Things to Do in Ayia Napa This Weekend: 3 Picks (Oct 16-18)
See Ayia Napa Medieval Festival 2026 and Regatta for Peace, plus Growing Together at Ayia Napa Marina, 16-18 October
Build the weekend around Ayia Napa Medieval Festival 2026 for reenactments, music, crafts and storytelling in the town square. Regatta for Peace brings international sailing to Saturday, and Growing Together offers practical guidance for new and expectant parents.
All weekend
Ayia Napa Medieval Festival 2026

Medieval reenactments, theatrical performances and music turn the central square into a celebration of Cyprus’s medieval heritage. You can browse artisan markets, watch craft demonstrations and hear historical storytelling, with themed fairs and community celebrations adding plenty for all ages. It is an easy choice for Friday night or a Sunday finale.
Saturday 17 October
Regatta for Peace - A Regatta for Peace

International sailing crews race in a regatta dedicated to peace, cooperation and friendship among nations. You can stay for the Sailing & Shipping Fair, then hear presentations and discussions covering sailing, shipping and the blue economy. An awards ceremony closes a day combining sport, maritime culture and international cooperation.
Growing Together: Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Event at Ayia Napa Marina

Specialist professionals offer expectant and new parents clear information on pregnancy, childbirth and the first days with a newborn. Talks, open discussion and practical guidance create space for questions and community support. Participating brands also attend, and every participant receives a goody bag.
Bottom line
If you only do one thing, choose Ayia Napa Medieval Festival 2026, especially on Friday night. Families with new babies should take Saturday morning for Growing Together, then head to free Regatta for Peace for a local marina day. Sunday suits a final evening of medieval music, theatre and crafts.
What is free in Ayia Napa this weekend?
Ayia Napa Medieval Festival 2026 at Giorgos Seferis Cultural Centre Square (all weekend) and Regatta for Peace at Ayia Napa Marina (Sat 09:00).
What can I do with kids in Ayia Napa this weekend?
Growing Together at Ayia Napa Marina (Sat 10:00) and Ayia Napa Medieval Festival 2026 at Giorgos Seferis Cultural Centre Square (all weekend).
What else is on in Ayia Napa this weekend?
Every event in Ayia Napa this weekend, club nights and theatre included, is on one page: Ayia Napa this weekend.
