Thessaloniki International Film Festival (Film Festival)
Thessaloniki · Greece
Event Info
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Overview
The primary film festival in Southeastern Europe, held annually in the vibrant port city of Thessaloniki, Greece.
History & Background
Established in 1960 as a national festival and went international in 1992, famous for awarding the Golden Alexander.
What to Wear & Bring
Dress Code
Smart casual. Warm jackets suited for autumn sea breezes in the port area.
Essentials
Festival pass/ticket, screening schedule, portable charger, light jacket.
Tips & Etiquette
No recording permitted inside screening halls. Reserve tickets online in advance.
Access & Venue
Venue
Olympion Theater (Aristotelous Square) and Port Warehouses (Warehouse 1, A, B3), Thessaloniki, Greece
Access
Central Thessaloniki; walkable from Aristotelous Square or easily reached by city buses.
Crowds, prices & traffic impact
Busy atmosphere around Aristotelous Square and the port district, with higher hotel occupancy.
Even if you skip the event, the whole city may be affected during this period.
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Seaside cafes, traditional Greek tavernas, and hotels in central Thessaloniki.
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