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XX International music & dance festival OLIMPIC PARADISE

19 -

24 August, 2025

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Paralia-Katerini, GREECE

All Performing Arts

from 169 €

6 days

Director: Z.S.& WOFA

Deadline:

June 19, 2025

Participation Information


We invite folk ensembles, choral groups, majorette teams, and brass bands, comprising children, youth, and adult members, to participate in the XX International Music & Dance Festival “OLIMPIC PARADISE,” taking place from August 14 to 18, 2024, in Paralia – Olympic, Katerini, Greece.



The festival aims to present the cultural traditions of different countries and provide an opportunity for participants to establish friendships and showcase their culture through dance and music. The event is open to groups of all genders and ages, including folk and choir ensembles, orchestras, and majorettes.




  • Each country may be represented by up to three groups.

  • Each group should consist of a maximum of 50 members, including dancers, managers, and musicians.

  • Each ensemble must prepare at least two folk dances, totaling a program length of 15 minutes, to be performed with an orchestra or via USB.

  • Choral groups should prepare a free program of approximately 15 minutes.



Please submit a short CV and photos of your group, bring a flag of your country, and arrange your own transport for arrival and departure.

Accommodation Information


Participants will be accommodated in hotels and apartments along the beach in Paralia or Olympic Beach, including establishments such as Yakhintos, Katerina, Xenia Zeus, Ifigenia, Despina, London, and Phenix, all providing full capacity with multiple rooms and private toilets.



Participation Fees:



  • €169 for 4 HB per person (5 days/4 nights with 2 meals per day).

  • €203 for 5 HB per person (6 days/5 nights with 2 meals per day).


For drivers and group leaders, two double rooms will be provided, with additional double rooms available at €12 per person per day.



Optional Extension:


For those wishing to stay longer, additional days can be arranged at €42 per day per person (HB), including excursions and festival activities.

Insurance & Additional Details:


Personal responsibility and health insurance are the group’s obligations. The festival will provide first aid and medical services. A tourist tax of €1.50 per person per day is an additional cost. After the festival, organizers will provide links to photos and videos.

Transportation from Thessaloniki Airport (75 km from Paralia) can be arranged at an additional cost.

For more information, please confirm your participation, and we will supply further details.

Program Information



Day 1: Arrival



  • 13:00 Arrival in Paralia, hotel accommodation, and free beach time.

  • 18:00 – 19:00 Dinner at the hotel.

  • 21:00 Welcome reception with group leaders.



Day 2: Excursion Day



  • 07:00 – 08:30 Breakfast.

  • 11:00 – 16:00 Boat excursion in Thermaikos Gulf.

  • 18:00 – 19:00 Dinner at the hotel.

  • 21:00 Welcome party at Aloha Beach.



Day 3: Festival Evening



  • 07:00 – 08:30 Breakfast.

  • 11:00 – 16:00 Optional boat excursion or visits to Meteora or Thessaloniki.

  • 18:00 – 19:00 Dinner at the hotel.

  • 19:30 – 23:00 Festival evening on the square in Paralia or Olympic, including certificate presentation and gift exchanges.



Day 4: Cultural Experience



  • 09:00 – 10:00 Breakfast.

  • 11:00 – 17:00 Beach time or visit Meteora.

  • 21:00 Free time in Paralia.



Day 5: Departure



  • 09:00 – 11:00 Breakfast.

  • 11:30 Departure of participants.



Excursion Information


The festival offers exciting excursions for participants to explore the beautiful surroundings:




  • Day 2 & Day 3 Boat Excursion: Experience the blue waters of Thermaikos Gulf for €20 per person, including stops at Variko Beach for swimming and a lunch of grilled fish and Greek salad.

  • Alternative Excursions: Options to visit Meteora or Thessaloniki are available.



Participants will have free time to relax on the beach or explore historical sites, allowing for a balanced festival experience.

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