EconomyCarRentals.co.uk aim is to guide you through your trip in Larnaca whether it is for business or pleasure. Information gathered by the EconomyCarRentals.co.uk team gives you the freedom and mobility required to drive around in Larnaca with a car hire. So, you have come to the right website for us to reveal all the knowledge and tips for the fascinating festivals, celebrations and fabulous events. Do not miss any event organised by Larnaca while you are preparing your next holiday. Visitors of Larnaca are often in dilemma as to which event is best for them. There is a large number of events taking place in Cyprus throughout the year. EconomyCarRentals.co.uk has grouped only a few of those events for Larnaca as the most popular, however, there are many more for you to discover. While traveling in Larnaca, it is usual for the visitor to be curious and want to discover the not so "famous" events which are notable and popular among the locals.
Learn about the life, traditions and culture of Larnaca while participating in an event or at a festival. All important Information about the traffic rules and News will help you to pre-plan your holiday and to get a car hire in Larnaca.
January
Epiphany (6th January) – This is an important religious event in Larnaca. A procession from the churches to the coastal areas is then followed by the Greek Orthodox priest blessing the sea.
July
Byzantine Days – The Larnaca Municipal Theatre and the Agios Lazaros church host these religious events in Larnaca which feature choir and Byzantine music. Larnaca Summer Festival – An annual festival in Larnaca celebrating music and performing arts, staged at the medieval fort and at the Pattichion Municipal Amphitheatre.
April
Festival of Classical Music – The Larnaca Municipal Theatre hosts this amazing music event in Larnaca. A diverse program of performances ranging from quartets, classical orchestras, brass bands are showcased. Procession of St Lazarus (8 days prior to the Greek Orthodox celebration of Easter) – The Patron Saint- St Lazarus is commemorated at this festival in Larnaca with a procession transporting a statue of the religious figure through the city’s streets. Cyprus Seniors Cup “Tennis” (April - May) – The Cyprus Tennis Federation organises this event in Larnaca, which is one of the tournaments of the European Tennis Tour.
September
Kypria International Festival – A primary cultural event in Larnaca showcased at numerous places throughout Larnaca. Featured are contemporary dance, cinema, concerts and many more live performances.
May
Anthestiria (first Sunday of the month) – This annual festival in Larnaca honours nature and the impending Spring and features parades with locals carrying freshly cut flowers to the coast.
November
Larnaca Amateurs Artistic Creation – The Larnaca Municipal Theatre hosts this annual event in Larnaca, consisting of local amateur groups and performing artists showcasing dancing groups, choirs, orchestras and others.
June
Pentecost - Kataklysmos “Flood festival” (50 days after the Orthodox Easter) – A Larnaca festival lasting six days is held at the beach. This event is associated with ‘water’ and celebrations incorporate firework displays, dance and music, literary work and more.
Scheduled Events can be subject to change. Prior to travelling, we advise you to contact the organisers to check the event will take place.