January 2013
SAT, 22 DEC - TUE, 1 JAN
CHRISTMAS CELEBRATIONS
Festivities take place all over Cyprus. Events and displays, Christmas carols and celebrations in all towns.
SUN, 6 JAN
EPIPHANY DAY
Following a special Mass at the Cathedral of each town, a religious procession takes place down to the sea, at around 10:30 hrs, leading to a ceremonial baptism of the Holy Cross into the sea. During the ceremony, the Bishop throws the Holy Cross into the sea and young men dive into the water to retrieve the cross and return it to the Bishop. Further information on each town is provided below.
BIRD WATCHING IN CYPRUS
Birdlife Cyprus arranges bird watching trips regularly. Organised by Birdlife Cyprus. For further information please contact 22455072, 99059541.
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EVENTS IN LEFKOSIA (NICOSIA)
FRI, 16 NOV - SUN, 6 JAN
CHRISTMAS CELEBRATIONS
Christmas celebrations organised by the NicosiaMunicipality.
Venue: “Constanza” Moat
For further information please contact 22797004.
WED, 28 NOV - MON, 7 JAN
ART EXHIBITION
“Got new drawings?”
A contemporary art group exhibition by 34 artists living and working in Greece, England, France and Cyprus.
Venue: Is Not Gallery
Visiting hours: 10:00-13:00 and 16:00-20:00 (Mon-Fri), 10:00-13:00 (Sat). Closed on Sunday.
Free Entrance
For further information please contact 99569498, 22343670.
TUE, 4 DEC - THU, 28 FEB
EXHIBITION
“Cyprus - Germany: 800 Years of History and Culture”
Organised by the Society of Cypriot Studies and the Embassy of the FederalRepublic of Germany in Cyprus.
Venue:OldArchbishopPalace
Free Entrance
For further information please contact 22432578.
WED, 5 DEC - FRI, 18 JAN
EXHIBITION
“The work of art as a functional object”
A group exhibition by artists pushing the boundaries of their creativity, inspiration and imagination and creating unique handmade objects with double value: artistic and practical. Participating artists: Savvas Christodoulides, Stavros Antonopoulos, Lia Lapithi, Melita Kuta, Kyriaki Costa, Maria Perentou, Maria Lianou, Marianna Constanti, Melina Nicolaides, Nikola Chop, Constantinos Kalisperas and Demetris Kokkinolampos.
Venue: Centre of Contemporary Art Diatopos
Visiting hours: 17:00-20:00 (Mon), 11:00-13:00 & 17:00-20:00 (Tue-Fri) and 11:00-13:00 (Sat). The Centre of Contemporary Art Diatopos will be closed from 21/12/2012 - 6/1/2013.
Free Entrance
For further information please contact 22766117.
WED, 12 DEC - SAT, 12 JAN
FINE ART EXHIBITION
“12-12-12”
A fine art exhibition by artists Savvas Koureas, Simoni Symeonidou and Petros Stavrou.
Venue: “Elefsis” Cultural Association (Laiki Geitonia)
Visiting hours: 10:00-02:00 (after hours)
Free Entrance
For further information please contact 99870869, 99565526.
WED, 12 DEC - SAT, 12 JAN
ART EXHIBITION
“Enotites”
An art exhibition with works by Greek artist Pavlos Samios.
Venue: Apocalypse Gallery
Visiting hours: 10:30-13:00 and 16:30-20:00 (daily), 10:30-14:00 (Sat). Closed on Sunday.
Free Entrance
For further information please contact 22300150, 22300120.
MON, 17 DEC - SAT, 19 JAN
EXHIBITION
“Art 4 U”
A group painting and installation exhibition by artists Maria Aloneftou, Giorgos Gerontides, Demetra Katsari and Maria Despina Kyriakou.
Venue: Opus 39
Visiting hours: 17:00-20:00 (Mon), 10:30-12:30 & 17:00-20:00 (Tue-Fri) and 10:30-12:30 (Sat)
Free Entrance
For further information please contact 22424983.
