Participation Information

Eligibility: All groups are welcome, including children’s, youth, and adult ensembles.

Non-competitive: This festival is a non-competitive showcase of traditional and modern dance and music.

Group Types: Eligible groups include folklore and modern dance groups, vocal groups, instrumental ensembles, soloists, and other performers.

Participant Limit: Participation is limited to 3 groups per country, with each group comprising up to 70 members (dancers, managers, musicians, and family members).

Performance Requirements:

Dance Ensembles: Two folk dances of 12–18 minutes each (performed with live orchestra or USB accompaniment).

Choral Groups: Two 12–18 minute performances, one a cappella in a historic church and one with sound equipment on the main stage.

Costume and Flag: Groups should bring their national flag and will be eligible for “Best Folk Costume” and “Best Dancing Couple” awards.

Transport: Each group is responsible for its own travel arrangements. For groups flying to Macedonia, complimentary transfers are provided from Ohrid Airport. Transfer options are also available from Skopje, Tirana, or Thessaloniki Airports (200 km from Ohrid) at an additional cost.

Application Requirements: A short CV and photos of the group must be submitted with the application.

Included Benefits:

– 1 free participant for every 25 members (24+1)

– Souvenirs and certificates for all groups

– Complimentary drinks during performances

– Festival promotion (social media, posters, e-flyers)

– Welcome cocktail, free parking, and on-site guidance

– Links to festival photos provided after the event (all media owned by festival organizers)