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Greece's summer sales season kicks off July 13 with 20-30% discounts

Friday, 10 July 2026/Source: Google News/1 min read

Greece's summer sales season (known locally as "ekptoseis") kicks off on July 13, 2026, and runs for several weeks across the country, including all major Cretan cities such as Heraklion, Chania, Rethymno, and Agios Nikolaos. High street shops, boutiques, and many local retailers participate, offering discounts on clothing, footwear, accessories, and household goods. Reductions typically start at 20-30% and increase as the season progresses. Shops are generally open Monday through Saturday, with some extending hours during the sales period. Tourists visiting Crete from July 13 onward can take advantage of these official sales to pick up Greek fashion, leather goods, and local products at reduced prices. Payment by card is widely accepted, though carrying some cash is advisable for smaller independent stores.

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