June 2026 events calendar
Rethymno Events in June 2026
Concerts, theatre, exhibitions, cultural nights and local festivals happening across Rethymno this June.
What’s on in Rethymno in June 2026
June brings longer evenings, open-air culture, local exhibitions, live music, theatre, village events and family-friendly performances across Rethymno. Use this archive to compare dates, venues and reservation details before making plans.
Event details can change. Confirm final times, tickets and reservations directly with the venue or organizer before planning around a specific performance.
Event dates in June 2026
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Vasilis Makedakis Live at Cretan Aroma
Rhythms Without Borders at Erofili Theatre
Gemma Live at Tzamaika Beach Bar
Vasilis Makedakis Live at Cretan Aroma
Cretan Aroma, Agouseliana / Agios Ioannis, Rethymno
Vasilis Makedakis performs live at Cretan Aroma in the municipality of Agios Vasileios on Monday, June 1, for the Holy Spirit holiday.
Tickets / reservations: Reservations: 6979 029483.
A Festival: Spyridoula Daoula Exhibition, Nostalgia
Artillery Building, Fortezza Castle, Rethymno
Part of A Festival, this visual art exhibition by Spyridoula Daoula explores the theme of Nostalgia. The exhibition is listed from May 30 to June 6, with opening hours from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
Tickets / reservations: No ticket information was listed. The exhibition opening is listed for Wednesday, June 3 at 8:00 PM.
Municipality of Mylopotamos Honors Michalis Troulis
Agia Mylopotamos, Cultural Association Hall, Rethymno
An honorary evening dedicated to Michalis Troulis, recognizing his contribution and long-standing presence in the local community. The program includes greetings, a keynote talk, traditional music and hospitality from the Agia Cultural Association.
Tickets / reservations: Public cultural event. No ticket information was listed.
Nikos Alexiou Exhibition: Fragile Traces of Symbols
Museum of Contemporary Art of Crete, Mesolongiou 32, Rethymno
The Museum of Contemporary Art of Crete presents a retrospective exhibition of works by Nikos Alexiou, curated by Maria Marangou. The exhibition runs from May 9 to November 6, 2026.
Tickets / reservations: Opening hours listed: Tuesday-Friday 9:00 AM-2:00 PM and 7:00 PM-9:00 PM, Saturday-Sunday 10:00 AM-3:00 PM. Closed Mondays.
Rebetiko Night at Farmasea
Farmasea, Eleftheriou Venizelou 35, Rethymno
A weekly Tuesday rebetiko night at Farmasea on the Rethymno seafront.
Tickets / reservations: Reservations: 28310 56615 or 698 0273813.
Dance Festival 2026 by the Tzanidakis Folklore Group
Mikrasiaton Square, Rethymno Old Town
The Tzanidakis Folklore Group presents its annual dance celebration in the heart of Rethymno Old Town, featuring dance sections from the school.
Tickets / reservations: Free admission.
Sacred Trees Group Art Exhibition
Charoupomylos, Panormo, Rethymno
A group exhibition by 33 artists reflecting on the relationship between people, trees, forests and the environment. The exhibition is listed from May 16 to October 31, 2026.
Tickets / reservations: Open Wednesdays and Saturdays, 7:00 PM-9:30 PM. No ticket information was listed.
Antiheroes Theatre Group: Rhythms Without Borders
Erofili Theatre, Fortezza, Rethymno
The mixed theatre group Antiheroes presents Rhythms Without Borders: The Four Elements of Nature, a music-theatre performance with movement, live percussion, traditional rhythms and poetic stage imagery.
Tickets / reservations: Free admission.
Music Night at Farmasea
Farmasea, Eleftheriou Venizelou 35, Rethymno
Themis Xezonakis and Vasilis Aktoudianakis perform live at Farmasea as part of the venue’s Thursday music nights.
Tickets / reservations: Reservations: 28310 56615 or 698 0273813.
Fausta by Bost
Theatrikos Periplous Theatre, Mastabas, Rethymno
Theatrikos Periplous presents Fausta, the sharp comedy by Bost, directed by Maria Kantife. Performances are listed for June 4, 5, 6 and 7 at the theatre on Fryganaki 46.
Tickets / reservations: Presale EUR15. Phone reservations EUR17, paid at the entrance on the day of the performance. Door price EUR17. Reservations / information: 6945 458516.
