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XII INTERNATIONAL APRIL 23 CHILDREN DANCE & MUSIC AND FOLK DANCE FESTIVAL 2027 2027

Destination
Çanakkale, Türkiye
Dates
20–24 Apr 2027
Length
5 days · 4 nights
Director
T.K & WOFA
Apply by
20 Jan 2027
From
€130 / person
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Overview

The festival

The XII International April 23 Children Dance & Music and Folk Dance Festival takes place in Çanakkale, Türkiye, from 20 to 24 April 2027, over 5 days and 4 nights.

The festival brings together groups from around the world for artistic presentations in an international festival atmosphere.

Program

Day by day

Tuesday 20 April

Arrival and orientation

  1. —

    Arrival in Çanakkale.

  2. —

    Hotel check-in and accommodation.

  3. —

    Group meeting and organizational information.

  4. —

    Dinner at the hotel.

  5. —

    Free time.

Stay & prices

Participation & prices

Booking & Payment Terms

  • After the application is accepted, a €1,000 deposit per group must be paid for hotel reservations.
  • The deposit is deducted from the final participation amount.
  • The remaining balance must be paid before the festival begins, or upon arrival subject to prior agreement with the organizers.
  • All payments must be completed by the deadlines agreed with the organizers.

Before you go

Rules, excursions & practical details

Participation

Eligible groups

  • Children’s, youth, adult and veteran groups.
  • Folk dance groups, modern dance groups, majorette teams, choirs, orchestras and music ensembles.

Application requirements

  • Submit an official application form, a short group profile and at least 3 photographs.
  • Submit the final participant list by 15 April 2027, including each participant’s full name, gender, date of birth and passport number.
  • Submission of the completed and signed application form constitutes acceptance of the participation rules.

Items to bring

  • A national flag.
  • Small gifts for possible official municipal visits.

Performance & Stage

  • Each group should prepare at least 2 performances, each lasting approximately 6–10 minutes.
  • Performances may use recorded music on USB or a live orchestra.

Excursions

Participants can combine festival performances with sightseeing and cultural experiences in Çanakkale. Optional tours and excursions are available.

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