February 23, 2026

Green Monday is a public holiday that marks the end of the carnival period and the start of lent. It is celebrated outdoors in the fields, parks and camp sites with a Lenton picnic with only fasting food eaten, including seafood that does not 'bleed', such as cuttlefish and octopus, and a special, traditional bread and 'halvas' semolina dessert. Locals enjoy playing games outdoors, such as tug-of-war and sack races, and it is also customary to fly kites (but not permitted in certain areas for safety reasons). 

Most communities of Larnaka hold their own official event with games, entertainment and complimentary snacks and/or drinks, which varies from community to community. Participants should also bring their own fasting picnic too. Where time is not stated, it is typically from 11am - 4pm.

Larnaka City (free event)

• Complimentary event (free admission)
• At Tekke picnic site
• 11am - 4pm
• Folkloric music and dances 
• Traditional games
• Complimentary fasting nibbles and drinks

Pervolia (free entry)

• Complimentary event (free admission)
• At Bellogiannis Park (Lighthouse area)
• 11am - 4pm
• Chairs and tables provided
• DJ music

Kahuna Surfhouse (free event)

• Complimentary event (free admission)
• At Kahuna Surfhouse (Larnaka Kitesurfing Beach)
• 11am - 6pm
• Music 
• Kite flying
• Bar with drinks (at own cost)
• Bring own picnic

Lumina Botanical Park, Kornos (entrance fee - reservation only)

• Fasting menu
• Outdoor activities for all ages
• Reservations at: 00357 9997 3631
• Info

Golden Donkeys Farm, Skarinou village (entrance fee)

• Fasting (Lenton) buffet
• Traditional games for young and old
• Traditional music and dance performances
• Complimentary wine
• Kite flying (bring your own)

Tickets: Entrance and buffet, €25 adults / €13 children. 

Further Information and bookings: Facebook page / Website