adj. English slang: dead broke, cash poor, or economically adventurous.

Temporarily lacking funds. Permanently refusing to stay home.

Cyprus Skint is your weekly excuse to leave the house without emptying your wallet.

Every week we hunt down the island's best free events, cheap eats, happy hours, markets, live music, festivals, secret spots and surprisingly affordable experiences.

Because the best stories rarely start with an expensive reservation.

-Theia Maroulla Chief Katina Officer @CyprusSkint

mon, 20:00, NICOSIA, FREE OUTDOOR CINEMA! - THERINO CINE ERMA, 🎬 «ΕΚΑΤΟΜΜΥΡΙΑ», του Ντάνι Μπόιλ (ΒΡΕΤΑΝΙΑ, 2004) - join us for a free outdoor movie! Starts at 20.00!, Erma cafe, FREE ENTRANCE >>

mon, 20:00, LIMASSOL, QUEERWAVE! QW2026 - PRE-FESTIVAL SCREENING (LIMASSOL): TEENAGE SEX AND DEATH AT CAMP MIASMA, Queer movie pre-screening! Queerwave 18 - 27 September - Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma - Jane Schoenbrun | 112' | United States | 2026 |💭EN | 🔤 EL, atRio Cinema 3, 5 Euro Ticket >>

tue, 20:00, NICOSIA, MOVIE BY NICOSIA INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL, The Nicosia International Festival welcomes, for the first time in Cyprus, a production of the legendary Comédie-Française, bringing to the stage the powerful autobiographical work of Nobel Prize-winning author Annie Ernaux, directed and performed by the acclaimed actress and director Françoise Gillard., Nicosia Municipal Theater, Tickets starting at 15 Euro >>

thu, LIMASSOL, MEN DON’T WHISPER - A NIGHT OF FULL-VOLUME VOICES, Oops, we did it again…
MEN DON’t WHISPER - LYRA’s Choir takes over Zebra for a night that’s nothing like your usual Thursday .
Powerful voices, fire in the kitchen, and pints on the bar., Zebra Beer Garden, FREE ENTRANCE, >>

thu, NICOSIA, FUN(D)RAISING FOR COMMUNITY KITCHENS!, Join us for a night of fun(d)raising to keep our community kitchen cooking!❤️‍🔥 Come through for an evening of music, questionable song requests, good drinks, games, dancing, solidarity and community. , at Yalla Collective Space, FREE ENTRANCE >>

fri, NICOSIA, FINDERS KEEPERS VINTAGE CLOSING SALE!, Finders Keepers The Closing Down Sale – Everything 5 EURO - A final farewell for 2 days, and all stock must go! Fashion items, accessories, Home & Art items. , at Kaimakli, FREE ENTRANCE >>

fri, 20:00, NICOSIA, POETRY READING FOR THE INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PEACE, Words gathered under one twilight sky: An evening of shared voices. -Join us for an evening of poetry, reflection, and shared voices as we gear up to mark the International Day of Peace, at Işık Bookstore Roof, FREE ENTRANCE >>

fri, LIMASSOL, 4TH CYPRUS CHOREOGRAPHY SHOWCASE, The 4th Cyprus Choreography Showcase returns to the Rialto Theatre on 18, 19 & 20 September, presenting seven contemporary choreographic works by artists active in Cyprus and abroad., at Rialto Theater, 8 Euro per performance >>

sat, LARNACA, YIORKIN PROJEKT IV - CLASSICAL CONTEMPORARY CONCERT, Yiorkin Project IV – "Honouring Cypriot Women through Music". Our project aims to honour and highlight significant Cypriot women. For the fourth consecutive year, Yorkin returns with two contemporary music concerts on September 19 and 20 in Larnaca and Nicosia., at Stegi Grammaton kai Technon, 15 Euro per day >>

sat, 10:00, Nicosia, DOG FEST, DOGfest is coming to become the happiest celebration for dogs and dog lovers!🦴 Two unforgettable days filled with exciting activities, fun, etc., at Cyprus State Fair (Kratiki Ekthesi) , 5 Euro Entrance Fee >>

