Capital welcomes Nicosia Antiracist Festival 2026
This March, the Nicosia Antiracist Festival arrives as a free, inclusive, two-day event bringing together activists, young people, academics, media representatives, civil society organisations, artists and community members from local, national and European levels.
On March 27 and 28, the University of Nicosia campus will host events and actions as the festival creates space for education, culture, dialogue and collective action to challenge race-based discrimination and exclusion in all their forms.
“Racism and discrimination continue to shape everyday life across Europe and Cyprus,” comment organisers. “Now more than ever, there is a need for visible, collective and sustained antiracist action.”
Day one of the festival will be dedicated to education, dialogue and learning. Throughout the day, workshops, film screenings and discussions on antiracist organising will take place as well as on youth empowerment, gender equality, LGBTQI inclusion, disability rights, migration and access to rights.
The focus will shift to culture, community and live performances on March 28 with indoor and outdoor activities. Talks, more workshops, a children’s corner, NGO kiosks, food from diverse cultures, crafts and second-hand stalls, live dance and spoken word performances will take place. Closing the festival will be a live music concert.
“Open to everyone, the festival celebrates diversity, amplifies marginalised voices and connects grassroots action with policy, research and media engagement.”
Nicosia Antiracist Festival 2026
Two-day festival with talks, workshops, discussions, screenings and more. Organised by Generation for Change CY and YEU Cyprus. March 27-28. Friday: 4pm-8pm. Saturday: 12pm-8pm. University of Nicosia Campus, Nicosia.