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XI INTERNATIONAL MUSIC & DANCE FESTIVAL ''SEYSCHELLY MUSIC FEST'' 2027

Destination
Victoria, Seychelles
Dates
24–30 Nov 2027
Length
7 days · 6 nights
Apply by
1 Jan 2027

Overview

The festival

XI International Music & Dance Festival “Seyschelly Music Fest” will take place from 24 to 30 November 2027 on Mahé Island, Seychelles.

The festival welcomes traditional and modern dance groups, choirs, orchestras, brass bands, majorette teams, instrumental groups, soloists and other performing arts groups.

The aim is to present cultural traditions from different countries, create international friendships and bring music and dance closer to the public through performances in streets and public spaces. Festivals

Program

Day by day

Wednesday 24 November

Arrival

  1. Arrival in Seychelles, hotel accommodation and free time / beach time.

  2. Meeting with festival representative.

Stay & prices

Accommodation & participation

One complimentary place is provided for every 35 dancers.

INCLUDED / ORGANIZER SERVICES

  • Souvenir and gift for each group

  • Certificate of attendance

  • Drinks during performance

  • Festival promotion

  • Photo and video links after the festival

IMPORTANT TRANSPORT NOTE

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Airport transfers can be organized by the festival team. Transportation costs and arrangements will be confirmed separately according to the number of participants.

Booking & Payment Terms

Participation is open to folklore ensembles, choirs, orchestras, brass bands, majorette teams, vocal groups, art schools and other performing groups.

The festival is non-competitive.

A maximum of 3 groups per country may participate.

Each group may include up to 50 members.

Groups should prepare a programme of approximately 15 minutes.

A 10% guarantee fee must be paid in advance and will be deducted from the final payment.

Personal responsibility and health insurance are the responsibility of each participating group.

Plan your arrival

Travel & Logistics

Closest airports

  • Seychelles International Airport (SEZ), Mahé — ~10 km (about 15 min)

Train & coach arrival

• No railway; arrival by air

Ferry & port connections

• Inter-island ferries from Victoria to Praslin (about 1 h) and La Digue

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

SPTC buses provide local connections on Mahé; taxis and arranged vehicles are alternatives.

Practical notes

Ferries are for journeys between islands, not ordinary Victoria road transfers. Confirm operator, luggage and group arrangements; SPTC lists special-hire buses.

Before you go

Rules, excursions & practical details

Participation

PARTICIPATION

  • Non-competitive festival

  • Maximum 3 groups per country

  • Maximum 50 members per group, including dancers, managers, musicians and family members

  • Performance programme: 15 minutes

  • Choirs and orchestras: around 15 minutes

  • Live or USB performance allowed

  • Groups should submit:

    • Short CV in English

    • 5 photos

    • Video performance link

  • International airport is on Mahé Island

Excursions

  • Island sightseeing – OPTIONAL

  • Beach time

  • Other excursions may be arranged during free daytime hours

Optional excursions are not included in the standard package. Festivals

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