Kea Festivals & Cultural Events

The festivals of Kea are known as the most fun occasions on the island. These celebrations are full of traditional music, dancing, eating, and partying until the early morning hours. Although most of them are concentrated in Ioulida, the island's capital, fortunately, every village hosts at least one festival that takes place on the name day of the patron saint of each village. The most important religious and non-religious festivals of Kea are:

Religious feasts & festivals

February 10th
A great festival is dedicated to Agios Haralambos, the patron saint of Kea. The local feast takes place on February 10th in Ioulida.

Holy Trinity Day
In June, a celebration feast is held to honor the saint day of Agia Triada (Holy Trinity) at the homonymous seaside chapel. Preparations start from the previous day when mules are adorned with colorful rugs to carry the supplies for the fair. By the end of the ceremony, locals and visitors become one in this big celebration.

July 17th
In the heart of the summer, on July 17th, there is a big fair dedicated to Agia Marina.

August 15th
The religious festival of Panagia Kastriani takes place on August 15th at the most idyllic spot in Kea. The church stands on top of Ioulida offering a breathtaking view of the Aegean.

Cultural events

Kea is an island that is strongly involved in arts and culture. During the summer, visitors will definitely experience days full of fascinating events.

Fairy Tales Festival
Every year, in the middle of the summer, Kea is the home of the Fairy Tales Festival, where renowned Greeks and foreign narrators read their tales to both children and adults. The island has become a great inspiration for storytellers who charm the island and the people.