The Meet Market, the vibrant platform for meeting the creative Athens of today, welcomes the autumn season this October 16 & 17 at Technopolis City of Athens!  Well-crafted clothes and accessories with the signature of new fashion designers, useful and decorative art objects with a twist, uniquely handmade jewelry with perfect imperfections, traditional Greek food products from small producers and eco living goods.. and a whole lot more… will fill the “Central Courtyard, the “Machine-works Courtyard and the Machine-works building of our favorite venue Technopolis.

Expect to find more than 90 Greek brands of independent small-scale businesses, of which 25 will join for the first time. All of them will be presenting their fresh ideas in a market that is constantly evolving in a mission to discover creative stories, products, personalities, and support the scene of living local.

Our usual suspects aka our DJs will take care of the weeknd’s soundscaping with non stop dj sets, along side plenty of free fun & educational activities for kids, street food delicacies and cocktails. And make sure you pass by the Meet Market Central Cashier/Info where you can take part in our grand-prize raffle consisting of two huge baskets filled with Meet Market goodies from each participating vendor, for 2 lucky winners to take home.
So head on over to The Meet Market this October 16 & 17 to meet, mingle, shop, stroll, eat, drink and come together again under the iconic red chimneys of Technopolis, Gazi!

The best musical tribute of the legendary Beatles is coming to Athens!

Back Beat Beatles is perhaps the best Beatles show ever presented, with world known stars such as Take That, Robbie Williams, Shirley Bassey and the Liverpool Symphony Orchestra having starred in this fascinating tribute..

The show follows the famous band through all phases of its career and pays tribute to their greatest hits, such as Yesterday, Let It Be, Love Me Do, Help and many more.

The performance begins in 1959 Liverpool, the city the legendary Beatles were formed, featuring voices of amazing resemblance to that of the original band, along with unique 1960's costumers that will take you back to that day and era! 

Get ready for a thrilling experience filled with the songs you love! 

The Athens English Comedy Club is back!

Is the Athens comedy scene “all Greek” to you? Are you on the lookout for English language events which do not require you to read surtitles? Do you want to try your hand at stand up in English? We are here for YOU!
 

Founded in 2019, the Athens English Comedy Club is the first, and only, purely English comedy club in Greece, presenting local and international comedians, right in the heart of Athens. 

1 super clean microphone, 10 comedians, 5' each!

MC: Dimitris Dimopoulos

It'll be a mix of everything! Experienced comedians trying out new material, new comedians trying out new material, experienced comedians sharpening old material, new comedians sharpening old material - but how, they're new! Who knows, it'll be fun!

Keen to get involved and join us on stage? Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to stay up-to-date with open mic registrations!

Come and laugh! Nay! Come and chortle. Or better yet, guffaw!

We also offer 3 free tickets per show to persons with disabilities or unemployed persons (phone reservation required, and the relevant card/proof will be checked at the box office).

The theatre is wheelchair accessible.

Upon entry you will need to provide a vaccination certificate OR negative rapid test from within 48 hours prior to the show, OR a valid proof of recovery/antigen test.

The Acropolis Museum welcomes visitors during the winter period (1 November 2021 – 31 March 2022) with a reduced admission fee (5 euro) and two new gallery talks.

Experience a different Saturday morning! Visit the Acropolis Museum and discover with the archaeologists the hidden stories of 20+1 masterpieces, which themselves chose for you. Myths and fables, folklores and traditions, historical milestones and human stories transform into art and weave a vivid experience during an outstanding walk in the Museum’s galleries.

Day: Every Saturday

English: 10:30 a.m.

Greek: 12:30 p.m.

Duration: 90 minutes

Participation: For registration, please refer to the Information Desk at the Museum

entrance on the same day. First-in first-served. Limited to 30 visitors per session.

Health protection measures: It is necessary to wear a mask (not provided by the

Museum) and to use the whisper guide system headsets (provided by the Museum).

Cost: A general admission fee (5€) to the Museum is required.

Strange creatures at the Acropolis Museum
What is truly the Hippalektryon? A rooster or a horse? A real mystery! And what about Centaur, Typhon, Triton and so many others? Visit the Museum with your children (up to 12 years old) and discover them together. Creatures of the earth, the sea and the air, creations of the imagination of ancient people that invite us in a game of exploration, observation and knowledge. Children will be given materials to take home and create their own strange creatures. If they choose to do so, they can photograph their artworks and upload them on acropolismuseum kids!

Day: Every Sunday

Hours: 10:30 a.m. & 12:30 p.m.

Language: Greek

Duration: 60 minutes

Participation: For registration, please refer to the Information Desk at the Museum

entrance on the same day. First-in first-served. Limited to 30 visitors per session.

Health protection measures: It is necessary to wear a mask (not provided by the

Museum) and to use the whisper guide system headsets (provided by the Museum).

Cost: Participation for children is free. A general admission fee (5€) is required for  parents/escorts.

The cosmopolitan Winter Garden City Lounge is open again to welcome its valued guests in the relaxing and elegant atmosphere of Hotel Grande Bretagne. 

