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June 2018
JOIN CYPRUS IN CELEBRATING CULTURAL AND FRIENDSHIP BONDS , AND ROOTS .
JUNE 2ND — 3RD CYPRUS-RUSSIAN FESTIVAL : 14 events will span over 2 days , with over 1000 performers from both countries , to celebrate the bond between them and 12 years of progressive development . There will be a bicycle , and pram parades , art exhibitions , children ’ s activities , a moto parade and for the very first time , the festival will include a food court which will sample various recipes and delicacies to visitors . The famous Cypriot rock band MINUS ONE will be performing , alongside Julia Volkva from Russian duo t . A . T . u , The COOP band , Marina Zervou , and other big names . You don ’ t want to miss out . Location : Municipal Garden , Limassol www . cyprusrussianfestival . com
JUNE 15TH — 17TH CYPRUS RALLY : Once again the Cyprus Rally will bring a rush of adrenaline , as the rising stars of motorsport do battle on the island . Having held in Cyprus since 1970 , track returned to the ERC calendar in 2014 after a 15-year absence . The tarmac / gravel track will surely give the drivers a run for their money . Location : Troodos , Limassol www . fiaerc . com / event / cyprus-rally‐2018 www . cyprusrally . com . cy
JUNE 22ND — 24TH SHAKESPEAR- EAN NIGHTS : Come and see Cyprus amaze , with a tribute to one of the greatest ever writers , William Shakespeare . Location : Kourion Ampitheatre , Limassol www . shakespeareatcurium . com
July 2018
A DELECTABLE MONTH IN CYPRUS , FOR THOSE WITH EXQUISITE TASTE AND APPRECIATION FOR THE ARTS , MUSIC , FOOD , AND THE OUTDOOR LIFE .
JULY 14TH — THE KEO OPEN GOLF EVENT : This annual golf tournament hosted by the Cyprus Gold Federation is open to both members and non-members , and will feature a first , second , and third place winner .
Registration fees are levied at € 1 and € 35 for members and non-members respectively , and the deadline for registration is the 7th of July . www . cgf . org . cy / cgf-calendar
JULY — KOUMANDARIA FESTIVAL : Come and join Cyprus to celebrate the oldest named wine in the world , in the beautiful and history-filled city of Limassol . The 14 villages of the Koumandaria region all come together to showcase the art of making the oldest wine
36 in the world . The Commandaria museum in Zoopigi village will be a good place to start , to know the history behind this legendary “ wine of Kings and the king of wines ” as named by King Richard the Lionheart in 1191 . Location : All of Cyprus , and Limassol .
JULY — AMATHUSIA FESTIVAL : A free for all festival patronized by the Ministry of Education and Culture and showcases one of the great relics from the city ’ s past and the great sanctuary of Aphrodite , the Greek goddess of love and beauty . Expect a plethora of artists , bands , dance groups , and string quartets , from all over Cyprus and Europe . Location : Agora ruins , Amathus . For more information , AgiosTychonas Community Board : + 357 2532 3567
JULY 20TH — JULY 22ND THE AFRO- BANANA FESTIVAL : Awarded an EFFE , as one of the most prestigious festivals in Europe , the Afrobanana festival showcases local artists and talents in music , and other arts . Local cuisine , food and art stalls , camping and other outdoor activities will all feature over the duration of the festival . The event is one of the biggest music festivals in Cyprus . Location : Kornos forest , Larnaca . www . larnakaregion . com www . 2017 . afrobananarepublic . com
August 2018
CYPRUS , AND ESPECIALLY THE CITY OF LIMASSOL COMES TO LIFE WITH A FLURRY OF FESTIVALS TO KEEP YOU ENTERTAINED .
AUGUST 8TH — AUGUST 15TH FEAST OF THE DORMITION OF THE THEOKOTOS : This national holiday is celebrated to mark the death of Mary of Theotokos , mother of God . Originally a celebration by the Orthodox churches , the day festival has become synonymous to the whole island . Location : Kiti village , Larnaca For more Information , call + 357 24422233
AUGUST AND SEPTEMBER LIMAS- SOL WINE FESTIVAL : This 10-day long annual event of evening fun and frolic in August and September is open to one and all . 15,000 + visitors come to the Festival , pay an entry fee , and drink as much free wine as they wish . Transportation from other major cities is free . Local transportation can be made available by 4VIP- Tour . The site is dominated by the 7m tall ‘ The Vraga Man ’, a Cypriot winegrower . Festivities include traditional music , bouzouki , singing , dancing , Cypriot food priced cheaply , fireworks displays and treading of the grapes . Location : Limassol Municipal Gardens www . limassolmunicipal . com . cy / wine
AUGUST 31ST APHRODITE OPERA FESTIVAL : Another of the great Cyprus festivals is the Opera , often featuring an international cast . Set around Paphos Castle by the harbour , this is the highlight of the year for some people . Some years this event can fall in August so do check the calendar to see when it is being held . As always , 4VIPTour is on call for transportation . Location : Paphos www . the-real-cyprus . com / cyprus-festivals . html
September 2018
FOR THE FOOD ENTHUSIAST AND LOVERS , THIS MONTH SHOULD BE WHEN YOU VISIT CYPRUS , WITH AN ABUNDANCE OF TASTY FESTIVALS .
SEPTEMBER 2ND APHRODITE FES- TIVAL : The Aphrodite festival spills into the month of September , and delivers more awesome opera performances . Location : Medieval Castle , Paphos For more information , call : + 357 26822218
SEPTEMBER 8TH — SUNDAY 9TH CYPRUS INTERNATIONAL FOOD FESTIVAL : This mega showcase of Cypriot cuisine and some of the more traditional and cultural ties between the various cuisines in Cyprus , from the Mediterranean to the Far East . Hosted by the Interior Minister of Cyprus , the event is sure to be a delectable mouthful . www . cyprusinternationalfoodfestival . com
SEPTEMBER 27TH — SEPTEMBER 30THAGIA NAPA FESTIVAL : The first ever of its kind took place in1985 and since then the Agia Napa festival hasn ’ t looked back . One of the most famous resorts of the island hosts one the most anticipated annual event of the year , which usually takes advantage of the World Tourism Day to make a mega event that highlights the tradition and culture of the people of Ayia Napa and Cyprus . A great time is guaranteed and you won ’ t leave without feeling the warmth and legendary Filoxenia !! of the people . Location : Ayia Napa , Famagusta www . ayianapa . org . cy For more Information , call : + 357 23816307
October 2018
A MONTH OF CYPRIOT PRIDE AND FREEDOM . CELEBRATE LIBERTY .
OCTOBER 1ST — INDEPENDENCE DAY : This day in the year 1960 , was the day Cyprus became an independent , democratic , sovereign state . A day of pride and liberation , a large military parade , followed by a unique open ceremony at the President ’ s Palace , takes
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