Cyprus: Weekend Guide — Festivals, Sports, Art, and More

The upcoming weekend in Cyprus promises to be vibrant — the island will host a variety of gastronomic, cultural, and sporting events to suit all tastes.

One of the most anticipated events is the Cyprus Hot Sauce Mania Festival in Nicosia. It will take place on Saturday, October 25, at Brewfellas Beer Bar (7 Pygmalion Street). The program includes hot sauce tastings, DJ sets, contests, and snacks from Mr. Wurst. The event starts at 13:00, with tastings beginning at 15:00. Entry fee — €8.

Those who prefer active leisure should visit McKenzie Beach in Larnaca on the morning of October 25 for the Witch Paddle 2025 — a sunrise SUP ride in witch and wizard costumes. Start time: 06:30. Participation — €10 with your own board or €25 including equipment rental.

For families with children, the CyHerbia Park in Avgorou (Famagusta region) will host a Halloween Festival on October 25–26, featuring a maze, pumpkin carving, quests, and costume contests. Open from 09:30 to 18:00, free entry.

Fans of folk celebrations can attend Sabantuy in Cyprus, held on Saturday, October 25, in the village of Episkopi (Kourion area, Limassol). Guests can enjoy national dances, sports competitions, craft exhibitions, and tastings of traditional dishes. Free entry, starting at 14:00.

Art lovers will appreciate the start of the Art Explora Festival in Limassol. Running from October 25 to November 4 along the Molos promenade, the event will feature exhibitions aboard a traveling yacht-gallery, multimedia installations, and workshops. Free entry, open daily from 12:00 to 20:00.

Thus, on October 25–26, Cyprus will host a variety of major events — from sunrise SUP rides and food festivals to family celebrations and art projects. Organizers recommend booking participation in advance and considering the weather conditions.