Greece Events - January 2026
Complete guide to events in Greece for January 2026. Found 8 events with detailed information, tickets, and booking details.
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ποΈ Cultural Events
Carnival Season (Apokreo)
π Thursday, January 15, 2026
Three-week carnival season with feasting and dancing, famous in Patras. Peaks on last Sunday before Lent (February 22).
π Location: Greece (nationwide, especially Patras)
π·οΈ Categories: Cultural, Carnival, Traditional, Celebration
Carnival Season (Apokreo)
π Thursday, January 15, 2026
Three-week carnival season with feasting and dancing, famous
π Location: Greece (nationwide, especially Patras)
π·οΈ Categories: Cultural, Carnival, Traditional, Celebration
π Holiday Events
New Year's Day
π Thursday, January 01, 2026
National holiday marking the start of 2026. Traditional customs include Saint Basil cake (Vasilopita) and gift exchanges.
π Location: Greece (nationwide)
π·οΈ Categories: Holiday, New Year, National
New Year's Day
π Thursday, January 01, 2026
National holiday marking the start of 2026. Traditional custom
π Location: Greece (nationwide)
π·οΈ Categories: Holiday, New Year, National
New Year's Day (Greece National Holiday)
π Thursday, January 01, 2026
National holiday celebrating the start of 2026. Traditional customs include Saint Basil cake (Vasilopita) and gift exchanges. Museums and businesses closed.\n\nCave Access: Normal hours (check current schedule)\nTransportation: KTEL limited service\nBest for Cave Visitors: Quiet day for peaceful cave experience
π Location: Greece (nationwide)
π·οΈ Categories: Holiday, New Year, National
π More Information: Official Website
π Religious Events
Epiphany (Theofania)
π Tuesday, January 06, 2026
Orthodox celebration of Jesus's baptism. Water blessing ceremonies, cross diving competitions in harbors and lakes. National holiday.
π Location: Greece (nationwide)
π·οΈ Categories: Religious, Orthodox, Holiday, Water Blessing
Epiphany (Theofania)
π Tuesday, January 06, 2026
Orthodox celebration of Jesus's baptism. Water blessing ceremo
π Location: Greece (nationwide)
π·οΈ Categories: Religious, Orthodox, Holiday, Water Blessing
Epiphany (Theofania) - Water Blessing Ceremonies
π Tuesday, January 06, 2026
Orthodox celebration of Jesus's baptism with water blessing ceremonies and cross diving competitions in harbors and lakes throughout Greece. National holiday.\n\nCave Viewing Opportunity: Witness water blessing ceremonies at Sami harbor (5 min from cave)\nTransportation: KTEL bus Argostoli-Cave β¬3.50, 45 min\nLocal Event: Sami harbor water blessing ceremony at 12:00
π Location: Greece (nationwide), Sami harbor near Melissani Cave
π·οΈ Categories: Religious, Orthodox, Holiday, Water Blessing
π More Information: Official Website