The Palouze Festival in Pachna is a traditional Cypriot celebration dedicated to palouze, a sweet made from grape must, showcasing the region’s rich winemaking heritage through live demonstrations, tastings, and cultural events. In 2026, the festival will take place on October 1st, 2026, offering visitors the chance to experience authentic local traditions and flavors.
Pachna Village invites visitors of all ages to a celebration dedicated to tradition, gastronomy, and the region’s rich livestock heritage. The 11th Shepherd’s Fair, taking place on July 5, 2026, offers a vibrant program filled with entertainment, authentic flavors, and unique experiences that are truly worth discovering.
The village festival invites you to experience a unique celebration of tradition, flavors, and creativity. Visitors will have the opportunity to take part in interactive workshops and discover authentic local delicacies.
You can choose between a guided tour along the Kordyla Nature Trail, workshops in weaving, jewelry making, and painting, as well as explore a market featuring traditional products. At the same time, traditional activities will be revived, including grape harvesting, zivania distillation, and the making of palouze.
In addition, you will have the chance to watch sheep shearing and milking demonstrations, along with halloumi making, as well as bread kneading and baking in a traditional wood-fired oven. A guided walk through the village will also be available.
Locals will offer free treats and traditional products such as palouze, grape syrup sweets, zivania, and halloumi. The event will also feature live Cypriot music, traditional dances, and songs.
📍 Sunday, June 7 – Village Square, Shepherd’s Museum & Primary School
🕙 Starting time: 10:00
