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X INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION AND FESTIVAL OF FOLKLORE, DANCE AND MUSIC “RIMINI ART INSPIRATIONS FESTIVAL” 2027

Destination
Rimini, Italy
Dates
25–30 Jul 2027
Length
6 days · 5 nights
Director
A.A. & WOFA
Apply by
1 May 2027
From
€330 / person
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Overview

The festival

The 10th International Competition and Festival of Folklore, Dance and Music “Rimini Art Inspirations Festival” takes place in Rimini / Pesaro, Italy, from 25 to 30 July 2027.

The festival promotes international cultural exchange, preserves national traditions and supports talented children, young people and adults across artistic disciplines. Participants can meet artists from different countries and combine competition performances with a seaside holiday and optional cultural excursions.

Program

Day by day

Sunday 25 July

Arrival

  1. —

    Arrival and hotel accommodation.

  2. —

    Beach leisure.

  3. —

    Dinner.

Plan your arrival

Travel & Logistics

Notes for these dates

Arrival in Rimini / Pesaro is planned around noon. Transfer to the competition venue can be arranged subject to availability.

Rimini

Full destination guide

Closest airports

  • Federico Fellini Airport Rimini (RMI) — ~8 km (about 15 min)

    Budget airlines serving this airport: Ryanair, Wizz Air

  • Bologna Airport (BLQ) — ~120 km (about 1 h 20 min)

    Budget airlines serving this airport: Ryanair, Wizz Air, Volotea

Train & coach arrival

• Rimini railway station — high-speed trains to Bologna and Milan

Organised by WOFA

• Airport & port transfers: available on request — share your flight or ferry details and our team will send a quote and coordinate private group transport to your hotel. • Local group coaches: private transport can be booked on request for concerts, performance venues and day trips. • Excursions & guided tours: tailored sightseeing and activities can be arranged for your group with upfront pricing. • All additional services are optional and priced on request, based on your group size and schedule.
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Getting around

Urban buses, coastal Metromare and cycle routes serve local journeys.

Practical notes

A14 has Rimini Nord and Rimini Sud exits. Confirm coach parking and the best coastal drop-off point for accommodation.

Before you go

Rules, excursions & practical details

Participation

Application deadline: 1 May 2027, or earlier if capacity is reached.

Who can participate

  • Folklore groups.
  • Vocal soloists, duets, vocal ensembles, choirs and vocal-instrumental performers.
  • Dance groups and soloists.
  • Instrumentalists and instrumental ensembles.
  • Theatre performers, circus artists, fashion theatres and modelling groups.

Age categories

  • 4–6 years.
  • 7–9 years.
  • 10–13 years.
  • 14–17 years.
  • 18+.
  • 50+.
  • Mixed-age groups.

Artistic categories

  • Folklore: traditional rituals, dances, songs, folk instruments and performances based on national folklore.
  • Vocal: pop, folk, classical, jazz, original songs and choirs.
  • Choreography: folk dance, stylized folk dance, classical dance, ballroom, Latin, modern, contemporary, jazz, street dance, children’s choreography, oriental dance, majorettes, cheerleading, flash mob and show dance.
  • Instrumental: string, plucked, wind, percussion and folk instruments. The piano category is not available.
  • Other categories: theatre arts, circus arts and fashion shows.

Participants may enter several artistic categories. Each additional category requires a separate application.

Visa & invitations

Official invitation preparation is included in the festival package.

Performance & Stage

  • One application allows 1–2 performances within the applicable time limit.
  • Soloists, duets and trios: up to 4 minutes.
  • Small groups of 4–10 participants: up to 6 minutes.
  • Ensembles and groups of 11 or more participants: up to 9 minutes.
  • Vocal performances may use backing tracks, live accompaniment or a cappella.
  • The planned competition venue is Teatro “G. Santi” in Bottega di Vallefoglia, Italy, with approximately 336 seats, a stage of approximately 120 m², and professional sound and lighting systems.

Excursions

San Marino

An optional excursion costs approximately €45–50 per person, including transportation.

Venice

For groups travelling by their own coach, an additional excursion may be arranged after hotel check-out. It may include a boat transfer and guided city sightseeing. An additional fee applies.

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