Summer 2025: Cultural events in Pelion with the mountain of the senses as a backdrop

Cultural events in Pelion with the mountain of the senses as a backdrop

There are summers that leave an everlasting imprint in our memory and summer 2025 in Pelion promises to be one of them. It’s not just the emerald green of the mountain merging into the endless blue of the Aegean, or the cobblestone paths and stone-built mansions that tell stories of centuries past. It’s the living cultural identity of the region that awakens each summer with celebrations, music, tributes, and traditional festivals, an authentic mosaic of culture that brings locals and visitors together.

This summer, the cultural events in Pelion offer an irresistible reason to visit the region and an even better one to stay at 12 Months Resort & Spa in Tsagarada. Nestled in the heart of Eastern Pelion, where nature’s green touches the blue of the sea, our resort is your gateway to discovering Pelion with all your senses guided by its cultural heartbeat.

Cultural events in Pelion: A vibrant cultural destination

Pelion is a place that breathes through its traditions. In every village square, every small chapel, and every cobbled path, the region’s history and identity are expressed in the most genuine way: through its people. Each summer, locals and travelers come together to celebrate, enjoy traditional music, honor local customs, and create new memories. The cultural events in Pelion are the bridge between past and present, blending authenticity with heartfelt hospitality.

From June to October, the cultural calendar of Pelion bursts with color: festivals, concerts, theatrical performances, historical tributes, exhibitions, and film screenings. All held outdoors, under the trees, by the sea, and in stone-paved squares.

Cultural Events in Pelion – Summer 2025

This year’s cultural program is rich and diverse, offering experiences for every taste, across every corner of the mountain:

