Events in Thessaloniki

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Do not miss any event organised by Thessaloniki while you are preparing your next holiday. Visitors of Thessaloniki are often in dilemma as to which event is best for them. There is a large number of events taking place in Greece throughout the year. EconomyCarRentals.co.uk has grouped only a few of those events for Thessaloniki as the most popular, however, there are many more for you to discover. While traveling in Thessaloniki, 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 Thessaloniki 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 Thessaloniki.

February

Thessaloniki International Festival of Photography “Photosynkyria” (February – mid April) – Various venues across the city showcase exhibitions of photography at this annual festival in Thessaloniki.

September

Thessaloniki International Fair – Greece’s largest and most important festival in Thessaloniki is this international trade fair which reveals the constructive and technological accomplishments of the country. (www.tif.gr)
DMC DJ Championship – The International Trade Fair stages this annual DJ competition event in Thessaloniki, which also attracts budding DJs as well as established ones.
Dimitria Fair (mid Sep – mid Dec) – A three month long cultural festival in Thessaloniki, celebrating the Patron Saint of the city-Saint Demitrios (St Demitrius) and has a mixed program of cultural events in the fields of music, theatre and others.

May

Thessaloniki Xtreme Sports Festival – This adrelanine event showcases the finest ‘Xtreme’ sports athletes in the fields of roller skating, skateboard, dance, BMX, free running and more, as their spectacular skills are unveiled at this annual festival in Thessaloniki. (www.extremesportsfestival.gr)

November

Thessaloniki Food Festival – Visitors can sample Greek traditional dishes at this annual food festival in Thessaloniki. (http://foodfestival.thessaloniki.gr)
Thessaloniki International Film Festival – Film producers from around the globe gather at this leading world film festival in Thessaloniki to showcase their screenings. (www.filmfestival.gr)

June

Book Festival – This annual literary meeting is a premier cultural festival in Thessaloniki, drawing both foreign and Greek authors. A must for all book lovers! (www.thessalonikibookfair.com)
Cheap Art Exhibition (end of June – beginning of July) – This premier annual art event in Thessaloniki allows visitors to purchase items of art from the exhibition at reasonable prices. (www.cheapart.gr)
Open Theatre Festival (June to September) – This Thessaloniki festival sees various venues stage cultural events. A presentation of Greek drama, European and Modern theatre along with other styles are played out for the audiences to enjoy.

December

International Chamber Music Competition – A renowned chamber festival in Thessaloniki featuring only the finest classical music performers.
THHF – One of the largest hip-hop gatherings in Greece unfolds annually at this festival in Thessaloniki.

July

The 2310 Festival – Kaftanzoglio Stadium hosts this huge music festival in Thessaloniki. Not to be missed by music fans!