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XXI International music & dance festival UNDER THE SKY OF OLIMP

16 -

21 July, 2025

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Paralia-Katerini, GREECE

All Performing Arts

from 155 €

6 days

Director: Z.S.& WOFA

Deadline:

May 16, 2025

Participation Information



With pleasure, we INVITE folk ensembles, choral groups, majorette teams, brass bands, and other performing groups (children, youth, and adults) to participate in the XX International Music & Dance Festival “Under the Sky of Olimp” from July 16 to 21, 2024, in Paralia – Olympic, Katerini, Greece.
The festival aims to present the cultural traditions of different countries and provides an opportunity for participants to establish friendships and showcase their cultures through dance and music. The festival is open to folk and choir ensembles, orchestras, and majorettes, regardless of the members’ gender and age.

General Rules:

The festival is a non-competitive sample of traditional and modern dances and music performed by groups. Participants may include children and youth folklore dance groups, modern dance groups, vocal groups, instrumental groups, soloists, and performers from other art styles. Participation is limited to three groups from each country. Each group should consist of no more than 50 members, including dancers, managers, and musicians. Ensembles should prepare at least two folk dances with a total performance time of 15 minutes, along with an orchestra or USB. Choral groups should prepare a free program lasting about 15 minutes. Performances will take place in the evening, allowing time for sightseeing during the day. Groups must send a short CV and photos, bring a flag of their country, and arrange their own transport for arrival and departure.

Accommodation Information



Participants will be accommodated in hotels and apartments located on the beach, such as Yakhintos, Katerina, Xenia Zeus, Ifigenia, Despina, London, and Phenix, in full capacity and multiple rooms with private toilets.
Pricing:

155 euros per person: 4 half-board (HB) meals for 5 days/4 nights.
186 euros per person: 5 half-board (HB) meals for 6 days/5 nights.
For drivers and leaders, there will be two double rooms provided. Additional double rooms are available for 12 euros per person per day.

Festival Organizers Provide:

One free spot for every 24 dancers.
Souvenirs and gifts for each group.
Certificates for attendance.
A welcome reception for leaders (with drinks).
Free parking.
Advertising of the festival through social media, newsletters, and posters.

Extended Stay Information


You can continue your stay in Paralia. Price will be 40 Euro per day per person HB – price is special for the participants in festivals that we can provide.

Insurance: Personal responsibility and health insurance are required. Medical services will be available and must be covered by the group.

After the festival, organizers will provide a link for participants to access photos and videos from the event. Transportation from Thessaloniki Airport can be arranged, with costs to be agreed upon based on group size.

Program Information



Festival Schedule:
Day 1:

13:00: Arrival in Paralia, hotel accommodation, and free time (beach time).
18:00 – 19:00: Dinner in the hotel.
21:00: Welcome reception with group leaders.

Day 2:

07:00 – 08:30: Breakfast.
11:00 – 16:00: Boat excursion in the Thermaikos Gulf (20 euros per person).
18:00 – 19:00: Dinner in the hotel.
21:00: Welcome party with all participants at Aloha beach.

Day 3:

07:00 – 08:30: Breakfast.
11:00 – 16:00: Optional boat excursion or visiting Meteora or Thessaloniki.
18:00 – 19:00: Dinner in the hotel.
19:30 – 23:00: Festival evening on the square in Paralia or Olympic (certificate distribution and exchange of presents on stage).

Day 4:

09:00 – 10:00: Breakfast.
11:00 – 17:00: Beach time or visiting Meteora.
21:00: Free time in Paralia.

Day 5:

09:00 – 11:00: Breakfast.
11:30: Departure of participants.

Optional Extra Days:

Day 5 (continued):
09:00 – 10:00: Breakfast.
10:30 – 14:00: Visiting Katerini or free time on the beach.
19:00 – 20:00: Dinner in the hotel.
21:00: Second festival evening.

Day 6:

08:00 – 09:00: Breakfast.
09:00 – 14:00: Departure.



Excursion Information



Festival participants will have opportunities for excursions, including:
Boat Excursion in the Thermaikos Gulf: For 20 euros per person, featuring swimming stops and lunch on Variko beach.
Visiting historical sites such as Meteora or Thessaloniki can also be arranged.
Additional Excursions: If participants wish to extend their stay, a visit to Katerini or further beach time can be arranged, along with additional festival evenings.

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