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FESTIVALS IN ANCIENT GREECE. Most festivals were harvest festivals or religious festivals. As Greece became urbanized more people turned out for these festivals and the activities became more elaborate. Festivals were often financed by the state and were regarded as a reflection on the city's image.
The Hermaea (Ancient Greek: Ἔρμαια) were ancient Greek festivals held annually in honour of Hermes, notably at Pheneos at the foot of Mt Cyllene in Arcadia. Usually the Hermaea honoured Hermes as patron of sport and gymnastics, often in conjunction with Heracles.
Festivals in ancient Greece were often held in honor of the gods and goddesses, marking important dates in the religious calendar. These events were characterized by elaborate processions, sacrifices, feasts, athletic competitions, and theatrical performances.
5 Απρ 2021 · Several of them were of great ancientness while others did not emerge until the 5th century BC. In this article, we present some of the most prominent festivals that took place in the city of Athens and the widest region of Attica, without excluding those that were also observed in other parts of Greece. Dionysia
Experience the solemnity of religious processions and the joyous celebrations of harvest festivals as the ancient Greek holidays come alive before you. These ancient traditions inspire readers to reflect on their own spiritual practices and find resonance in the wisdom of the past.
Various ancient Greek calendars began in most states of ancient Greece between autumn and winter except for the Attic calendar, which began in summer.
a webpage with links to information about the festivals. a PDF. This calendar is the working calendar of Hellenion, a diverse group of Hellenic polytheists sharing the common goal of living a life of piety and proper respect for the Gods of Olympos and ancient Hellenic tradition.
