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Grigoris Samolis Open-Air Festival Planned for Heraklion June 7

Wednesday, 1 July 2026/Source: CretaOne/1 min read

A large open-air celebration is scheduled for June 7 at the parking area of the Indoor Sports Hall in Nea Alikarnassos, in the Dyo Aorakia neighborhood of Heraklion. The event will feature Greek singer Grigoris Samolis, known for traditional and folk-style music, and is expected to draw a large local crowd. Nea Alikarnassos is located just east of Heraklion city center, roughly 10 minutes from the port and close to Heraklion International Airport. Tourists staying in or around Heraklion on June 7 can attend this free community event to experience authentic local festivity and live Greek music. Expect increased traffic in the Nea Alikarnassos area that evening. The event offers a genuine cultural experience outside the typical tourist circuit and is open to the public.

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