THU, 20 DEC - SAT, 26 JAN
EXHIBITION
“Mag Dossier 01”
A celebration of contemporary magazine publishing featuring beautifully printed, exceptionally designed, carefully edited and thoughtfully orchestrated visionary magazines from across the world.
Organised by the Cyprus Visual Artist Association.
Venue: To Phytorio, LefkosiaMunicipalGardens
Visiting hours: 10:00-13:00 and 16:00-19:00 (Tue-Fri), 10:00-13:00 (Sat). Closed on Sunday and Monday.
Free Entrance
For further information please contact 22681088.
FRI, 21 DEC - MON, 21 JAN
ART EXHIBITION
The second solo exhibition by artist Loizos M. Loizou.
Venue: Vladimiros Kafkarides Cultural Centre
Visiting hours: 10:00-13:00 and 18:00-20:30 (daily)
Free Entrance
For further information please contact 99426030, 22312940, 22421609.
WED, 2 JAN
GREEK MUSIC PERFORMANCE
With singer Panos Kiamos.
Venue: Pavilion
Time: 23:00
For further information and reservations please contact 22322222.
WED, 2 JAN
GREEK MUSIC PERFORMANCE
With singer Christos Thiveos and the “My Highway Band”.
Venue: Enallax
Time: 21:00
Entrance:€20
For further information and bookings please contact 22430121.
WED, 2 JAN
MUSIC PERFORMANCE
A tribute to Greek singer Pavlos Sidiropoulos with Giorgos Koutras, Antonis Antoniou, Christopher Kafkalas and Panagiotis Hadjithomas.
Venue: The Cave Bar
Time: 22:00
Entrance:€5
For further information please contact 97760503, 22337322.
SAT, 5 JAN - SUN, 6 JAN
2ND LEFKOSIA LOOPFESTIVAL
A varied range of music performances based on the live looping techniques with artists and bands from Cyprus, Greece and the UK. Participating artists: Mo Kolours (UK), Giorgos Kaloudis (GR), Yiannis Koutis (CY), Acapella solo loop (CY), Sancho 003 (GR), Michalis Siganidis (GR), Plain History (CY) and M.Edo (CY).
Organised by Louvana Records.
Venue: Melina Merkouri Hall
Time: 19:30
Entrance:TBA
For further information and bookings please contact 70007610.
SUN, 6 JAN
EPIPHANY DAY
Following a special Mass at the Saint George Church, a religious procession takes place down to the lake of Athalassa, at around 11:00 hrs, leading to a ceremonial baptism of the Holy Cross into the lake.
SUN, 6 JAN
GREEK MUSIC PERFORMANCE
With singers Natasa Theodoridou and Elena Paparizou.
Venue: Pavilion
Time: TBA
For further information and reservations please contact 22322222.
MON, 7 JAN
GREEK MUSIC PERFORMANCE
With singers Giorgos Tsalikis, Constantinos Galanos and Thelxi.
Venue: Blinkers Live
Time: TBA
For further information and reservations please contact 70002355, 22351550.
SAT, 12 JAN
GREEK MUSIC PERFORMANCE
With singer Yiannis Kotsiras accompanied by Savveria Margiola and five musicians.
Venue: RED Music Stage
Time: 21:30
Entrance: TBA
For further information and bookings please contact 22767711.
WED, 23 JAN
CLASSIC MUSIC CONCERT
“Concerto for Viola: World Premiere”
With soloist Diemut Poppen (viola). Conductor: Gudni A.Emilsson.
Organised by the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra.
Venue: Strovolos Municipal Theatre
Time: 20:30
Entrance:€12, €7 (18-26 years old and pensioners). Free entrance vouchers for students under 18 years old. Tickets available at the theatre’s box office (tel. 22313010).
For further information please contact 22463144, 22313010.
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THU, 24 JAN - SUN, 27 JAN
25TH LI NING WINTER SUN CYPRUS INTERNATIONAL 2013
Organised by the Cyprus Badminton Federation.
