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
• Entertainment by Athanasia Dance School.
• Complimentary traditional nibbles and drinks

Aradippou Municipality (free event)

• Complimentary event (free admission)
• At Rizoelia Forest Park
• 11am - 4pm
• Entertainment programme
• Traditional games
• Sporting games

Agios Theodoros village (free event)

• Complimentary event (free admission)
• Community Stadium
• 10.30am
• Complimentary fasting nibbles
• Food preparation area
• Folkloric entertainment

Athienou Municipality (free event)

• Complimentary event (free admission)
• Complimentary wine and nuts
• At Archangel Michael Church leisure area

Golden Donkeys Farm - Skarinou

• Traditional dances, music, games, kite flying (bring your own) and fasting food.
• Admission: €20 adults / €12 children.
• Bookings: +357 9956 3727
• Information: website

Lumina Botanical Gardens - Kornos

• Traditional Green Monday event with kite flying, maypole dancing, children's entertainment.
• Lenten feast.
• By reservation only. Price and details at: +357 9997 3631
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