sat, PAPHOS, CYPRIOT TRADITION FESTIVAL IN PAPHOS!, A unique two-day celebration dedicated to authentic Cypriot tradition. Visitors will have the opportunity to enjoy live traditional music and dance, a rich artistic program, traditional flavors and local products, handicraft exhibitions, demonstrations of traditional crafts, and activities for all ages, while also experiencing the hospitality and distinctive beauty of Lania.
An experience combining culture, tradition, gastronomy, and entertainment, offering visitors an authentic journey into Cypriot heritage., at Lania Village, FREE ENTRANCE >>

sat, NICOSIA, MOOV FESTIVAL , 2 days of city festival, music & culture platform based in Nicosia 🎷 19-20 SEPT 2026 - 2 days of connection & ideas!, Venue: Old GSP Park - A new kind of gathering. Presale: 15 euro per day, At the door: 20 euro ticket >>

sat, 21:00, NICOSIA, QUEERWAVE OPENING ACT, QW2026 - Opening Night: The Little Sister
NiMAC, Palias Ilektrikis, 1016 Nicosia, Nicosia - Fri 18 Sep - festival runs through the 27th, at Nimac, 5 Euro ticket >>

sun, 14:00, NICOSIA, PANAIRIN IN KALOPANAGIOTIS FOR INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PEACE, 📢 Save the Date! Join us to celebrate International Day of Peace with a day of fun in Kalopanagiotis! 🎉 We are bringing the community together for a day of culture, tradition, and fun., at Kalopanagiotis Village, FREE ENTRANCE >>

sun, NICOSIA, FREE BIRDBOX CINEMA OF SHORT ANIMATED FILMS , On Sunday the 20th, the streets around Ayioi Omologites will be emptied of cars, and filled with people, bicycles, neighbors, conversations and all sorts of small happenings! , Ayioi Omologites, FREE ENTRANCE >>

sun, 16:00, NICOSIA, YAVAS YAVAS WALLED CITY! WALKING TOUR , Free Bicommunal Cylcing & Walking tour through the heart of our shared city! 16.00 - 18.00. Registration required., Iplik Pazari Street, FREE TO ATTEND, Registration required >>

sun, NICOSIA, YIORKIN PROJEKT IV - CLASSICAL CONTEMPORARY CONCERT, For the fourth consecutive year, Yorkin returns with two contemporary music concerts on September 20 in Nicosia., ARTOshouse, 15 euro Entrance Fee >>

sun, 16:00, NICOSIA, INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PEACE AT HOME FOR COOPERATION, Join us for a day of connection, reflection, and shared action for peace. The programme will feature a range of activities, including a walk, open discussions, live music, fresh food, and much more., Home for Cooperation, FREE ENTRANCE >>

sun, NICOSIA, 4TH POUREKKI FESTIVAL, Paliometocho is getting ready to don its festive attire and welcome the beloved Pourekki Festival for the fourth year running—an event dedicated to one of the most traditional and cherished delicacies of Cypriot cuisine. This year’s festival will conclude with a grand concert featuring ONE and Konstantinos Christoforou, who will raise the spirits high with beloved, iconic hits., Paliometocho, FREE ENTRANCE >>

sun, LARNACA, CHILDREN'S FESTIVAL IN MELINI, The 6th Melini Children's Festival is beginning to unveil this year's program. The beloved Cypriot singer-songwriter will be in Melini on Sunday, September 20, presenting songs, stories, and music for the whole family. The event returns for its sixth year featuring activities, games, creative workshops, concerts, and many more surprises, aiming to fill the village with smiles, creativity, etc. , at Melini Village, FREE ENTRANCE >>

sun, LIMASSOL, KOUMANDARIA FESTIVAL, Kalo Chorio Limassol invites locals and visitors to the Commandaria and Tradition Festival, a special event dedicated to one of the most distinctive products of the Cypriot land. The village square will come alive with traditional aromas, flavors, and sights, showcasing the region's long-standing connection to Commandaria production. It is a wonderful opportunity for an autumn countryside excursion and a chance to experience the village's authentic hospitality., at Kalo Chorio Limassol, FREE ENTRANCE >>

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Did You Know? In Cyprus, the phrase “εν να δούμε” (we’ll see) can mean anything from “maybe” to “absolutely not, but I’m too polite to say it.” 😂

Till next time re kopellia,

Your Theia Maroulla.