Event Details
Welcome to EJEKT Festival 2026 in Athens
On 14 and 15 July 2026, the EJEKT Festival celebrates its twentieth anniversary at the Olympic Athletic Center of Athens (OAKA), known since 2022 as Telekom Center Athens and the festival's permanent home. Founded in 2005, EJEKT has grown into one of Greece's leading rock and indie festivals, with past headliners including The Killers, Arctic Monkeys, Muse and Red Hot Chili Peppers.
Highlights
- 20th anniversary of the festival, founded in 2005
- Day 1 headliner: Florence and the Machine
- Day 2 headliner: The Cure
- Support acts: Suede, Holly Humberstone, Nothing But Thieves, Matt Berninger (The National)
- Suede's first concert in Greece in ten years
- Two day tickets available with upgrade option from single day tickets
- VIP area with separate entrance, bar and restrooms
Program
On Tuesday, 14 July, Elena Leoni and Holly Humberstone open the evening before Suede take the stage; the day closes with headliner Florence and the Machine. On Wednesday, 15 July, Nothing But Thieves and Matt Berninger of The National perform, followed by the night's main act, The Cure. Doors open in the late afternoon on both days; exact times vary by day.
Tickets
Advance sales for single day tickets started in autumn 2025, with two day tickets going on sale from 28 November 2025. Prices started at around 70 euros for the cheapest category (Arena) and rose to as much as 260 euros for VIP tickets in the final sales phase; two day tickets ranged from 140 to 260 euros depending on category. Tickets are sold through more.com and the affiliated Public store network.
Visitor Tips
- Book tickets early, since the cheapest categories tend to sell out first.
- OAKA is easily reached via Metro Line 1 (Irini station) or by bus from central Athens.
- Children up to 7 do not need a ticket; those under 10 are not allowed in the front of stage zone or VIP area.
- A dedicated accessible area is available for visitors with disabilities; advance registration by email is recommended.
- Bring comfortable clothing and sun protection, as the venue can get very warm in July.
