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XIII INTERNATIONAL MUSIC FESTIVAL “FROM FOLK TO MODERN DANCES” 2027

Destination
Durrës, Albania
Dates
13–18 Jul 2027
Length
6 days · 5 nights
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10 Dec 2026 · 56 days left

Overview

The festival

XIII International Music Festival “FROM FOLK TO MODERN DANCES” takes place in Durrës, Albania, from 13–18 July 2027. The festival celebrates cultural diversity through music and dance, giving groups from different countries the opportunity to present their traditions, preserve cultural heritage and build new international friendships.

The event welcomes groups from all over the world and has no age limit.

Program

Festival program

DAY-BY-DAY PROGRAM

Day 1 – 13 July 2027 | Arrival in Durrës
Arrival of participating groups in Durrës and hotel accommodation.
Free time and beach activities.
Dinner at the hotel.
Meeting with the festival organizers and group leaders.

Day 2 – 14 July 2027 | Beach Time / Shopping
Breakfast at the hotel.
Free time at the beach, shopping or leisure activities in Durrës.
Dinner at the hotel.
Free evening.

Day 3 – 15 July 2027 | Durrës Sightseeing, Parade & Festival Evening
Breakfast at the hotel.
Sightseeing in Durrës and free time.
Festival parade through the city.
Dinner at the hotel.
In the evening, Festival Performance with participating groups.

Day 4 – 16 July 2027 | Tirana or Krujë Excursion
Breakfast at the hotel.
Optional excursion to Tirana or Krujë, including sightseeing and historical attractions.
Dinner at the hotel.
Free evening.

Day 5 – 17 July 2027 | Free Day / Extended Stay Activities
Breakfast at the hotel.
Free time at the beach or optional activities depending on the group’s package.
Dinner at the hotel.

Day 6 – 18 July 2027 | Departure
Breakfast at the hotel.
Check-out and departure of participating groups.

Stay & prices

Accommodation packages

Accommodation is provided at Kolavery Resort Hotel 3★ in Durrës. The standard package includes Half Board with breakfast and dinner. Participants are mainly accommodated in triple and quadruple rooms.

Two double rooms per group are provided without supplement: one for the group leader and one for the bus driver. Additional double rooms are available with a supplement of €10 per person/day, while single rooms are available with a supplement of €20 per person/day.

An additional night with Half Board is €45 per person. Tourist tax is €1.50 per person and is paid separately. Free bus parking is available. Final room allocation depends on availability and group size.

Free-place rule: not specified on the source page.

Booking & Payment Terms

SUPPLEMENTS

  • Extra night with Half Board: €45 per person

  • Double room supplement: €10 per person/day

  • Single room supplement: €20 per person/day

  • Albanian tourist tax: €1.50 per person

PAYMENT

  • Approved groups pay a 10% guarantee fee in advance

  • This amount is deducted from the final payment

NOT INCLUDED

  • Professional tour guide, if requested

  • Health insurance

  • Medical expenses

  • Tourist tax

Before you go

Rules, excursions & practical details

Participation

WHO CAN PARTICIPATE

  • Folk dance groups

  • Modern dance groups

  • Choirs

  • Majorette teams

  • Brass bands

  • Orchestras

GENERAL CONDITIONS

  • Groups from all over the world may participate

  • No age limit

  • Number of participants and followers is not limited

  • Minimum one program of 10–12 minutes

  • Groups should bring their national flag

  • A visible panel with the group name and country is required

  • Around 12–15 small gifts are recommended for exchange

  • Performances may be with orchestra or recorded music on USB

  • Photos, videos and a short group history may be submitted for promotional use

FESTIVAL PACKAGES

  • €129 per person — 3 nights / 4 days, Half Board

  • €159 per person — 4 nights / 5 days, Half Board

  • €189 per person — 5 nights / 6 days, Half Board

  • Two buffet meals per day

  • Accommodation at Kolavery Resort Hotel 3★

ACCOMMODATION & BENEFITS

  • Breakfast and dinner included

  • 2 double rooms per group without supplement — one for the group leader and one for the bus driver

  • Remaining rooms mainly triple and quadruple

  • Free bus parking

  • Assistance for excursions available on request

  • Participation certificates included

Excursions

Possible activities include:

  • Durrës sightseeing

  • Beach time

  • Shopping

  • Tirana

  • Krujë and its historical monuments/museum

  • Festival parade and performance evening

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13–18 Jul 2027Applications open
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