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7-9 MAY 2025
Panathēnea
A Global Stage for Innovation and Culture in Springtime Athens
About Panathēnea
Panathēnea is a modern reimagination of the ancient Greek festival, integrating connection, competition and celebration into an event designed to meet today's needs through innovation. Bringing together the ecosystems of technology, art and startups, the festival features discussions, exhibitions, inspirational talks, startup competition, curated networking and social gatherings, culminating in an epic street party below the Acropolis.
30+
Top - notch speakers
20+
Side events across Athens
3
Tribes: tech, art, business
2
Full days of happenings
1
Epic closing party
Panathēnea at a glance
Future Meets Ancient
Connecting modern innovation with timeless cultural traditions.
Not Another Tech Event
Panathēnea merges technology, art and startups into a festival of creativity and connection.
Where Founders Meet Funders
Startups, investors and visionaries collide. Big ideas find real backing here.
Innovators Focused
Curated networking, high-stakes pitching and direct access to top investors.
From Pitch Decks to Afterparties
We have been throwing parties since 500 BC. We know how it's done.
A City-Wide Movement
Not just a venue. Athens becomes the stage, the meeting point, the experience.
Our vision is for Panathēnea to serve as the place where the world’s most creative minds meet and bold ideas that can change the world are born and grow.
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Our Mission
Ancient Panathēnea united all of Athens. We unite creators worldwide through technology, art and startups.
Inspired by legacy
Inspired by Panathēnea's legacy, we connect the three tribes through memorable experiences, create opportunities for them to compete for tangible support and celebrate those who innovate and turn bold ideas into reality.
Our values
Be bold
Take risks for what you believe in. Step outside your comfort zone, embrace challenges and turn risks into opportunities for growth and success.
OUR VALUES
Sky's the limit
Push boundaries, strive for excellence, never settle. Break limits, challenge the status quo, and achieve extraordinary results.
OUR VALUES
Be multifaceted
Success isn’t one-dimensional. Grow personally, professionally and emotionally by integrating diverse perspectives and skills.
OUR VALUES
Stay foolish
Stay curious, creative and open-minded. Embrace uncertainty, learn from failure and keep exploring new ideas.
OUR VALUES
Lead with empathy
Value diverse perspectives, understand others and pursue inclusivity.
OUR VALUES
Strive for impact
Create ideas that leave a lasting mark. Address real-world challenges, drive positive change and inspire transformation on a global scale.
Our Partners
Ecosystem Partners
Founding Partners
Under the Auspices
Panathēnea's startup competition
Panathēnea’s startup pitching competition is your chance to showcase your vision in front of a global audience of top investors, industry leaders, and fellow innovators. Compete with the brightest startups, gain unparalleled exposure, and make valuable connections that can shape your journey. Are you ready to take the stage?