Featuring special events and a refreshed menu curated by the Executive Chef Asterios Koustoudis and his talented team, the Winter Garden graciously invites guests to new experiences in the city’s most ideal gathering space. 

Intimate gatherings with your loved ones over an authentic afternoon tea featuring a new kids version or over the most elegant weekend brunch in town is always a good idea! Spending a relaxing evening listening to classic piano tunes and enjoying the live music nights of opera, jazz and harp inside Winter Garden’s warm embrace is another experience not to be missed.

Traditional Afternoon Tea

The renowned Afternoon Tea of Winter Garden, holding its own part of history in the hotel’s journey through time, welcomes you to a journey of flavors and aromas.  

The Afternoon Tea of Hotel Grande Bretagne, traditionally served, includes a rich variety of accompaniments and tea flavors. Enjoy a selection of tea sandwiches from our bakery with crab, smoked salmon, roast beef and egg salad, freshly baked almond scones with Corinthian raisin,  seasonal jams and clotted cream as well as delectable desserts and cakes prepared by the Hotel Grande Bretagne pâtisserie and the ‘Meilleur Ouvrier de France’ Pastry Chef Arnaud Larher. 

Afternoon Tea for kids

If you are looking for an authentic experience for your children, the Afternoon Tea of Hotel Grande Bretagne is a lovely picture-worthy ritual that will always be cherished.

Introduce your children to the opulent tea experience of the historic hotel and delight their moments with irresistible savories and desserts such as mini sandwiches, cupcakes, marshmallows, macarons and cookies. 

Weekends at Winter Garden 

Hotel Grande Bretagne’s elegant brunch returns and invites you to savor it at the Winter Garden City Lounge. 

From November 6 and every weekend from 11.00 until 14.00, experience moments of relaxation and warm gatherings with your loved ones under the sounds of soft music while enjoying the refreshing menu of sweet and savory delicacies curated by Executive Chef Asterios Koustoudis and his talented team. The familiar taste of the hotel’s warm, handmade butter and chocolate croissants meet the homemade marmalade and the exquisite vanilla cream, which was inspired and created by the pastry team of the historic Hotel Grande Bretagne, and altogether craft the finest harmony once they blend with the indigenous fresh local butter and fir tree honey. One of the highlights of this elegant brunch is the handmade “tsoureki” with mastiha, an exclusive creation of the hotel’s pastry team. A delicacy that will exceptionally accompany the cup of coffee or tea or the glass of fresh juice that our valued -Winter Garden- guest will select.

The savory palette of “Weekends at Winter Garden” is complemented by exquisite appetizer options such as the smoked salmon cannelloni with crab, avocado and green apple and the ‘Jamon Serrano’ salad with forest mushrooms, foie gras and dry sour cherries. The menu finds its best expression when it comes to the perfect serving of organic farm-fresh egg dishes such as: soft-boiled eggs with potato cream, smoked eel and caviar, eggs benedict with lobster, asparagus and hollandaise sauce or the Chef’s dish of the day.

For the sweetest epilogue, the opulent selection of desserts is the one that will perfectly seal your very own “Weekends at Winter Garden” experience.

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Music nights at Winter Garden 

The iconic Winter Garden City Lounge of Hotel Grande Bretagne invites you to the finest music nights with live tunes of jazz, opera and harp. 

Jazzy Wednesdays 

Every Wednesday enjoy live Jazz performances within the warm and inviting ambiance of the Winter Garden and immerse yourself in a timeless atmosphere of vivacious jazz tunes.

Experience captivating performances by a trio combination consisting of piano, double bass and saxophone and let the fusions of various local and international styles of jazz create the perfect musical backdrop for your evening.

Genuinely originated by New Orleans, United States, it now journeys all the way through continents and centuries and allows us to journey ourselves while enjoying the warm embrace of the Winter Garden.

Every Wednesday as of November 10, 2021 | 19.30 – 22.30.

Opera Nights at Winter Garden 

The elegant ambience of the Winter Garden City Lounge embraces the fine sounds of Opera and welcomes some of its most renowned repertoires. 

Gracefully aligned with the fine essence of the historic Hotel Grande Bretagne and the enchanting environment of the hotel’s city lounge, the “Opera Nights at the Winter Garden” debut with a duet of a soprano and a tenor.

Renowned arias and sophisticated sounds surround the stylish and opulent setting of the Winter Garden and set the background of this unique experience.

Every Thursday as of November 11, 2021 | 19.30 – 22.30.

Harp Tunes at Winter Garden 

Indulge in a music journey through the centuries. Captivating melodies will unveil the beauty and romance and take you to mythical times through the airy, crystalline, almost divine sounds of the harp accompanied by piano.

Enjoy an exceptional musical experience in the warm atmosphere of Winter Garden.

Every Friday as of November 12, 2021 | 19.30 – 22.30.

