Megaron Garden Unveils Lush Summer Program

As the Greek capital braces for the first summer heatwaves, one cultural oasis is promising both a breath of fresh air and a breath of fresh culture: the Megaron Garden, the 4.5-acre park surrounding the Athens Concert Hall. With lush greenery, balmy evenings, and a newly announced summer program packed with music, cinema, and live performances, the Garden is set to be one of the city’s most cherished cultural refuges from mid-June through early July.

Every summer, the beating heart of music moves outdoors, and this year is no exception. As organizers put it, “Every summer, the heart of music beats in the heart of Athens: in the green Megaron Garden! This year, from June through July, we return to the coolest corner of the city with a rich and colorful program of concerts, shows, and surprises for all ages.”

From nostalgic tributes to legendary Greek composers and jazz tributes to Miles Davis, to silent cinema with live music, children’s puppet theatre, and epic garden parties, the 2025 Megaron Garden Festival is a celebration for all senses — and all ages.

A Taste of the Season’s Highlights

June 11 | Opening Night: A Tribute to Thanos Mikroutsikos
The season opens with a heartfelt musical homage to one of Greece’s most influential composers, Thanos Mikroutsikos, featuring acclaimed singer Rita Antonopoulou and the multi-member band Revans.

June 13 | Cinema under the stars: “Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde” with live piano
A masterpiece of early horror cinema is brought to life with a live performance by jazz pianist Nikolas Anadolis, who soundtracks John Barrymore’s haunting performance in the 1920 silent classic. A Friday the 13th not to be missed.

June 14 | Stathis Anninos Quartet & Katerina Polemi: “Meeting in the Garden”
A musical journey from Greece to Latin America, featuring high-energy performances and a collaborative spirit — joined by music students from the Alimos Music School.

June 15, 26, July 3 & 7 | Free UNITEL Screenings
Free outdoor screenings of recorded concerts and opera performances, courtesy of UNITEL, one of the world’s premier producers and distributors of cultural content.

June 17–18, 24–25, July 1–2 | Karagiozis Takes the Stage
The beloved Greek shadow puppet returns in a whimsical adaptation of Aristophanes’ “Peace”, directed by Elias Karellas. With Karagiozis soaring to Mount Olympus on a giant dung beetle, these performances delight young and old alike.

June 19 | Panos Mouzourakis Live: “Growing Up”
A megastar returns with his band to electrify the Garden with new hits and familiar favorites, blending theatrical flair with rock charisma.

June 21 | World Music Day Celebration
The garden will overflow with sound in a free celebration of World Music Day, welcoming the summer solstice in style.

June 27 | Kostis Maraveyas: Two Nights of Joy
Back for his annual garden party, the ever-smiling Kostis Maraveyas invites audiences to dance and sing under the stars with two high-energy, sold-out-worthy concerts.

July 4 | Petros Klampanis: “Remembering Miles”
Jazz bassist and composer Petros Klampanis leads a bold tribute to Miles Davis, with fresh arrangements and unexpected reinterpretations where the bass takes center stage.

July 5 | Burger Project & Friends: A Family Garden Party
Beloved by all ages, the Burger Project returns with DJs, dancing, guest artists, and a wild, joy-filled garden bash from afternoon till night.

July 9 | Alekos Vretos & Friends: Mediterranean Jazz Vibes
Greek oud maestro Alekos Vretos invites fellow musicians for an open-air night of Mediterranean sounds, from traditional to jazz. Sit back, sip something cool, and let the music carry you away.

July 11 | “My First Rose”: Voutsikakis & Nikolakopoulou
Singer Thodoris Voutsikakis and lyricist Lina Nikolakopoulou present a summer program full of Greek melodies and Mediterranean warmth, in what promises to be an unforgettable closing concert.