Karpenisi schools to close for local holiday

Schools in Karpenisi will be closed on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, for a local holiday celebrating the city's patron saint, Saint Nicholas of Karpenisi. This one-day closure affects all educational levels, including kindergartens, primary, secondary, and vocational schools, as well as tutoring centers and foreign language institutes in the area.

The holiday, established by a Royal Decree in 1955, includes religious services and processions. Local festivities are scheduled for September 22 and 23. Classes in the region are expected to resume on Thursday, September 24.

Regarding the broader Greek school calendar for the 2026-2027 academic year, several key dates have been noted. National holidays include October 28 (Ohi Day) and November 17 (Polytechnic uprising). Major breaks include the Christmas holidays from December 24, 2026, to January 7, 2027, and the Easter period starting on Holy Monday, April 26, 2027.