For the second year in a row, Cyfield is organizing a celebration dedicated to children—and to all those who stand by them every day—with the Nicosia Kids Festival “A Hug for the Children,” featuring guest star Antigone, the popular singer who represented Cyprus at Eurovision.
The festival will take place on Sunday, October 18, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., in the square of the Old GSP, offering free activities and entertainment as part of a comprehensive experience for the whole family.
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The first edition was a huge celebration that drew more than 6,000 visitors. This year, the Nicosia Kids Festival returns even more revitalized, with more activities and surprises, aiming once again to highlight the importance of giving and solidarity.
The Nicosia Kids Festival program has been designed with children’s active participation in mind, giving them the opportunity to play, create, explore, and have fun.
Among other events, on the main stage, Alex Panayiotis and Katerina Christofidou will take the children on a journey through “Anakyklosia,” featuring live music, colorful puppets, and original songs. The energy will pick up with dance performances by Creative Dance Studio and Shiakallis Dance Studio.
The Mascarini Theater, Mordan, the Shadow Theater, and Chrysoula Andreou will introduce children to the magical world of theater. A special feature of the festival is the Educational Corner, where learning becomes play, featuring Engino Cyprus, SciSO Cyprus, The Merry People Academy, and Imagination Gaming Cyprus.
At the Creative Corner, face painting, balloon art, and mascots from Mikeymania, as well as a stilt walker, will offer even more opportunities for play and creativity. DJs and a live radio broadcast will provide the day’s musical entertainment, while specially designed rest areas and street food options will allow families to take a break and continue their stroll at their own pace.
A central feature of this year’s event will once again be the participation of nonprofit organizations that support children and families. Hope For Children, Sophia For Children, One Dream, One Wish, the Alkinoos Artemios Foundation, Little Heroes, Embrace of Hope, Hope Foundation, Little Volunteers, the Pan-Cyprian Association of Foster Families “Nest of Love,” the Karaiskakio Foundation, Association for the Prevention and Handling of Domestic Violence (SPAVO), Pan-Cyprian Association for Rare Genetic Disorders “Unique Smiles,” “I Embrace with Love,” the Nicosia Children’s Shelter, and “Compass of Love” will present their work and initiatives through specially designed booths. At the same time, they will offer products for sale to support their commendable efforts, and all proceeds from the sales will go directly to the participating organizations. The following organizations will also participate: the National Betting Authority (EAS) and the Cyprus Basketball Federation (KOK).
For Cyfield, organizing the Nicosia Kids Festival is a tangible expression of its commitment to social contribution and support for Cypriot society, with the Nicosia Kids Festival now established as an institution that aims to create ever more opportunities for participation and contribution.
Admission is free.
For more information, visit the Festival’s website: www.nicosiakidsfestival.com