Venue: Evangelos Florakis Multisport Centre
For further information please contact 22449868.
SAT, 26 JAN
CHAMBER MUSIC CONCERT
With musicians of the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra Gareth Griffiths & Andreas Yiannakouras (trumpets), Kelly Alijani (french horn), Ross Lyness (trombone) and Andreas Theocharous (tuba). The programme includes works by John Williams, Handel, Gabrielli and many more. Organised by the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra.
Venue: Pallas Theatre
Time: 17:00
Free Entrance
For further information please contact 22463144.
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LEFKOSIA (NICOSIA) WALKS
Get to know the capital by walking
Within the framework of wider efforts to get foreign visitors better acquainted with the old city within the walls, the Lefkosia (Nicosia) Municipality from 1987 established a series of thematic walking tours. These tours have been reorganised to present various new aspects of the old city as well as the city outside the walls. A city like Lefkosia (Nicosia) with its 5000 yearlong history has much to offer. By walking, one gets a better feel for a place and its yearlong atmosphere, then and now, and a better understanding of its continual cultural development. This is the philosophy upon which these walking tours of Lefkosia (Nicosia) are based.
Every Monday
Pallouriotissa and Kaimakli: The Past Restored
Guided bus and walking tour.
Starting point: CTO Information Office in Laiki Geitonia
Time: 10:00
Free participation
Booking in advance is necessary
Every Thursday
Discover the old Nicosia and its walls
Walking tour.
Starting point: CTO Information Office in Laiki Geitonia
Time: 10:00
Free participation
Offered by the Lefkosia (Nicosia) Municipality in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation and the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association.
Organised by the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation.
For further information and bookings (for Monday tour) please contact 22 674264.
HORSE RACES
Organised by the Nicosia Horse Race Club. For further information contact the Nicosia Race Club tel. 22782727.
OPEN AIR FRUIT AND VEGETABLE MARKETS
Every Wednesday and Saturday- “OCHI” Square - (Lefkosia within the walls)
Every Friday - StrovolosMunicipality (Industrial area, traffic lights).
Organised by the NicosiaMunicipality.
EVENTS IN LEMESOS (LIMASSOL)
TUE, 11 DEC - SAT, 5 JAN
ART EXHIBITION
By artist Constantinos Stephanou.
Venue: Gallery Morfi
Visiting hours: 17:00-20:00 (Tue-Fri), 10:00-13:00 (Mon & Sat). Closed on Sunday.
Free Entrance
For further information please contact 25378733.
FRI, 21 DEC - SAT, 19 JAN
EXHIBITION
“New Somatography”
A group exhibition showcasing eight contemporary visual artists based in Cyprus, London and Athens. Participating artists: Eleini Bagaki, Edith Bergfors, Stelios Kallinikou, Soteris Kallis, Alexandros Pissourios, Hanna Putz, Robi Rodriguez and Daniel Sannwald.
Venue: 50-1 Gallery
Visiting hours: 16:00-20:00 (Mon-Fri), 12:00-16:00 (Sat). Closed on Sunday.
Free Entrance
For further information please contact 25340727.
SAT, 5 JAN
GREEK MUSIC PERFORMANCE
With singer Christos Thiveos and the “My Highway Band”.
Venue: Ravens
Time: 22:30
Entrance:€20
For further information and bookings please contact 99588055, 99614100.
SAT, 5 JAN
MUSIC PERFORMANCE
With Greek band “Antidrasi”. Support band: “En Psychro”.
Venue: Tepee Rock Bar
Time: 22:00
Free Entrance
For further information please contact 25328222.
FRI, 11 JAN
MUSIC PERFORMANCE
“The Russian Sun of Vertinsky”
With musician Aleksandr Skliar accompanied by a six member orchestra.
Organised by Rialto Theatre.
Venue: Rialto Theatre
Time: 20:30
Entrance: €20, €15. Tickets available at the theatre’s box office (tel. 77777745) and online at
For further information please contact 77777745.
