Overview
X International Majorette & Orchestra Festival “ADRIATIC BATON FESTIVAL” takes place in Durrës, Albania, from 16–20 September 2027. The festival welcomes majorette teams, brass orchestras and related music groups from different countries for a non-competitive international event combining parade performances, stage presentations and cultural exchange.
The festival is designed to promote friendship between participating groups and create a lively public atmosphere in Durrës through music, choreography and open-air performances.
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Program
Day 1 – 16 September 2027 | Arrival in Durrës
13:00 – Arrival in Durrës, hotel accommodation and free beach time.
18:00–19:00 – Buffet dinner.
21:00 – Welcome reception with group leaders.
Day 2 – 17 September 2027 | Durrës Sightseeing & Festival Opening
09:00–10:00 – Buffet breakfast.
11:00–15:00 – Sightseeing in Durrës.
18:00–19:00 – Buffet dinner.
19:30–23:00 – Parade along the main street to the city square, followed by the festival opening and performances.
Day 3 – 18 September 2027 | Beach Time or Krujë
09:00–10:00 – Buffet breakfast.
10:30–15:00 – Free beach time or optional visit to Krujë. Entrance: €2.
17:00–18:00 – Buffet dinner.
Day 4 – 19 September 2027 | Beach / Krujë & Pool Party
09:00–10:00 – Buffet breakfast.
10:30–15:00 – Beach time or optional visit to Krujë. Entrance: €2.
17:00–18:00 – Buffet dinner.
21:00 – Party with all participants around the hotel swimming pool.
Day 5 – 20 September 2027 | Departure
09:00–11:00 – Buffet breakfast.
11:00 – Departure of participating groups.
Stay & prices
PACKAGE INCLUDES
Hotel accommodation
Half Board
Festival organization
Participation in performances and parade activities
Certificates / festival recognition
Organizational assistance
NOT INCLUDED
Optional excursions
International travel
Personal expenses
Insurance
Transfers unless separately arranged
IMPORTANT
The festival program may be adjusted according to local organizational conditions, weather or the final number of participating groups.
Plan your arrival
Durrës
Full destination guideTirana International Airport (TIA) — ~30 km (about 30 min)
Before you go
WHO CAN PARTICIPATE
Majorette teams
Brass orchestras
Marching bands
Music groups
Related performance formations
GENERAL PARTICIPATION RULES
Festival is non-competitive
Maximum 3 groups per country
Maximum 70 participants per group
Each group should prepare a performance of approximately 10–15 minutes
Performances may use USB music or orchestral accompaniment
Groups participate in public festival activities and parade-style performances
Groups arrange their own arrival and departure transport
€153 per person — 3 nights, Half Board
€193 per person — 4 nights, Half Board
€233 per person — 5 nights, Half Board
Accommodation at Hotel Bonita 5★
Breakfast and dinner included
24+1 — one free place for every 24 paying participants
Group leaders and drivers are accommodated in double rooms according to the organizer’s conditions
Accommodation is provided at Hotel Bonita 5★ in Durrës.
Hotel facilities include:
Outdoor swimming pool
Private beach
Spa / wellness facilities
Gym
Restaurant
Seaside location
Participants are mainly accommodated in triple rooms, while group leaders and drivers may use double rooms.
Double room supplement: €10 per person/day
Single room supplement: €25 per person/day
Extra night with Half Board: €45 per person
Tourist tax: €1 per person/day
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