Inside the Mani

Dimos - August Events Schedule
2025-08-12 19:30 - 23:30, 2025-08-10 19:30 - 23:30, 2025-08-09 19:30 - 23:30, 2025-08-08 19:30 - 23:30 (Europe/Athens)
CULTURAL SUMMER 2025

30/07 – Trachila Musical evening with the band “Musical Aids”
31/07 – Prasteio Open-air cinema
01/08 – Lagada Open-air cinema
03/08 – Doloi Open-air cinema
04/08 – Prosilio Open-air cinema
05/08- Paliochora Open-air cinema
08/08 – Neochori Puppet Theatre
09/08 – Agios Nikolaos Musical evening with the band Paspartou
09/08 – Kampos Puppet Theatre
10/08 – Kastania Musical evening with the band “Musical Aids”
12/08 – Kardamyli Musical evening with Voula Kourkoulis, Antonis Tsolkas & Spyros Petrea
13/08 – Kardamyli Summer cinema
17/08 – Musical evening with Karyiovouni “She & They”
19/08 – Exochori Musical evening with “Veivet Effect”
20/08- Milia Shadow Theatre
21/08 – Campos – Musical evening by “Velvet Effect
21/08- Stoupa Cultural Centre Shadow Theatre
26/08 – Tseria Summer cinema
27/08 – Riglia summer cinema
28/08- Gaitses Summer Cinema
29/08 – Nomitsi Summer Cinema
31/08 – Malta – Musical evening with “Acrobats”

Live the tradition, enjoy the art, celebrate the summer in West Mani!

Exhibition of Handmade & Local Products- Kardamyli Old School
2025-08-12 19:00 - 23:00, 2025-08-11 19:00 - 23:00, 2025-08-10 19:00 - 23:00, 2025-08-09 19:00 - 23:00, 2025-08-08 19:00 - 23:00, 2025-08-07 19:00 - 23:00
Every night in August until 20th – stalls and more open to all at the Old School in Kardamyli – 7pm to 11pm daily

A Musical Evening in Kampos
2025-08-11 20:30 - 23:30 | Kambos village
The pre-festival events of the 2nd Kardamili Art Doc Festival culminate in an authentic musical evening that will bring the square of Kampos in Western Mani to life! On Monday, August 11, get ready to enjoy a journey into the world of rebetiko and laiko (popular Greek music), under the starry Mani sky.
For this special evening, a talented trio will lead us through the rhythms of timeless songs:

The soulful voice of Konstantina Theodoropoulou will transport us to the eras of rebetiko and laiko music.

Nikos Livaditis will accompany on guitar, adding his own unique interpretation.

Giorgos Tsoulos will enchant with his skillful notes on the bouzouki.

From beloved rebetiko tunes to classic laiko songs that marked generations, the evening promises authentic entertainment and a journey back in time, to days when music expressed the joys, sorrows, and hopes of the people.
Come and share a night full of melodies, memories, and the warmth of the Greek musical tradition, in the beautiful village of Kampos Avias!
The Festival, organized by the Municipality of Western Mani and the Kalamata Creative Documentary Center, with the support of the Ministry of Culture, continues to offer high-quality cultural events, highlighting the richness of Greek heritage.

📍 The event will be repeated on Wednesday, August 20 in Stavropigio

Michalis Hatzigiannis Live
2025-08-11 20:30 - 23:30 | Kardamyli Secondary School
One of the most beloved and timeless artists of the Greek music scene, with numerous successes and a distinctive stage presence, Michalis Hatzigiannis, promises an evening full of powerful emotions. He will be joined on stage by the explosive ZAF, in a collaboration that promises to take the audience by storm.
From “Vythos,” “Den Fevgo,” and “Cheria Pylla” to his newest releases, each song creates a festive atmosphere where the audience becomes one with the music. His tour has been characterised as a series of unique musical experiences — moments that remain unforgettable, full of rhythm, passion, and collective emotions.
Tickets: Click on website link

3rd Messinian Traditional Festival
2025-08-11 19:15 - 23:00, 2025-08-10 19:15 - 23:00, 2025-08-09 19:15 - 23:00, 2025-08-08 19:15 - 23:00
The 3rd Messinian Traditional Festival returns to Kalamata, bringing with it a unique celebration of music and tradition! From August 8 to 11, 2025, the West Beach Park will be filled with sounds from beloved artists of the Greek music scene, creating an unforgettable experience for the audience.
With a rich concert program, combining art, folk and traditional music, the festival promises four days full of rhythm, melody and summer mood.
Get ready to experience a unique musical experience, with favorite artists and an atmosphere that will be unforgettable!
Check the event flyer for daily and weekend pricing – pre-booking discounts apply.
Concert schedule

