The Municipality of Chania once again takes part in the European Music Day, which will be officially celebrated on Saturday, June 21, 2025. The European Music Day is held under the Auspices of the Hellenic Ministry of Culture & Sports.

In 1982, on June 21 – a symbolic date marking the summer solstice – and on the initiative of the then French Minister of Culture Jack Lang, with the support of the French Ministry of Culture, the Music Day was organized for the first time in France, aiming to bring all musicians into the streets. Now, in 2025, we continue this tradition, filling the streets once again with music, events, and workshops, free for the public. 

European Music Day Program:

• The Municipal Philharmonic of Chania celebrates with "Notes in the Streets" on Saturday, June 21, at 11:00, at 1866 Square. A wonderful musical experience full of rhythm and melodies awaits people of all ages!

• This year marks 100 years since the birth of Mikis Theodorakis. The Theodorakis family house in Galatas will host a music workshop for children aged 6 and above on Saturday, June 21 at 11:00, titled: "Golden Green Leaf at Mikis' House".

• The Chania-based group Kath’ Odon invites you on Saturday, June 21 at 19:30, starting from the Yali Tzami and ending at Nea Chora, for a "Musical Walk".

• The band The Restless Consumers will perform a concert with 70s rock & soul covers, original material and compositions by Kevin Jennings, on Saturday, June 21, at 20:00, on Halidon Street, in front of the Municipal Art Gallery.

• The "Traditional Music Ensemble of Charhalis and the children" participates with joy and enthusiasm at the Russian Barracks at 20:30.

• Rock Under The Clock presents on Saturday, June 21 at 21:00, at the "Mikis Theodorakis" Theatre, the iconic audience-free concert by Pink Floyd at Pompeii's Roman amphitheatre: "Pink Floyd: Live at Pompeii".

• "My Brother’s Orchestra: En Fanfare", on Friday 20, Saturday 21, and Sunday 22 June at Cine Kipos at 21:30. Directed by Emmanuel Courcol. Duration: 103 minutes (1:43).