From spicy food in Sia and traditional zivania in Pelendri to poetry, local flavours and neighbourhood arts in Limassol, Cyprus has several festivals and cultural events lined up for the weekend of November 7 and 8.
Visitors can sample traditional dishes, discover local products, meet writers from Cyprus and abroad, and enjoy free activities for all ages.
Here are five events taking place across the island.
1. Sia Chilli Festival 2026
The village of Sia, in Nicosia district, will host the Chilli Festival 2026 on Saturday, November 7, bringing together spicy food, drinks and live music.
The event will feature JohnnyPep, known for his hot chilli creations, who will share flavours and stories from his microfarm.
The food selection will cater to different tastes, from mildly spicy dishes to particularly hot creations. Visitors can also enjoy chilled beers, cocktails and a live DJ set.
Whether you are a fan of spicy food or simply curious to try something different, the festival offers a full day of food and entertainment.
- When: Saturday, November 7, 10:00–16:30
- Where: Sia, Nicosia district
2. Zivania Festival in Pelendri
Pelendri, in Limassol district, will celebrate one of Cyprus’ best-known traditional products with its two-day Zivania Festival on Saturday, November 7, and Sunday, November 8.
Zivania has a long-standing place in Cypriot rural traditions and is closely connected with grape growing, local production and village hospitality.
The festival offers an opportunity to celebrate this heritage while enjoying an autumn visit to the village. Visitors are encouraged to contact the Pelendri Community Council for the detailed programme and event hours.
- When: Saturday, November 7, and Sunday, November 8
- Where: Pelendri Cultural Centre, Limassol district
- Information: 25552503
3. 7th International Literary Festival – Es Gi Enalian Kypron
The 7th International Literary Festival, Es Gi Enalian Kypron, organised by Ideogramma, concludes on Saturday, November 7.
Running from November 4, the festival brings together more than 40 writers and other creators from Cyprus and abroad for four days of cultural exchange in Nicosia and the communities of Lemythou and Galata.
This year’s programme includes a new collaboration with 10 international literature and poetry festivals, alongside six major literary events from Cyprus.
Organisers Lili Michailidou and Nora Hatzisotiriou said the partnerships aim to showcase different literary traditions, introduce audiences to a variety of voices and styles, and create new connections between writers, organisers and the public.
The festival also features a tribute to emerging poets from Cyprus and abroad who are part of the European poetry platform Versopolis.
- When: Until Saturday, November 7
- Where: Nicosia, Lemythou and Galata
- More information: Ideogramma’s Facebook page
4. 4th Orounta Paragemosto and Traditional Flavours Festival
Orounta will host its 4th Paragemosto and Traditional Flavours Festival on Sunday, November 8, offering visitors a taste of local cuisine.
The event will take place at the Orounta Youth Centre from 11:00 to 17:00, with free admission and free tastings of paragemosto.
Alongside the traditional dish, visitors will find souvlaki, hot trachanas soup, pourekia, loukoumades and crepes.
Traditional and handmade products will also be available, while live music will be provided by Giorgos Stamataris and Flora Konstantinou.
The festival is organised by the Orounta Youth Centre, with the Orounta Community Council as its main sponsor.
- When: Sunday, November 8, 11:00–17:00
- Where: Orounta Youth Centre
- Admission: Free, including free paragemosto tastings
- Information: 99760907
5. ‘The Sine Volos Neighbourhood’ Festival
The third edition of The Sine Volos Neighbourhood festival concludes on Sunday, November 8, bringing art, music and community activities to western Limassol.
Organised by the MITOS Centre for Performing Arts and its partners, the five-day event runs under the theme of ‘Movements and Routes’.
The programme includes theatrical readings, film screenings, music, workshops, walks and public discussions hosted in parks, courtyards, cafés and local clubs.
Activities explore issues connected with everyday community life, including childcare, relationships between generations, urban memory and participation in public spaces.
The festival’s closing day on Sunday will feature children’s workshops, a bazaar, information stands and an open music stage at Sine Volos Park.
All activities are free to attend.
- When: Until Sunday, November 8
- Where: Various locations in western Limassol
- Admission: Free
- Information: 97879793
- Friday workshop reservations: 99962686
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