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the Dionysian Carnival 2026

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The Municipality of Naxos and Small Cyclades is once again this year organizing the Dionysian Carnival, which will take place on Sunday, February 22, 2026. As part of the preparations for this vibrant Carnival event, the Municipality extends an open invitation to cultural associations, organizations, groups, school communities, and groups of citizens who wish to participate with parade floats, costumes, or other creative carnival activities. Inspired by the Dionysian spirit, the carnival satire, and the island’s vivid traditions, this year’s Carnival invites you all to become part of the celeb

The Cordelati of Naxos – A living tradition

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Τhe Kordelatoi of Naxos – A Living Tradition The custom of “Kordelatoi” is revived once again in the villages of Naxos, from 15 to 22 February 2026. Adorned with their distinctive colorful ribbons and led by the flag-bearer carrying the decorated banner, the Kordelatoi are welcomed from one village to another, sharing the spirit of Carnival, hospitality, feast and joy. Handed down from generation to generation, this custom stands as a living expression of our island’s enduring identity.

The Cordelati of Naxos – A living tradition

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The Cordelati of Naxos – A living tradition The custom of “Kordelatoi” is revived once again in the villages of Naxos, from 15 to 22 February 2026. Adorned with their distinctive colorful ribbons and led by the flag-bearer carrying the decorated banner, the Kordelatoi are welcomed from one village to another, sharing the spirit of Carnival, hospitality, feast and joy. Handed down from generation to generation, this custom stands as a living expression of our island’s enduring identity.

The Cordelati of Naxos – A living tradition

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The Cordelati of Naxos – A living tradition The custom of “Kordelatoi” is revived once again in the villages of Naxos, from 15 to 22 February 2026. Adorned with their distinctive colorful ribbons and led by the flag-bearer carrying the decorated banner, the Kordelatoi are welcomed from one village to another, sharing the spirit of Carnival, hospitality, feast and joy. Handed down from generation to generation, this custom stands as a living expression of our island’s enduring identity.

The Kordelati of Naxos– A Living Tradition

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The custom of “Kordelatoi” is revived once again in the villages of Naxos, from 15 to 22 February 2026. Adorned with their distinctive colorful ribbons and led by the flag-bearer carrying the decorated banner, the Kordelatoi are welcomed from one village to another, sharing the spirit of Carnival, hospitality, feast and joy. Handed down from generation to generation, this custom stands as a living expression of our island’s enduring identity.

The bells of Aperathos

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“T’ Aperathitika” invites you to the presentation of Koudounatos figure, featuring talks, musical events, and a photography exhibition. Date: Saturday 14 February 2026 Location: Apeiranthos Cultural Center, Apeiranthos village Time: 18:30 pm

Choirosfagia

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Choirosfagia” (Traditional Pork Cutting Process) The Cultural Association of Apeiranthos “Ta Fanaria” invites you to experience the custom of Choirosfagia, a celebration of local food, music, and tradition. Join us for a festive gathering at the main square of Apeiranthos Village. Sunday, 8 February 2026 At 13:30 pm

CEREALS Local flavors and their history

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DIMITRIA Local flavors and their history Music and Gastronomy, with mainly folk and island music and songs. The orchestra consists of Vasiliki Katerini on violin and singing, Elias Moustakis on lute, Yiannis Tzanetis on drums, Nikos Zoulis on guitarThe Tripod Cultural Association with its children-adolescent dance group will enrich the event, with traditional dances from all over the Aegean. Co-organization with the Cultural Association of Sangria PNOES, Region of South Aegean, Community of Sagri

The watermills of Komiaki & Komiaki traditional gastronomy on the slab of Gkisime

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• The watermills of Komiaki: Walk and guided tour of the Watermills of Tranos Rgiakas. Gathering at Pouloudi and transportation by car to Anefama. There will be a route along the old stony path, which connected the village with the other villages, a visit to the Byzantine chapel of Ai – Nikolas, in the ravine with the watermills and return to the village • Traditional Komiaki gastronomy at the square of Gisime (20:30).