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X INTERNATIONAL FOLKLORE FESTIVAL “WORLD CUP OF FOLKLORE” 2027

Destination
Lido di Jesolo, Italy
Dates
21–24 May 2027
Length
4 days · 3 nights
Director
S.R. & WOFA
Apply by
21 Jan 2027
From
€185 / person
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Overview

The festival

The X International Folklore Festival “World Cup of Folklore” takes place from 21 to 24 May 2027 in Lido di Jesolo, Italy.

The festival brings together folklore groups and performers from different countries for an international competition focused on traditional music, dance and cultural heritage. It promotes cultural exchange, international cooperation and the presentation of folklore traditions through competitive performances, official festival activities and cultural programmes.

Program

Festival program

The detailed official festival programme for 2027 will be announced by the organizers. The event will include the official opening, competition performances, festival parade, additional concerts, closing ceremony and awards presentation.

Stay & prices

Participation & prices

Booking & Payment Terms

Participants are responsible for paying for their own accommodation package.

The 2027 information does not specify a deposit percentage, payment deadline or cancellation terms.

Plan your arrival

Travel & Logistics

Lido di Jesolo

Full destination guide

Closest airports

  • Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) — ~30 km (about 35 min)

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

  • Treviso Airport (TSF) — ~50 km

    Budget airlines serving this airport: Ryanair, Wizz Air

Train & coach arrival

• Venezia Mestre / San Donà di Piave — nearest rail hubs

Ferry & port connections

• Punta Sabbioni — boats to Venice (about 40 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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Before you go

Rules, excursions & practical details

Participation

The festival is open to folklore groups and performers with previous festival experience and awards.

Accepted categories

  • Authentic folklore dance groups
  • Folklore dance groups with modern choreography
  • Folk music groups
  • Folklore choirs and vocal ensembles
  • Mixed folklore ensembles
  • Groups performing live music, singing and dance

Age categories

  • Children and youth: up to 18 years
  • Adults: 18+

Children and youth groups may include up to 30% of participants from another age category.

Applications

Groups should complete the official application form and provide the required information about their ensemble, including previous awards and festival achievements.

Performance & Stage

  • Each competition programme may last a maximum of 10 minutes.
  • Participating groups may also be invited to take part in the official opening, festival parade, additional concerts, official closing and award ceremony.
  • Competition performances are evaluated by an international jury.

Excursions

Optional cultural programmes and excursions may be organized by agreement with participating groups.

Specific excursion destinations and prices are not currently listed in the 2027 information.

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