Platania hosts 16th Earth, Culture, and Tourism Festival

The 16th ‘Earth – Culture – Tourism’ Festival, organized by the Municipality of Platanias in collaboration with the Region of Crete, is scheduled to conclude on Sunday, September 27, 2026. Held in Platanias Square, the event is part of the ‘Cultural Summer 2026’ celebrations.

This year’s festival is dedicated to Cretan wine and its derivatives. The event aims to highlight the quality of local products and promote Cretan traditions. Visitors can learn about the production processes of wine and tsikoudia, participate in related activities, and sample local products. The festivities will include traditional music and dances, concluding with a traditional Cretan celebration.