Closest airports
Pula Airport (PUY) — ~7 km (about 15 min)
Budget airlines serving this airport: Ryanair, EurowingsTrieste Airport (TRS), Italy — ~120 km
Budget airlines serving this airport: Ryanair, Volotea
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XIV INTERNATIONAL MUSIC & DANCE FESTIVAL FESTIVAL “DAYS IN ISTRA” 2027
- Destination
- Pula, Croatia
- Dates
- 20–24 Aug 2027
- Length
- 5 days · 4 nights
- Apply by
- 15 Dec 2026 · 53 days left
Overview
The festival
The XIV INTERNATIONAL MUSIC & DANCE FESTIVAL FESTIVAL “DAYS IN ISTRA” takes place from 20 to 24 august 2027 in Pula, Croatia.
The festival brings cultural traditions from different countries together, creating new connections between groups and an international platform for presentation through music and dance.
Organized by S.S. in cooperation with WOFA – World Festival Association.
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Program
Day by day
Friday 20 August
Arrival & Welcome
Arrival and hotel check-in.
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Free time / beach time.
Dinner.
Welcome meeting with festival representative.
Plan your arrival
Travel & Logistics
Train & coach arrival
• Pula railway and coach stations — regional connections
Ferry & port connections
• Seasonal catamarans to Venice and nearby islands
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
Pulapromet operates city and suburban buses.
Practical notes
Approach through the Istrian road network. Confirm seasonal airport shuttles and allow extra time for coastal traffic.
Before you go
Rules, excursions & practical details
Participation
Who Can Apply
- Open to all performing arts, including folklore ensembles, vocal groups, choirs, orchestras, brass bands, majorettes, modern dance groups, art schools and music bands.
- Children, youth and adult participants are welcome.
- A maximum of 3 groups per country may participate.
- Groups may include musicians, dancers, leaders and family members.
- Each group should bring its national flag.
- A short CV and group photos are required.
Health Insurance & Responsibility
Personal responsibility and health insurance are the responsibility of each participating group. Medical services are available.
Performance & Stage
- Each group should prepare a 12–15 minute performance.
- Performances may use USB playback or a live orchestra.
- Each group may have a maximum of 60 participants.
- Due to the exceptional location at Trg Forum, a stage is not allowed.
Excursions
Optional Excursions
- Fish Picnic – Cres Island: Full-day boat excursion from Rabac, approximately 10:00–17:00, including a boat ride, grilled fish lunch, drinks, beach time and sightseeing in Cres.
- Panorama Boat Trip: Approximately 2-hour scenic boat ride along the Istrian Riviera and Kvarner Bay, with views of Cres, Lošinj and hidden bays.
- Labin by Night: Guided visit to the medieval town of Labin, exploring local history and architecture, with optional olive oil, wine and grappa tasting. Minimum 15 participants.
- Pula Sightseeing: Guided tour including the Arena and Roman and Austro-Hungarian landmarks.
- Rakalj Village: Visit a traditional Istrian village with panoramic viewpoints and optional traditional food tasting.
- Gems of Istria: Tailor-made excursion to Rovinj, Poreč, Motovun, Svetvinčenat and other destinations.
- Brijuni National Park: Visit the Croatian national park with nature, archaeological sites and an open-air zoo. Boat transfer from Fažana is included.
- Venice Boat Trip.
- Plitvice Lakes.
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