The Cultural Association of Glinado village, Naxos, presents
“Traditional Carnival Feast with dancers wearing the iconic Vrakades and Kordelatoi costumes”
At Glinado village Square
Sunday 22 February 2026
Starting time: 12:30 pm
Kordelatoi – “Reviving the old ways”
The Cultural and Educational Youth Association of Tripodes and the Cultural-Eco Association of Agios Arsenios revive the traditional custom of Kordelatoi followed by traditional treats, live music and dancing!
Date: Sunday, 22 February 2026
12:00: The celebration begins in Agersani village!
13:30: The festivities continue in Tripodes village!
Kordelatoi – “Reviving the old ways”
The Cultural and Educational Youth Association of Tripodes and the Cultural-Eco Association of Agios Arsenios revive the traditional custom of Kordelatoi followed by traditional treats, live music and dancing!
Date: Sunday, 22 February 2026
12:00: The celebration begins in Agersani village!
13:30: The festivities continue in Tripodes village!
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
NAXOS TORCHLIGHT PROCESSION 2026
The Naxos Film Club and the Municipality of Naxos & Small Cyclades invite everyone to join the ritual procession of light — bring a white sheet and become the torch bearer of Dionysos!
Saturday, 21 February 2026
Procession starts: 21:00
Preparation from: 19:00
Meeting points: Agios Minas & Cultural Centre (Former Ursuline School)– Kastro
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
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
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 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.
“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