Overview
The VI International Folk Dance Festival-Competition “KHAZAR FOLK” takes place from 28 June to 2 July 2027 in Baku, Azerbaijan. It celebrates traditional culture, artistic creativity and international friendship, bringing performers from different countries together to exchange experiences and establish international connections.
The competition and gala performances are planned to take place at Heydar Aliyev Palace, one of Baku’s well-known cultural venues.
Encourage cultural exchange and friendship between people of different nationalities.
Preserve and promote national traditions, cultural heritage and artistic identity.
Encourage civic responsibility, patriotism and mutual respect among children and young people through artistic activities.
Promote cultural values, humanism and cooperation between generations.
Support the creative development of talented children, young people and adults.
Encourage cooperation between artistic ensembles and professionals in culture and the performing arts.
Develop opportunities to combine music, dance, literature, theatre and visual arts.
Create an international environment for performers to share experiences and develop their artistic abilities.
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Program
Monday 28 June
Stay & prices
Accepted groups receive participation confirmation and advance-payment instructions.
A guarantee payment of 10% of the participation fee is required to confirm the reservation. This amount is deducted from the final participation payment.
Plan your arrival
Before you go
Application deadline: 15 November 2026.
Optional excursions to Baku and its surroundings may be arranged upon request. The city combines historical landmarks, modern architecture and cultural attractions along the Caspian Sea.
The organizers will provide excursion details and prices.
