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X INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL-COMPETITION “MARATHON OF TALENTS IN EUROPE” 2027

Destination
Blanes, Spain
Dates
27–31 Mar 2027
Length
5 days · 4 nights
Apply by
27 Jan 2027
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Overview

The festival

X International Festival-Competition “Marathon of Talents in Europe”

The festival takes place in Blanes on the Costa Brava, Spain, from 27–31 March 2027.

An international meeting point for creativity and the performing arts, it connects artists from different cultures, encourages international cooperation, showcases artistic achievements and promotes tolerance through cultural exchange.

Organized by Monolit Festivals S.L., with support from the local authorities of Lloret de Mar and other cultural institutions.

Program

Day by day

Saturday 27 March

Arrival

  1. —

    27 March 2027: Arrival in Barcelona.

  2. —

    Transfer to Costa Brava.

  3. —

    Hotel accommodation.

  4. —

    Free time / rest.

  5. —

    Meeting with festival organizers depending on arrival time.

  6. —

    Introduction to the festival program.

  7. —

    Presentation of optional excursions.

Stay & prices

Participation & prices

Booking & Payment Terms

The festival may be cancelled up to 30 days before the festival week if the minimum number of participants is not reached. In that case, already-paid festival contributions are refunded.

Plan your arrival

Travel & Logistics

Blanes

Full destination guide

Closest airports

  • Girona–Costa Brava Airport (GRO) — ~35 km (about 35 min)

    Budget airlines serving this airport: Ryanair

  • Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) — ~80 km (about 1 h 10 min)

    Budget airlines serving this airport: Vueling, Ryanair, easyJet, Wizz Air

Train & coach arrival

• Blanes railway station — Rodalies trains from Barcelona (about 1 h 15 min)

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

Local buses connect districts and the station. Walking and cycling suit selected central and coastal journeys.

Practical notes

C-32 and N-II provide road access. Coastal boats are seasonal; confirm operation before relying on them.

Before you go

Rules, excursions & practical details

Participation

The festival welcomes children, youth and adults, with no general age limit.

Accepted Disciplines

  • Classical Dance
  • Ballroom Dance
  • Modern Dance
  • Folk / National Dance
  • Pop Dance
  • Social Dance
  • Mixed Dance Styles
  • Vocal and Choir
  • Instrumental Music
  • Orchestras and Ensembles
  • Photography and Video
  • Design
  • Arts and Crafts
  • Theatre Fashion
  • Creative Word
  • Theatre
  • Musicals
  • Mixed Music & Theatre Groups
  • Other Performing Arts

Age Categories

  • Under 9 years
  • 10–13 years
  • 14–16 years
  • 17–21 years
  • 22 years and over

Application & Responsibilities

  • Complete the official competition application form and submit it to the organizer.
  • Provide all organizational information requested by the festival.
  • Group leaders are responsible for their participants during festival activities and free time.
  • The organizer reserves the right to use and distribute audio, video and other material produced during the competition.

Visa & Invitations

An official invitation is included in the standard festival package.

Performance & Stage

  • For the competition, prepare 2 performances, each lasting a maximum of 4 minutes.
  • Submit required background music before the festival and competition.
  • For the Gala Concert, prepare 1 performance; it may be the same as a competition performance or a different one.
  • Theatre groups, musicals and mixed theatre/music productions may submit one performance lasting 20–25 minutes.
  • Live accompaniment is allowed.

Excursions

Optional Excursions

  • 4-hour sailing trip on catamaran Sensation, including food, drinks and swimming in a wild bay.
  • Barcelona Panoramic Tour.
  • Montserrat Monastery.
  • Flamenco Show “Noche Española”.
  • PortAventura Theme Park.
  • Girona & Dalí Museum.
  • Rupit & Besalú.
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