Welcome, August: A New Weekend of Events
As August arrives, so does a fresh lineup of events. While August often sees a slowdown in activities due to summer holidays, there’s still plenty happening across the island. This weekend carries forward the vibrant agenda of July with exciting festivals returning to the cities and villages of Cyprus.
Fengaros Music Village
First up is the highly anticipated Fengaros Music Village, which kicks off today. Until Saturday, this festival will host a series of live music performances across four stages in Kato Drys village, rocking rural Larnaca. Artists from both abroad and the island will entertain festival-goers, while DJs, food trucks, curated cocktail bars, and various experiences add to the lively atmosphere.
19th Lemesos International Documentary Festival
In Limassol, the 19th Lemesos International Documentary Festival begins today at Ceronia Hall – Lanitis Carob Mill. Over 20 cutting-edge documentaries will be screened until August 8, all making their Cyprus premiere. Alongside remarkable international and local productions, the festival will feature Q&A sessions with producers, music events with DJ sets, and open-air parties. For the screening programme, visit here.
2nd Pachna Street Food Festival
If you’re in the mood for road trips and street food this weekend, Pachna village is hosting the 2nd Pachna Street Food Festival on Sunday. Starting at 5pm, Ayios Georgios square in Pano Pachna will be filled with street food stalls offering delicious meals and bites, accompanied by live music. Organized by the village’s Youth Centre, this event is free to attend and open to all, welcoming August with food and socializing.
Faneromeni24 Arts Festival
For those in the capital mid-week, there’s a treat on Thursday with a free film screening as part of the Faneromeni24 arts festival at the Bank of Cyprus Cultural Foundation. A family-friendly movie titled Little Nicholas will be screened in Greek in the courtyard, following the protagonist’s adventures in holding onto friendship.
Event Details
Little Nicholas
- Family-Friendly Film Screening: Part of Faneromeni24 arts festival
- Date: August 1
- Location: Bank of Cyprus Cultural Foundation, Nicosia
- Time: 8pm
- Language: In Greek
- Admission: Free
2nd Pachna Street Food Festival
- Street Food Market, Games, and Competitions
- Date: August 4
- Location: Agiou Georgiou square, Pano Pachna village, Limassol district
- Time: 5pm onwards
- Contact: Tel: 99-349058, 97-759885
19th Lemesos International Documentary Festival
- Documentary Screenings and Parallel Events
- Duration: Until August 8
- Location: Ceronia Hall – Lanitis Carob Mill, Limassol
- Website: www.filmfestival.com.cy
Fengaros Festival
- Annual Music Festival
- Dates: August 1-3
- Location: Kato Drys, Larnaca district
- Website: www.fengaros.com
This weekend promises a range of events from music festivals and documentary screenings to street food markets and film screenings. Make sure to check out these exciting happenings and enjoy the vibrant cultural scene in Cyprus.
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