World Environment Day at the Municipal Garden
Municipal Garden of Rethymno
A natural-history walk through the Municipal Garden, with stops at notable trees, historical remnants and garden landmarks. The walk is led by Giorgos Ktistakis and Haris Stratidakis.
Tickets / reservations: Free to attend.
Subzero Music Lab Presents Giorgis Xylouris (Psarogiorgis)
Periigitiki Club of Rethymno, Agiou Frangiskou 1
Subzero Music Lab welcomes Giorgis Xylouris, also known as Psarogiorgis, with Giannis Papatzanis on percussion and Giannis Polychronakis on double bass.
Tickets / reservations: Doors open at 8:30 PM. Admission EUR12.
Sitarsonic Live at Tzepeto
Tzepeto Cooperative, Katechaki Street, Rethymno Old Town
Sitarsonic performs a live set that brings together sitar and electronic music at Tzepeto, below the Fortezza.
Tickets / reservations: Ticket or reservation details were not listed. Confirm with Tzepeto before going.
Cretan Music Night at Vibes All Day Coffee & Bar
Vibes All Day Coffee & Bar, Kountourioti 137, Rethymno
A Cretan music night with Giannis Troullinos on lyra, Giorgos Mathioudakis on laouto, Stavros Kanakakis on laouto and vocals, and Manos Priniotakis on laouto.
Tickets / reservations: Reservations: 28310 55106.
Fausta by Bost
Theatrikos Periplous Theatre, Mastabas, Rethymno
A second listed performance of Fausta by Bost at Theatrikos Periplous.
Tickets / reservations: Presale EUR15. Phone reservations EUR17, paid at the entrance. Door price EUR17. Reservations / information: 6945 458516.
Music Night at Mezedopoleio 50/50
Mezedopoleio 50/50, Plastira 6, Rethymno Old Town
Dimitris Sakellaridis and Manos Choudetsanakis perform live at Mezedopoleio 50/50 in the Old Town.
Tickets / reservations: Reservations: 6972 055312.
Christos Retsis Painting Exhibition: IMPULSIVS
Gargaro Gallery, Vernardou 41, Rethymno Old Town
Gargaro Gallery hosts the painting exhibition IMPULSIVS by Christos Retsis from June 6 to June 20, 2026.
Tickets / reservations: Free admission. Opening hours listed: 11:00 AM-3:00 PM and 6:00 PM-9:00 PM, Tuesday to Saturday.
Summer Concert by the Hellenic Conservatory of Rethymno
Rethymno Conservatory, Pantelis Prevelakis Hall, Vernardou 2
The Hellenic Conservatory of Rethymno presents a summer concert with the children’s choir Chorus ’87 and students of the conservatory. The choir is conducted by Giannis Mentzelopoulos, with Natasa Efentaki on piano.
Tickets / reservations: Free admission.
Fausta by Bost
Theatrikos Periplous Theatre, Mastabas, Rethymno
A third listed performance of Fausta by Bost at Theatrikos Periplous.
Tickets / reservations: Presale EUR15. Phone reservations EUR17, paid at the entrance. Door price EUR17. Reservations / information: 6945 458516.
Karagiozis the Singer in Somatas
Cultural Association of Somatas, Rethymno
A shadow-theatre performance by Athos Danellis and the Shadow Theatre of Crete, with group games and a creative table for painting and making Karagiozis figures before the show.
Tickets / reservations: Entry EUR2. Arrival time listed at 7:00 PM.
2nd Celebration of Students in Rethymno
Mikrasiaton Square, Rethymno Old Town
The 2nd Celebration of Students turns the city centre into a meeting point for music, creativity and celebration, with local schoolchildren participating through a choral music program.
Tickets / reservations: Public event. No ticket information was listed.
Fausta by Bost
Theatrikos Periplous Theatre, Mastabas, Rethymno
The final listed June performance of Fausta by Bost at Theatrikos Periplous.
Tickets / reservations: Presale EUR15. Phone reservations EUR17, paid at the entrance. Door price EUR17. Reservations / information: 6945 458516.
400 Years of the Rimondi Fountain
House of Culture, Vernardou 10, Rethymno
A commemorative evening marking 400 years of the Rimondi Fountain, with talks on Renaissance fountains in Crete and the Rimondi Fountain itself, followed by a walk to the monument, an on-site guided visit and music by the clarinet ensemble of the Municipal Philharmonic of Rethymno.
