The Municipality of Paralimni–Deryneia, in collaboration with the Agios Epifanios Cultural Academy, presents the second Traditional Culture Festival “Voices and Memories, ” a unique initiative dedicated to the history, traditions, and customs of Paralimni, featuring various artistic events in March and April.
The festival is a journey through the history and cultural heritage of the Parolimni region, aiming to preserve and highlight local customs and traditions.
Through exhibitions, activities, folklore events, and reenactments of traditional customs, the festival will offer the public the opportunity to learn about and experience firsthand the customs and traditions of Paralimni.
During this year’s festival, we explore the textures of Paralimni, reviving and unfolding aspects of culture, knowledge, and experience in our own time and place.
The festival has already become a staple of Cyprus’s cultural scene, highlighting the region’s rich heritage and strengthening the younger generation’s connection to its roots.
The Festival is held under the auspices of the Deputy Ministry of Culture.
Festival program:
Saturday, March 28, 2:00–5:00 p.m. and 6:00–9:00 p.m.
Basement of the Agios Dimitrios Cultural Center in Paralimni
Improvisational Music Workshop with Socrates Sinopoulos
Participation fee: €10 (Limited number of seats).
Registration: https://forms.gle/XeTP5t91Bzpat9Bn9
Event information: https://pdm.org.cy/events/mousiko-ergastiri-aftoschediasmou-me-ton-sokrati-sinopoulo/
Sunday, March 29, 8:00 p.m.
Old Church of St. George, Paralimni
“The Lyre Meets Cyprus,” a concert featuring the acclaimed artist Socrates Sinopoulos.
Free admission
Information: https://pdm.org.cy/events/synavlia-me-ton-sokrati-sinopoulo-i-lyra-synanta-tin-kypro/
Friday, April 3, 8:00 p.m.
Xenion Amphitheater, Paralimni
“Like a Prayer,” a concert by the Famagusta Traditional Music Orchestra, conducted by Michalis Kouloumis. Featuring Maria Anamaterou and the Byzantine Choir “Tropaiophoros”.
Free admission
Information: https://pdm.org.cy/events/i-maria-anamaterou-se-synavlia-me-tin-orchistra-paradosiakis-mousikis-ammochostou/
Saturday, April 4, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Courtyard of the Metropolitan Church of St. George in Paralimni
“Breath of the Roots” by the Paralimni Youth in collaboration with the Municipality of Paralimni–Deryneia.
The square is transformed into a vibrant space for tradition, creativity, and intergenerational gathering.
Free admission
Information: https://pdm.org.cy/events/pnoi-stes-rizes/
Easter Sunday, April 12, 8:00 p.m.
Agios Georgios Square, Paralimni
Traditional Concert.
Featuring: Eleni Mavroudi, the “Erofili” Music and Dance Ensemble of Rethymno, Crete, and the “Antama” Dance School
Free admission
Easter Monday, April 13, 4:00 p.m.
Agios Georgios Square
Traditional Easter games
Free admission
Easter Monday, April 13, 7:00 p.m.
Agios Georgios Square
The Panayrin of Agios Georgios.
Artistic program curated by: “Para ti Limni” Cultural Workshop.
Wednesday, April 15, 8:00 p.m.
Traditional House of Paralimni
Concert “Cypriot and Zornetika Music” featuring the band “Ta Takouria.” Featuring: Kyriakos Markoullis, Giannis Laoutaris, and Christos Isidorou.
Free admission
Thursday, April 16, 7:00 p.m.
Paralimni–Deryneia Town Hall Event Hall
Opening of the “Paralimni Lake” Photography Exhibition in collaboration with the “Paralimni Lake Photography” group. The exhibition will remain open until April 22.
Free admission
Thursday, April 23, 7:00 p.m.
Agios Georgios Garden, Paralimni
“Paralimni Traditions”. Traditional costumes, embroidered shirts, photographs, voices, and memories come to life through a multifaceted and interactive presentation.
Free admission
Saturday, April 25, 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Courtyard of the Metropolitan Church of St. George in Paralimni
Festival of Love and Giving. Organizers: Anemoessa Choir of the Metropolitan Church of St. George in Paralimni, in collaboration with the Municipality of Paralimni–Deryneia and the ensembles of the Metropolitan Church of St. George in Paralimni.
Free admission
