Xylofagou Potato Festival. Grand Concert – 5 euro ticket

The Xylofagou International Potato Festival will take place on Friday, September 11, 2026, at the local KYPEP packing plant. The program will feature local food and produce, music, dance, and a large joint concert by Melina Aslanidou and Giorgos Papadopoulos. Tickets cost just €5.

The event will begin at 7:00 PM and run until 11:45 PM. The festival is held outdoors and is aimed at a wide audience, including families with children. The location is particularly convenient for residents of Ayia Napa, Protaras, Paralimni, Sotira, and Larnaca.

The potato will be just the beginning of the evening

Xylofagou is preparing another edition of one of the most characteristic local festivals in the Famagusta region.

The main event will be the potato from Xylofagou, but the program goes far beyond tasting local produce. Organizers promise a combination of gastronomy, Cypriot tradition, music, dance, and attractions for the entire family.

The stands will feature both traditional potato dishes and more creative offerings prepared especially for the festival.

No detailed menu or full list of exhibitors has been released. However, organizers emphasize that the culinary portion of the event aims to showcase the diverse uses of the product for which the entire region is famous.

Melina Aslanidou and Giorgos Papadopoulos on one stage

The most important musical part of this year's festival will be a joint performance by two popular performers associated with the Greek and Cypriot music scenes.

Melina Aslanidou is one of Greece's most recognizable vocalists. Her repertoire combines contemporary popular music with traditional Greek sounds and laïkó.

Giorgos Papadopoulos He hails from Nicosia and has built a following over the years in both Cyprus and Greece. He is a performer and songwriter, whose songs have also been recorded by other artists.

At Xylofagou, both are scheduled to perform during one evening, presenting a program based on their greatest hits.

At €5 per ticket, this is one of the cheapest ways to see two famous performers at one event.

The organizers haven't released exact start times for each concert. It's worth arriving well in advance and not planning to arrive until the final part of the festival.

Why potato?

Xylofagou belongs to Kokkinokoria, a red earth region in the southeast of the island. The area is one of the most important potato-producing areas in Cyprus.

The name Kokkinokoria literally means "red villages" and refers to the characteristic, mineral-rich soil. The potatoes grown there are one of the most recognizable agricultural products in this part of the country.

The festival began as a local celebration of farmers, producers and residents, but over time it has grown into an event attracting thousands of visitors.

Organizers are calling this year's edition the largest yet. In addition to food and concerts, they're also announcing elements of local culture, art, music, and dance.

Xylofagou also boasts one of the most unusual monuments on the island – a nearly five-meter-tall sculpture of a Spunta potato. The structure was built in 2021 as a symbol of the village's agricultural traditions and the upcoming festival.

An event for the whole family

The International Potato Festival is social in nature and intended for the general public.

The organizers have announced attractions for families, but have not published a detailed children's program or information about any age restrictions in the concert zone.

The event begins at 7:00 PM and will last nearly five hours. For younger children, it's worth considering the late finish time and the large number of participants.

The festival takes place outdoors. Although September evenings are typically warm, organizers recommend dressing appropriately for dark conditions.

Potato-based dishes and other food and beverage options will be available on-site. The price of food is not included in the ticket price.

How to get to the festival?

The event will take place in the open air next to the packing house. G.E. KYPEP Public Ltd in Xylofagou.

The organizer hasn't published a separate access map or detailed traffic management for the evening of the festival. The venue is located within a large packing facility, so there should be parking available nearby, but if a large turnout is expected, it's worth arriving early.

Don't assume you'll be able to park your car right at the entrance. Please follow all signs and instructions from traffic controllers.

Close to Ayia Napa, Protaras and Larnaca

The location makes the festival easily accessible to residents and tourists staying in the eastern part of the island.

Xylofagou lies between Larnaca and the tourist towns of the Famagusta region. It is a particularly convenient destination for evening excursions from:

• Ayia Napa,
• Protaras,
• Paralimni,
• Sotira,
• Derynei,
• Ormidia,
• Dust,
• Larnaca.

Please note that at the end of the event, a large number of participants may be leaving the premises at the same time. Those arriving by car should consider possible difficulties exiting the parking lot and roads in the immediate vicinity of the packing area.

We found no information about special festival buses or additional public transport running for this night.

Ticket for 5 euros

The entry price to the festival grounds is 5 euros per person.

The available information does not provide a separate price for children or a policy for free admission for children. Nor is there any official online ticketing system.

Those requiring confirmation of details regarding child entry, disabled access or parking arrangements should contact Xylofagou Community Council directly.

Responsible for organizing the event Xylophagou Community Council.

It's worth arriving early

The International Potato Festival isn't just a small fair with a few stalls. Organizers expect thousands of attendees, and a concert by two renowned artists could further boost attendance.

It's safest to plan your arrival before 7:00 PM. This will allow you to more easily find a parking space, enter the event site, and visit the food court before the main performances begin.

This is one of those events that showcases the local character of Cyprus: the agricultural tradition of Kokkinokoria, regional food, and lots of fun in the open air.

And all this at a price that stands out from large concerts: two popular artists, almost five hours of festival and a ticket for 5 euros.

Sources: Xylophagou Community Council, EventOr, Philenews, Check In Cyprus.