SAT, 12 JAN
CLASSICAL MUSIC CONCERT
The programme includes musical compositions and suites by G.F. Handel, polkas and pieces by the Strauss Dynasty and works by the Greek “Strauss” Joseph Kaisari. Conductor: Alkis Baltas.
Organised by the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra.
Venue: Rialto Theatre
Time: 20:30
Entrance: €12, €7 (18-26 years old and pensioners). Free entrance vouchers for students under 18 years old. Tickets available at the theatre’s box office (tel.77777745) and online at
For further information please contact 22463144, 77777745.
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THU, 17 JAN
GREEK MUSIC PERFORMANCE
With singers Lavrentis Macheritsas, Demetris Starovas and Zenovia Arvanitidi.
Organised by Rialto Theatre.
Venue: Rialto Theatre
Time: 20:30
Entrance:€18, €12. Tickets available at the theatre’s box office (tel. 77777745) and online at
For further information please contact 77777745.
LEMESOS (LIMASSOL) WALK
A stroll in Neapolis, Nemesos, Limassol….Lemesos.
See the best of Lemesos in a Walking Tour organised by the Municipality of Lemesos in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation and the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association. The tour aims to giving you the opportunity to get to know the historical centre of Lemesos by walking through its narrow streets which visually “narrate” its long history. Monuments of the past, traditional workshops, unique architectural features, the bustling life of the old market and traditional shops all reflect the city´s atmosphere, the main element of this tour.
Every Monday (in English)
Starting point:CTO Information Office, 142 Agiou Andreou Str.
Time: 10:00
Free guiding and participation
Booking in advance is necessary
Offered by the Lemesos (Limassol) Municipality in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation and the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association.
Organised by the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation.
For further information on the walks please contact 25362756.
GERMASOGEIA WALKS
Every Wednesday (in English) - October to April.
Each walk will be organised on every alternate week.
Each walk will be organised on every alternate week.
1. Germasogeia - A Village Blessed by Water
This tour aims to take visitors to the peaceful, picturesque village of Germasogeia 15 minutes away from the beach, to stroll through its narrow streets, see its special architecture, visit its churches, and feel the village life. Water has always been the most important element in the development of Germasogeia. It is bounded by the sea in the south and on its north it has as a physical boundary, the water dam of Germasogeia fed by the river Amathos coming from the mountains of Troodos. The tour also includes a visit to the water dam of Germasogeia.
2. Discover the Natural Environment of Germasogeia
This tour aims to discover the nature of Germasogeia. The idea is to walk away from the village to the serene surroundings of the area and enjoy a relaxing stroll wandering the hills of Germasogeia. The participants of the tour will enjoy a ride in the old Bedford bus, which drives partly through an earthen road. They will walk (there is some up hill walking) for more than half an hour along the nature trail of the area off Phinicaria laid out by the Forestry Department and enjoy the magnificent view of the water dam and river. In the winter colourful flowers and shrubs cover the valley. The herbs and wild flowers and tree blossoms give a variety of colours and scents.
Starting Point: CTO Information Office, 22 Georgiou A´, Potamos tis Germasogeias, Eastern Entrance of Dasoudi Beach, Tourist area, Germasogeia.
Time: 10.00-13.00
Free guiding and participation
Booking in advance is necessary, giving name and hotel.
Offered by the GermasogeiaMunicipality in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation and the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association.
Organised by the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation.
For further information and bookings please contact 25323211.
OPEN AIR CREATIVE MARKET
Every 2nd Saturday of the month
An art crafts market by independent artistis and creative people.
Venue: Old Fruit and Vegetable Market (Pantopoulio)
Time: 9:00-18:00
Organised by the “The City of Handcraft” (Politexnies).
For further information please contact 99073100.
EVENTS IN LARNAKA
FRI, 5 OCT - THU, 10 JAN
4THCYPRUS - MALTA CERAMICS EXHIBITION
A ceramics exhibition featuring various events and demonstrations by the members of the Pottery and Ceramics Association. Organised by the LarnakaMunicipality and the Cyprus Pottery and Ceramics Association.
