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400+Festivals Annually

3,000+Groups

180,000+Artists & Participants

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4International OfficesOhrid · Ljubljana · Vienna · Dubai

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64 Host Destinations · 189 Festivals

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7 Festivals

Dubai

United Arab Emirates

A global city where spectacular architecture, international culture and unforgettable experiences come together. Dubai offers performing groups a stage unlike anywhere else in the world.

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2 Festivals

Bar

Montenegro

A historic port city where ancient ruins, the Adriatic coast and Mediterranean charm converge. Bar offers a unique stage for performing groups on Montenegro's stunning coastline.

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14 Festivals

Budva

Montenegro

Choirs
Majorettes

A jewel of the Adriatic where medieval history, stunning coastlines and a vibrant cultural scene converge. Budva offers a captivating stage for performing groups.

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11 Festivals

Durrës

Albania

Choirs
Majorettes

An ancient port city where Roman history meets the sparkling Adriatic coastline, offering a unique stage for cultural performances.

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1 Festival

Hurghada

Egypt

A vibrant coastal city where the stunning Red Sea meets the majestic Eastern Desert. Hurghada provides a colourful and sun-drenched backdrop for performing groups from around the globe.

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2 Festivals

Lido di Jesolo

Italy

A classic Italian seaside resort where Adriatic charm, vibrant summer life and the timeless culture of Venice meet, offering a perfect stage for performing groups.

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8 Festivals

Paralia

Greece

Choirs
Modern Dance

A vibrant seaside resort where the legendary Greek coastline meets the mythical slopes of Mount Olympus, offering a sun-drenched stage for cultural performance.

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5 Festivals

Pula

Croatia

Choirs
Majorettes

An ancient Roman city where monumental history, Adriatic charm and vibrant culture create an inspiring backdrop for performers.

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2 Festivals

Skiathos

Greece

Choirs

An idyllic Greek island where lush pine forests meet turquoise waters and traditional charm. Skiathos offers performing groups an enchanting Aegean stage for cultural exchange.

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2 Festivals

Zanzibar

Tanzania

An archipelago where centuries of history, vibrant Swahili culture and idyllic natural beauty converge. Zanzibar offers performing groups a stage rich in heritage and inspiration.

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4 Festivals

Saranda

Albania

Choirs

A sunny Ionian Sea town on Albania's southern Riviera, facing the island of Corfu and surrounded by ancient history.

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11 Festivals

Ohrid

North Macedonia

Choirs

A jewel of the Balkans on the shores of ancient Lake Ohrid, a UNESCO natural and cultural heritage site.

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Festivals in 35 countries, coordinated from 4 international offices. Spin the globe and pick a country.

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Festival Report · 8 Oct 2026

VENICE FEST 2026 brought 10 international groups together in Jesolo

From 02–04 October 2026, XIII International Festival “VENICE FEST” brought 10 groups from Croatia, Slovenia, Costa Rica, Poland and Montenegro together in Jesolo, Italy, for days filled with music, dance, culture and international friendship. World Festival Association