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XXIII INTERNATIONAL MUSIC & DANCE FESTIVAL “PARALIA FEST” 2027

Destination
Paralia, Greece
Dates
24–28 Jun 2027
Length
5 days · 4 nights
Apply by
24 Mar 2027
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Overview

The festival

The XXIII International Music & Dance Festival “PARALIA FEST” takes place in Paralia-Katerini, Greece, from 24–28 June 2027.

This non-competitive event celebrates cultural traditions, builds international friendships and creates memorable performances in a seaside setting.

Program

Day by day

Thursday 24 June

Arrival in Paralia

  1. 24 June 2027: Arrival of participating groups and hotel accommodation.

  2. Dinner at the hotel.

  3. Welcome reception / gathering at Aloha Beach.

Stay & prices

Accommodation packages

Price includes

  • Half Board accommodation, including breakfast and dinner.
  • One free package for every 24 paying participants (24+1).
  • Souvenirs and gifts for each group.
  • Attendance certificates.
  • Drinks during performances.
  • Free parking.
  • Festival promotion.
  • First Aid assistance.

Not included

  • Transportation: groups arrange their own transportation.
  • Transfers from Thessaloniki Airport, approximately 75 km away, can be arranged separately; the cost depends on group size.
  • Double-room supplement: €12 per person/day.
  • Single-room supplement: €35 per person/day.
  • Additional night/day with Half Board: €38 per person/day.
  • Tourist tax: €2 per person/day, paid separately.
  • Air conditioning may cost approximately €5–7 per room/day.

Accommodation is provided in selected partner hotels and apartments in Paralia. Possible properties include Rainbow Resort, Passion, Xenia Zeus, Ifigenia, Despina, London and Phenix.

Standard accommodation is in multiple-bed rooms with private bathrooms. Double and single rooms are also available.

Final hotel allocation depends on availability, group size and room configuration.

Booking & Payment Terms

Package Prices

  • €123 per person — 3 nights / 4 days.
  • €149 per person — 4 nights / 5 days.
  • €179 per person — 5 nights / 6 days.

Payment

A 10% guarantee fee is paid in advance and deducted from the final payment.

Before you go

Rules, excursions & practical details

Participation

Who Can Participate

  • Folklore groups, choirs, orchestras, majorette teams, art schools, dance schools, ballroom dance teams and other performing arts groups from around the world.
  • Children, youth and adult groups are welcome.
  • A maximum of 3 groups per country may participate.

Application Materials

Groups must provide a short CV, ensemble photos and a national flag.

Performance & Stage

  • Maximum 70 participants per group.
  • Ensembles should prepare 2 performances of approximately 15 minutes each.
  • Choirs should prepare an approximately 15-minute program.
  • Music may be performed live or played via USB.

Excursions

An optional boat trip across the Thermaikos Gulf is available. Other sightseeing and leisure options are listed in the daily program.

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24–28 Jun 2027Applications open
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