Cretan festivals

Explore this Greek custom and contact us to learn about the best panigiria to visit during your stay in CRETE!

A Greek panigiri is a type of fair or festival that celebrates the patron saint of the region it is held at with traditional Greek music, lots of dancing and large amounts of food.

The most amazing panigiria take place in the villages where they are perceived as the ‘event of the year’ and the locals prepare for them months in advance.

People gather in an open-air space, eating, drinking and dancing to the tunes of traditional Cretan folk music playing live from a band until the early morning hours. (if COVID permits we shall enjoy some excellent panigiria in Crete during summer 2022)