Events in Corfu

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

February

The Carnival of Corfu (late February) – This spectacular Corfu festival opens to the sound of drummers and trumpets as the famous procession gets underway with impressive floats and masked strollers.

July

Corfu Festival of Arts (early July) - A Corfu festival aiming to promote the Ionian Islands and Corfu through a diverse range of cultural events including classical and orchestral music.  (www.corfufestivalofarts.com)
Seminar on Ancient Greek Music (early July) - The International Summer Academy of Corfu’s Ionian University hosts this annual music festival in Corfu.

March

Corfu Animation Festival – A fun four day Corfu festival bringing the world of animation together with a creative and educational approach. (www.betherefest.gr)

August

The Varkarola (closest Saturday to August 11th) – An important event in Corfu held in the village of Paleokastritsa that commemorates the ‘miracle of Saint Spyriodon’. To honour this day, boat parades, fireworks and dancing accompanied by live traditional music take place.
The August Cultural Events – Throughout August sees Ano Korakiana village stage cultural events and exhibitions for this annual event in Corfu.
The Festival of Garouna and Ano Gerakiana (first weekend after 15th August) – The villages of Garouna and Ano Gerakiana host a three day festival incorporating an array of cultural events.

April

Easter in Corfu (early April) - This annual religious Corfu festival is one of the most important events in the Orthodox calendar as Holy Week is celebrated with music and traditional activities.
Easter Pot Smashing – This annual Corfu event sees the locals celebrate Easter Saturday by throwing pots out of the window.

September

The Arillas Wine Festival (Friday and Saturday of every second weekend of September) – This established annual wine festival in Corfu takes place in Arillas, where live music plays while the barbeque sizzles as the villagers make their wine in the old fashioned way. (http://www.arillas.com/wine-festival)
Chamber Music Festival – A unique classical music festival in Corfu, staged at the Venetian Opera House in the core of the city featuring internationally acclaimed performers. (www.chambermusicholidays.com)
The Festival of Corfu – A fantastic Corfu festival showcasing a range of performances ranging from orchestral pieces, concerts, choirs and more. (www.corfufestival.gr)

May

The Anniversary of the Union (21st May) – A festival in Corfu celebrating the unification of the new Greek state with Corfu featuring feasts and dancing.
The Sound and Light Show (every evening May - September) – A popular cultural event in Corfu founded on lights and sounds that takes place during the summer.
The Cricket Festival (May, June, September and October) – This Corfu cricket festival is staged at Esplanade Square and draws cricketers from all countries. (http://festival.cricket.gr)

October

Russian Week – Russian and Greek soldiers are commemorated at this annual festival in Corfu.