Ancient Greeks entertained themselves through religious festivals,
various forms of games, and drama.
Ancient Greek entertainment was
motivated by their religious beliefs. Some festivals were held to honor the gods
and usually had a procession and a sacrifice to the gods. The city of Athens
held a festival to honor Dionysus in which playwrights competed. Other
competitions in music, poetry, and athletics were also held. The result of such
competitions included some of the best plays in Ancient Greek history
(“Festivals and Games). Outdoor festivals were also held in Akropolis, a city in
which the Parthenon was built.
various forms of games, and drama.
Ancient Greek entertainment was
motivated by their religious beliefs. Some festivals were held to honor the gods
and usually had a procession and a sacrifice to the gods. The city of Athens
held a festival to honor Dionysus in which playwrights competed. Other
competitions in music, poetry, and athletics were also held. The result of such
competitions included some of the best plays in Ancient Greek history
(“Festivals and Games). Outdoor festivals were also held in Akropolis, a city in
which the Parthenon was built.