Events in Corfu during 2012

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February

The Carnival of Corfu (late February) - This event is a famous Carnival in Greece that resembles a lot to the Carnival of Venice.

July

Corfu Festival of Arts - It is a festival in Corfu that presents classical and orchestral music. (www.corfufestivalofarts.com)
Seminar on Ancient Greek Music – It is an annual music event of Corfu.

March

Corfu Animation Festival - It is a four day celebration of the art animation with an educational, entertaining and artistic look. (www.betherefest.gr)

August

The Varkarola (closest Saturday to August 11th) - The locals celebrate the miracle of Saint Spyriodon that saved Corfu from a Turkish siege on August 11th, 1716. A series of boats parade along the bay, while traditional music is played by bands and local dancing is presented by dancers. Location: Paleokastritsa.
The August Cultural Events - Cultural events and expositions that take place in the village of Ano Korakiana during the entire month.
The Festival of Garouna and Ano Gerakiana (first weekend after August 15th) - It is a three days festival in Corfu of various cultural events.

April

Easter in Corfu - Celebration of Easter in Corfu is a unique experience. The Holy Week is a great festival with music, humor, Orthodox Christian faith, pagan traditions and a wonderful spring atmosphere.
Easter Pot Smashing - The locals celebrate Easter Saturday by destroying all manner of breakables.

September

The Arillas Wine Festival (a Friday and Saturday of every second weekend of September) - This is a cultural event in Corfu where people of Arillas make wine according to the traditional way and the participants enjoy drink, food and dance. (http://www.arillas.com/wine-festival)
Chamber music festival - The festival is held at the Venetian Opera house in the heart of Corfu Town where classical music is performed by international artists. (www.chambermusicholidays.com)The Festival of Corfu - The festival consists of many cultural events, like concerts, theatrical performances, philharmonic orchestra and more. (www.corfufestival.gr)

May

The Anniversary of the Union (May 21st) - The locals celebrate the anniversary of the union of Corfu with the new Greek State. The event features dances and great banquets.
The Sound and Light Show (May - September, every evening) - Cultural Events in Corfu during summer based on sounds and lights.
The Cricket Festival (May, June, September and October) - This event is a competition that brings together cricketers across countries and is held at the Esplanade Square. (http://festival.cricket.gr)

October

Russian Week - It is a traditional festival held in Corfu since October 2002 for the memory of Russian and Greek warriors.