Thessaloniki to host seventh Connected We Stand Festival in 2026

The seventh annual Connected We Stand Festival is scheduled for Saturday, September 19, 2026, at the Nea Paralia in Thessaloniki. The event serves as a major gathering for volunteering, solidarity, culture, and active civic participation.

With free admission, the festival will bring together approximately 100 civil society organizations, volunteer groups, and active citizens. The program includes concerts, DJ sets, artistic performances, experiential workshops, sports activities, and exhibitions. Key themes of the festival include mental health, social inclusion, sustainable development, and human rights.

Workshop areas will host sessions on topics such as mental health awareness, first aid, and social solidarity. Specific activities include workshops on reducing the stigma surrounding mental health and initiatives designed to promote equal opportunities for individuals with visual impairments.