Athens is turning up the volume this summer with one of its most exciting lineups of concerts and festivals in years. From legendary acts and buzzing newcomers to eclectic genres that span from soul to indie rock and electronic to blues—music lovers have plenty to look forward to. Here’s your guide to the must-see shows around town this June:
Plisskën Music Week (June 4–8, Lycabettus Theater)
Why go? It’s a wild, genre-spanning ride on Athens’ most iconic concert hill.
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June 4–6: Psychedelic rock trailblazers King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard perform three nights in a row—each night with a completely different setlist. Expect raw energy and marathon jam sessions. Supported by Aussie indie outfit King Stingray.
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June 7: Electronic music innovator Caribou (Canada) headlines, with opening act Marie Davidson, known for her dark, synth-driven soundscapes.
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June 8: Acclaimed Brooklyn art-rockers TV on the Radio bring their genre-bending sound to close out the festival.
Tickets from €25
Subset Festival – New Music Dialogues (June 4–8, Athens Conservatory)
A forward-thinking festival where modern music meets new media. Expect immersive sound installations, live performances by both rising and established international and Greek artists, and interactive workshops open to the public.
Tickets: €5
Lara Fabian – Voices Tour (June 4, Christmas Theater)
The celebrated Belgian-Canadian singer returns to Athens after seven years, reinterpreting classics like “Je t’aime” and “Je suis malade” with new arrangements.
Why go? For an emotional, romantic evening with one of pop’s most powerful voices.
Tickets from €65
Josh Smith (June 8, Gazarte)
The American blues guitar master fuses blues, rock, and jazz in a soul-stirring performance alongside Travis Carlton (bass) and Gene Lake (drums).
Why go? For technical brilliance and heartfelt blues that never go out of style.
Tickets: €35
Ibrahim Maalouf (June 10, Lycabettus Theater)
With two Grammy nominations under his belt, the Lebanese-French trumpeter brings his 17th album Trumpets of Michel Ange to Athens. Expect an innovative blend of Middle Eastern melodies and jazz improvisation.
Why go? For a fresh take on what jazz can be.
Tickets from €41.80
Dionysis Savvopoulos (June 14, Terra Vibe, Malakasa)
Celebrating 30 years of Rockwave Festival, the legendary Greek singer-songwriter performs his early, rock-infused repertoire in a special anniversary show.
Why go? For a uniquely Greek musical experience with a local legend.
Tickets from €19
IDLES (June 18, Plateia Nerou, Release Athens Festival)
Unapologetically raw and politically charged, IDLES fuse punk, post-hardcore, and noise rock into cathartic chaos.
Why go? For a loud, passionate night of contemporary rock with teeth.
Tickets from €48
Kaleo (June 19, Lycabettus Theater)
Hailing from Reykjavik, Iceland’s Kaleo blend blues, folk, and rock into hauntingly cinematic anthems. Don’t miss their return with new material from their 2025 album Mixed Emotions.
Why go? Because Icelandic rock never sounded so soulful.
Tickets from €55
Sir Tom Jones (June 21, Lycabettus Theater)
The Welsh icon is still going strong after 60 years, with a timeless setlist that includes “Delilah,” “Sex Bomb,” and “What’s New Pussycat.”
Why go? Because legends like Tom don’t come around often.
Tickets from €45 (price may vary)
Raining Pleasure (June 22, Odeon of Herodes Atticus)
One of Greece’s most successful English-singing bands reunites to play hits like “Fake” and “Capricorn” in the city’s most magical venue.
Why go? For indie nostalgia under the Acropolis.
Tickets from €5
The Stranglers (June 23, Odeon of Herodes Atticus)
Celebrating 50 years in music, this legendary UK band brings their punk-meets-new-wave classics like “Golden Brown” and “No More Heroes” to Athens.
Why go? Because real punk never dies.
Tickets from €36
The Jesus and Mary Chain (June 24–25, Gazarte)
The Scottish brothers behind this cult shoegaze band bring their dreamy noise-pop to Gazarte for two nights.
Why go? To get lost in a fuzz-drenched wall of sound.
Tickets from €35
Mikis Theodorakis Tribute (June 25, Panathenaic Stadium)
A massive open-air concert honors the life and work of Greece’s most iconic composer, featuring dozens of major Greek artists.
Why go? For a once-in-a-lifetime tribute in an epic venue.
Tickets: €12
Michael Kiwanuka (June 26, Odeon of Herodes Atticus)
The British soul-folk artist brings his unique blend of introspective lyrics and retro-soul sounds to the ancient stone stage.
Why go? Because his voice hits right in the heart.
Tickets from €45
The Hooters (June 26, Technopolis City of Athens)
Philadelphia’s beloved 80s rockers return with their unforgettable hits “Johnny B.” and “All You Zombies.”
Why go? Because their anthems still bring the good vibes.
Tickets: €40
Fontaines D.C. + Boy Harsher + Shame (June 27, Plateia Nerou, Release Athens Festival)
Fontaines D.C., the Irish band redefining modern post-punk, headline this killer lineup with American darkwave duo Boy Harsher and UK punks Shame in support.
Why go? Because this is the sound of now.
Tickets from €50
AIR – Moon Safari Live (June 29, Odeon of Herodes Atticus)
The legendary French electronic duo perform their iconic 1998 album Moon Safari live in full, surrounded by the grandeur of ancient marble.
Why go? For a truly atmospheric night of lush synth-pop.
Tickets from €55
