Greek-Irish Society

29/07/2026

Congratulations to Mike and Deirdre Jennings and the other people in our community on Sunday's truly historic All-Ireland win!

The roar of Mayo was heard on the Acropolis!

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James Joyce Irish Pub Athens Greece
Molly Malone's Irish Pub Athens Greece

19/07/2026

Today don't miss the

All-Ireland Hurling Final

featuring

Galway vs Limerick

in Dublin's Croke Park.

Throw-in is at 5.30pm Greek time.

The game will be broadcast live at:
* James Joyce Irish Pub Athens Greece
* Molly Malone's Irish Pub Athens Greece

Members of the Society will be in the James Joyce for the match, so please feel free to come along!

The Greek-Irish Society would like to wish its members from the competing counties the very best of luck!

The following Sunday, it's the turn of the footballers, with Kerry vs Mayo facing each other in the All-Ireland Football Final. Throw-in is at the same time and the match will also be shown in James Joyce/Molly Malone's.

18/07/2026

We are saddened to announce the death of Lorraine O’Brien-Iatridis, a former president of the Greek-Irish Society (2000-2001). Lorraine died peacefully, after a long illness bravely borne and surrounded by her family, on Wednesday on Aegina, where she lived for many years. She is survived by her husband Basil, son Andreas and siblings in Ireland. Cremation will take place on Monday and the family hope to hold a memorial at a later date in Aegina. The family will also hold a ceremony in memory of Lorraine in Ireland in the autumn.

On behalf of its membership, the Committee would like to extend its deepest sympathies to Basil, Andreas and Lorraine’s family and friends at this difficult time.

Suaimhneas síoraí dá hanam!

03/07/2026

It's all happening in Paxos this weekend, where a remarkable gathering of musical talent from Ireland and Greece will meet once again on the idyllic island of Paxos for the Irish Wings Festival, part of the Paxos Music Festival.

Special guest and headliner is Liam Ó Maonlaí, the iconic singer and front man of Hothouse Flowers, renowned for his soul-stirring voice, deep musical curiosity, and ability to move seamlessly between rock, folk, traditional music and improvisation. Joining him is Bright Phoebus, the house band of Irish Wings, a Greek-Irish ensemble conceived by leading Irish fiddle player and producer Dónal O’Connor that also includes Chrysoula Kechagioglou, Muireann Nic Amhlaoibh, Alexandros Kapsokavadis and Effie Zaitidou.

This year, Irish Wings returns to Paxos with an evening that promises to be unforgettable. Headlining is the legendary Liam Ó Maonlaí, the heart and soul of the Hothouse Flowers, with his deep, stirring voice and inexhaustible musical spirit. Joining him are Bright Phoebus, the Greek-Irish ensembl...

02/07/2026

A wonderful video of a fantastic festival!

Well done Inis/ Irish Festival!

Και του χρόνου!

15/06/2026

In celebration of Bloomsday (16 June), we’re giving you the chance to win books as part of the Global Book Giveaway!

Simply comment your favourite Irish author on this post. We’re selecting one winner per day, 15-17 June.

Με αφορμή τον εορτασμό του Bloomsday (16 Ιουνίου), σας δίνουμε την ευκαιρία να κερδίσετε βιβλία στο πλαίσιο του Παγκόσμιου Διαγωνισμού Δώρων Βιβλίων!

Απλά γράψτε στα σχόλια αυτής της ανάρτησης τον αγαπημένο σας Ιρλανδό συγγραφέα. Θα επιλέγουμε έναν νικητή την ημέρα, από τις 15 έως τις 17 Ιουνίου.

12/06/2026

The Embassy of Ireland, Greece, in association with the Greek-Irish Society, will be holding an Irish sports day on Thursday, 18 June, from 7–9pm at the Akadimia Platonasos soccer pitch in Kolonos (Dimitras 1).

The event is organised in the context of Refugee Week Greece.

Come and try your hand at the traditional Irish sports of Gaelic football and hurling with the Irish community in Greece!
Expect plenty of fun, friendly competition, and activities for all ages – a great opportunity to move, connect, and enjoy the spirit of community!

All welcome!

10/06/2026

How to get to the Athens Irish Festival:

Nearest metro is Anthoupoli.

🚌 A free shuttle bus service will also operate throughout the festival, running to and from the Peristeri Exhibition Center, located just a 5-minute walk from Anthoupoli Metro Station. Drop off is at the Chrysoupoli Stadium in Peristeri. The entrance to the festival is a 5-minute walk away (via stairs).

🚍 You can reach the venue via public transport from Anthoupoli Metro Station using the following buses:
* Bus A13 (Kipoupoli – Omonoia) - Get off at: 5th Kipoupolis Stop
* Bus 748 (Chrysoupoli – Anthoupoli – Peristeri Station) - Get off at: Antheon Stop

Πώς θα έρθετε στο Φεστιβάλ:

📍 Το Ανοιχτό Θέατρο Φοίνικα βρίσκεται στην Κηπούπολη Περιστερίου, στο τέρμα των οδών Αθηνάς & Προσκόπων.

🚍 Μπορείτε να έρθετε με αστική συγκοινωνία από το σταθμο μετρό Ανθούπολη με τα λεωφορεία:
- Λεωφορείο Α13 (Κηπούπολη – Ομόνοια) - κατεβαίνετε στη Στάση: 5η Κηπούπολης
- Λεωφορείο 748 (Χρυσούπολη – Ανθούπολη – Στ. Περιστέρι) - κατεβαίνετε στη Στάση Ανθέων

🚌 Επισης, καθ’ όλη τη διάρκεια του φεστιβάλ θα λειτουργεί δωρεάν πούλμαν μεταφοράς από και προς το Εκθεσιακό Κέντρο Περιστερίου, σε απόσταση μόλις 5 λεπτών με τα πόδια από τον σταθμό Μετρό Ανθούπολη. Θα αποβιβαζει στο γήπεδο Χρυσούπολης Περιστερίου. H είσοδος του φεστιβάλ είναι στα 5' περπάτημα (με σκαλιά).

✨ Επιλέξτε τον τρόπο που σας εξυπηρετεί και ελάτε να ζήσουμε μαζί μια μοναδική γιορτή πολιτισμού, μουσικής και δημιουργίας!

🎉 Σας περιμένουμε στο Φεστιβάλ!
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How to get to the Festival:

📍 The Phoenix Open-Air Theatre is located in Kipoupoli, Peristeri, at the end of Athinas & Proskopon streets.

🚍 You can reach the venue via public transport from Anthoupoli Metro Station using the following buses:

* Bus A13 (Kipoupoli – Omonoia) - Get off at: 5th Kipoupolis Stop

* Bus 748 (Chrysoupoli – Anthoupoli – Peristeri Station) - Get off at: Antheon Stop

🚌 A free shuttle bus service will also operate throughout the festival, running to and from the Peristeri Exhibition Center, located just a 5-minute walk from Anthoupoli Metro Station. Drop off is at the Chrysoupoli Stadium in Peristeri. The entrance to the festival is a 5-minute walk away (via stairs).

✨ Choose the option that suits you best and join us for a unique celebration of culture, music, and creativity!

🎉 We look forward to welcoming you to the Festival!

10/06/2026

All the fun at the Athens Irish Festival kicks off Friday!

08/06/2026

Bryan O'Leary will be one of the visiting Irish musicians at this year's Athens Irish Festival, which takes place this weekend, Friday to Saturday. Not to me missed!