Hellenic Air Force Patron Saint Celebrations 2026 in Chania

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The five-day celebrations honouring Archangel Michael, the Patron Saint of the Hellenic Air Force, will take place from Wednesday, 4 November to Sunday, 8 November 2026.

In Chania, the celebrations will be centred at the 115 Combat Wing, where the following events will take place:

From Wednesday, 4 November to Sunday, 8 November 2026, there will be a static aircraft display and photographic exhibition featuring aircraft, rescue and electronic equipment, as well as Hellenic Air Force weapon systems. Specialised personnel will be available to provide information about the exhibits.

The 115 Combat Wing will be open to the public on the following days and times:

  • Wednesday, 4 November to Saturday, 7 November 2026: 09:00–17:00.
  • Sunday, 8 November 2026: 15:00–17:00.

On Sunday, 8 November 2026, at 11:30 a.m., the official celebration and thanksgiving service (Doxology) will take place, officiated by His Eminence Metropolitan Titos of Kydonia and Apokoronas.