Some islands have beaches. Some have nightlife. But Ios? Ios has national party days — global celebrations that bring travellers together from every corner of the world, all powered by Life Is a Beach Party.
These aren’t your average themed nights. They’re full-scale, island-wide events that turn the beaches, bars, and streets of Ios into a sea of colour, laughter, and international energy.
Here’s your guide to the biggest days of the Ios summer calendar.
🇸🇪 Swedish Midsummer — The Biggest Day of the Year
It all kicks off with Swedish Midsummer in Ios, one of the island’s most iconic celebrations.
Hosted by the Life Is a Beach Party crew every June, it’s a full day of dancing, DJ sets, pool parties, and all-day sunshine at FarOut Beach Club — complete with flower crowns, face paint, and endless summer smiles.
💬 Midsummer isn’t just a party. It’s a tradition — reimagined, amplified, and made for Ios.
🇦🇺 Australia Day — When Ios Turns Green and Gold
If Midsummer is magic, Australia Day is mayhem — in the best possible way.
Every July (the Ios summer edition), Life Is a Beach Party throws the biggest Aussie bash in Greece. Expect BBQs on the terrace, pool games, DJs, flags, and thousands of travellers dressed head-to-toe in green and gold.
💡 Pro tip: Aussies bring the energy, but everyone’s invited. By sunset, the whole island’s singing “Down Under.”
🇳🇴 Norwegian Day — Red, White & Blue Vibes
The Norwegians bring their A-game too. Every summer, Norwegian Day in Ios celebrates Scandinavian pride with beach parties, bar crawls, and the kind of high-energy fun that’s made this one of the most beloved annual events on the island.
Hundreds of travellers — not just Norwegians — wave flags, share drinks, and party from sunrise till sunrise.
💬 It’s not just a national day — it’s an international family gathering.
🎟️ One Wristband, Every Celebration
Want to experience them all? Grab your official Life Is a Beach Party wristband or party package.
Your pass includes:
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🎟️ Free or discounted entry to all national day events
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🍹 Exclusive drink specials & bar crawl access
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🏖️ Discounts on accommodation & activities across Ios
💬 The wristband pays for itself within a couple of days — and gets you into every major LIABP event all season long.
🌅 The Spirit of Ios
What makes these national party days so special isn’t just the music or the madness — it’s the community.
You’ll see flags from Sweden, Australia, Norway, and beyond, all waving together under the same Aegean sky. It’s proof that no matter where you’re from, in Ios, everyone’s part of the same island family.
💬 This is what “Life Is a Beach Party” really means.
✨ Final Thoughts
From Swedish Midsummer to Australia Day and Norwegian Day, these are the events that define the Ios summer.
So plan your trip, grab your wristband, and make sure you’re on the island when it all happens — because there’s nothing quite like being part of the Life Is a Beach Party global celebration.
Three nationalities. One island. Endless memories. 🌴