PSARA

SPORTS   FESTIVAL

September 3-6, 2025

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VISION

The Municipality of the Heroic Island of Psara, strategically investing in extroversion, organizes, in cooperation with organizations and associations from the wider North Aegean region, the Psara Sports Festival, a four-day sporting event with a strong historical and cultural flavor. The purpose of the Psara Sports Festival is to harness the power of sport to achieve three main goals: socialization, entertainment and health.

Through participation in various sporting activities, young and old will have the opportunity to interact, develop new friendships and create beautiful memories. The Psara Sports Festival is not only aimed at children, but also at adults, as our goal is to mobilize every age group. The activities are adapted for all ages, offering fun and exercise to the participants. With the joy of participation and movement, the Psara Sports Festival aims to become an institution that will strengthen social cohesion and promote the values of fair competition, cooperation and health.

At the same time, with the integration and establishment of the Psara Memorial Run, the Memorial Torch Relay for the heroic fallen of the Destruction of Psara (1824), we seek to strengthen historical memory, highlighting the glorious past of our heroic island and its catalytic contribution to the struggle for national rebirth. Natural environment, history and culture constitute the basic triptych in our effort for a mild and sustainable development perspective. The Psara Sports Festival, combining all of the above under the umbrella of sport, aims to highlight the inexhaustible possibilities that this place offers, so that it becomes a modern and alternative tourist destination.

VISION

The Municipality of the Heroic Island of Psara, strategically investing in extroversion, organizes, in cooperation with organizations and associations from the wider North Aegean region, the Psara Sports Festival, a four-day sporting event with a strong historical and cultural flavor. The purpose of the Psara Sports Festival is to harness the power of sport to achieve three main goals: socialization, entertainment and health.

Through participation in various sporting activities, young and old will have the opportunity to interact, develop new friendships and create beautiful memories. The Psara Sports Festival is not only aimed at children, but also at adults, as our goal is to mobilize every age group. The activities are adapted for all ages, offering fun and exercise to the participants. With the joy of participation and movement, the Psara Sports Festival aims to become an institution that will strengthen social cohesion and promote the values of fair competition, cooperation and health.

At the same time, with the integration and establishment of the Psara Memorial Run, the Memorial Torch Relay for the heroic fallen of the Destruction of Psara (1824), we seek to strengthen historical memory, highlighting the glorious past of our heroic island and its catalytic contribution to the struggle for national rebirth. Natural environment, history and culture constitute the basic triptych in our effort for a mild and sustainable development perspective. The Psara Sports Festival, combining all of the above under the umbrella of sport, aims to highlight the inexhaustible possibilities that this place offers, so that it becomes a modern and alternative tourist destination.

Organizers

Collaboration

Participants

Schedule

The detailed schedule for each day follows

Festival OpeningCultural Events Hall

Draws - Presentation of the competition schedule

Beach Volley (3vs3)Katsouni Beach

Preliminary matches

For middle school, high school students and adults

Beach Soccer (5vs5)Katsouni Beach

Preliminary matches

For primary school children (3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th grade)

Beach GamesKatsouni Beach

For kindergarten and primary school children (1st, 2nd grade)

Boccia (2vs2)Holocaust Heroes Square

Preliminary matches

Open to all

Cycling RouteHolocaust Heroes Square

Settlement - Achladokampos - Settlement

Open to all

Beach Volley (3vs3)Katsouni Beach

Preliminary matches

For middle school, high school students and adults

Beach Soccer (5vs5)Katsouni Beach

Preliminary matches

For primary school children (3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th grade)

Beach GamesKatsouni Beach

For kindergarten and primary school children (1st, 2nd grade)

Boccia (2vs2)Holocaust Heroes Square

Preliminary matches

Open to all

Hiking - Historical WalkHolocaust Heroes Square

Holocaust Heroes Square - Bourtzi - Glory of Psara Monument - Mavri Rachi - Agios Nikolaos - Kavos

Open to all

Beach Volley (3vs3)Katsouni Beach

Finals

For middle school, high school students and adults

Beach Soccer (5vs5)Katsouni Beach

Finals

For primary school children (3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th grade)

Boccia (2vs2)Holocaust Heroes Square

Finals

Open to all

Music PerformanceCultural Events Hall

by the santouri ensemble of the Agiasos Reading Society

Battle CourseKatsouni Beach

Open to all

Psara Memorial RunKatsouni Beach

Departure for the Holy Monastery of the Dormition of the Theotokos

Open to all

Psara Memorial Run

Holy Monastery of the Dormition of the Theotokos - Xerokampos - Ftelio - Archontiki - Agios Nikolaos - Holocaust Heroes Square

Open to all

Closing CeremonyHolocaust Heroes Square

Medal & Trophy Awards

Refreshments

Party

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Is there any participation fee?

