The Medieval Festival in Ayia Napa

• Festival Dates
• Program and Main Events
• International Format
• Who the Festival is For
• Frequently Asked Questions

Festival Dates

The Medieval Festival in Ayia Napa will take place from October 8 to 12, 2025. This year marks its 20th anniversary. Unlike previous years, the festival will be shorter, but the program will be richer and more diverse. For the first time, events will be held simultaneously at three venues around the famous medieval monastery in the city center.

Program and Main Events

The organizers have preserved the medieval atmosphere, but made it even more dynamic and spectacular.

• The Medieval Parade will take place only once — on Saturday, October 11, along Makarios Avenue. It will feature 25 groups (14 from abroad and 11 from the Free Famagusta District).
• International ensembles from Italy, Poland, Ukraine, Spain, Hungary, and other countries will present music, street theatre, stilt walkers, fire shows, and dances.
• Greek performers will brighten the festival evenings:
  • October 8 — Giannis Kotsiras,
  • October 10 — POLIS ensemble,
  • October 11 — tenor Marios Frangoulis with the program “You Opened the Streets”.
• Finale on October 12 — a joint performance by all international groups with a grand musical and dance show.

International Format

The festival has become an international cultural event, bringing together artists and visitors from across Europe. For several days, Ayia Napa turns into a vibrant center of medieval music, theatre, and dance.

Who the Festival is For

• For families with children — workshops and street performances.
• For tourists — an opportunity to witness Cyprus’s history come alive.
• For music and theatre lovers — concerts by Greek and European performers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where do the main events take place? — In the center of Ayia Napa, at the venues around the monastery and along Makarios Avenue.

Is transportation available? — Yes, public transport is running, but in the evening there may be road closures around the monastery and the parade area.

Are tickets required? — The main events are free of charge, but for concerts of popular performers, it’s best to arrive early to secure a seat.