Lefkada Events


Lefkada Events

he traditional Lefkadian customs are preserved intact until nowadays. There are many cultural and religious events that take place every year, in different areas, attracting not only the locals, but also many tourists.

Every year during the months of June and July, the beach of Vassiliki hosts the International Festival of Water Sports which attracts athletes and sports aficionados from all over the world. For more information, please visit www.vassiliki-watersports-festival.com

February: Lefkadian Carnival with parades and accompanying events
May 21: Celebration of   the Ionian Islands’ unification with Greece with various cultural events
July 20: The “Valaoriteia” in Nydri, hosting a  number cultural events
August 7: The Lentil celebration in the village of Eglouvi and the church of Agios Donatos
August 11: The reenactment of the Lefkadian wedding in the village of Karya
August: Speech and Art Festival (since 1955), in the city of Lefkada with cultural and artistic events
August: Folk Festival (since 1962) with traditional dance and music themes from all over the world
December 12: The celebration of the Philharmonic Association
December 27: The annual Orpheus concert


 


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