Every corner, nook, street and village on the island is celebrating Christmas in its own way this December. Apart from the celebrations in towns and the Christmas Villages, more locations are putting their best festive spirit forward with exciting events. Cyherbia Botanical Park in Avgorou is one of them as it prepares for a two-day Christmas Festival.

On the weekend of December 14 and 15, an enchanting festival will bring lots of holiday magic to the park for families and friends to enjoy. Adventures in nature, getting lost in the Christmas Maze, games with Elves and fun meetings with the Grinch, Santa and Mrs Claus await. What’s even more special is that Santa will welcome visitors of all ages in his woodland cottage to hear their Christmas wishes.

Throughout the festival, there will be plenty of games and activities for all to enjoy. From heart-warming and hilarious adventures trying to help The Grinch find the Christmas spirit again, to forest walks and Christmas storytelling in English and Greek, magic shows and photo corners.

Workshops will also be on to make candles, soaps, Christmas baubles and sprays while a Christmas bazaar welcomes local artisans selling baked goods and handmade crafts. Need more? There will be face painting, food and drink and cheery music to put everyone in the festive mood of the season.

Christmas Festival

Family-friendly festival with games, crafty workshops, activities and a Christmas bazaar. December 14-15. Cyherbia Botanical Park, Avgorou. 9am-5pm. www.cyherbia.com