The French Institute of Cyprus, the French Embassy in Cyprus , the Commissioner for the Environment., the Cyprus Institute TRANS-Lighthouses , the Commissioner for the Environment., the Representation of the European Commision in Cyprus, Yeu Cyprus, and several local institutions are pleased to present the 2nd edition of the Go For Green festival.

This interdisciplinary and collaborative project places water at the center of an artistic, civic, and ecological reflection, through a series of public events.

Go For Green 2025 – Water Dreams festival shall feature a series of artistic, educational and participatory actions along the Pedieos River in Nicosia to raise awareness about water and climate issues. The two-day “Liquid Capsule” workshop, led by artists Elena Adamou and Benjamin Nid, will engage participants in creating a multimedia installation reflecting collective memories of the river. An educational day for schools will include augmented reality workshops, participatory projects, and creative outdoor activities around the theme of water, including a special presentation by French artist Julie Stephen Chheng.

The week will culminate in a public festival on 20th of September 2025, transforming the dried-up riverbed into a vibrant space celebrating art, memory, and ecology. The event will feature immersive installations, performances, screenings, and family-friendly activities, along with a digital art trail and an interactive wall painting through Ayios Dometios.

 

  • September 15 & 16 – Workshop “Liquid Capsule”

    NOUS (Strovolos)

    A two-day creative workshop led by artists Elena Adamou and Benjamin Nid culminating in the creation of a multimedia installation inspired by the collective connection to the river.

  • September 19 – Educational Day: Art & Digital

    Pedieos Linear Park

    A Day dedicated to schools featuring augmented reality workshops, participatory projects, and playful, water-themed educational activities, with the participation of artists Julie Stephen Chheng, Elena Adamou and Benjamin Nid

  • September 20 – Public Festival “Water Dreams”

    Pedieos Linear Park, Nicosia

    Vibrant public festival will transform the dried-up riverbed into a space of art, memory, and ecology, featuring immersive installations, performances, film screenings, and interactive activities for all audiences.

Festival’s Program (Saturday 20th September 2025):

  • 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM
  • Festival Opening Ceremony
    Welcome speech, introduction to the day’s program, and presentation of the main themes.

  • 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
  • Creative Workshop
    An interactive, hands-on session open to all ages, exploring the day’s artistic and ecological themes through collective creation.

  • 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
  • Afternoon DJ Set
    Ambient and experimental sounds to accompany the transition from day to evening in a relaxed, open-air setting.

  • 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM
  • Keynote Talk
    A short, impactful address by a guest speaker on art, ecology, and community engagement.

  • 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM
  • Ideas Forum
    A participatory discussion inviting artists, thinkers, and the public to exchange ideas around the day’s themes.

  • 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
  • Film Screening
    Water in Cyprus: Memories of Bygone Times
    Directed and produced by Paschalis Papapetrou, this film is an initiative of the Cyprus Environmental Commission, offering a reflective look at the role of water in the island’s history and identity.

  • 8:00 PM – 8:30 PM
  • Sunset DJ Set
    A dynamic mix to energize the crowd as night falls and the space begins to transform.

  • 8:30 PM – 1:00 AM
  • Launch of the Interactive Installations
    As darkness sets in, the site comes alive with light, sound, and movement through a series of immersive and interactive installations inviting the public to wander, reflect, and participate in a unique night-time experience.

With the support of:

TotalEnergies, Municipality of Nicosia, Municipality of Strovolos, Municipality of Agios Dometios, Ministry of Education, Representation of the European Commission in Cyprus, public schools, and numerous local and international artists.

A gathering at the crossroads of art, ecology, and collective action. Join us to dream of a river that flows once more.