The Magic of the Emerald Isle
Christmas in Corfu 2026:
Complete Event Schedule
From the high-energy Opening Ceremony to the ancient “Basmata” of Saint Spyridon, discover every detail of the holiday season in Corfu.
⚠️ PROVISIONAL SCHEDULE
This schedule is based on the official Municipal program of the previous season, adjusted for the 2026/27 calendar. While Corfiot traditions remain identical, official confirmation of final times will be released by the Municipality in late November.
Saturday, December 5th, 2026: OPENING DAY
18:00 | 📍 Michael Theotokis Square: OPENING CEREMONY of Christmas Events. Participation by: “METRON” Art Association – Recognized Dance Schools: Sotiri Bouchagiar, Christina Oikonomou, Niki Giannou, Tonia Gkasiali, Eva Petropoulou & Percussion Ensemble of the City Philharmonics. DJ set by Dimitris Metallinos & live concert by “BOOMBOX COLLECTIVE”.
19:30 | 📍 Municipal Theatre: Concert of Corfiot Cantata and Mandolinata featuring the Corfu Music School. Theme: “One More Song”.
Morning | 📍 Annunziata Square: Christmas Bazaar organized by the 2nd Special School of Corfu.
Sunday, December 6th, 2026
18:00 | 📍 Metropolis Cultural Center: Christmas event organized by the Lyceum Club of Greek Women of Corfu with the Youth Traditional Ensemble.
Monday, December 7th, 2026
Decoration: Primary schools throughout the city begin the official Decoration of Christmas Trees.
20:30 | 📍 Municipal Theatre: Charity concert by the Gastouri Philharmonic “Omonoia”, featuring choirs from the Music School, 3rd & 4th Gymnasiums & the mixed choir of the Lyceum Club. Featuring performer Tania Tsanaklidou.
Tuesday, December 8th, 2026
Morning | 📍 Annunziata Square: Christmas Bazaar by the Special Vocational Education Workshop.
Decoration: Christmas tree decoration continues by city primary schools.
Wednesday, December 9th, 2026
Morning | 📍 Annunziata Square: Christmas Bazaar by the Special Vocational Workshop continues.
13:00 | 📍 OKE Offices: Traditional Loukoumades (honey doughnuts) treat for the public.
18:00 | 📍 Municipal Theatre: The kindergarten “Oti Agapo” presents the children’s musical: “The Snowman with a Heart”.
Decoration: Tree decoration continue across town by city schools.
Thursday, December 10th, 2026
Morning | 📍 Annunziata Square: Christmas Bazaar by the Special Vocational Workshop continues.
Decoration: Tree decoration continue across town by Primary Schools.
Friday, December 11th, 2026: EVE OF ST. SPYRIDON
Morning | 📍 Annunziata Square: Christmas Bazaar by the Special Vocational Education Workshop.
Afternoon | 📍 Town Hall Square: Traditional Loukoumades treat at the Christmas Village.
Afternoon | 📍 Koulines: Christmas Event by the Cultural Association of Koulines.
Decoration: Primary schools finalize tree decorations today. Throughout the city, families prepare traditional “Tiganites” (fried doughnuts) for tonight’s celebration.
Saturday, Dec 12th, 2026: FEAST OF SAINT SPYRIDON
A Major Public Holiday: Corfu honors its Patron Saint. Expect grand church processions and liturgies. It is the absolute tradition to eat “Tiganites” fried doughnuts today throughout the town center.
Sunday, December 13th, 2026
Morning | 📍 Annunziata Square: Christmas Bazaar organized by the Corfu Music School.
Monday, December 14th, 2026
18:00 | 📍 New Stage Municipal Theatre: Christmas celebration by “STEP TO STEP” Studio.
Decoration: Tree decoration continue by local primary schools.
Tuesday, December 15th, 2026
18:00 | 📍 Town Hall Square: Choir performance by “Cantores Solis”.
18:30 | 📍 Town Hall Square: Choir performance by “il Canto” of Benitses.
19:00 | 📍 Plakada St. Spyridon: Epirus Association of Corfu “Lorentzos Mavilis” dance group.
20:00 | 📍 Municipal Theatre: Concert of Love & Solidarity by the Corfu Conservatory and AHEPA Corfu.
Decoration: Tree decorations continue by primary schools.
Wednesday, December 16th, 2026
09:30 | 📍 Municipal Theatre: Student performance of Molière’s “The Miser” by “ATHINON” Theatre.
12:00 | 📍 Annunziata Square: Concert by the Ecology Club Choir.
12:30 | 📍 Public Market (Laiki Market): Concert by the Ecology Club Choir continues.
18:00 | 📍 Town Hall Square: Dance event by “STEP TO STEP” Studio.
18:30 | 📍 Municipal Theatre: “PAPAGALAKIA” Kindergarten Christmas performance.
19:00 | 📍 Annunziata Square: “We dance and support the Bee and the Flame” charity event.
Decoration: Tree decoration continue by Primary Schools.
Thursday, December 17th, 2026
18:30 | 📍 Annunziata & Town Hall Square: Christmas songs performed by the Lyceum Club of Greek Women of Corfu.
