Cyprus in September: The Biggest Festivals You Shouldn’t Miss
September brings a festive rhythm to Cyprus. As harvest season begins and villages celebrate tradition, the island transforms into a lively stage of music, food, dance, and culture. Whether you’re in the countryside or cities, here are the standout festivals to catch this September:
Traditional Village Festivals
Fourteen festive village events are listed for this September that showcase local produce, music, and folklore throughout Cyprus.
- Carob Festival – Peyia (September 6, Ayios Georgios Square): Enjoy demonstrations of traditional carob syrup, pasteli, zivania, local dishes and folkloric music.
- Pasteli Festival – Anogyra (September 6): Watch pasteli being made, taste carob sweets and dance to traditional tunes under the stars.
- Almond Dance – Limnatis (September 6): Celebrate almonds with folk dancing in the community park and free almond sweet treats.
- Bread & Baked Goods Festival – Galata (September 8): Learn about traditional milling trades and taste local breads and pastries with music and cultural exhibits.
- Olive Festival – Tseri (September 13): A long‑standing event (50+ years) celebrating olive oil traditions, rural crafts, live music and tastings.
- Potato Festival – Xylofagou (September 13‑14): Try Cypriot potato dishes, enjoy cooking demos, music and food stalls. Kokkinochoria in the area of Famagusta are famous for their potato cultivation.
These events offer an authentic window into Cyprus’s agricultural heritage—ideal for food lovers and culture seekers.
Grape & Harvest Celebrations in Limassol Region
Several Limassol-area villages welcome autumn with grape festivals:
- Omodos Holy Cross Festival (September 8–16) celebrates the Holy Cross with local vendors, folk dancing, and tastings in the square in front of the historic monastery.
- Vouni harvest celebration (around September 22): Features local food, museums, folk music and community performances in a scenic mountain village setting.
- Potamitissa Sausage Festival (September 28–29): A tasty weekend of sausage grilling, traditional music, and a walking trail through the countryside.
These grape harvest and rural fairs offer a snapshot of village life and seasonal tradition.
Limassol Wine Festival
Dates: ~ September 27 – October 5, 2025
Location: Limassol Municipal Public Gardens
The Wine Festival is Cyprus’s most iconic wine event, held annually since 1961. The festival runs nightly in the city gardens. Visitors can sample wines from across the island, enjoy traditional music, dancing, choral performances, and food booths. Entrance is free, and the atmosphere is vibrant and warm.
BEONIX Music Festival
Dates: 19–21 September 2025
Venue: ETKO, Limassol
Cyprus’s premier electronic music festival returns with world‑class DJs and immersive visual shows. Set in a former winery and factory site, BEONIX features multiple stages—Main, Hangar, Garden, Organic—hosting acts like Tale of Us, ARTBAT, Fatboy Slim, Miss Monique and more.
Kypria Festival – Cyprus’ Premier Arts & Culture Showcase
Running from early September to October, the Kypria Festival brings opera, ballet, theatre, dance, photography, and visual art to venues across Cyprus. Organised by the Ministry of Culture, it attracts top international and local talent in performance art.
At a Glance: September Festivals You Can’t Miss
- September 6: Carob (Peyia) • Pasteli (Anogyra) • Almond Dance (Limnatis)
- September 8: Bread & Baked Goods (Galata)
- September 13: Olive Festival (Tseri) • Potato Festival (Xylofagou)
- September 8–16: Omodos Holy Cross Festival
- September 19–21: BEONIX Electronic Music Festival (Limassol)
- September 22 (approx): Vouni Harvest Fest
- September 28–October 5: Limassol Wine Festival
- Ongoing from early Sept: Kypria Festival of theatre, music & dance
Whether you’re drawn to local harvest fairs, village feasts, contemporary art, or cutting‑edge electronic music, Cyprus in September is alive with festivals that reflect the island’s traditions—and its energy.
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