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November 29th| 10:00 \u2013 23:00 | General admission free<\/p>\n

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Christmas is coming early to Vamvakou, Laconia! The village is putting on its festive attire and invites young and old alike to a day full of play, creativity, surprises, and plenty of music! The Vamvakou Santa School returns this year, opening its doors once again with experiences for the whole family: Carousel, Bungee Trampoline, Roller Skating, Christmas storytelling nook, creative workshops, balloon creations, treasure hunt, gifts, and a surprise appearance by Santa Claus himself!<\/p>\n

The square will be filled with magical stardust and unexpected twists! \u201cEscapees\u201d from the Secret Chocolate Factory stage their own Sweet Revolution<\/em>, while a \u201cwind-up doll in a music box\u201d enchants the audience with her nostalgic fairytale movement. And since no Christmas celebration is complete without cinnamon and cloves, chef Gavriil Nikolaidis, together with the Vamvakou Women\u2019s Cooperative \u201cVamvakia\u201d, will share secrets in a fragrant melomakarono (Greek Christmas cookie) workshop. Don\u2019t worry\u2026 everyone gets to taste!<\/p>\n

Just before the Christmas lights transform the entire village into a magical destination, the Choir of the Music School of Sparta will fill the air with carols and festive melodies, preparing us for the highlight of the evening: Panos Mouzourakis takes the stage for a concert full of hits and humor! And the Christmas magic doesn\u2019t stop there\u2014the X-mas Party will keep the celebration going late into the night with Nikos G on the decks.<\/p>\n

Vamvakou lights up with sparkle, warmth, and smiles!<\/p>\n

The Vamvakou Santa School and festive events are part of the Vamvakou Revival initiative, made possible through the exclusive support of the Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF)<\/p>\n

Detailed program:<\/p>\n

10:00\u201318:00 Vamvakou Santa School:<\/a> Carousel \u2013 Bungee Trampoline \u2013 Roller Skating \u2013 Vamvakou Santa Home \u2013 Letters to Santa Claus \u2013 Christmas Corners of Creativity & Play<\/em> | School<\/p>\n

*Carousel – Bungee Trampoline – Roller Skating: admission fee applies, first-come-first-served basis.<\/em><\/p>\n

*Roller skating demonstrations will be performed by Georgia Papazoglou and Panos Tzirakis.<\/p>\n

11:00\u201312:00\u00a0Christmas Storytelling Nook:<\/em> Fairy tale reading by the Laconia Amateur Theatre Group (ETHOL)<\/em> | School<\/p>\n

10:00\u201314:00 XMAS Creative Workshop & Treasure Hunt: Young visitors become Santa\u2019s helpers with face painting and balloon creations and help him find the ornaments hidden by mischievous elves.<\/em> | Sofia Mouchterou \u2013 Maria Anagnostopoulou | Guest appearance: Santa Claus himself | Vamvakou Santa School<\/p>\n

14:00\u201317:00 Sweet Revolution: The fame of Christmas in Vamvakou reached the depths of the Secret Chocolate Factory! The production managers, their assistant, and a cotton candy machine escaped to witness the lighting of the tree up close. Will you help them cover their tracks?<\/em> | Interactive performance | Flora Kalomoiris, Afroditi Vervenioti, Vasiliki Angelakou | Square<\/p>\n

14:00\u201317:00 A Wind-Up Doll in a Music Box: Have you ever seen a life-sized wind-up doll? A ballerina in her music box stands still like a statue, dances, and interacts with the audience. Is she real? | Interactive performance<\/em> | Erifylli Dafermou | Square<\/p>\n

15:00\u201317:00 Melomakarono Workshop with Gavriil Nikolaidis: The beloved chef, alongside the Women\u2019s Cooperative of Vamvakou \u201cVamvakia\u201d, fills the village with the irresistible aroma of this traditional Greek Christmas treat, using pure and traditional ingredients<\/em> | Square<\/p>\n

17:15\u201318:00 Festive Welcome with the Music School of Sparta: ‘Chamber music ensemble ”Musica da Camera”<\/em> and vocal ensemble ”Melirrysma”<\/em>\u00a0| Square<\/p>\n

18:00\u201318:15 The Magic of Christmas \u201cLights Up\u201d Vamvakou with Vamvakou Revival | Greeting & unveiling of Christmas decorations<\/em> | Square<\/p>\n

18:15\u201320:15 Panos Mouzourakis Live Concert | Music | Square<\/p>\n

20:30\u201323:00 X-Mas Party: The celebration continues in a festive setting with heaters to keep everyone warm, winter cocktails, and drinks by Vanara! On the decks, Nikos G with unique music selections<\/em> | Music | Square<\/p>\n

Flavors & Beverages: Visitors of Vamvakou on November 29 will have the chance to enjoy winter delicacies and treats that will warm hearts and smiles: local products and sweet delights from the Vamvakou Women\u2019s Cooperative \u201cVamvakia\u201d, crafted with love and care. Chocolate, coffee, tea, and aromatic beverages for young and old who wish to sweeten the moment. Savory bites for those craving something hearty. Winter drinks and festive cocktails by Vanara, adding an extra touch of Christmas magic!
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