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The following festivals are most popular in Koufonisia:
Name day of St George on the 23rd of April – Saint George is the patron saint of the island. On this auspicious day, his followers take out a procession of the icon of the saint. A chosen (by the current followers) believer of the saint sponsors free food.
Celebration of Panagia (Virgin Mary) on the 15th of August – The venue is a little ahead of the church of Kato Koufonisi. The service is usually followed by free food.
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While returning to Pano Koufonisi in fishing boats, people often compete with each other. Victory here is again celebrated by a feast.
New funfair on the 24th of June – The fishermen cook fish soup and serve it to their peers. This is followed by traditional music and dance.
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