# Larissa liberation anniversary celebrations

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/larissa-liberation-anniversary-celebrations
> Updated: 2026-09-06T09:13:08.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 3.

The city of Larissa is commemorating the 145th anniversary of its liberation from Ottoman rule and its incorporation into the Greek state, an event that occurred on August 31, 1881.

Organized by the Municipality of Larissa, the ‘Eleutheria 2026’ celebrations include religious services at the Holy Church of the Assumption of the Savior, wreath-laying ceremonies at the local monument, a traditional dance festival at Freedom Square, and a commemorative football match. Mayor Thanasis Mamakos has called on the current generation to build a resilient and modern future, reflecting on the city’s history of wars and natural disasters.

Political figures have used the anniversary to address themes of sovereignty and national security. Member of Parliament Evangelia Liakouli noted the event serves as a reminder of the struggle for “democracy, justice, and national sovereignty.” Additionally, Maximos Charakopoulos, General Secretary of the New Democracy Parliamentary Group, emphasized the need for national unity and vigilance. Charakopoulos highlighted the necessity of upgrading Greece’s armed forces amid geopolitical fluidity and criticized neighbors who challenge Greek sovereignty by acting outside the framework of international law.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-06: Larissa liberation anniversary: Charakopoulos calls for national unity

Maximos Charakopoulos marked the 145th anniversary of Larissa's liberation, calling for national unity and the continued upgrading of Greek armed forces amid geopolitical instability.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/larissa-liberation-anniversary-charakopoulos-calls-for-national-unity

### 2026-09-06: Larissa celebrates 145 years of liberation

Larissa is celebrating the 145th anniversary of its 1881 liberation with ‘Eleutheria 2026’, a series of religious, cultural, and community events organized by the local municipality.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/larissa-celebrates-145-years-of-liberation

### 2026-08-31: Larissa marks 145 years since liberation from Ottoman rule

Larissa celebrates 145 years since its liberation from Ottoman rule. Mayor Thanasis Mamakos called for unity to build a stronger, greener, and more modern city for future generations.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/larissa-marks-145-years-since-liberation-from-ottoman-rule

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