# Saint Demetrios commemorations in Thessaloniki

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/saint-demetrios-commemorations-in-thessaloniki
> Updated: 2026-10-08T13:35:13.000Z. Sources: 9. Developments: 2.

The Museum of Byzantine Culture in Thessaloniki announced a thematic tour series titled ‘An Exhibit Tells a Story’, focusing on the life and martyrdom of Saint Demetrios, the city’s patron saint. The tours utilize items such as icons, coins, and seals from the museum’s permanent collections.

Following these educational initiatives, formal festivities honoring Saint Demetrios are scheduled to begin on October 14. These celebrations include a procession to welcome the Holy Icon of Panagia Chozoviotissa from Amorgos, accompanied by religious services such as Vespers and a vigil. The program of celebrations is set to continue through November 1.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-08: Thessaloniki begins Saint Demetrios celebrations

Thessaloniki will begin celebrations for Saint Demetrios on October 14, featuring the arrival of the Holy Icon of Panagia Chozoviotissa from Amorgos and various religious services through November 1.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/thessaloniki-begins-saint-demetrios-celebrations

### 2026-09-21: Museum of Byzantine Culture hosts tours on Saint Demetrios

The Museum of Byzantine Culture in Thessaloniki is launching themed tours focused on the life and legacy of Saint Demetrios using permanent collection exhibits.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/museum-of-byzantine-culture-hosts-tours-on-saint-demetrios

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