Decoration: Tree decoration continues by Primary Schools.
Friday, December 18th, 2026
Morning | 📍 Annunziata Square: EQUAL SOCIETY Christmas Bazaar.
17:30 | 📍 Town Hall Square: Dance performance by the Sotiris Bouchagiar Dance School.
18:30 | 📍 Town Hall Square: Traditional Choir of the Corfu Dance Club.
19:00 | 📍 Annunziata Square: Charity concert by “The Ricci Project” supporting Faros Zoïs and Make-A-Wish Greece.
Decoration: Tree decoration continue.
Saturday, December 19th, 2026
11:30 | 📍 Town Hall Square: Dance event presented by “O LAODAMAS”.
11:00 | 📍 Pentofanaro: Presentation by “RITMO” School.
11:45 | 📍 Pentofanaro: BIKE RIDE WITH SANTA! organized by Orthopetalia Corfu and “STIRIXI”. Starts at Pentofanaro and ends at Town Hall Square.
12:30 | 📍 Town Hall Square: Traditional treats by the Corfu Chefs’ Club.
12:45 | 📍 Town Hall Square: Flute appearance by the Corfu Conservatory.
18:00 | 📍 Town Hall Square: Dance performance by recognized city schools (Bouchagiar, Oikonomou, Giannou, Gkasiali, Petropoulou).
18:15 | 📍 Plakada of St. Spyridon: Christmas Feast by the 5th Primary School & Kindergarten of Corfu.
19:30 | 📍 Town Hall Square: “STEP TO STEP” Studio dance performance.
20:00 | 📍 Municipal Theatre: Symphony Orchestra Concert by the “Old Philharmonic” (Philharmonic Society of Corfu).
Sunday, December 20th, 2026
11:00 – 13:30 | 📍 Town Hall Square: San Giacomo Cultural Association event.
11:30 | 📍 Municipal Theatre (New Stage): Christina Oikonomou presents “A Christmas Journey” dance performance.
17:30 | 📍 Town Hall Square: Cinema for Kids.
19:00 | 📍 Antivouniotissa Church: “Christ is Born, Glorify Him” event presented by DIPETHE.
Monday, December 21st, 2026
All Day: Final tree decorations continue by Primary Schools.
18:00 | 📍 Historic Centre: “Borgos” Choir of Potamos and Mandolinata.
18:30 | 📍 Historic Centre: Morfotikos Cultural Association of Afra.
19:00 | 📍 Historic Centre: Gouvia Cultural Association performance.
19:30 | 📍 Town Hall Square: Corfu Dance Club presents carols and dances from all over Greece.
Tuesday, December 22nd, 2026
No specific municipal events are scheduled for this day, providing a quiet evening to explore the festive Old Town lights and shops.
Wednesday, December 23rd, 2026
12:00 | 📍 Annunziata Square & Town Hall: Choir performance by the Lyceum Club of Greek Women.
18:00 | 📍 Historic Centre: Choirs of Kontokali and Avliotes with the Mandolinata.
18:15 | 📍 Plakada of St. Spyridon: Strings performance by the Corfu Conservatory.
18:30 | 📍 Annunziata Square: “Toy Collection” event by Faros Zoïs with Santa and Elves supporting the “Elpida” Oncology Hospital.
19:00 | 📍 Plakada St. Spyridon: Epirus Association Women’s Choir performance.
Thursday, December 24th, 2026: Christmas Eve
18:00 onwards | 📍 Historic Town Hall: Traditional “Kalanda” (Carols). Choirs, local associations, and the famous Philharmonic Bands march through the town performing for the public.
Friday, December 25th, 2026: CHRISTMAS DAY
A peaceful day for family feasting and church services. public organized events are closed as locals celebrate at home.
Saturday, December 26th, 2026
20:00 | 📍 Municipal Theatre: Christmas Concert by the “Mantzaros” Philharmonic Society (Blue Band).
Sunday, December 27th, 2026
18:00 | 📍 Historic Centre: “Lampovitissa” Choir of Afra and the Corfu Mandolinata performance.
18:30 | 📍 Town Hall Square: Sotiris Bouchagiar Dance School performance.
Monday, December 28th, 2026
19:00 | 📍 St. Francis Church: “The Heavens Declare the Glory of God” event presented by DIPETHE.
20:00 | 📍 Municipal Theatre: Christmas Concert by the “Kapodistrias” Philharmonic Union.
Tuesday, December 29th, 2026
17:30 – Late | 📍 Annunziata Square: Festive Music Event by the Chamber of Commerce, Commercial Association, and Catering Union.
17:30 | 📍 Town Hall Square: Cinema for kids.
Thursday, Dec 31st, 2026: New Year’s Eve
21:00 onwards | 📍 Town Hall Square: New Year’s Eve Celebration! Live music, DJ sets, and a massive countdown to 2027 in the heart of the Old Town.
Saturday, January 2nd, 2027
18:00 | 📍 Municipal Theatre of Corfu: A grand feast for children: “Archiminia and Archichronia” (First of the Month, First of the Year) presented by DIPETHE.
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