No, participation in the sports activities of the Psara Sports Festival 2025 is free.

How can I participate?

Fill out the appropriate registration form, according to the group you belong to.

What ages can participate?

The Psara Sports Festival aims to be an institution that addresses all age groups without exception. For this reason, the 2025 schedule has been designed in such a way as to cover the entire age spectrum. In the schedule you will see in detail which ages each sporting activity is aimed at.

What equipment do I need to have?

The only sporting activity that requires personal equipment is cycling, where it is essential to bring your own bicycle (it's a good idea to have taken care of its proper maintenance and operation), as well as a protective helmet. For the other sporting activities, equipment is provided by the organizers. Just wear your athletic gear - and your widest smile - and come have fun with us!

Do the activities have a competitive character?

The Psara Sports Festival uses sport as a vehicle and not as an end in itself. It promotes the values of mutual respect and fair competition. All sporting activities, although subject to the respective regulations, will not have a competitive character (e.g. timing). We want to highlight that greater than the joy of victory is the joy of participation!

I want details about the sporting activities. And what is Boccia anyway ?

Don't worry, the sporting activities will be explained during the presentation of the schedule, as well as before the start of each activity. If however you are impatient, you can read a little more information below:
- Beach Volley: Volleyball on sand
- Beach Soccer: Soccer on sand
- Boccia : Boccia.
- Beach Games: Games on the beach for our very young friends.
- Battle Course: You've surely heard of a certain famous TV ...survival game 
- Psara Memorial Run: Memorial torch relay for the fallen heroes of the Destruction of Psara (1824). The starting point of the walk / torch relay is the Holy Monastery of the Dormition of the Theotokos, in the northern part of the island, near the location where the Turkish landing took place in 1824. With intermediate stops at places where battles were fought (Xerokampos, Ftelio, Archontiki), the route crosses the island, paying tribute to its heroic fallen defenders. It reaches the southern part of the island, where the settlement is located, passing by the iconic Holy Church of Agios Nikolaos and ending at Holocaust Heroes Square. The participants take turns carrying the burning torch, which symbolizes the fire and destruction left behind by the Turkish invaders. At the same time, however, it also symbolizes the flame of the Revolution, as the explosion of the gunpowder store on the martyred Mavri Rachi became a symbol of self-sacrifice and selflessness for Freedom. By clicking here you can watch highlights from the first Memorial Walk, which took place in 2024, on the 200th anniversary of the Destruction of Psara.
Note: Tournament details will be determined by the number of registrations.

Is there a chance the schedule will change?

The organizer of the Psara Sports Festival reserves the right to make modifications to the schedule if required by the prevailing conditions (e.g. number of registrations, weather conditions, etc.). To be promptly informed of any changes, follow the official Psara Sports Festival page on Facebook.

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I have additional questions

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Fill out the appropriate registration form according to the group you belong to

Sports Teams of Chios

6 / 9

  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Beach Volley
  • Beach Soccer
  • Beach Games
  • Boccia
  • Battle Course
  • Psara Memorial Run

Agiasos Reading Society

3-6 / 9

  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Beach Volley
  • Beach Soccer
  • Beach Games
  • Boccia
  • Battle Course
  • Psara Memorial Run

Organizing Committee

Coordinator - Event Manager

Manolis Marinos

Head of Planning & Organization

Giorgos Kapousouzis

Heads of Communication & Promotion

Manolis Marinos Efi Filippopoulou Margarita Mavrogiorgi

Activity Contributors

Beach Volley
Giorgos Kapousouzis Manolis Marinos Dimitris Makaris Lia Karagiorgi
Beach Soccer
Giorgos Kapousouzis Manolis Marinos Giorgos Athanasiadis Aris Vasilopoulos
Boccia
Giorgos Kapousouzis Manolis Marinos Dimitris Konstantaras
Beach Games
Evangelia Vasiliki Athina Tsafoulia Giorgos Kapousouzis
Cycling Route
Manolis Marinos Athina Tsafoulia
Historical Walk
Manolis Marinos Andreas Karagiorgis
Battle Course
Giorgos Kapousouzis Manolis Marinos
Psara Memorial Run
Manolis Marinos Evangelia Vasiliki
Opening Ceremony
Manolis Marinos Giorgos Kapousouzis Margarita Koutika Athina Tsafoulia
Closing Ceremony
Manolis Marinos Giorgos Kapousouzis Margarita Koutika Margarita Dimitreli Argyro Leotsinidi Evangelia Vasiliki Athina Tsafoulia Maria Liatsou Stratos Alexandropoulos

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