Venue:LarnakaMunicipalArchivesMuseum
Visiting hours: 9:00-13:00 & 15:00-18:00 (Mon-Fri)
Free Entrance
For further information please contact 24629333.
MON, 8 OCT - THU, 10 JAN
ART EXHIBITION
An art exhibition with works by artists Evros Evriviades, Andreas Paraskeva, Maria Tourou and Mikella Psara.
Organised by the LarnakaMunicipality.
Venue:Larnaka Municipal Gallery
Visiting hours: 9:00-13:00 & 15:00-18:00 (Mon-Fri), 9:00-13:00 (Sat). Closed on Sunday
Free Entrance
For further information please contact 24658848.
FRI, 7 DEC - MON, 7 JAN
ART EXHIBITION
An art exhibition by artist Christos Christou.
Venue: Gallery Kypriaki Gonia
Visiting hours: 10:00-13:00 and 16:30-20:00 (Mon-Sat). Closed on Sunday.
Free Entrance
For further information please contact 24621109.
THU, 3 JAN
ROCK PERFORMANCE
With Greek rock band “Nightstalker”. Opening band: “Cosmic Rider”.
Venue: Savino Live
Time: 20:30
Entrance:€13 (at the door), €10 (presale)
For further information and bookings please contact 24620861.
THU, 6 JAN
EPIPHANY DAY
Following a special Mass at the Saint Lazaros Church, a religious procession takes place down to the Larnaka Pier (Marina), at around 11:00 hrs, leading to a ceremonial baptism of the Holy Cross into the sea.
THU, 24 JAN
CLASSIC MUSIC CONCERT
“Concerto for Viola: World Premiere”
With soloist Diemut Poppen (viola). Conductor: Gudni A.Emilsson.
Organised by the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra.
Venue: Larnaka Municipal Theatre
Time: 20:30
Entrance:€12, €7 (18-26 years old and pensioners). Free entrance vouchers for students under 18 years old. Tickets available at the theatre’s box office (tel. 24665794).
For further information please contact 22463144, 24665794.
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LARNAKA WALKS
Every Wednesday
LARNAKA-PAST AND PRESENT
This walk covers the history of Larnaka and its development by focusing on the role that the sea had throughout the centuries.
Starting point: CTO Information Office, Vasileos Pavlou Square.
Time 10:00
Free guiding and participation
Booking in advance is necessary
Every Friday
SCALA - ITS CRAFTSMEN
Scala is around the area Larnaka Fort and AgiosLazarosChurch. The aim of this walk is to explore the area and visit the Handicraft Workshops created by young ceramic artist most of who are inspired by ancient Cypriot art.
The Walk goes through picturesque streets of the Turkish sector of Larnaka, where visitors have the chance to see traditional white washed houses, houses with kiosks and the present use of this residential area.
Starting point: Larnaka Fort (MedievalMuseum).
Time: 10:00
Free guiding and participation
Booking in advance is necessary
Offered by the LarnakaMunicipality in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation and the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association.
Organised by the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation.
For further information and bookings please contact 24654322.
HALF-DAY EXCURSIONS TO LARNAKA’S PICTURESQUE VILLAGES “A JOURNEY THROUGH AUTHENTIC VILLAGE LIFE”
November (24/11) - March (30/3)
The Larnaka Tourism Board offers a bonus for guests staying in Larnaka’s hotels and apartments during winter (November-March) which is a free excursion to Larnaka’s traditional villages!
The excursion will take you to a journey through authentic village life. Starting with a visit to the picturesque villageof Lefkara, you will be welcomed in true Cypriot style with a drink and a traditional treat. A guided tour of the local attractions captures the spirit and rich history of the village as it takes you through the narrow streets where the women hand-make lace. At the next stop of Tochni, breathtaking natural views greet you. During a tour of this pretty village with its old stone architecture, you will get to take part in a traditional cooking session that recreates the authentic flavours of the island.