The Custom of Epiphany

Project : The Custom of Epiphany

The Custom of Epiphany

period : 2023-2026 (on going)

The “Customs of Epiphany” started at 2023 and is my personal work to record the customs and traditions of centuries still preserved unchanged in the cities and islands of Greece on the days of the Epiphany.

From 5 to 8 January, the Epiphany celebrations in northern Greece are marked by unique and lively customs, especially in Drama and Kastoria. These days include religious ceremonies, traditional music, and local rituals that combine faith with folk tradition, highlighting the strong cultural identity of each area.

Drama, Kastoria Greece  

Volakas at Drama Greece , 8 January 2023

© 2025 by Antonis Zouridakis

Volakas

The "Customs of Volakas" is a masquerading event ,which takes place in Volakas, Drama.

Ragkoutsaria

Ragoutsaria, as the carnivals are called , are celebrated from 6 to 8January in Kastoria.