Hania
Established in 1978, this Hania institution in a Venetian building offers smooth jazz and blues, and occasionally live bands or DJs, in an intimate…
Must-see entertainment in Crete
Iraklio Province
Established in 1982, Labyrinth is the brainchild of renowned Irish musician Ross Daly, one of the leading exponents of the Cretan lyra (lyre). This…
Cultural and Conference Center of Heraklion
Iraklio
This new and modern five-building complex, opened in 2019, is Crete's most important cultural and events venue. It includes the gorgeous 800-seat Andreas…
Rethymno
This small open-air cinema near the fortress shows mostly new-release movies. It's lovely on a balmy evening, and has a bar for drinks.
Nikos Kazantzakis Open-Air Theatre
Iraklio
In summer the Nikos Kazantzakis Open-Air Theatre also screens movies. It’s behind the Jesus Bastion: follow Evans south for about 700m, then turn right on…
Rethymno
In the Fortezza, this modern amphitheatre surrounded by pine trees kicks into action every summer during the Renaissance Festival. The name Erofili…
Iraklio
Located in the Talos Plaza mall on the waterfront west of the centre, Odeon is good for non-dubbed Hollywood blockbusters. Buy tickets in advance at www.i…
