Cyprus’ party scene is in for a treat this weekend as a street party will unfold in the capital city with DJs, electronic music, visual effects, cocktails and street food. As the Nicosia International Festival gets ready for a new edition, it kicks off its 2025 agenda with an Opening Party this Sunday.

“We’re back and ready to light up the city,” say organisers. The plaza in front of the Nicosia Municipal Theatre will transform into the hottest dance floor in town, as the organisers say, welcoming Nicosians and visitors for an early Sunday night boogie.

With free entrance, the party invites the public to celebrate the island’s music scene and the new chapter in the Nicosia International Festival’s journey. Three Cypriot DJs will be on the decks – JamJam Music, Alchemist and Waverunner.

It is not just music that will draw in and entertain the crowds. Alongside the electronic music beats, the party will feature impressive visual effects by Pandelis Diamantides and street food options prepared fresh on the spot.

Specifically, there will be burgers from Serial Griller, wraps and salad bowls by Omni Honest Food, hot dogs by TopDog and Mexican bites by PorFavor. On the drinks corner, Garden Day and Night, right next door, will serve refreshing cocktails and beverages. It all begins this Sunday at 6pm!

Nicosia International Festival Opening Party

Plaza street party with DJs, street food and cocktails. September 14. Nicosia Municipal Theatre Plaza, Nicosia. 6pm onwards. Free entrance