3rd INTERNATIONAL OLIVE CONFERENCE AND FESTIVAL
LESVOS 27-30 MAY 2026
"OLIVE OIL: A HEALING BALM FOR ALL"
MUNICIPAL THEATRE OF MYTILENE
3rd INTERNATIONAL OLIVE CONFERENCE AND FESTIVAL
Rooted in tradition. Driven by knowledge. Focused on the future.
The 3rd INTERNATIONAL OLIVE CONFERENCE AND FESTIVAL returns in 2026, strengthening its global presence and continuing a vital conversation about the olive, as a symbol of health, sustainability, and cultural identity.
This year’s edition brings together international experts, chefs, and creators to explore a wide range of topics: health, nutrition, regenerative agriculture, technology, the environment, branding, tourism, and the arts, all through keynotes, panel discussions, and hands-on workshops.
A special focus will be placed on olive tourism as a driver of local development and gastronomy as a powerful ambassador for Greek olive oil worldwide.
More than a conference, the 3rd INTERNATIONAL OLIVE CONFERENCE AND FESTIVAL
is an immersive experience, a celebration of culture, flavour, and ideas that connect us all through the enduring legacy of the olive tree.
MEET THE ORGANIZER
ELEAS NISOS LESVOS ASSOCIATION
Founded in January 2020, the Cultural Association Eleas Nisos Lesvos was established with a clear vision: to bring forward the timeless cultural and historical significance of the olive tree, while embracing contemporary innovations and practices in olive oil production.
Through a wide range of initiatives, the Association aims to bridge heritage with progress, honouring the olive’s deep-rooted symbolism while promoting its relevance in today’s world of sustainability, gastronomy, and wellness.
“We contribute to the development of our birthplace and our country, and we identify growth prospects in conference – MICE tourism when linked to education, the primary sector of production, and sustainability. Our island, our beautiful Lesvos, and our country overall can both become “Olive – Elia Ambassadors” to further promote culture, gastronomy, tourism,and drive regional growth.”
WHO CAN PARTICIPATE
Υοu can attend FOR Free the 3-day Confest if you belong to one or more of the following groups:
- Olive producers – Olive mills
- Agronomists –
- Environmentalists
- Doctors and members of the wider scientific and academic community
- Nutritionists
- Food technologists
- Catering professionals –
- Chefs – Olive Oil Conoisseurs
- Tourism professionals (hoteliers, tour operators)
And of course… ALL OF YOU who wish to discover more about the scientific aspects and benefits of olive oil on Lesvos Ιsland!
CORE PILLARS
Rooted in the heritage of the olive, this multi-dimensional Conference-Festival delves into a series of essential thematic areas
SCIENCE & HEALTH
Nutrition, healing, prevention, and the medical applications of olive oil.
SUSTAINABILITY & ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITY
Agri-tech, traceability, AI applications, and emerging digital solutions in the olive sector.
REGENERATIVE AGRICULTURE
The future of farming grounded in respect for the land, people, and time.
INNOVATION & DIGITAL TOOLS
Agri-tech, traceability, AI applications, and emerging digital solutions in the olive sector.
MARKET, BRANDING & IDENTITY
Strategic branding, export development, international markets, and modern communication tools.
OLIVE OIL & EDIBLE OLIVE: From Root to Heart
Nutritional value, quality, tasting, and alignment with international standards.
GASTRONOMY
Workshops and masterclasses by renowned chefs, showcasing olive oil at the core of haute cuisine.
OLIVE OIL TOURISM
(Oleotourism)
The olive as a lived cultural experience and a driver of sustainable local development.
CULTURE & HERITAGE
The olive as a symbol, tradition, narrative, and identity of the Mediterranean world.
FESTIVAL DAY
AN INTERACTIVE CULINARY EXPERIENCE OF LOCALITY AND SUSTAINABILITY
The fourth and final day of the event promises an immersive and engaging gastronomic experience, carefully crafted to align with sustainability principles. Through a blend of interactive workshops and masterclasses featuring traditional island recipes, local products, and materials, participants will embark on a journey of sensory exploration, deeply connected to the essence of our locale – all complemented by the exquisite olive oil of Lesvos.
Esteemed chefs, alongside prominent figures from both Greece and abroad, will share their insights during interviews. Topics will range from the symbiotic relationship between the Mediterranean diet and university dining establishments to the development of sustainable culinary destinations. Discussions will also delve into the diverse culinary landscape found within hotels and catering services, exploring the pivotal role of olive mills as bastions of gastronomy and olive oil culture. Moreover, the day will encompass the conceptualization of immersive olive tourism experiences and much more.
