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Free festival for children in Nicosia. Antigoni from Eurovision will perform.
The second edition of the Nicosia Kids Festival will take place on Sunday, October 18, 2026, at the former GSP Stadium in Nicosia. Performances, workshops, educational activities, music, and games are scheduled from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Admission and activities for children will be free.
He will perform on stage Antigoni, Cyprus' representative at Eurovision 2026The festival, organized by Cyfield, will also be an opportunity to support organizations that help children and families. Free admission to the event does not include purchases of food, drinks, or merchandise from the stalls.
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Nicosia Kids Festival returns to Old GSP Square
This is the second edition of the event organized under the slogan "A Hug for the Children"According to the organizer, the first one attracted over 6,000 visitors.
For nine hours, Old GSP Square will be a place for family gatherings, performances, and activities. The program includes both stage attractions and zones where children can create, experiment, and play independently.
This is the square of the former GSP stadium in the center of Nicosia, not the current GSP football stadium on the outskirts of the city. It's worth keeping this in mind when planning your trip.
Plan a family Sunday in Nicosia
Deadline
Sunday, October 18, 2026
Hours 10:00–19:00
Place
Old GSP Square
The former GSP stadium square in the center of Nicosia.
Free participation
Admission and attractions for children are free. Food, drinks, and purchases at the stands are billed separately.
Antigoni, theater and dance performances
One of the announced attractions will be a performance Antigoni, known for representing Cyprus at this year's Eurovision Song Contest. Verified announcements do not provide the exact time of her performance, so those interested in the concert should follow the organizer's program.
The main stage will also feature Alex Panayi and Katerina Christofidou with the spectacle "Anakyklosia." The performance features live music, puppets, and original songs.
Performances by Creative Dance Studio, Shiakallis Dance Studio, Maskarini Theatre, shadow theatre, and magic shows have also been announced. The program will allow for a mix of active play and watching performances.
Learning through play and creative activities
The educational zone will feature, among others: Engino Cyprus, SciSO Cyprus, The Merry People Academy and Imagination Gaming Cyprus.
The organizers are announcing activities that encourage children to explore, work creatively, and have fun together. The program will also include games and activities that develop imagination.
Additional attractions include face painting, balloon modeling, mascot meet-and-greets, and stilt walkers. Music will be provided by a DJ.
There will be rest areas and food options on-site. Families will be able to take a break between activities without having to spend the entire day at the stage.
Fun combined with help
The festival also has a charitable dimension. Organizations supporting children, foster families, people with rare diseases, and families facing difficult circumstances will participate.
Among the announced participants are: Hope For Children, Sophia For Children, One Dream One Wish, Little Heroes and Karaiskakio Foundation.
At their booths, you'll be able to learn about their activities and purchase their products. According to the announcement, proceeds from sales at the organizations' booths will go directly to the organizations themselves.
Purchases and financial support are separate from free participation in festival attractions.
What to check before leaving?
It's worth checking the current program before traveling, especially if you're planning a specific performance. Don't assume that all performances and workshops will be available for the full nine hours.
It is also worth planning your journey to Old GSP in the city center and factor in time for finding parking. Water, a hat, and comfortable footwear will be useful for longer stays at the site.
Nicosia Kids Festival will take place on October 18, from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. For families, it will be an opportunity to spend Sunday in the capital with a free program for children and the opportunity to support charitable activities.
Sources: Cyfield, IMH, Politis, Check In Cyprus. Illustrative photo generated using AI
