Easter in Tripolis has always been special. On the night of the Anastasi (Resurrection), magiritsa and tsoukalokafto -red wine boiled with honey, apples and spices- are served in Areos Square. Lambs are put on spits early in the morning and are served during the day with Easter eggs and bagels.

In Leonidion, on the night of the Anastasi (Resurrection), handmade air balloons are released in the sky and the spring night is garnished by their light. Since the early 20th century, this unique Easter custom turns Leonidion, the capital of Tsakonia, into a remarkable scenery.
On the night of the Anastasi (Resurrection), right after the "Christos Anesti", hundreds of handmade colorful air balloons fill the sky. The air balloons, made of shin-bone and paper, are "triggered off" by cloths saturated with oil and are driven in the sky from the five chapelries of the village. Most of them fly very high and look like bright stars. This unique spectacle is repeated in the main square of Leonidion on Easter Day. This custom has its roots in the memories of the well-seen local sailors, who have witnessed similar customs in Asian countries.

Mainalo Festival
Every year, in Elati, qualitative musicians give a concert in a clearing in the woods, under the moon.

Tripolis Festival: In June and July, the Tripolis Festival encompasses a wide range of musical and theatrical evenings, exhibitions and screenings.

Ladonas Festival: Every year, on the last weekend in July, a two days' festival with jazz music takes place in Lake Ladona. The fans of the festival can camp out in the area.

Labors of Mainalo: In July, the Labors of Mainalo takes place on the hill of the Prophitis Elias. Participants can either camp out or take part in several sports for young or older athletes. Some of these sports are mountain biking, biking or Mountain Bike races in the night on trails and forestal roads.

Garlic Festival: In Lithovounia, the production of garlic is celebrated in July. Local dainties with garlic as the main ingredient are served in a festive atmosphere with music and dancing.

Astros: During summer, in Paralio Astros, many musical evenings and concerts are organized to entertain the vacationers.

Eggplant Festival: In Leonidion, in late August, the harvest of the sweet Tsakonian eggplant that has been declared as a product of a protected designation of origin. A culinary competition with local products, traditional music, Tsakonian dances and many visitors bring this beautiful town back to life.

Potato Festival: In Neochori of Tripolis, in late August, the Potato Festival takes place in the bocage of Prophitis Elias. Potato dishes, made by local housewives, are served and a culinary competition takes place in the village. The festive atmosphere is complemented by live traditional music, hot porker and cold beer.

Chestnut Festival: For 30 years, the Chestnut Festival takes place in Kastanitsa in October. This is an opportunity that no one should miss. An enchanting journey that leads to a hospitable village, where tea, foods and pastries based on chestnut are served. Moreover, many traditional and original recipes are introduced by chefs and local housewives. Last but not least, many visual and folkloric exhibitions take place at the same time.