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From November 13 to 15, Cyprus has plenty on offer for those looking to spend their weekend exploring the island's cultural and entertainment scene. Art exhibitions, independent publishing, family concerts, motorsport displays and social gatherings feature in the programme, while the first Christmas celebrations of the season are also getting underway.
Friday, November 13
Awareness 2026: ReHeritAge
Acropolis Park in Nicosia will host the opening day of Awareness 2026: ReHeritAge, an annual creative gathering organised by the After / Project team. More than 25 artists will take part in an event combining visual art, live performances, workshops and activities. Music will also feature throughout the programme, with DJs and musicians contributing to the atmosphere. Friday's programme runs from 5pm to 11pm.
13th New Music Festival
Contemporary music takes centre stage at ARTos House in Nicosia, where the Cyprus Composers Centre continues its 13th New Music Festival. The concert series provides an opportunity to experience new musical compositions and contemporary creative work. Performances begin at 8pm, with free admission. The festival concludes on Saturday, November 14.
Saturday, November 14
Mind, Body & Spirit Wellbeing Festival
The St Raphael Resort & Marina in Limassol welcomes the 25th edition of the Mind, Body & Spirit Wellbeing Festival. The two-day programme brings together practitioners, instructors and visitors interested in holistic health and personal wellbeing. More than 100 activities, including workshops, presentations and talks, will be available alongside an exhibition and marketplace.
Saturday's programme runs from 10.30am to 8pm, with the festival continuing on Sunday.
Nicosia Alternative Book Festival
Independent literature and publishing will be celebrated at YALLA Collective Space & Café in Nicosia. Running across November 14 and 15, the festival will feature book markets, discussions, zines and presentations, bringing together independent publishers, literary groups and people interested in alternative publishing.
Awareness 2026: ReHeritAge
The artistic gathering at Acropolis Park continues for a second day, with Saturday's programme running from 10am until midnight. Visitors can explore the exhibition, attend workshops and enjoy performances, music and DJ sets.
Boyz Stuff Show
Motorsport enthusiasts can head to the Cyprus State Fair in Nicosia for the 22nd edition of the Boyz Stuff Show. Taking place over November 14 and 15, the exhibition will feature cars, motorcycles, motorsport engines and distinctive automotive displays. The event runs from 10am to 10pm on both days.
Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
The festive season gets an early start in Strovolos, where the municipality will organise its annual Christmas tree lighting celebration outside Strovolos Town Hall. Greek singer Panos Mouzourakis will provide the evening's entertainment, with the event beginning at 6pm. Children can look forward to a visit from Santa Claus and gifts, while complimentary mulled wine and hot chocolate will be available for visitors.
1st Baby Concert Festival
Young children and their families are invited to Ktima Demosthenous in Limassol for the first Baby Concert Festival. The afternoon combines music and creative activities, including face painting, instrument-making and a small market featuring baby products. The main attraction will be an interactive performance by the Baby Concert Band, designed to introduce young audiences to music. The festival runs from 3pm to 6pm.
Paphos Rock Social
Groovy Garden in Paphos is preparing an evening dedicated to the sounds of early 1990s rock. Starting at 6.30pm, the gathering will feature music spanning grunge, alternative rock, hard rock, metal and progressive rock. Visitors can also take part in jam sessions, games and ice-breaker activities, with food and drinks available. Entry is free.
Sunday, November 15
Mind, Body & Spirit Wellbeing Festival
The celebrations at St Raphael Resort & Marina continue, with Sunday's programme beginning at 9.45am and running until 8pm. Visitors can attend further workshops, talks and presentations, as well as explore the festival's exhibition and marketplace.
Nicosia Alternative Book Festival
The independent publishing event at YALLA Collective Space & Café enters its second and final day. Book markets, literary discussions, zines and presentations remain at the centre of the programme.
Boyz Stuff Show
The Cyprus State Fair continues its weekend of automotive displays, welcoming visitors between 10am and 10pm. The exhibition offers an opportunity to see an assortment of vehicles, motorcycles and motorsport-related exhibits.
Farmers Fest
A countryside outing awaits at Lexeko Estate in Lythrodontas, where Farmers Fest will bring together a vintage market, workshops and activities. Running from 11am to 6pm, the event offers a chance to spend Sunday exploring market stalls and taking part in activities in a rural setting. Admission costs €10 for adults and €5 for children.
F*ck the Small Talk
Those interested in meeting new people can take part in F*ck the Small Talk, a social experience taking place in Paphos from 1.30pm to 4.30pm. Rather than relying on conventional introductions and everyday conversation, the event uses games and organised activities to encourage participants to interact and form new connections. The experience is conducted in English, with tickets priced between €15 and €20.
Autumn Melodies
The A.G. Leventis Gallery in Nicosia will host a family jazz performance featuring the Marios Toumbas Trio and vocalist Ioanna Troullidou. Created for infants, toddlers and young children, Autumn Melodies invites families to experience jazz through movement, singing, play and interactive activities.
The musical programme includes works ranging from Joseph Kosma's Autumn Leaves to Louis Armstrong's What a Wonderful World. Selected pieces from the gallery's permanent art collection will accompany the performance, creating a meeting point between music and visual art.
Two sessions are scheduled, from 10.15am to 11.15am and from 11.45am to 12.45pm. Tickets cost €10, and the event is presented in Greek and English.
