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International Dance & Music Festival BOSPHORUS

19 -

23 November, 2025

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Istanbul, TURKEY

All Performing Arts

from 210 €

5 days

Director: B.U. & WOFA

Deadline:

September 19, 2025

Participation Information


The festival welcomes the participation of the following groups from all around the world:

Folk Dance Ensembles
Orchestras
Majorette Teams
Modern Dance Groups
Choirs
Music Bands

General Rules:


The festival is a non-competitive event, featuring traditional and modern dance performances, choral groups, majorette teams, orchestras, and brass bands.
Each ensemble must prepare at least 2 dances (08-12 minutes each) to be performed with USB or orchestra.
Folklore groups are required to bring a flag of their country and a few gifts for municipality visits and organizers.
To apply, groups must submit a completed Application Form. All filled-in and signed applications will signify acceptance of the terms and regulations.
Limited participation: Only 3 groups per country are allowed.
Groups must provide a short CV and a few photos of the ensemble by email.
Groups should arrange their own transport for arrival and departure.

Accommodation Information


Hotel Details:

Accommodation in 4* hotels (double and triple rooms with swimming pool).
Located at The Green Park Bostancı on Otelz.com

Included in Participation Fee:


4 nights with breakfast and dinner (half board) in a 4* hotel.
Open buffet breakfast and dinner with water provided during performances.
One free group leader for every 16-17 participants.
Additional days can be booked as follows:
40 EUR per person per day (with breakfast).
45 EUR per person per day (with breakfast and dinner).

Participation Fee:


210 EUR per person (includes accommodation, festival participation, and associated benefits).

Program Information



Day 1: Arrival and Welcome Reception
14:00: Arrival in Istanbul and hotel accommodation.
21:00: Welcome reception with group leaders.

Day 2: Festival Activities
10:00 – 15:00: Optional Bosphorus boat tour.
14:00: Ensemble parade.
14:30: Official festival evening, with a welcome speech and an open-air performance.

Day 3: Sightseeing & Festival Evening
10:00 – 18:00: Guided Istanbul sightseeing tour.
17:00: Second festival evening in a cultural center (indoor performance).

Day 4: Excursions & Closing Ceremony
10:00 – 15:00: Optional visit to Galata Tower, Taksim Square, and Eminonu Bazaar.
21:00: Closing ceremony, exchange of presents between ensemble leaders, and a dance workshop.

Day 5: Departure
07:00 – 10:00: Breakfast.
12:00: Departure from Istanbul.

Excursions Information



Festival participants will have the opportunity to experience the rich culture and history of Istanbul through organized tours and optional excursions:

Bosphorus Boat Tour: Available as an optional extra.

Istanbul Sightseeing (Day 3): Visit iconic locations including:
Hagia Sophia
Sultan Ahmed Square
Blue Mosque
Topkapi Palace
Byzantine Hippodrome
Basilica Cistern
Grand Bazaar

Visit Galata Tower, Taksim Square, and Eminonu Bazaar (optional or free time).

Application Form



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