Platanias holds free concerts and shows through August 25 for 16th cultural festival
The Municipality of Platanias is continuing its 16th annual cultural festival with a series of free events across its local communities through August 25, the municipality said. The program, titled “Cultural Summer 2026 – 16th Festival Land-Culture-Tourism,” is organized by the Municipality of Platanias and its Public Benefit Enterprise, in co-organization with the Region of Crete and with the cooperation of local councils and cultural associations.
According to the municipality, the summer events have drawn strong attendance from both children and adults so far. Admission to all events remains free.
Saturday, August 22
In Palea Roumata, at the courtyard of the Public Library, a children’s theatrical performance titled “Around the World on Two Wheels,” by Marina Panigiraki, begins at 20:30. In Panethymos, at the village square, the 12th “Evening of Local Wine Tasting,” featuring wines made in the area, starts at 21:00.
Sunday, August 23
In Modi, at the outdoor space next to the football field, a concert by Manos Trypias and his band begins at 21:00. The performance is described as a full band live show, with Christopher Bell on guitar, Mick Wilson on bass and Leonidas Vigklakis on drums. Singer Anna Avaraki also takes part.
Tuesday, August 25
Three events are scheduled for the same evening, all starting at 21:00. In Loutraki Geraniou, at the former elementary school, an interactive storytelling performance titled “Grandma’s Fairy Tales” combines traditional stories with atmospheric lighting, video art and live music. In Fotakado Voukolion, at the courtyard of the Church of Agios Dimitrios, a traditional folk music evening features singers Sofia Pateli and Giannis Marakas. In Kyparissos Platania, at the former elementary school, the band “Entechnos Laikoi” performs a folk music evening.
The festival forms part of a broader pattern of free cultural programming across Crete this summer, alongside efforts such as the Region of Crete’s free theatre performances in villages across the island. Readers looking for more options can browse the full calendar of events in Crete for additional listings this season.
