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Milos Mining Heritage Days

September 2026

2026

September 2026

2027

Dates confirmed later — moveable feast

Where

Milos

What it is

Milos Mining Heritage Days explained

The island that has exported obsidian since the Neolithic opens its sulphur mines, the Mining Museum in Adamas and the Bronze Age site of Phylakopi with guided walks and talks.

Dates can shift by a day or two when a local council moves the programme to a weekend, so confirm with the town hall before booking non-refundable travel. Accommodation in Milos tends to sell out weeks ahead of the festival and prices rise sharply on the main night.

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What is Milos Mining Heritage Days?

The island that has exported obsidian since the Neolithic opens its sulphur mines, the Mining Museum in Adamas and the Bronze Age site of Phylakopi with guided walks and talks. It's a culture event held in Milos.

When is Milos Mining Heritage Days in 2026?

Milos Mining Heritage Days runs September 2026 in Milos. Councils can move the exact days by a day or two to land on a weekend, so confirm with the town hall before booking non-refundable travel.

Is Milos Mining Heritage Days free to attend?

Yes — like the great majority of Spanish town festivals, Milos Mining Heritage Days is free and open-air; you only pay for food, drink and any seating the town sells for a parade or firework display.

Where should I stay for Milos Mining Heritage Days?

Book a room in Milos itself as early as you can: accommodation for this kind of festival sells out weeks ahead and prices climb sharply for the main night. A base in Milos also means you're not relying on late transport home once the celebrations run past midnight.

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