Holy Wednesday in Corfu – Easter 2026 Guide

Holy Week Traditions, Washbasin Service & Mozart Requiem Concert

Date: Wednesday, 8 April 2026
Location: Corfu Town (Old Town churches & Municipal Theatre)

If you’re visiting Corfu during Orthodox Easter 2026, Holy Wednesday is one of the most atmospheric evenings of Holy Week — combining deeply traditional church services with beautiful classical music performances.

It’s a quieter, reflective day before the intensity of Good Friday and Holy Saturday, making it perfect for travellers who want to experience authentic Corfiot Easter traditions without huge crowds.

✨ What happens on Holy Wednesday in Corfu?

🕯️ 18:30–20:30 – Washbasin (Nipter) Sequence

📍 Church of All Saints (I.N. All Saints), Corfu Town

The evening begins with the Washbasin Service (Nipter Service), a symbolic Orthodox ceremony commemorating Christ washing the feet of his disciples.

In Corfu, this service is especially moving, performed with:
• Byzantine hymn chanting
• The Church Music Choir of the Holy Metropolis “Saint Arsenios”
• A candlelit, solemn atmosphere

It’s one of the most spiritual and traditional Holy Week services, giving visitors a rare glimpse into authentic Greek Orthodox worship.

🎼 21:00 – Religious Music Concert (Mozart Requiem)

📍 Municipal Theatre of Corfu

Later in the evening, the tone shifts from liturgical to cultural with a religious music concert at the Municipal Theatre.

For 2026, the programme features:

Mozart’s Requiem
Performed by the Corfu Municipal Choir “San Giacomo”

Corfu has a strong philharmonic and classical music tradition, so these Holy Week concerts are a big part of the island’s identity. Even if you’re not religious, this is a beautiful way to experience the island’s cultural side.

🌿 Why visitors love Holy Wednesday

Holy Wednesday offers the perfect balance of:

✔ Spiritual tradition
✔ Historic churches
✔ Classical music
✔ Smaller crowds than Good Friday/Saturday
✔ A peaceful Old Town evening atmosphere

It’s ideal if you want to experience real Corfu Easter culture without the intense crowds of the later Holy Week processions.

✅ Tips for attending

• Arrive early for church services — seating is limited
• Dress respectfully (shoulders/knees covered)
• Book theatre tickets in advance for concerts
• Pair the evening with dinner in Liston or Campiello afterwards

📍 Quick Summary

Holy Wednesday Corfu 2026 schedule:
• 18:30–20:30 – Washbasin Service at All Saints Church
• 21:00 – Mozart Requiem at Municipal Theatre