The celebration will be held at the Wineries of Crete as part of World Wine Tourism Day.
On this special day, more than 20 wineries from Crete, along with many others across Europe, will come together to celebrate. Visitors are invited to join in the festivities.
At these wineries, you can explore the vineyards, meet the winemakers, take in the beautiful scenery, learn about the winemaking process, and see how the wines are produced and aged. You’ll also have the chance to taste both new and aged wines, as well as sample this year’s fresh harvest.
Wine Tourism Day on Crete takes place annually on the second Sunday of November. This year, the Wine Tourism Day on Crete falls on 9th November 2025.
The participating wineries are listed below:
You can purchase a bottle of wine from a winery in Crete and enjoy it with your meal at a Cretan restaurant by simply showing your receipt. The wine served at the tavern will be free of charge. Please note that ordering food along with the wine is required.
Here is a list of Restaurants that take part in this program:
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CHANIA
Located in the centre of Heraklio Town, just 2.4 km from Amoudara Beach and 300 metres from Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Despina’s Lux apt Downtown provides accommodation with city views and free WiFi. This apartment features accommodation with a balcony.
The air-conditioned apartment consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a coffee machine, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and slippers. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment.
The apartment can conveniently provide information at the reception to help guests to get around the area.
Popular points of interest near Despina’s Lux apt Downtown include Venetian Walls, Municipal Art Gallery and Morosini Fountain. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 3 km from the accommodation.
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€85
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Situated in Heraklio Town, 2.3 km from Amoudara Beach and 100 metres from the centre, Loggia Suites by Good Life features air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and free bikes.
The apartment provides guests with a terrace, garden views, a seating area, cable flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a toaster and a fridge, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and bathrobes. A stovetop and kitchenware are also available, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle.
Loggia Suites by Good Life offers a continental or Italian breakfast.
A car rental service is available at the accommodation, while cycling and hiking can be enjoyed nearby.
Popular points of interest near Loggia Suites by Good Life include Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Venetian Walls and Loggia. The nearest airport is Heraklion International, 3 km from the apartment, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
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€113
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Right in the centre of Heraklio Town, set within a short distance of Heraklion Archaeological Museum and Venetian Walls, Jacuzzi suite Piazza dei Leoni offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such as a microwave and kettle. Including a terrace, this apartment also has a restaurant.
The apartment has 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a balcony with city views.
The apartment can conveniently provide information at the reception to help guests to get around the area.
Jacuzzi suite Piazza dei Leoni offers a hot tub.
Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Loggia, Municipal Art Gallery and Morosini Fountain. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 3 km from Jacuzzi suite Piazza dei Leoni.
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€143
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Set in the centre of Heraklio Town, 2.5 km from Amoudara Beach and 300 metres from Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Opsis city suite M offers free WiFi, a terrace and air conditioning. This apartment is 6.8 km from The Palace of Knossos and 17 km from Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos.
The 1-bedroom apartment is fitted with a living room with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fully equipped kitchen with oven and microwave, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment.
Popular points of interest near the apartment include Venetian Walls, Municipal Art Gallery and Morosini Fountain. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 3 km from Opsis city suite M.
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€99
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The Traditional Strata of the Municipality of Chania is held every Tuesday afternoon from June for several months. This event showcases the region’s rich heritage through traditional costumes, culture, and the exceptional music, dance, and vocal artistry of members of the Traditional Associations, celebrating the unique identity of Chania.
The “Traditional Strata” is organized by the Municipality of Chania.
Traditional Strata is a music and dance event held in Chania. Over 1,500 participants represent more than 20 traditional associations, including groups from Crete and international regions. Dancers and musicians wear traditional costumes and move through the city’s narrow streets. Participants display musical and vocal performances rooted in local customs.
Start Time: Festivities begin at 8:00 PM at the Neorio Moro Chania Sailing Club.
First Stop: By 8:30 PM, the procession arrives at the Yiali Mosque (Giali Tzami).
Final Gathering: At 9:00 PM, all groups assemble at Cathedral Square of the Presentation of the Virgin Mary (Trimartiri Cathedral) to deliver distinct performances.
Chania Rock Festival is one of the most significant rock and metal music festivals in Greece.
Since 2002, the Chania Rock Festival has presented the best of the best in metal on stage in Chania, Crete. From the Greek rock scene to the international rockstars, if you like to headbang and jam out to metal, then the Chania Rock Festival is the music festival in Greece you’ve been searching for to live it up with fellow metal fans.
The Feast of the Dormition of the Theotokos on August 15th is one of the most significant holidays in the Greek Orthodox calendar, celebrating the “falling asleep” and Assumption of the Virgin Mary. Neapoli hosts the largest festival in the prefecture, attracting thousands of visitors and Cretan musicians.
Celebrations begin on August 14th with a cycle race and a long-distance run ending in Neapoli’s central square. After the evening church service, young men race up and down the steep mountainside to the Timios Stavros summit. The square transforms into a lively party with traditional singing, dancing, live music, and a market offering toys, icons, and clothing, continuing into the early hours.
On August 15th, a lengthy church service is followed by a grand procession of the Virgin Mary’s icon through the town, accompanied by priests, dignitaries, and the Neapoli Town Band. The festivities, combining religious, sporting, and cultural events, make this a unique and vibrant two-day celebration.
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