Booking & Payment Terms
Booking conditions
Prices for the other hotel options are available on request.
Official WOFA festivalMixed / All PerformanceApplications open
XII INTERNATIONAL MUSIC & FOLK - DANCE FESTIVAL “BUDVA WAVES ” 2027
- Destination
- Budva, Montenegro
- Dates
- 18–22 Aug 2027
- Length
- 5 days · 4 nights
- Apply by
- 1 Jan 2027
Overview
The festival
The XI International Music & Folk - Dance festival “BUDVA WAVES ” takes place from 18 to 22 August 2027 in Budva, Montenegro.
Groups can present traditional and modern dances, meet performers from other countries and combine festival participation with sightseeing, beach time and optional excursions.
Gallery
Moments from the festival
8 photos · tap any photo to view it full screen
Previous edition
See the festival in motion
Program
Day by day
Wednesday 18 August
Arrival & Welcome Reception
20 August: Arrival in Budva, hotel check-in and free time for swimming and relaxation.
Dinner.
Welcome reception with group leaders.
Stay & prices
Participation & prices
Plan your arrival
Travel & Logistics
Closest airports
Tivat Airport (TIV) — ~20 km (about 25 min)
Budget airlines serving this airport: easyJet, Jet2Podgorica Airport (TGD) — ~65 km (about 1 h)
Budget airlines serving this airport: Ryanair, Wizz AirDubrovnik Airport (DBV), Croatia — ~90 km (about 2 h incl. border)
Budget airlines serving this airport: easyJet, Ryanair, Jet2, Vueling
Train & coach arrival
• Budva coach station — regional and international coaches (no railway)
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.
Contact WOFA Getting around
Local buses connect Budva with coastal destinations such as Sveti Stefan and Petrovac.
Practical notes
Use the Adriatic coastal road or the route via Cetinje/Podgorica. Allow for summer traffic and border delays when arriving through Dubrovnik.
Before you go
Rules, excursions & practical details
Participation
Who Can Apply
Open to folk ensembles, modern dance groups, choirs, orchestras, brass bands and majorette teams, including children, youth and adults.
Application Materials
- A short CV.
- 3 photos.
- A recent video performance link.
- Each group must bring its national flag.
Transportation
Groups must organize their own arrival and departure transportation to and from Budva.
Health Insurance & Responsibility
Personal responsibility and health insurance are required.
Performance & Stage
- Maximum 100 participants per group, including dancers, musicians and managers.
- Each group must prepare 2 dances or performances of approximately 10–15 minutes each.
- USB playback or a live orchestra is allowed.
- Due to the exclusive location in Budva Old Town, a stage is not allowed.
Excursions
Optional Excursions
- Ostrog Orthodox Monastery: Visit one of the most famous Orthodox pilgrimage sites in the Balkans, built directly into the cliffs.
- Tara River Canyon: Explore dramatic viewpoints and untouched nature in one of Europe’s most impressive river canyons.
- Shkodra Lake with Lunch: Discover Montenegro’s largest lake and enjoy a traditional lunch by the water.
- Shkodra Lake + Boat Ride: Enjoy a relaxing boat ride with panoramic lake views.
- Kotor with Boat Ride: Cruise through the Bay of Kotor and explore the UNESCO-listed medieval Old Town.
- Kotor without Boat Ride: Discover the historic centre and medieval atmosphere.
- Kotor Cable Car Adventure: Enjoy spectacular panoramic views over the Bay of Kotor.
18–22 Aug 202770 days left
Register group