Tickets / reservations: Free admission.
1st Antikristo Night in Rethymno with Petros Maroulis
Cultural Association of Armeni, Armeni, Rethymno
A special evening of Cretan food and tradition at the Cultural Association of Armeni, combining antikristo, one of Crete’s distinctive cooking traditions, with live music by Petros Maroulis.
Tickets / reservations: Reservations: 695 537 6029. Entrance fee: EUR20 with meal included.
Music Night at Farmasea
Farmasea, Eleftheriou Venizelou 35, Rethymno
Themis Xezonakis and Vasilis Aktoudianakis perform live at Farmasea as part of the weekly Thursday music series.
Tickets / reservations: Reservations: 28310 56615 or 698 0273813.
Rebetiko Night at Tzepeto
Tzepeto Cooperative, Katechaki & Cheimaras, Rethymno Old Town
Chryso Kavouni on guitar and vocals and Katerina Gkountelaki on vocals perform a rebetiko night at Tzepeto in the Old Town.
Tickets / reservations: Ticket or reservation details were not listed. Confirm with Tzepeto before going.
Fausta by Bost
Theatrikos Periplous Theatre, Mastabas, Rethymno
Theatrikos Periplous presents another June performance of Fausta, Bost’s sharp comedy directed by Maria Kantife, at the theatre on Fryganaki 46 in Mastabas.
Tickets / reservations: Presale EUR15. Phone reservations EUR17, paid at the entrance. Door price EUR17. Reservations / information: 6945 458516.
A Festival: Screening of the Documentary Loxi
Municipal Garden of Rethymno
As part of A Festival, the Municipal Garden hosts a screening of the documentary Loxi, directed by Dimitris Zachos and Thanasis Kafetzis.
Tickets / reservations: Free entrance.
Music Night at Mezedopoleio 50/50
Mezedopoleio 50/50, Plastira 6, Rethymno Old Town
Dimitris Sakellaridis and Manos Choudetsanakis perform live at Mezedopoleio 50/50 in the Old Town.
Tickets / reservations: Reservations: 6972 055312.
Children’s Reading Club Meeting
Municipal Garden of Rethymno
The Public Central Library of Rethymno hosts the final Children’s Reading Club meeting of the school year, inspired by Fotis Dousos’ book Without Thorns: Skan, Agatha and Felix Trypanis, with a treasure-hunt style activity.
Tickets / reservations: Participants should have read the full book. Registration / information: 28310 29215 or 28310 21246.
The Happy Prince at the Public Library
Public Central Library of Rethymno
New Acropolis presents a music-theatre performance based on Oscar Wilde’s The Happy Prince, bringing the story to life with music, theatre and narration for children and adults.
Tickets / reservations: Free admission.
Sacred Trees Group Art Exhibition
Charoupomylos, Panormo, Rethymno
The Sacred Trees group exhibition by 33 artists continues in Panormo, exploring the relationship between people, trees, forests and the environment.
Tickets / reservations: Open Wednesdays and Saturdays, 7:00 PM-9:30 PM. No ticket information was listed.
Pre-Festival Event for the 18th Anti-Racist Festival
Mikrasiaton Square, Rethymno Old Town
A pre-festival gathering ahead of the 18th Anti-Racist Festival of Rethymno, listed at Mikrasiaton Square.
Tickets / reservations: Public event. No ticket information was listed.
Entechno and Laiko Music Night
10th Primary School of Rethymno
The parents’ association of the 10th Primary School of Rethymno hosts an evening of entechno and laiko Greek music in the school courtyard.
Tickets / reservations: Ticket or reservation details were not listed in the calendar.
Fausta by Bost
Theatrikos Periplous Theatre, Mastabas, Rethymno
A Saturday performance of Fausta by Bost at Theatrikos Periplous in Mastabas.
Tickets / reservations: Presale EUR15. Phone reservations EUR17, paid at the entrance. Door price EUR17. Reservations / information: 6945 458516.
Rebetiko Gathering at To Chalikouti
To Chalikouti, Katechaki 3, Fortezza pedestrian street, Rethymno
To Chalikouti welcomes a rebetiko duo for an early Sunday evening music gathering on the Fortezza pedestrian street.
