Event· Santorini (Thira)· Greece — Cyclades
Ifestia Festival (Santorini)
36° 24.9′ N · 25° 25.9′ E · approximate
Santorini's summer festival named for the god of fire, with a re-enactment of the volcanic eruption in fireworks over the caldera, plus concerts and dance.
Practical
Held annually in August (Greeka); exact dates and the viewing location change each year, so check local listings. Coordinates are Fira town (approx: representative location). Expect extra boat traffic in the caldera on fireworks night, and keep clear of the launch area.
Best for
Fireworks over the caldera from the water
Season
August
Nearby
- Fira Town (Santorini)Right here
- Central Clinic of Santorini (Fira)0.3 NM away
- Fira Old Port & Cable Car0.3 NM away
- Fira–Oia Caldera Hike0.3 NM away
- Santorini Seismic Access Restrictions0.3 NM away
- Fira Cruise-Ship Buoys & Tender Lane (Caldera)0.4 NM away
- Caldera Depths & Cruise-Ship Traffic0.6 NM away
- Santorini Hospital & Clinics (Fira)0.6 NM away