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X MARMARIS INTERNATIONAL DANCE & MUSIC FESTIVAL AND COMPETITION 2027

Destination
Marmaris, Türkiye
Dates
26–30 Oct 2027
Length
5 days · 4 nights
Apply by
26 Sept 2027
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Overview

The festival

The X Marmaris International Dance & Music Festival and Competition takes place from 26 to 30 October 2027 in Marmaris, Muğla, Türkiye.

Situated where the Mediterranean and Aegean regions meet, Marmaris is one of Turkey’s best-known tourist destinations, celebrated for its coastline, natural scenery and rich cultural history.

The event brings together performers from different countries for dance, music, cultural exchange and competition, offering participating groups the opportunity to perform while experiencing this popular coastal destination.

Program

Day by day

Tuesday 26 October

Arrival day

  1. Check-in and settling in

  2. Performance

Stay & prices

Accommodation & participation

Meals are served buffet-style.

Booking & Payment Terms

  • There are no free participants, regardless of group size.
  • The organization does not pay participating groups any fee for attending the festival.
  • Excursion prices and final arrangements are confirmed 30 days before the festival. Payment is made after arrival at the hotel.

Plan your arrival

Travel & Logistics

Marmaris

Full destination guide

Closest airports

  • Dalaman Airport (DLM) — ~95 km (about 1 h 30 min)

    Budget airlines serving this airport: easyJet, Jet2, Pegasus, AJet

  • Bodrum–Milas Airport (BJV) — ~150 km

    Budget airlines serving this airport: Pegasus, AJet, SunExpress, easyJet, Jet2

Train & coach arrival

• Marmaris coach station — intercity coaches

Ferry & port connections

• Ferries Marmaris – Rhodes, Greece (about 1 h)

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

MUTTAŞ operates district public transport; taxis and arranged vehicles support local journeys.

Practical notes

Allow for variable road traffic. Marmaris is a port town, but current passenger ferry routes were not verified in this research; check operators separately.

Before you go

Rules, excursions & practical details

Participation

Participants must be at least 10 years old, and each group must include at least 5 people. Group photographs must be submitted with the application.

Eligible Categories

  • Folk, modern, classical and country dance groups
  • Folk, classical, instrumental and country music groups
  • Chorus and vocal groups
  • Brass bands and rhythm groups
  • Street theatre, mime and acrobatic groups
  • Majorette and flag groups

Performance & Stage

  • Performances may last 5, 10 or 15 minutes.
  • Music may be performed live or supplied by CD or USB.

Excursions

Excursions & Sightseeing

  • Marmaris Sun, Swim & Splash Boat Adventure: All-inclusive boat tour visiting Aquarium Bay, Paradise Island, Phosphorous Cave, Amos Beach, Turunç and Green Bay.
  • Full-Day Guided Dalyan Tour: Boat trip departing from İçmeler and Marmaris, featuring highlights of the Dalyan region.
  • Atlantis Water Park – Marmaris & İçmeler: Numerous slides, a private beach area and playgrounds.
  • Glass-Bottom Semi-Submarine Tour: Underwater sightseeing through glass windows, with four swimming stops.
  • Cleopatra Island Boat Tour: Full-day boat trip with swimming breaks, BBQ lunch, drinks and time at Cleopatra Island’s white-sand beach and ruins.
  • Turkish Bath Experience: Two-hour traditional Turkish bath with a full-body scrub and soap massage.
  • Marmaris Buggy Safari: Guided buggy adventure across rugged terrain and streams.
  • Dalyan River Cruise: Boat tour featuring rock tombs, mud baths, Iztuzu Beach, lunch and swimming.
  • Marmaris Horse Safari: One-hour guided horse safari with professional instructors and safety equipment.
  • Marmaris & İçmeler Go-Karting: Family-friendly go-kart racing; no driver’s license required.
  • Marmaris Turkish Night Show: Evening experience with a Turkish dinner, unlimited drinks, belly dancers and whirling dervishes.
  • Marmaris & İçmeler Jeep Safari: Mountain safari with water fights, a color and foam party, Turgut Waterfalls and İsa Beach.
  • Dalyan Turtle Beach Tour: Guided boat trip along the Dalyan Canal to Delik Island and Iztuzu Beach.
  • Pamukkale Day Tour: Full-day excursion to the famous white thermal terraces of Pamukkale.
  • Hidden Treasures of the Marmaris Peninsula: Private tour of the villages of the Bozburun Peninsula, including pide tasting and lunch.
  • White Water Rafting: Guided rafting experience on the Dalaman River.
  • Marmaris Bar Street: Visit popular nightlife venues including Backstreet Marmaris, Greenhouse Dance Club, Babylon Club, Crazy Daisy, Joy Club and Club Arena.

Excursion groups must have at least 10 participants.

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