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JOYFUL EXPLORATION I SANTORINI

SANTORINI & THIRASIA FESTIVAL SEASONS July 27 – Feast of Saint Panteleimon (Vourvoulos, Santorini)
Golden light dances Celebrated with a church service, local food, and music in this
on the Aegean April 15–October 30 – Robert McCabe Exhibition (Vassaltis picturesque village.
as sailboats drift Vineyards)
beneath Santorini’s A photography exhibition by Robert McCabe showcasing evocative August (All month) – Megaro Gyzi Festival (Fira, Santorini)
majestic cliffs—a images of Greece, hosted at the atmospheric Vassaltis winery. A month-long celebration of music, art, and culture held in the elegant
view that captures setting of the Gyzi Mansion.
the island’s serene May 5 – Feast of Saint Irene (Riva, Thirasia)
splendor. A traditional village celebration honoring Saint Irene with local August 6 – Feast of the Transfiguration of the Savior (Pyrgos,
participation and church festivities. Santorini)
On the eve of the feast, young men humorously “steal” basil pots
May 15–October 31 – “Confession” by Yorgos Kypris (MATI from girls' courtyards and decorate the church dome — a unique local
Mesaria) custom.
A powerful solo exhibition by acclaimed sculptor Yorgos Kypris, delving
into themes of guilt, belief, and human contradiction. August 15 – Dormition of the Virgin Mary (Emporio, Santorini)
Celebrated with great reverence, traditional dishes, and local
May 21 – Feast of Saints Constantine and Helen (Manolas, Thirasia) festivities.
Celebrated in the capital of Thirasia with religious services and
community gatherings in honor of the village’s patron saint. August 15 – Panagia Episkopi (Mesa Gonia, Santorini)
On the eve of the feast, villagers begin cooking fava and beans in large
June 6–10 – Supa Dupa Fly Festival (Santorini) cauldrons; the celebration continues with food and music.
A contemporary music and lifestyle festival bringing hip-hop, R&B, and
Afrobeat vibes to the island. August 15 – Dormition of the Virgin Mary (Kera, Thirasia)
The most significant celebration on Thirasia, bringing together locals
June 21–October 31 – “Cycladic Women: Untold Stories of the and visitors for liturgy, feasting, and dancing.
Cyclades” (Archaeological Museum of Thera)
A landmark exhibition marking the grand reopening of the renovated August 20–October 30 – Artemis Hatzigiannaki Solo Exhibition
museum, exploring the roles and lives of Cycladic women through rare (Tomato Industrial Museum)
artifacts. Organized by the Museum of Cycladic Art and the Hellenic A solo show by Artemis Hatzigiannaki featuring new works inspired by
Ministry of Culture in collaboration with the Municipality of Thera. the landscape and soul of Santorini.
June 24 – Feast of Saint John (Manolas, Thirasia) September 14 – Feast of the Holy Cross (Perissa, Santorini)
A local celebration with traditional rituals and summer village spirit. Celebrated with morning services and local traditions in the coastal
village of Perissa.
July 6 – Aegean 600 Sailing Race (passing Santorini)
A prestigious international offshore sailing event where boats sail past September 20 – Ifaisteia Festival (Santorini)
the island in a breathtaking show. A modern volcano-themed cultural event featuring concerts, fireworks,
and artistic performances celebrating the island's volcanic identity.
July 20 – Feast of Prophet Elias (Kera, Thirasia & Fira & Imerovigli,
Santorini) September 21 – Feast of Panagia Giatrissa (Potamos, Thirasia)
Celebrated in hilltop chapels with panoramic views, food offerings, and A celebration of the healing Virgin Mary, with local delicacies and
and Estate Argyros, Santorini’s largest private vineyard PAVLOS, MYSTIQUE CONCIERGE, SHARES local music. festive spirit.
with over 120 hectares, represent the depth and heritage of THE ISLAND’S BEST-KEPT SECRETS July 22 – Feast of Saint Markella (Akrotiri, Santorini) October 5 – Feast of Saint Fanourios (Baxedes, Santorini)
local winemaking. At Oeno P Winery, built into the historic A religious celebration with island traditions, community food, and Marked by a church gathering and traditional sweets in honor of the
wine cave of the Sigalas family, visitors can taste modern Which spot in Santorini do you personally music. saint who “reveals” lost items.
vintages under vaulted ceilings that echo with three decades associate with total relaxation—and always July 24 – Feast of Saint John (Manolas, Thirasia) October 20 – Feast of Saint Matrona (Finikia, Santorini)
of knowledge. But the flavor of the island is not only in its recommend to hotel guests? Honored with liturgy and traditional offerings in the heart of Thirasia. Known for its wine tasting and local wine competition during the
celebration — a highlight for wine lovers.
glass. Nomikos Farm in Vothonas celebrates Santorini’s Akrotiri. It’s where history meets serenity. After July 25 – Feast of Saint Barbara (Vothonas, Santorini)
ability to coax abundance from adversity. Ground-hugging exploring the archaeological site or museum, A quiet yet heartfelt village feast in honor of the saint. November 21 – Presentation of the Virgin Mary (Agrilia, Thirasia)
vines, small, thick-skinned tomatoes, white eggplants, golden- guests can unwind with lunch at one of the seaside A serene village feast in Agrilia, filled with local flavors and spiritual
atmosphere.
blond fava beans, and briny capers flourish in volcanic soil. tavernas, where the waves literally lap at their feet.
A visit to the farm is a sensory journey through the island’s Where’s the best place for a Mystique
culinary DNA, where every bite holds the warmth of the sun guest to take a deep breath and have an Let the sea
and the grit of the earth. unforgettable moment?
Oia, without a doubt. While it gets busy during
WHERE LAND MEETS SEA sunset, there’s something magical about being lead you to
Every evening, the island turns its face toward the west, as in that village, looking out toward the volcano.
if to honor the sun’s daily farewell. In Oia, of course, the It’s a memory that stays with you. Santorini’s quiet
crowds arrive early, camera-ready, but those who seek a What’s the first thing you want to see the
quieter awe might travel south, to the lighthouse at Akrotiri. moment you arrive on the island? magic.
There, the wind carries no voices, only the faint rhythm of the The whitewashed houses clinging to the cliffs—
waves. The sun descends not to applause, but to reverence. that first glimpse always takes my breath away.
The moment is yours alone. Santorini’s beaches, too, tell And just beyond them, the outline of the volcanο.
their own stories. Red Beach stuns with its crimson cliffs It’s a moment that immediately reconnects me
and turquoise surf. White Beach, accessible only by boat, with the island.
feels like a secret whispered by the sea. At Perivolos and

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