June in Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki in June transforms into a cultural capital, offering a rich variety of events to suit every taste. If you’re planning a getaway to the city, our hotel is the perfect base for exploring all the happenings of the month.
42nd Panhellenic Book Festival (June 23 – July 9)
On Thessaloniki’s seaside promenade, near the White Tower, the Book Festival welcomes readers and authors for 17 days filled with book presentations, discussions, and cultural events. This year, the festival is dedicated to poets Giorgos Vafopoulos and Kostis Palamas (Thessaloniki Travel)
Music & Theatre Events
June 6: Yiannis Kotsiras live concert at the Forest Theatre.
June 8: Concert with Sakis Rouvas and Nikos Makropoulos at Pyle Axiou. (Thessaloniki City Guide)
June 8: Joy Division tribute concert at Eightball Club. (Thessaloniki City Guide)
June 9: Children’s musical “Matilda – Melody of Happiness” at Radio City Theatre.
Rockwave Festival (June 28–29): A major music festival at Terra Republic featuring international and local artists. (AllEvents)
Ibrahim Maalouf (June 11): The renowned trumpeter presents his music at Moni Lazariston Theatre.
(AllEvents)
Summer Festival (June 9 – September 4): A series of concerts and theatre performances in the Garden and along the New Waterfront.
Forest Festival (May 31 – September 13): Cultural events held in open-air venues across the city.
Street Mode Festival (June): A celebration of street culture with music, dance, and art. (Wikipedia)
Exhibitions & Cultural Highlights
Dali-Cybernetics (until June 29): A unique exhibition combining Dalí’s surrealism with cybernetic art.
(ABC Hotel)
EuroPride (June 21–29): Pride festival with parades, cultural events, and parties. (ABC Hotel)
Open-Air Cinema: Outdoor film screenings—perfect for warm summer evenings.