Christmas in Athens | Festivities | Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel

Celebrate Christmas and the New Year on the Athens Riviera with Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens. From Christmas Eve dinners and festive brunches to New Year’s Eve parties by the sea, discover unforgettable dining, family activities and seasonal spa indulgence.

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Christmas Eve Dinner at Pelagos Celebrate the holidays with a Christmas Eve dinner at Michelin-starred Pelagos. Enjoy a special festive menu featuring signature dishes like caviar pasta, accompanied by a live violinist creating an elegant, festive ambiance.

Christmas Eve Dinner at Mercato Celebrate Christmas Eve at Mercato with Italian specialties alongside holiday classics while enjoying live saxophone and DJ music for a festive atmosphere.

Christmas Day brunch at Mercato Celebrate the festive season on Christmas Day with our holiday brunch, featuring seasonal flavours and live music from a DJ and band for a joyful Christmas atmosphere.

Christmas Day Brunch at Taverna 37 Celebrate the festive season on Christmas Day with our holiday brunch, featuring seasonal greek flavours accompanied by a live Greek music duo.

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Festive Cheer at Avra Bar

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Step into AVRA and experience a winter wonderland with a beautifully decorated Christmas tree, seasonal drinks and dishes, a festive atmosphere and live DJ sessions on weekends.

Sweet Holiday Treats Celebrate the holiday season all day at Astron with our delightful pastry selection. Enjoy freshly made classics like traditional Greek desserts kourampiedes and melomakarona, the festive Four Seasons signature Forêt Noire and rich, flavourful panettone.

Holiday Brunch Make every Sunday of the season special with a festive brunch buffet at Mercato. Curated by Chef Maggie, the spread blends seasonal flavours with joyful live music, creating a relaxed setting for families and friends to celebrate together.

Fun activities for kids Bring your children to our Kids Club, where they can enjoy festive activities like Christmas card decorating, storytelling afternoons, a holiday treasure hunt and writing letters to Santa Claus.

Festive Cinema Join us for a pop-up cinema experiences, featuring all-time favourite classic holiday films, perfect getting into the festive spirit.

Festive Cheer at Taverna 37 Enjoy seasonal Greek dishes every day from November 30 to December 31. Celebrate the festive season with authentic flavours and traditional Greek music in the background.

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Taverna Traditional Game and Poultry Menu Experience authentic festive Greek flavours with dishes featuring locally sourced game and poultry, prepared using classic recipes and time-honoured cooking techniques.

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New Year’s Eve Dinner at Pelagos New Year’s Eve dinner meets Michelin-starred Pelagos with Chef Luca Piscazzi’s seven-course festive menu.

New Year’s Eve Dinner at Mercato Start the new year in style at Mercato with a menu featuring seafood, black truffle, wagyu beef and a Mont Blanc dessert – the signature confection of Pastry Chef Michalis Chatzikalimeris.

New Year’s Eve at Avra Bar Toast the new year at Avra Bar with all-night DJ beats and a live band, followed by fireworks. Book one of two different packages: unlimited cocktails or unlimited champagne – both including shareable bites.

New Year’s Day Mercato Brunch Make your first meal of the year unforgettable with our festive brunch, crafted just for the holiday season.

New Year’s Day Taverna 37 Lunch Welcome the new year with a festive Greek Taverna lunch, where the holiday season comes alive through traditional flavours and specialties.

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New Years Eve in Athens Ring in the New Year on the Athens Riviera with a selection of celebrations. From exclusive tasting menus to unforgettable parties with DJs, live bands and fireworks by the sea, every detail is designed to welcome 2026 in true Four Seasons style.

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Festive Hotel Highlights

Celebrate the season at Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens with festive dinners, joyful brunches, family activities, spa indulgences and New Year’s Eve celebrations on the Athens Riviera.

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Unwrap the magic of the season with Four Seasons gifts for yourself and your loved ones. From festive delicacies to pampering experiences, choose unique gifts from our Festive Boutique in the Nafsika lobby that will surpass even the highest of expectations.

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Fitness Challenge

Get into the festive spirit with this high-energy HIIT workout, designed to boost your endurance and keep you in shape throughout the holidays and into the new year. The session combines quick, intense bursts of exercise with short rest periods, with a holiday twist on every move.

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Holiday Pampering at the Spa

Looking to escape the hustle and bustle of the festive season or be pampered before holiday parties? A variety of treatments at our Spa ensure you’re relaxed and glowing.

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Festive Spa & Gift Experiences

Unwind and delight in the season of giving at our Four Seasons Spa. Discover limited-edition treatments, thoughtful wellness-inspired gifts and festive pop-ups offering signature Four Seasons candles and linens – perfect for bringing the Athens Riviera spirit home.

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Family Activities

The festive season is filled with wonder for our younger guests. From treasure hunts and Christmas crafts to themed activities at the Kids Club, little ones will be entertained throughout the holidays, while families can share joyful experiences together.

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Athens Riviera Luxury Shopping

Discover the ultimate in luxury shopping on the Athens Riviera with high-end Astir Marina stores, including Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Loro Piana, Dior and Bottega Veneta. Explore leading fashion brands at Athens' newest marina, then retreat to our adjacent beach resort for sophisticated seafront relaxation.

Arion Presidential Suite

This expansive, elite one-bedroom penthouse is perfect for entertaining. Welcome guests to your rooftop garden, where the plunge pool offers 360-degree views. Indulge in ultimate comfort in the lavish bedroom, which boasts exclusive spa amenities for your private use.

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FAQs

: Yes, we recommend booking early as festive dining experiences are in high demand and often sell out quickly.
: Smart casual to elegant evening attire is recommended.
: Yes, dining events and spa experiences are open to outside guests, subject to availability – reservations are required.
: Yes our Concierge can assist with private transfers and taxis to and from the Hotel, especially on busy nights like New Year’s Eve.