AVRA has announced the highly anticipated return of The Great Sunday Pool Club, a one-night-only celebration of endless summer, set against the shimmering waters of the Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens. Taking place on Sunday, September 14th, the event gathers some of Greece’s most respected cocktail bars for a collaborative takeover on the hotel’s Sunset Deck at the Nafsika Pool.
A Celebration of Greece’s Bar Culture
Known for its coastal elegance and Mediterranean-inspired cocktails, Avra has made The Great Sunday Club series an Athens institution. The concept fuses sun-soaked hospitality with modern cocktail culture, spotlighting creativity, community, and guest shifts from leading bars across the country.
This year, the event welcomes an extraordinary lineup: Gorilla (Thessaloniki), 7 Jokers, The Bar in Front of the Bar, and The Clumsies. Each will present a signature cocktail crafted with a chosen spirit, reflecting the distinct style and philosophy of their bar.
For locals, industry professionals, and traveling enthusiasts, it’s a chance to experience Greece’s modern bartending renaissance distilled into one unforgettable evening.
Cocktails Meet Culinary Pairings
The drinks program will be complemented by Helios, the hotel’s vibrant Latin-American restaurant by the pool, serving complimentary tacos and tortillas throughout the night. It’s the kind of pairing that balances refinement with casual joy, keeping the atmosphere light and celebratory.
Music sets the tone for the evening: DJ Andy S kicks off at 18:30, curating a sun-drenched mood until 20:00, before Christos Sotiropoulos takes over the decks until 22:30. Expect an arc that builds toward late-summer euphoria, the perfect backdrop to world-class cocktails.
The Participating Bars and Their Cocktails
Gorilla (Thessaloniki)
A neighbourhood favorite in Valaoritou, Gorilla is known for bold flavours and sharp technique wrapped in a laid-back style. Their featured cocktail, crafted with Mataora Gin, channels the bar’s high-energy character.
7 Jokers
An Athens institution with a cult following, 7 Jokers blends late-night rock ‘n’ roll spirit with refined bartending. Their cocktail, based on Calle 23 Tequila, strikes the balance between structure and swagger.
The Bar in Front of the Bar
With its minimalist interiors and conceptual drinks, this bar has become synonymous with modern Athens mixology. Their creation, made with Grapes and Rocks, reflects their ingredient-led, disciplined approach.
The Clumsies
Consistently ranked among the World’s 50 Best Bars, The Clumsies bring international weight to the lineup. Their Chopin Vodka cocktail promises inventive polish and the kind of execution that has earned them global acclaim.
Endless Summer in Athens
With tacos, cocktails, and music stretched across a September night, The Great Sunday Pool Club is less an event than a state of mind—a reminder that Greece’s cocktail culture thrives as much under the stars as under the sun.
For more information on the AVRA Great Sunday Pool Club, head over to the bar’s official website.
