Thessaloniki Documentary Festival
March
While not quite as venerable as the Thessaloniki Film Festival, this 1999-established festival has plenty of lectures and peripheral events along with screenings.
Thessaloniki Book Fair
May
From a strictly Balkan bash, this has grown to attract publishers and bibliophiles from every European country; in 2013, the UK was guest country of honour, with appearances by authors like Victoria Hislop.
Thessaloniki International Trade Fair
September
This is an important commercial fair but you might want to avoid visiting the city at this time unless you are travelling no business – hotels get fully booked and the city is packed.
Thessaloniki Film Festival
November
Since 1959, this 10-day festival has become a must for filmmakers, reviewers and audiences, with a truly global scope.
Mylos Club Events
Year round
Mylos Club, the first, boldest conversion of disused Greek industrial premises into cutting-edge venues, remains a linchpin of events in town. Expect top Greek musical performers, exhibits and ‘happenings’.