🎵 Blues After Hours Festival 2025

From October 16–20, 2025, Athens, Greece welcomes you back to one of the most exciting events in the international blues dance scene — the Blues After Hours Festival!

Organized by Alex & Ioanna and the thrilling Athens Blues community, this is an explosive blues dancing experience filled with inspiring classes, epic parties, live music, themed workshops, and a buzzing community from all over the world.

Dance, connect, and make unforgettable memories in the heart of Greece.

📅 Dates & Registration

  • When: October 16–20, 2025
  • Country: Greece 🇬🇷
  • Town: Athens
  • Registration: Open on the official website
  • Pass options:
    • Full Pass: all workshops, parties & special events
    • Party Pass: all evening parties with live music
    • Single night tickets: available for Fri, Sat, or Sun
  • Early Bird discounts while available

📍 What & Where

  • Location: multiple venues across central Athens — a blend of historic dance halls, cozy bars, and seaside spaces.
  • Program highlights:
    • Thursday: traditional Greek Dinner Night
    • Friday: Masterclasses & social evening
    • Saturday & Sunday: main live music parties
    • Monday: seaside Cool-Down Party

💃 Dance Styles

Blues

🎭 Activities & Highlights

  • Workshops for all levels, including themed classes
  • Masterclasses with international instructors
  • Competitions and Jack & Jill contests
  • Live music with blues bands and DJs
  • Greek Dinner Party and Cool-Down Party by the sea
  • Atmosphere: welcoming, energetic, and multicultural — where the love for blues brings everyone together

👣 Teachers

  • Krystal & Adam Wilkerson (USA)
  • Zachary Brass (USA)
  • Bibi (Italy)
  • Roland & Bianca (Switzerland)
  • Kasia & Mateusz Kamińscy (Poland)
  • Alex & Ioanna (Greece)
  • More to be announced

An outstanding team of teachers who embody the heart and soul of blues dancing — blending musicality, connection, and the joy of movement.

🎟 Why You Should Come

Blues After Hours is more than a festival — it’s a soulful journey through music, dance, and culture.

Join dancers from around the world for five days of rhythm, connection, and unforgettable nights under the Athenian sky.

🪩 Quick Overview

When: October 16–20, 2025
Where: Athens, Greece 🇬🇷
Style: Blues
Highlights: themed workshops · masterclasses · live music parties · Greek Dinner Night · seaside Cool-Down Party · competitions · international teachers