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Flea Market Thessaloniki – Kato Pyli (Lower Exhibition Gate)

Date: 6 Ιουνίου, 2026 By Categories: Serenades of the City: Thessaloniki in Full Bloom Tips Ετικέτες: No comments

Every weekend, the area around the Lower Gate of the Thessaloniki International Exhibition transforms into one of the city’s most vibrant and beloved open-air markets. Hundreds of vendors line the grounds, offering an eclectic mix of vintage clothing, antiques, collectibles, old tools, books, vinyl records, ceramics, and one-of-a-kind handmade treasures.
The market has a character all its own — bustling yet unhurried, chaotic yet charming. It attracts locals, tourists, collectors, and casual browsers alike, all united by the thrill of the unexpected find. From mid-century furniture to rare Greek coins, from retro cameras to handwoven textiles, every visit tells a different story.
Whether you’re a seasoned treasure hunter or a first-time visitor, the Flea Market at Kato Pyli is an unmissable slice of authentic Thessaloniki life. Come early for the best selection, take your time wandering the stalls, and don’t be shy about negotiating — it’s all part of the experience.


📍 Lower Gate, Thessaloniki International Exhibition
🗓️ Every Saturday & Sunday, from early morning

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2nd International Street Pole Vault Meeting: “Fly in SKG Sky” 2026

Date: 12 Ιουνίου, 2026 By Categories: Serenades of the City: Thessaloniki in Full Bloom Tips Ετικέτες: , No comments

Η επίσημη αφίσα της διοργάνωσης

The heart of Thessaloniki is transforming into an open-air athletics stadium for the 2nd International Street Pole Vault Meeting, “Fly in SKG Sky.” This high-profile street event brings world-class track and field action out of traditional stadiums and straight to the public, blending elite sports with the city’s rich urban history.

📍 Location

The event takes place at one of Thessaloniki’s most iconic historic landmarks:

  • The Arch of Galerius (Kamara), specifically spanning the area from the Church of Panagia Dexia to the monument itself on Egnatia Street.
  • An elevated runways/run-up track (tartan) and a massive landing mat have been installed in the middle of the pedestrian zone to accommodate the athletes.

🏃‍♂️ Featured Athletes

Approximately 40 pole vaulters from eight different countries will compete to secure valuable points for the World Rankings and European Championship qualification.

  • The Headliner: Rio 2016 Olympic Gold Medalist and Greek champion Katerina Stefanidi is the star attraction of the event.
  • Greek Standouts: Ariadni Adamopoulou (holding a strong seasonal best of 4.52m), the rising 20-year-old talent Evina Panagiotou, Anastasia Boumpoulidi, Anastasia Retsa, and Ariadni Myrtsiou.
  • The competition will also feature top-tier international male and female athletes from countries such as Cyprus, Italy, Croatia, and the USA.

📅 Event Schedule

The main competitions are scheduled for Saturday, June 13, 2026. Admission is free for the public.

Time (EEST)Event
11:00Women’s B Group Competition
16:00Men’s B Group Competition
18:15Women’s A Group Competition (Featuring Katerina Stefanidi)
20:30Men’s A Group Competition

Event Note: Organized by the Municipality of Thessaloniki and the athletic club AK Promitheas, the meeting is officially sanctioned under the World Athletics Calendar (Challenger category) and SEGAS, offering a spectacular visual backdrop of the historic Arch as athletes literally “fly into the SKG sky.”

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