August 8: Yannis Haroulis, Fotini Velesiotou
August 9: Miltos Paschalidis, Varoucha, Adamopoulos, Cover Bus
August 10: Inosoleas, Otra Rota, Otros Mundos
August 11: Yaginides, Acrobats

Live Greek Folk Music
2025-08-10 20:30 - 23:00 | Luna Piccola, Agios Nikolaos
Reservations: (+30) 27210 79068

A 28 Year Celebration
2025-08-10 12:00 - 23:00 | Akti Beach Bar, Santova
28 years of Akti.
Moments, summers, music, and stories from Sadova.Join us on August 10th, from midday, for a special anniversary celebration—with beloved DJs, friends, and the unique atmosphere that defines Akti.28 summers, countless memories—and we’re just getting started. Thank you for being part of this journey.

Summer Party
2025-08-09 21:00 - 23:30 | Tseria
The Association of Tseria presents a fun night in our beautiful, mountain village.
Music and drinks!

Live Music
2025-08-09 21:00 | Akti Beach Bar, Santova

Vasilis @ Wine Horse Limeni
2025-08-09 20:00 - 23:30 | Wine Horse Limeni
Vasilis is a dynamic music producer, DJ and classically trained pianist whose signature sound & live sets blend deep, organic, and Afro-house influences.
With a strong foundation in classical music and jazz, his productions fuse rich melodies, intricate rhythms, and emotive storytelling, creating immersive sonic experiences that transcend genres.

Full Moon Party - Agios Nikolaos
2025-08-09 18:00 - 23:30 | Vezuvios, Agios Nikolaos
Howl at the (full) moon with a special menu, fireworks and dancing to lots of 80’s disco cheese. Read here how the Greeks have turned this Supermoon event into a national, cultural celebration

Live Greek Music
2025-08-08 21:00 - 23:30 | Proastio Taverna Grill
An evening of traditional Greek folk music and rembetika

"Mood Swings" Live Music
2025-08-08 21:00 - 23:30 | Medikon – Mediterranean Cuisine, Agios Nikolaos
Reservations: (+30) 27210 79119

Live Greek Music
2025-08-08 21:00 - 23:30 | Refoulo grill & coffee bar, Nomitsi
A 3-piece band (bouzouki, guitar & vocals) playing a range of traditional Greek folk music and rembetika.
Enjoy stunning views and wonderful sunsets at our family-run taverna.

"So Much" - Stand Up Comedy - Stoupa
2025-08-08 19:30 - 23:30 | Stoupa Cultural Centre
Stand-up Comedy “So Much” in Stoupa!

Mani Rocks presents a special evening of laughter and relaxed mood, with the caustic stand-up show “So Much”, on Friday, August 8, at the Cultural Center of Stoupa, in Messinia.

The favorite group of comedians, Ilias Fountoulis, Angelos Spiliopoulos, returns dynamically to comment with her own special humor on everyday situations, relationships, personal stories and social clichés, in a summer setting full of twists and turns and spontaneous laughter!

Before the start of the show, the audience will have the opportunity to enjoy music and refreshing drinks from the Sunset Bar. The evening begins with a summer setting, elevated energy and rhythm, overlooking the sunset!

Live Greek Music
2025-08-07 19:30 - 23:00 | Liastres taverna, Stoupa
Every Thursday at Liastres taverna.
Enjoy a relaxed evening listening to a 2-piece group playing traditional Greek songs. All with the backdrop of Stoupa bay behind them.

Greek Night
2025-08-07 19:00 - 22:00 | Stathi’s Taverna, Pigi
Live Greek music in Stathi’s taverna in Pigi- dancing and merriment all night long! Enjoy superb views down to the coast, amazing sunsets and Stathi’s renowned trays of starters.
Please note that access by car is limited in the village of Pigi. There is a walk through the village from car parking areas of around 500m. Well worth the effort.
Reservations: +30 6932214562

Despina Vandi
2025-08-06 21:30 - 23:30 | Kalamata Open Theatre
As part of her “All I Love” tour, Despina Vandi is making a stop in Kalamata on Tuesday, August 6, at the New Open Municipal Theater of Kalamata, for a unique concert full of passion, emotion, and powerful musical moments!
Presale tickets: https://www.ticketservices.gr/

ELECTRO SOCKS live
2025-08-06 21:00 | Niriides, Agios Nikolaos
Time to boogie to the groovy disco sounds of Agi and her excellent band!
