12:00
12km road race with finish at the central square of Poros.
✏️ Co-organised by P.I.N., Municipality of Argostoli, AO Pronnoi, Communities of Skala and Poros
September 14–17
🔬 14th International Conference on Instrumental Chemical Analysis (IMA 2025)
📍 Municipal Theatre “O Kefalos”, Argostoli
Conference on modern trends in analytical chemistry.
✏️ Organised by NTUA, University of Patras, and the Municipality of Argostoli
September 20
🎤 Tribute to Poet & Translator Rigas Kappatos
📍 Lixouri Museum | 🕘 20:00
Honorary event with presentation of his work, personal items, and book collection.
✏️ Organised by Iakovatios Library
September 21
📚 Literary Night & Book Presentation
📍 Svoronata, Leivatho | 🕘 not specified
Presentation of the book on the history of the Cultural Association of Svoronata.
✏️ Supported by the Municipality of Argostoli
September 22
🎨 Painting Exhibition by Kosmas Kroussos
📍 Municipal Theatre “O Kefalos”, Argostoli | 🕘 20:00–23:00
Solo exhibition. Runs until September 28.
✏️ Co-organised by the Municipality of Argostoli
✏️ Free entrance
September 24
✝️ Feast of Panagia Drapaniotissa
📍 Drapano Bridge & St. Spyridon Church, Argostoli | 🕘 evening
Religious procession of the icon of the Virgin across the bridge with ceremonial music.
✏️ Traditional celebration of the patron saint of Argostoli
September 26–27
🎶 41st Choir Festival of Kefalonia
📍 Municipal Theatre “O Kefalos”, Argostoli
Two-day event featuring choirs from Greece and Cyprus.
✏️ Organised by Argostoli Choir & Mandolinata
✏️ Free entrance