Skiathos Festivals & Cultural Events

The fairs and celebrations that take place in Skiathos keep age-old customs and traditions alive, affording a unique glimpse into the island’s authentic cultural heritage. The festivities are invariably accompanied by local delicacies, traditional music and dancing, as well as abundant wine for locals and visitors alike.

Religious feasts & festivals

• March 25th
On March 25th, there is a feast in the Monastery of Panagia Evangelistria, in the center of the island.

• Feast of Saint George
On April 23rd (or on Monday after Easter if April 23rd falls during the Holy Week), the island honors the feast day of Agios Georgios with large celebrations. Ηorse races are organized near the lake that lies by the Chapel of Saint George, followed by an open panigiri where the locals enjoy delicious dishes and dance the traditional dance of Kamara.

• July 25th
On July 25th, there is a large celebration with dancing, food, and drinks on the occasion of the feast of Agia Paraskevi. The panigiri starts after the evening litany of the icon around the streets of Skiathos Town.

•​​​​​​​ August 15th
On the 15th of August, various large feasts are held in honor of the Dormition of the Virgin Mary. Of particular interest are the religious customs observed in the Monastery of Panagia Evangelistria, with the Epitaphios of the Virgin Mary.

Cultural events

• Skiathos Traditional Dance Festival
Every year, the Women’s Association of Skiathos organizes a big traditional dance festival, which takes place in the summer. Participants wear traditional costumes and perform a wide variety of traditional Greek dances.

•​​​​​​​ Katsonia Festival
The Katsonia Festival takes place on September 7th in commemoration of the Greek submarine "Lambros Katsonis," which was sunk off the coast of Skiathos in September 1943, during the Second World War. On that day, the locals throw flowers into the sea.

• Bourtzi Cultural Events
In the summer, various cultural events take place in Bourtzi, the old fortress located between the old and the new port of Skiathos. The schedule includes theatrical performances, art exhibitions, concerts, film screenings, and even Greek shadow theater (Karagiozis) performances.