The feast of Saint Paraskevi is celebrated in Katavia, Rhodes, with religious splendor and a traditional festival. The Parish Church of Saint Paraskevi and the Ecclesiastical Committee invite residents and visitors to the island to attend the two-day series of festive events that will take place on Saturday, July 25 and Sunday, July 26, 2026.
📜 Program of Festive Events
Saturday, July 25
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7:30 p.m. (7:30 p.m.) | Festive Archiepiscopal Vespers: Presided over by His Eminence Metropolitan Kyrillos of Rhodes.
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9:30 p.m. (9:30 p.m.) | Traditional Festival: Dancing and entertainment with live music in the village square by the orchestra of Panagiotis Nikolaou.
Sunday, July 26
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7:00 a.m. | Matins & Archiepiscopal Divine Liturgy: Presided over by His Eminence Metropolitan Kyrillos of Rhodes.
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9:40 a.m. | Procession: Procession of the sacred icon of Saint Paraskevi.
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After the Procession | Traditional Meal: A free meal featuring traditional goat and pasta will be served to all attendees at the old school.
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9:30 p.m. | Second Night of Celebrations: Dancing and live music in the village square with the orchestra of Panagiotis Nikolaou.
