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Athens Development and Destination Management Agency Changes Legal Form

The Athens Development and Destination Management Agency (ADDMA) of the City of Athens is changing its legal form to become a Local Government Development Organization.

Athens’ Panathenaic Stadium to Welcome Paris 2024 Olympic Flame on April 26

The Paris 2024 Olympic flame will arrive at the Panathenaic Stadium in Athens, Greece, on April 26, after beginning its journey from Olympia.

‘The Stones Speak’ 4th Edition Concludes at Plato’s Academy

The fourth edition of ‘The Stones Speak’ program concludes at Plato’s Academy, celebrating ancient Greek philosophy’s enduring legacy.

Athens Hotels Participating in Biowaste Program to Get Special Label

The Municipality of Athens will be awarding hotels with a special label for participating in the city’s biowaste collection program.

Animal Clinic Opens in Athens, Offers Free Medical Care for Pets and Strays

The first municipal veterinary clinic in Athens opened its doors, offering free medical care for stray animals and pets.

Ancient Agora of Athens to Host ‘Stones Speak’ Cultural Event

The Ancient Agora in Athens will host the “Stones Speak” cultural program that includes performances of popular ancient Greek texts.

Hadrian’s Library in Athens to Host ‘The Stones Speak’ Performance

The archaeological site of Hadrian’s Library in the center of Athens will host a set of free performances as part of the 4th ‘The Stones Speak’ cultural program.

Cultural Events: Athens’ Stones to ‘Speak’ Again in Summer 2023

“The Stones Speak” cultural program returns to Athens’ archaeological sites and museums, enriching tourism with ancient Greek literature through theatrical performances.

Three Iconic Squares in Athens Changing to Welcome New Metro Line

The Municipality of Athens will be launching an open competitions for the revamp of three central squares ahead new metro operations.

Athens Recognized for Drug Overdose Prevention at Partnership for Healthy Cities Summit

Athens was among the five cities globally recognized for public health achievements at the Partnership for Healthy Cities Summit in London.

Athens: Where to Donate to Help Earthquake Victims in Turkey and Syria

The Municipality of Athens will be collecting donations of essential supplies to help the earthquake victims in Turkey and Syria.

Athens Hosts Outdoor Exhibitions in Memory of the Holocaust Victims

A double outdoor photo exhibition, held in memory of the victims of the Holocaust, is being held in Athens.

Athens Municipality Services Become 100% Digital

The Municipality of Athens has announced that all of its services for citizens and businesses in the Greek capital are now 100% digital.

Two New Municipal Dog Parks Open in Athens

The Municipality of Athens has recently opened two dog parks at the Gendarmerie School Park near Mesogeion Avenue and on the Lambrakis Hill in Neos Kosmos.

Athens New Year’s Celebrations Get the Spotlight on CNN

The city of Athens welcomed 2023 with an audiovisual show full of music and fireworks that was broadcast through CNN around the world.

Athens’ Neighborhoods to Transform into Christmas Villages

Ten Athenian neighborhoods will transform into Christmas villages that will host a series of festive events and activities for children and everyone young at heart.

Omonoia Christmas Market Opens in Athens!

From Saturday, December 17, and for the next weeks Omonoia, one of the most famous square's in Athens city center, will be home to a special Christmas market.

Athens Xmas 2022: Concerts, Parties and Church Sessions in City Center

The Municipality of Athens has organized many Christmas concerts and parties for all musical tastes, aiming to entertain residents and visitors of the city center.

Athens’ Tourism Campaign Takes Over NYC’s Times Square and London’s Underground

New Yorkers and Londoners recently got a sample of what Athens has to offer tourists through a campaign titled “You Belong in Athens”.

Athens – NYC Mayors Agree to Work Together Under Sister City Deal

Athens Mayor Kostas Bakoyannis and NYC Mayor Eric Adams have signed a sister city agreement, which paves the way for joint initiatives in several fields including tourism.