Tickets / reservations: Ticket or reservation details were not listed. Confirm with the venue before going.
Fausta by Bost
Theatrikos Periplous Theatre, Mastabas, Rethymno
The Sunday June performance of Fausta by Bost at Theatrikos Periplous.
Tickets / reservations: Presale EUR15. Phone reservations EUR17, paid at the entrance. Door price EUR17. Reservations / information: 6945 458516.
A Festival: Antihero and Stelianna Screenings with Solistes Choir
Municipal Garden of Rethymno
A Festival presents screenings of How to Train an Antihero and Stelianna, followed by a concert from the Solistes choir.
Tickets / reservations: No ticket information was listed in the calendar.
Truth – Lie by the A.PS.E.N.T.I. Theatre Group
Rethymno
The A.PS.E.N.T.I. theatre group of the Rethymno Association of Families and Friends for Mental Health presents Truth – Lie, closing its yearly cycle of meetings with a public performance.
Tickets / reservations: No ticket or reservation details were listed.
Student Concerts by the Municipal Conservatory
Municipal Conservatory of Rethymno
Students from the guitar, piano and traditional instrument classes of the Municipal Conservatory of Rethymno present end-of-year student concerts.
Tickets / reservations: No ticket information was listed.
The Emperor’s New Clothes
Mikro Theatro Rethymno
Mikro Theatro Rethymno presents a children’s music-theatre adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen’s The Emperor’s New Clothes, adapted and directed by Giannis Perogamvrakis.
Tickets / reservations: General admission EUR10.
Grigoris Samolis Live in Achlades
Achlades, Municipality of Mylopotamos, Rethymno
Grigoris Samolis performs live in Achlades in the Municipality of Mylopotamos, in an event organized by the local cultural association.
Tickets / reservations: Free admission.
Student Concerts by the Municipal Conservatory
Municipal Conservatory of Rethymno
A second evening of student concerts from the Municipal Conservatory of Rethymno, featuring guitar, piano and traditional instrument classes.
Tickets / reservations: No ticket information was listed.
Rebetiko Night at Farmasea
Farmasea, Eleftheriou Venizelou 35, Rethymno
The weekly Tuesday rebetiko night continues at Farmasea on the Rethymno seafront.
Tickets / reservations: Reservations: 28310 56615 or 698 0273813.
The Emperor’s New Clothes
Mikro Theatro Rethymno
Mikro Theatro Rethymno presents a second listed performance of its children’s music-theatre adaptation of The Emperor’s New Clothes.
Tickets / reservations: General admission EUR10.
Music from Domna Samiou’s The Three Goods of the Earth
Courtyard of the Cultural Association of Roussospiti, Rethymno
A concert inspired by Domna Samiou’s historic album The Three Goods of the Earth, with Giannis Chalkiadakis, Giannis Sinis, Nikos Mermingas and participants from the Art of Rhythm in Education program.
Tickets / reservations: Free admission.
Klidonas Custom Revival by the Lyceum Club of Greek Women
Mikrasiaton Square, Rethymno Old Town
The Lyceum Club of Greek Women of Rethymno revives the traditional Klidonas custom with music, ritual elements and dances from Crete, Macedonia and Eastern Romylia.
Tickets / reservations: Public cultural event. No ticket information was listed.
Dance School Closing Celebration by Omilos Vrakoforon Kritis
Mikrasiaton Square, Rethymno Old Town
Omilos Vrakoforon Kritis hosts its dance school closing celebration for children’s, teen and adult groups, with music by Nikos Manioudakis and his group.
Tickets / reservations: Public event. No ticket information was listed.
Music Night at Farmasea
Farmasea, Eleftheriou Venizelou 35, Rethymno
Themis Xezonakis and Vasilis Aktoudianakis perform live at Farmasea as part of the Thursday music series.
Tickets / reservations: Reservations: 28310 56615 or 698 0273813.
Mikis Theodorakis II: Contemporary Art Exhibition
Art Gallery Morfes, Govatzidaki 18, Rethymno Old Town
Art Gallery Morfes opens Mikis Theodorakis II: The Man, the Musician, the Politician, the Revolutionary, a contemporary art exhibition marking 100 years since the birth of Mikis Theodorakis.
