Cultural events and festivals across Cyprus for the weekend of September 25-27

From September 25 to 27, 2026, Cyprus hosts a diverse range of cultural, musical, and dance events across the island. On Friday, September 25, Stavros Lantsias performs his 'Piano Trio+' project at the Rialto Theatre in Limassol, featuring guest guitarist Babis Tyropoulos, while the 42nd International Festival opens in Ayia Napa with Josephine. Simultaneously, Nicosia hosts an opera gala at the Pallas Theatre featuring eight finalists of an international masterclass accompanied by the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra.

The programming continues into the weekend with a major production of the ballet 'Don Quixote' on September 26 at the Medieval Castle Square in Paphos. This performance features the National Ballet of Slovenia alongside Bolshoi Theatre soloists Igor Tsvirko and Kristina Kretova, supported by over 100 costumes and sets. Additionally, the Engomio Cultural Centre in Nicosia hosts the 'International Dance Waves' and 'Moving Images' festivals on September 26 and 27, showcasing contemporary dance works and 22 videodance films from around the globe.

These events represent a peak in local cultural activity, combining international collaborations with local artistic initiatives. Organizers aim to provide a blend of classical performance and contemporary expression, with some events offering free admission to the public, such as the Moving Images showcase.