Patras to host CIOFF Annual General Assembly in November

The city of Patras will host the Annual General Assembly of the Greek National Section of CIOFF from November 13 to 15, 2026. The three-day event is dedicated to cultural traditions and the promotion of intangible cultural heritage.

The Lyceum of Greek Women, Patras Branch, is organizing the gathering, which will welcome representatives from various cultural associations and festivals across Greece. Key highlights of the program include presentations on the history of Karagiozis shadow theater and the Patras Carnival, both of which are recognized in the National Inventory of Intangible Cultural Heritage.

Scheduled activities include a presentation by Christos Kalpouzanis on shadow theater, a welcome meal at Achaia Clauss, and a session by Aristos Stathopoulos regarding the history of the Patras Carnival. The event will conclude with a guided tour of the historic center of Patras.