On November 3 and 4, Technopolis City of Athens will host the 16th edition of Athens Bar Show, once again bringing together the bar and hospitality community through exhibition, education and networking, creating opportunities for idea exchange, new collaborations and professional development.
The exhibition will welcome Greek and international brands, producers and suppliers, showcasing new products and offering tasting experiences. Themed areas will include Tomas Estes’ Agave Embassy, dedicated to the world of agave spirits; Newcomers / Boutique Brands, featuring new and independent brands; and Hospitality Tech & AI, focusing on technological solutions for the hospitality industry.
The programme will also feature an invitation-only pop-up bar by Munich’s Schumann’s Bar, while the world final of the METAXA Twelve Competition 2026 will take place at Stage E on Tuesday, November 3, from 11:00 to 15:00.
Education and Athens Bar Week
The educational programme will include seminars, masterclasses and discussions covering bartending, coffee, spirits, gastronomy, sustainability, business management and new technologies. The full programme and participating speakers will be announced through the event’s official channels.
From November 1 to 5, Athens Bar Week will extend the experience across the city, with guest shifts, pop-ups and collaborations at bars throughout Athens.
On Monday, November 2, the Athens Bar Show Welcome Night will take place at STOA Culture, from 19:00 to 22:30, featuring 16 pop-up bars from Greece and abroad, accompanied by music played exclusively on vinyl. METAXA, the event’s Grand Sponsor, will welcome guests with a welcome drink, while signature cocktails made with METAXA and Three Cents mixers will be served alongside non-alcoholic options. Admission is open to all Athens Bar Show ticket holders, who can collect their wristbands at STOA Culture one day before the exhibition.
Responsible Travel
Freenow by Lyft, the event’s official mobility partner, will support the “Don’t Drink and Drive” message by providing designated pick-up and drop-off points and transportation services throughout the event.
Practical Information:
- Athens Bar Show: November 3–4, 2026, 11:00–19:00, Technopolis City of Athens, Gazi.
- Athens Bar Week: November 1–5, 2026, at bars across Athens.
- Welcome Night: November 2, 2026, 19:00–22:30, STOA Culture, 5 Pesmazoglou Street, Athens.
Information and tickets: athensbarshow.gr
