Kalymnos Festivals & Cultural Events

Kalymnos, like all Greek islands, celebrates many festivals around the year.

Religious feasts & festivals

June 24th
On the 24th of June, locals celebrate the feast of Agios Ioannis. At dusk, small bonfires are lit on the beaches and the harbors of the island and some people are jumping over them.

July 27th
On the 27th of July, locals honor the feast day of Saint Panteleimon. A big ceremony followed by a celebration at the monastery dedicated to the healing saint.

August 15th
On the 15th of August, Kalymnos celebrates one of the highest celebrations in the Christian calendar, the feast day of Holy Virgin. Various ceremonies take place during that day and the day after.

Cultural events

Rock Climbing Festival
As Kalymnos is considered among the best rock climbing destinations in the world, a Rock Climbing Festival takes place every September. Climbers from many countries come to conquer the mountains of Kalymnos and Telendos, the small neighboring island.

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