Prior to the lockdown, travel had become so affordable and easy that distances seemed to have disappeared. The pandemic dramatically changed the way we travel, making it almost prohibitive. At this point in time, as people begin to travel again, albeit with restrictions, FokiaNou Art Space has invited artists to contemplate anew the whole idea of travel. In various media including painting, drawing, sculpture, printmaking, photography, collage and video, 23 artists  have ruminated on travel and how it has been affected by the pandemic, the internet, Google Earth, climate change, and nostalgia.

Participating artists: Clemence B.T.D. Barret, John Bicknell, Clancy Cavnar, Mary Cox, Sarah Anne Cox, Susan Daboll, Jane Grover, Chris Hawtin, Werner Hermann, Maria Karachristou, Nina Kotamanidou, Kathryn Laing and Iliana Theodoropoulou, Loula Leventi, Dimitra Maltabe, Lea Petrou, Eleftheria Rapanaki, Stella Sevastopoulos, Maaike Stutterheim, Angel Torticollis, Georgia Touliatou, Alina Tsompanelli, Kiveli Zachariou. Curated by Mary Cox and Panagiotis Voulgaris.

FokiaNou Art Space is an artist-run project space in the intimacy of a small apartment in an old building in the center of Athens. The space encourages collaborative creative efforts between Greek and foreign artists, thereby promoting and supporting the local art community. The space hosts exhibitions, workshops and projects under the direction of two artists, Mary Cox and Panagiotis Voulgaris. 

Opening:  Saturday 20 November, 18.00
Duration:   20 November - 18 December 2021
Hours:  Thursday – Saturday 17.00-20.00

Just a stone’s throw away from the historic city center with stunning views of the Acropolis, Hard Rock Cafe Athens is a must-see for both visitors and locals alike. From a lazy Sunday brunch to a romantic dinner, Hard Rock Cafe is always a great option!

We are excited to announce that all XpatAthens readers are entitled to an exclusive 20% OFF discount on HRC Athens’ menu, excluding drinks. Scroll down to download your own PDF VIP Card and be sure to present it to HRC's staff. HRC will also be happy to provide you with a paper copy upon your request.

So grab your family or friends and get ready to enjoy mouthwatering, fresh, high-quality food, which includes a selection of starters and salads, as well as delicious Legendary burgers, steaks, and many more!

Upon visiting, make sure not to miss Hard Rock's iconic collection of memorabilia which adorns the walls of Hard Rock Café Athens!

Important Notes About This Promotion:

1. The offer is available from Monday to Sunday until the 30th of December 2022.
2. The offer excludes limited edition items like alcohol, charity and other itmes for sale.
3. The offer cannot be combined with any other discount or promotional offer or seasonal menus like Thanksgiving, Christmas, Mother’s Day, etc.

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Download your PDF copy of the HRC Athens VIP Card here

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Just a stone’s throw away from the historic city center with stunning views of the Acropolis, Hard Rock Cafe Athens is a must-see for both visitors and locals alike. From a lazy Sunday brunch to a romantic dinner, Hard Rock Cafe is always a great option!

We are excited to announce that all XpatAthens readers are entitled to an exclusive 20% OFF discount on HRC Athens’ menu, excluding drinks. Scroll down to download your own PDF VIP Card and be sure to present it to HRC's staff. HRC will also be happy to provide you with a paper copy upon your request.

So grab your family or friends and get ready to enjoy mouthwatering, fresh, high-quality food, which includes a selection of starters and salads, as well as delicious Legendary burgers, steaks, and many more!

Upon visiting, make sure not to miss Hard Rock's iconic collection of memorabilia which adorns the walls of Hard Rock Café Athens!

Important Notes About This Promotion:

1. The offer is available from Monday to Sunday until the 30th of December 2022.
2. The offer excludes limited edition items like alcohol, charity and other itmes for sale.
3. The offer cannot be combined with any other discount or promotional offer or seasonal menus like Thanksgiving, Christmas, Mother’s Day, etc.

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Download your PDF copy of the HRC Athens VIP Card here

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Hard Rock Cafe® Athens is ringing in the season of giving by inviting guests to come together over its limited-time Thanksgiving plate available from Thursday, November 25 to Sunday, November 28.

From mouthwatering, slow-roasted turkey breast, to traditional home-style sides including classic stuffing and beyond, friends and families will want to give thanks together at Hard Rock Café Athens.

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Important Correction Notice: In our newsletter of November 19th, 2021, we incorrectly advertised a 20% off VIP card discount offered by the Hard Rock Cafe Athens. Although HRC Athens does offer a 20% discount to our readers, this discount is NOT APPLICABLE for special menus like the one outlined here for Thanksgiving.

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The limited-time Thanksgiving menu is available for four days only, so diners are encouraged to feast while they can!  

Delight Tastebuds with these Thanksgiving Classics:

- Slow-roasted Turkey Breast with Traditional Turkey Gravy
- Roasted Fresh Vegetables
- Home-Style Classic Stuffing
- Creamy Sweet Potato Mash
- Cranberry Sauce

Desserts and Drinks to Satisfy a Sweet Tooth:

-  Pumpkin Pie
- Chilled Espresso Martini