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X INTERNATIONAL FOLKLORE FESTIVAL “SPIRIT OF LAN XANG – LAND OF A MILLION ELEPHANTS” 2026

Destination
Vientiane, Laos
Dates
21–28 Nov 2026
Length
8 days · 7 nights
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21 Oct 2026 · 7 days left
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Overview

The festival

X International Folklore Festival “Spirit of Lan Xang – Land of a Million Elephants”

The November 2026 edition takes place in Vientiane, Laos, bringing together folklore groups from different countries to celebrate traditional music, dance and cultural heritage.

Inspired by the historic Kingdom of Lan Xang, known as the “Land of a Million Elephants,” the festival offers an opportunity to experience Lao history and hospitality. Groups present their national culture, meet international performers and build friendships through cultural exchange.

Program

Day by day

Saturday 21 November

Arrival

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    Arrival culture groups at Wattay airport, Laos meet and greet delegations, after emigration procedures travel to hotels, meeting with organizers of festival.

Stay & prices

Accommodation packages

Price includes

  • Hotel accommodation for 8 days / 7 nights.
  • Breakfast.
  • Participation in festival performances.
  • Diplomas.
  • Stage and technical organization.
  • Cultural activities and workshops.
  • Organized airport–hotel–airport transfers from and to Wattay International Airport in Vientiane, according to official festival arrangements.
  • Free accommodation for one group leader in groups with at least 25 participants.

Not included

  • International travel arrangements and airline tickets.
  • Travel and medical insurance costs.
  • Lunch and dinner.
  • Optional excursions outside the standard participation package, which may require extra payment.
  • All personal expenses not specifically included in the package.

Accommodation is in a 3-star hotel in Vientiane, within walking distance of the city centre. Triple, double and single rooms are offered.

Booking & Payment Terms

Application & Payment

  • Participation requires prior application and acceptance by the festival organization.
  • Groups must submit the required information about their ensemble, participants and performance program before the application deadline.
  • After acceptance, an advance guarantee payment of 10% of the total amount is required and deducted from the final participation fee.
  • The remaining balance must be paid according to the payment schedule provided after confirmation of participation.

Pricing Notes

Advertised prices start from EUR 260 per person. Published room-based rates per person are EUR 260 in a triple room, EUR 300 in a double room and EUR 350 in a single room. The exact price may depend on room type and final booking conditions.

No separate tourist tax is currently specified in the published festival conditions. Additional local charges should only be added if officially confirmed.

Before you go

Rules, excursions & practical details

Participation

Who Can Participate

  • Folk dance groups, traditional instrumental ensembles, folklore singers, music groups and performers presenting traditional customs, rituals and stories may apply.
  • Participants must be at least 12 years old.
  • Each delegation may include a maximum of 40 people.

Group Responsibilities

  • Bring a national flag, a visible sign or banner bearing the group’s name, and a small symbolic gift for cultural exchange.
  • Groups may be asked to provide a short ensemble presentation or history, together with photos, videos or other promotional material.
  • Take part in cultural workshops, lectures, exhibitions and other activities included in the festival program.
  • Behave professionally and follow the festival organization’s instructions throughout the event.

Travel & Medical Insurance

Participants are responsible for arranging their own travel and medical insurance.

Performance & Stage

  • Prepare a free-choice performance program of up to 20 minutes.
  • Prepare an approximately 5-minute presentation of your country for festival activities.
  • Each group is expected to take part in three festival performances.
  • Groups must respect scheduled rehearsals, performances and festival activities.

Excursions

Participants will have opportunities to discover Vientiane’s cultural, historical and tourist attractions. Visits may include important landmarks, museums, cultural institutions, the Mekong River area and other places of interest in and around the capital.

Optional guided excursions to Luang Prabang and Vang Vieng may also be organized. Exact excursion options, schedules and prices will be provided according to the final festival program and availability.

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21–28 Nov 2026Closing in 7 days
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