By Despina Karpathiou
Fans of Greek music and culture, unite! If you’re visiting Greece this summer, chances are you’ve already booked your flights, found the perfect place to stay, and started daydreaming about sun, sea, and souvlakia (lots of them).
There’s nothing like a Greek summer however, it can get even better! I’ll tell you how.
Imagine a trip to Greece without live music echoing through the warm Mediterranean air? See, you can’t!
Wherever you are in the country, The Greek Herald has the inside scoop on must-see performances to catch during your summer escape. Here’s who to look out for:
Nikos Oikonomopoulos
A beloved Greek singer who gained national recognition after winning Dream Show – The Music 2 in 2006. He’s on tour across Greece this summer:
- June 29 – Patra (Kostas Davourlis Panachaiki Stadium)
- July 3 – Larissa (AEL FC Arena)
- July 19 – Rhodes (Club Amphitheatre)
- July 30 – Heraklion (Pankrition Stadium)
More dates to be announced! Tickets start from €29.
Konstantinos Argyros
One of Greece’s most successful modern artists, Argyros fuses pop with traditional laïko styles. Catch him on tour:
- July 14 – Gipedo Mesiniakou, Kalamata
- July 21 – Δημοτικό Στάδιο Κοζάνης, Kozani
- July 25 – Ammos Beach Bar, Larnaca, Cyprus
- July 29 – Δημοτικό Στάδιο Σκιάθου, Skiathos
Tickets start at €20.
Natasa Theodoridou
A national icon, Theodoridou is known for her mezzo-soprano voice and emotional delivery.
Tour dates include:
- July 6 – Alcazar Municipal Garden Theatre, Larissa
- July 9 – Earth Theatre, Thessaloniki
- July 23 – Pattichion Municipal Amphitheatre, Larnaca, Cyprus
- July 28 – Γήπεδο Πιερικού – Α’ Δ.Α.Κ. Κατερίνης, Katerini
Tickets start at €40. More dates to be announced!
Anna Vissi
Known for her powerhouse vocals and theatrical stage presence, Vissi is one of Greece’s most iconic performers.
- July 5 – AEK Arena, Larnaca, Cyprus
- September 13 & 14 – Panathenaic Stadium (Kallimarmaro), Athens
Tickets start at €39.
Eleni Foureira
Eurovision royalty! Foureira wowed Europe with “Fuego” in 2018, giving Cyprus its best result ever.
- July 2 – Katrakio Theater, Athens
Tickets start at €30 – and are nearly sold out!
Antonis Remos
A titan in the Greek music scene, Remos is loved for his soulful voice and moving performances.
- September 10 – Pattichion Municipal Amphitheatre, Larnaca, Cyprus
Tickets are limited and start at €205.
Despina Vandi
With a voice and discography that have defined Greek pop, Vandi continues to fill stadiums. Her 2000 hit “Ipofero” remains Greece’s best-selling single of all time. Catch her at:
- July 8 – Larissa
- July 23 – Lixouri
- July 30 – Argos
- August 6 – Kalamata
- August 8 – Halkidiki
- August 27 – Thessaloniki
- September 20 – Athens
Tickets from €20.
Pyx Lax
One of Greece’s most legendary and beloved rock bands. Their music fuses rock with Greek folk and poetic lyrics.
- July 4 – Eordea
- July 5 – Kranidi
- July 11 – Heraklion
- July 14 – Mytilini
- July 18 – Kos
- July 25 – Kavala
More dates across Greece. Tickets available online.
Giorgos Sabanis
A pop-rock star with a golden touch. His journey from athlete to award-winning artist is inspiring—and his live performances are electric.
- July 16 – Tripoli
- July 21 – Heraklion
- July 23 – Chania
- September 17 – Nikaia
Tickets start from €29.
Michalis Hatzigiannis
One of the biggest names in Greek pop and rock. His emotionally charged voice and enduring hits have captivated fans across generations.
- July 25 – Central Macedonia
- July 28 – Kavala
- July 29 – Alexandroupoli
- July 31 – Heraklion
More locations TBA. Join the waiting list for tickets.
Dimitris Basis
Known for fusing Byzantine tradition with modern laïko, Basis has won hearts with his powerful voice and cultural depth. First started singing in churches in Greece as a Byzantine Chanter.
- August 4 – Corfu (Tribute to Stelios Kazantzidis)
Tickets available online.
Music festivals to know about (If you’re into large crowds)
- Release Athens Festival – June 27 to July 23 at Water Square, Athens (Tickets here)
- EJEKT Festival Athens – July 6 (Tickets here)
- Rockwave Festival – June 27 to September 8 (Tickets here)
- Free Earth Festival – August 25–31 in Halkidiki (Tickets here)
Plus, check out the Greek Agora of Performance, running from July 22 to 27 — a highlight for arts and culture lovers! (Tickets here)
Well, there you have it! Whether you’re on an island, in a city square, or perched high up in an ancient amphitheatre, the Greek summer promises music that moves the soul and releases emotions. Don’t forget your dancing shoes—and maybe a few tissues, too.
🎟️ Opa and see you there!