Tickets / reservations: Free admission. Exhibition dates: June 19-July 25, 2026. Hours listed: Monday-Saturday 9:00 AM-2:00 PM, and Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 6:00 PM-9:00 PM. Information: 28310 50271.
Nikos Gonianakis Live at Kalonykti Tavern
Kalonykti Tavern, Rethymno
Nikos Gonianakis performs live at Kalonykti Tavern for a Friday night music event.
Tickets / reservations: Entrance EUR20 with full menu included.
Mikeius: Incorrect
Cineland Pantelis, Screen 1, Rethymno
Mikeius brings Incorrect, his new stand-up comedy show, to Rethymno with new material and his familiar sharp comic style.
Tickets / reservations: Presale EUR13 through More.com, the Public store network and at the box office on the day of the show.
Gemma Live at Tzamaika Beach Bar
Tzamaika Beach Bar, Gerani Bridge, Rethymno
Gemma and Ekastos perform live at Tzamaika Beach Bar for a summer night by the sea, with a set mixing familiar songs and new material.
Tickets / reservations: Early bird EUR8, presale EUR10, general admission EUR12. Physical presale points listed: Tzamaika, Rubik Cafe and Optika Costa Costa. Online presale: Gemma official event page.
Songs We Love at Mythodia Theatre
Mythodia Theatre, Gerani, Rethymno
Songs We Love returns to Mythodia Theatre with Michalis Panagiotakis, Dimitris Kanlis and Dimitris Chartzoulakis performing favourite melodies from Greek laiko song.
Tickets / reservations: Entrance EUR10. Children under 12 enter free.
European Music Day in Rethymno
Mikrasiaton Square, Rethymno Old Town
Celebrate European Music Day with a special open-air concert presented by the Municipality of Rethymno’s Department of Music Education. The evening features performances by the Rethymno Municipal Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Stelios Apostolakis, and the Rethymno Municipal Choir, directed by Isidora Chalkiadaki. Together, they will perform a rich programme celebrating the power of music to bring together people, cultures and generations.
Admission: Free for everyone.
50 Years of OKA Arkadi: A Celebration of Sport and Culture
Erofili Theatre, Fortezza, Rethymno
OKA Arkadi celebrates 50 years of contribution to sport, youth and the local community with a major cultural evening at Erofili Theatre. The concert features Vasilis Lekkas, Pantelis Thalassinos and guitarist Manolis Androulidakis.
Tickets / reservations: Presale EUR18, door EUR20, student ticket EUR15. Presale points listed: OKA Arkadi offices, Kritiki Epitheorisi offices, Klapsinakis Bookstore, Selida Bookstore, and the Four Martyrs Square kiosk from June 15 to June 22. OKA Arkadi office phone: 28310 26433.
Panos Vlachos Live at Mythodia Theatre
Mythodia Theatre, Gerani, Rethymno
Panos Vlachos comes to Mythodia Theatre in Gerani, Rethymno as part of his summer tour. His live show combines music, performance energy and storytelling, shaped for open-air summer venues.
Tickets / reservations: EUR17. Tickets: more.com.
Pavlos Vlastos Year: Scientific Conference in Rethymno
Theomitor Centre for Social and Cultural Service, Psychountaki 5, Rethymno
A scientific conference dedicated to Pavlos Vlastos, widely regarded as a father of Cretan folklore, marking 100 years since his death. The event is part of the 2026 Year of Pavlos Vlastos program.
Tickets / reservations: Free entrance.
Rethymno Events FAQ
Are there free events in Rethymno in June?
Yes. Several June events list free admission, including public cultural events, exhibitions, the World Environment Day walk, the Rimondi Fountain anniversary event and selected performances.
Do I need reservations for June events?
For live music venues and theatre performances, reservations are recommended when a phone number is listed. The event cards above include reservation numbers where they were provided in the calendar.
Where do most June events happen?
Many events happen in Rethymno Old Town, the Fortezza area, the Municipal Garden, local galleries, live music venues and nearby villages such as Armeni, Gerani and Agia Mylopotamos.
Is this Rethymno events page updated?
This page is organized as a monthly archive. It was updated from the latest June calendar file on June 11, 2026, then translated and edited into an English guide for RethymnoGreece readers.
Planning your June evenings?
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Event information is compiled from public local calendars and organizer announcements, then translated, edited and organized by RethymnoGreece for easier trip planning.
