Participation Information

With pleasure we INVITE you (Folk ensembles,  Ballroom dance teams, art schools, Music theatre, modern dance teams, orchestras and majorette teams), (children and youth  groups) to participate on XXXV XXXIX INTERNATIONAL FOLKLORE FESTIVAL ATATARIA LAMZDŽIAI 2025 from 06 – 08 June

CONDITIONS

1. The regulations of the XXXIX International Folklore Festival “Atataria lamzdžiai 2025” (hereinafter referred to as the “Festival”) outline its aim, objectives, time, location, participation requirements, and registration details.
2. The festival, held annually since 1984, will take place in Kaunas, Lithuania, from June 6th-8th, 2025.
3. The theme of the Festival is EARTH, reflecting the traditional Lithuanian respect for the land as a source of life, prosperity, and national pride. Participants are encouraged to present folklore performances aligned with this theme.
4. The festival aims to promote ethnic culture, folklore traditions, and national consciousness while fostering intercultural cooperation and artistic excellence.
5. Objectives include:

• Organizing diverse cultural events for all age groups to preserve intangible cultural heritage.
• Offering engaging performances showcasing traditional folklore from different regions.
• Encouraging collaboration and knowledge-sharing between folklore ensembles.

Interested folklore groups must complete the online participant application by April 4, 2025