The team at Giosta di Zante has announced the historical event programme for 2025, on their Facebook page.
This highly anticipated event runs yearly, immersing islanders and visitors into island history, showcasing Zakynthos past. From vibrant and authentic costumes, to parades and jousting, it's an event not to be missed!

If you're interested in learning more, the event dates and times are listed below.

Friday 6th June 2025
Start 19:45 outside the building of the Zakynthos Sub-Region.

​Time: 20:15
Solomos Square: National Anthems-Raising of flags - announcement of Giostra Zakynthos 2025-Presentation of delegations and a Medieval dinner.

Saturday 7th June 2025
Square Agioi Sarandes - pedestrian street
Time: 19:30 - Parade of children's Giostra groups
The procession will cross the streets: Alexandrou Roma - Dimokratias Avenue - ending at Solomou Square.

Time: 20:00 Children's Giostra performance

SUNDAY 8th June 2025
Time 19:00- 3rd Primary School of Ammos
The Grand Parade of all the teams of Giostra 2025 and the equestrian competition
The procession will cross the main road of the coastal road (K. Lombardou) ending at Solomos Square.

Time 20:00-Competition of Giostra 2025
La Lucera! Arrival of the Winner

The end of Giostra 2025 will be marked by a Fireworks display!

If you want to step back in time, for a glimpse of Zakynthos past, Giostra 2025 is the perfect event to attend!

The famous shipwreck beach, also known as Navagio beach, is an iconic Zakynthos sight and one that draws tourists from all over the world to the island.
 
In recent years tourists have been disappointed because the beach has been closed to the public due to safety concerns. The decision has also been taken in recent days to make the same decision for 2025, which means that anyone hoping to take a trip to the beach and explore it and the famous shipwreck will be disappointed.
 
More details were released in Hmera news, stating the following:
Several zones will operate, to include a controlled access zone and a prohibited zone. These zones will allow boats to enter the bay, but boats will not be allowed to anchor, or stop, within 50 metres of the beach.
Access to the beach is strictly prohibited and no one will be allowed onto it.
The beach closure will be in operation for the full summer season, ending on the 31st October 2025.
 
Anyone who wants to see the shipwreck from afar can do so via boat, keeping within the controlled zone rules.
 
You can also see Navagio beach from the viewpoint above, where work has recently taken place to improve the area for visitors. According to Hmera news, this includes a new pathway to make it easier and safer for anyone accessing the site. Safety barriers are currently in place, which will eventually be replaced by railings.
 
We know the closure of Navagio beach will be incredibly disappointing for many visitors, but the decision has been made for the safety and well-being of tourists.