• 11-12/07/2025 ~ Peleas Society of Pelion: Two days conference dedicated to the renovated church of Saint Nikolaos in Chorefto beach in Zagora. ~ Central Square of Ioannis Drosinis in Chorefto.
• 17/07/2025 ~ Fair of Saint Marina ~ Central  Square of Kissos Village
• 20/07/2025 ~ Fair of  Prophet Ilias (Eliah) ~ Country Church of Prophet Ilias (Eliah)
• 20/07/2025 ~ Fair of  Prophet Ilias (Eliah) ~ Central Square of Anilio Village
• 25-26/07/2025 ~ Fair of Saint Paraskevi ~ Square of Saint Paraskeui (Perachora) of Zagora Village.
• 25-26/07/2025 ~ Two days of celebrations for the fair og Saint Paraskeui. A tribute in Folklore dancing of Pelion ~ Central Square of Saint Paraskeui in Tsagarada (organized by Municipality of Zagora and Mouresi)
• 27/07/2025 ~ Fair of Saint Panteleymon ~ Central Square of Pouri Village
• 27/07/2025 ~ Fair of Saint Panteleymon ~ Central Square of Mouresi Village
• 30/07-02/08/2025 ~ Cultural association of Anilio Village ~ 1^st Festival of Anilio Village ~ Central Square of Anilio Village
• 31/07/2025 ~ A musical tribute for Attic with David Nahmia ~ Central Square of Saint Paraskeui (organized by Municipality of Zagora and Mouresi)
• 01-15/08/2025 ~  Art Exhibition by Ioanna Christaki ~ Achilopoulos Commercial School (organized by municipality of Zagora)
• 02/08/2025 ~ Nick Ziogalas : One concert for cobblestone paths of Mountain Pelion. Special Guest: Fotis Tabas  ~ Outdoor of Nanopouleios School (organized by Touristic and Developmental Association in Tsagarada)   
• 02/08/2025 ~ speech about the history, the certain situation and prospects for restoration of the Archagels church ~ Central Square of Saint Paraskevi, Zagora.
• 03/08/2025 ~ afternoon fairy tale  Storytelling for children by Katerina Theochari ~ evening  Live with Marina Boloudaki in poetry set to music (organized by municipality of Zagora & Mouresi)
• 05/08/2025 ~ Cultural association of Saint Dimitrios : Traditional Music Night ~ Central Square of saint Dimitrios
• 08/08/2025 ~ interactive activities for the children with Effie Karavosiani ~ Achilopouleios Commercial School (organized by Municipality of Zagora and Mouresi)
• 09/08/2025 ~ Movie night “Agelastos Petra” ~ Outdoor of the Church in Metamorfosis district.
• 09-10/08/2025 ~ Cultural Association of Pouri Village: Honey Festival ~ Central Square of Pouri Village
• 10/08/2025 ~ Movie night, “Arkadia xaire” ~ Outdoor of the Church in Metamorfosis district.
• 11/08/2025 ~ Movie night, “Eleusinioi” ~ Outdoor of the Church in Metamorfosis district.
• 12/08/2025 ~ Concert with Theodore Kotonia , Eleni Katsouli, Vasili Ketentzoglou ~ Tzeni Theatre ( organized by Touristic & Developmental Association in Tsagarada)
• 14-17/08/2025 ~ Cultural association of Makrirrachi: Flower & Local Product Exhibition ~ Outdoor area of Saint Ioannis in Makrirrachi
• 15/08/2025 ~ Fair of Virgin Maria ~ Central Square of Pouri Village
• 16-18/08/2025 ~ Art Exhibition by Anna Ganotopoyloy ~ Achilopoulos Commercial School (organized by Municipality of Zagora & Mouresi)
• 17-24/08/2025 ~ Art Exhibition by Konstantinos Leventis ~ Achilopoulos Commercial School (organized by Municipality of Zagora)
• 22/08/2025 ~ Presentation of the First book/issue of “Pelion Letters”. It’s a periodical publication of the Peleas Society including the minutes of the international scientific symposium for the Pelion Loyals of Modern Greek Enlightenment that had took place in Zagora 2022.
• 23/08/2025 ~ Historical tour of the Saint Athanasios Church. “A Byzantine Monument” ~ Saint Athanasios church close to Chorefto.
• 23/08/2025 ~ Cultural Association of Zagora “Gianis Kordatos”: Folk Night with Traditional Orchestra ~ “Lakka Koleti” Playground
• 23-24/8/2025 ~ Pelio Mountain Mythology ~ Interactive story telling for children, with Ntalouka sisters ~ Achilopoulos Commercial School (organized by Municipality of Zagora).
• 27/08/2025 ~ Fair of Saint Fanourios ~ Central Square of Mouresi Village
• 28-29/08/2025 ~ Fair of Saint Ioannis ~ Chorefto Beach
• 30-31/08/2025 ~ Pelio Mountain Mythology ~ Interactive story telling for children, with Ntalouka sisters ~ Achilopoulos Commercial School (organized by Municipality of Zagora).
• 14/09/2025 ~ Fair of Holly Cross ~ Central Square of Mouresi Village
• 03-05/09/2025 ~ Tsagarada Escape Festival. Three days of athletic and cultural fairs (organized by Touristic and Developmental Association)
• 04-05/10/2025 ~ Association of Makrirachi’s villagers all over the Greece ~ Mushroom Festival ~ Central Square of Makrirrachi.

Why choose 12 Months Resort & Spa

The answer is simple: because you want to experience Pelion as it truly deserves. 12 Months Resort & Spa, nestled in the lush greenery of Tsagarada, offers the perfect balance between comfort and authenticity. Take a short scenic drive and you’ll find yourself enjoying some of the most captivating cultural events in Pelion. Then, return to your room to unwind with a signature spa treatment, enjoy local cuisine, or simply relax by the pool with views of the Aegean.

A journey for all senses

You don’t just visit Pelion. You feel it. You walk it, taste it, hear it, and dance to its rhythm. The cultural events in Pelion are the most vibrant expression of this experience. They are the melodies that blend with the evening cicadas, the stories shared in centuries-old squares, the flavors of local honey and wine. But most of all, they are the people who welcome you as one of their own.

This summer, do something different. Don’t just choose a destination. Choose Pelion. Choose culture. And let 12 Months Resort & Spa host you the way only Pelion knows how.

Book your stay now and become part of Pelion’s living culture.