The holidays and festivals of the island retain their authentic folk color. His music gives reasons for joy in neighborhoods and cafes, his songs praise everyday life, man and love... There are many such festive events on the island, mainly those in the summer. Celebrations in honor of the island's saints, as well as celebrations organized by the cultural associations of the villages, are an occasion for dancing and revelry until the morning hours.
Kythira, although a relatively small island, organizes a series of remarkable cultural events of all kinds. The Free Open University of the Municipality takes the lead in these, with the important exhibitions of painting, sculpture and handicrafts, as well as numerous other smaller ones, highlighting the cultural profile of Kythira. of unique beauty and the spaces that host these events, such as the open theater of Potamos, the Lower Country of Mylopotamos, the courtyard of the Primary School of Chora, etc.

Editor: Fotini Anastasopoulou