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Things to do on Friday, July 31

In-Cyprus · 2026-07-31

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• What happened: A series of cultural events and activities are taking place across Cyprus, including concerts, festivals, and exhibitions, while two individuals were hospitalized due to smoke inhalation from a house fire in Paphos. • Why it matters: These events highlight the vibrant cultural scene in Cyprus, offering residents and visitors a variety of entertainment options, while the fire incident raises concerns about safety and emergency response in residential areas. • What to watch next: Upcoming events include the continuation of the Fengaros Festival, performances at the International Festival of Ancient Greek Drama, and various art exhibitions, alongside updates on the investigation into the Paphos house fire.

Events & Activities going out Famagustagoing out Larnacagoing out Limassolgoing out Nicosiagoing out Paphos Things to do on Friday, July 31 Things To Do On Friday, July 31 Relevant News AC Milan legend Franco Baresi dies aged 66 31 July 2026 Things to do on Friday, July 31 31 July 2026 Two hospitalised for smoke inhalation after Paphos house fire 31 July 2026 Newsroom 31 July 2026 FacebookXWhatsAppEmailPrintViber Cyprus offers a packed cultural calendar this week, from open-air concerts and festivals to theatre, exhibitions and cinema across the island. MUSIC Paphos, Technopolis 20, 8pm. American bass-baritone Andrew Robert Mann, mezzo-soprano Lucia Osterman and pianist Rami Sarieddine join forces for “A Voice & Piano Soirée: Celebrating Friendship”. The programme includes works by Robert Schumann, Nikos Vichas and Evagoras Karageorgis, closing with beloved songs from the American Songbook. technopolis20.com Lympia, Community Park Amphitheatre, 9pm. One of the most popular names on the contemporary Greek hip hop scene, Dani Gambino, returns to Cyprus as part of his summer tour. The concert programme includes his biggest hits alongside new material from his latest work. Tickets: downtownnicosia.live Marki, Petrides Farm Park. The Fengaros Festival, one of Cyprus’s most important music institutions, continues until August 1 with the largest edition in its history. Now in its 14th year, more than 60 artists from Cyprus and abroad will perform across six different stages, forming a three-day celebration of contemporary music and artistic creation. Gates open daily at 5pm. Daily programme Gialia, Paphos, Vals Place, July 29 – August 2. For five days, music, nature and community come together in Gialia, Paphos, as One Love Cyprus Festival returns for a third consecutive year. This year’s edition combines concerts, visual arts activities, workshops, wellness sessions and organised camping in a multi-day outdoor community gathering. Two stages will host live performances, selectors, MCs and DJ sets with reggae, dub, ska and sound system music. Tickets: onelovefestivalcy.com Kyperounta, Agia Marina Square, 8pm. The Open University of Cyprus (OUC) presents the musical-poetic performance “Cyprus – A Journey of Music, Words and Image”. The event, held in collaboration with the artistic ensemble Mousikoi Synodoiporoi, is dedicated to Cyprus and draws inspiration from the work of five leading figures of Greek letters: Giorgos Seferis, Yiannis Ritsos, Nikos Kazantzakis, Kostis Palamas and Odysseas Elytis. Free entry SCREENINGS Nicosia, Konstantia Open-Air Cinema, 9pm. The 27th Summer Screenings Marathon runs every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday until September 13. Tonight and on August 30, the festival screens the youth drama “My Sunshine” by Hiroshi Okuyama. In a snow-covered provincial town in Japan, the lives of three people intersect on the ice. 22348203 THEATRE Limassol, Ancient Theatre of Kourion, arrival 8pm. The International Festival of Ancient Greek Drama presents this year’s domestic production. Director Lea Maleni signs a new reading of Aeschylus’s masterpiece Seven Against Thebes, one of the most significant anti-war works of ancient Greek literature, produced by Theatrical Group Persona. Starring: Yiannis Karaoulis, Andreas Papamichalopoulos, Marina Mandri, Myrsini Christodoulou and others. SoldOut Tickets, Stephanis 7000 2414. Next: August 1 EXHIBITIONS Nicosia Sic. Contemporary Culture, siccontemporary.com. Visual artist Marina Kassianidou presents a new site-specific installation titled “Aggregate”. Until August 13 Vitrina (16 Pentadaktylou). Visual installation by Christina Siakola titled “Things I Forget”. Until August 25 Apokalypsi (22300150). Group exhibition titled “Code Recomposition”. Until September 12 Leventis Gallery (22668838). “Dialogue: Niki Marangou – Rodi Konstantoglou”. Until July 31 Limassol Platres, Minerva Hotel. “Trilogy of the Summer Retreat” by Christodoulos Panayiotou. Until August 30 XeniArtSpace – Trilogy West Tower (99980009). Photography exhibition “Women in Focus”. Until September 19 PSI Foundation. Exhibition titled “Bill Viola: Unspoken”. Until August 1 Larnaca St-art Cafe (7A N. Laniti). Group exhibition where all works are priced the same, €250. Until August 31 Municipal Gallery (24658848). Pancyprian Visual Art Exhibition “Reflections of Clay”. Until August 22 Pierides Museum (22128175). “Nina Iakovou: Eyes to See and Hands to Touch”. Until May 6, 2027 Paphos Almyra Hotel (26888700). Group exhibition titled “Temporary Forever”. Until September 6 Phsifida Art Gallery (26442111). “Echoes of HER” by Hera Iraklous. Until August 2 Blue Iris Gallery (26822446). Exhibition titled “Symbolic Presence: The Human Form in the Art of Glyn Hughes”. Until July 31 CINEMA NEW FILMS: Spider-Man: Brand New Day (directed by Destin Daniel Cretton, starring Tom Holland, Zendaya, Mark Ruffalo) – RIO (Nicosia Mall and Limassol), tel. 25871410. Subscribe to our Newsletter Latest News AC Milan legend Franco Baresi dies aged 66 Two hospitalised for smoke inhalation after Paphos house fire Rent versus Instalment scheme: last chance to apply tonight Larnaca house fire caused by malicious act, authorities say Liberian authorities burn seized cocaine in Montserrado County British father’s trial over young son’s death opens today Japan quake snarls auto and chip supply chains as toll hits 34 Follow en.philenews on Google News and be the first to know all the news about Cyprus and the world.

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