Greek Easter in Crete 🇬🇷 | Pascha Traditions in the City vs. Village

Greek Easter (Pascha) in Crete is more than a holiday—it's a powerful, emotional, and deeply traditional experience. From candlelight processions in Agios Nikolaos and Chania to the intimate bonfires and feasts of a small village, Pascha in Greece is unlike anything we’ve experienced before.

In this video, Katina shares her perspective growing up as a Greek-American and how celebrating Pascha in Greece brought her even closer to her roots. We contrast two unforgettable Easter experiences:
🕯️ City-style celebrations in Agios Nikolaos and Chania (complete with fireworks, processions, and the burning of Judas)
🏡 Village-style traditions—homemade food, music, red egg cracking, and neighborly feasts

Whether you're from the diaspora or curious about how Easter is celebrated in Greece, this video captures the beauty, diversity, and spiritual depth of Greek Pascha.

Topics covered:

Greek Orthodox Easter explained
Pascha in Agios Nikolaos & Chania
Village vs. City Greek Easter traditions
Cracking red eggs (Tsougrisma) & what it means
Celebrating Easter in Crete as expats
What to expect from Greek Easter if you visit
Resort vs. family-style celebrations
Let us know in the comments: How do you celebrate Easter or Pascha where you live?

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