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XXIII INTERNATIONAL SPRING FESTIVAL “GARDA’S LAKE” 2027

Destination
Desenzano del Garda, Italy
Dates
9–12 Apr 2027
Length
4 days · 3 nights
Apply by
10 Jan 2027
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Overview

The festival

The XXIII International Spring Festival “GARDA’S LAKE” takes place in Desenzano del Garda, on Lake Garda (Lago di Garda), Italy, from 9–12 April 2027.

Bringing together participants from different countries and artistic backgrounds, the festival offers cultural exchange, stage performances and an artistic experience in a non-political, inclusive environment. Its aim is to promote friendship and mutual respect through music, dance and performance.

Performances may be promoted through Italian national and regional television, radio, newspapers and magazines.

Program

Day by day

Saturday 10 April

Arrival & Technical Conference

  1. —

    Arrival.

  2. Hotel check-in.

  3. Technical conference with group directors.

  4. Dinner.

Stay & prices

Participation & prices

Booking & Payment Terms

Booking conditions

Prices are per person and depend on the selected hotel standard.

Free Places for Standard Groups

  • For groups with 40+ participants, participants 41, 42 and 43 are free.

Booking & Payment

  • A 30% advance deposit of the total amount is required to confirm participation.
  • The source separately states that a 10% guarantee fee is payable in advance and deducted from the final payment. Both requirements are retained separately; their relationship is not clarified.

Cancellation

  • Up to 60 days before arrival: no penalty.
  • From 59 to 15 days before arrival: the deposit is withheld, plus an additional penalty of 50% of the total booking cost.
  • In case of force majeure, the deposit can be transferred to a future Sopravista festival within 3 years.

Plan your arrival

Travel & Logistics

Desenzano del Garda

Full destination guide

Closest airports

  • Verona Villafranca Airport (VRN) — ~35 km (about 35 min)

    Budget airlines serving this airport: Ryanair, Volotea, Wizz Air

  • Bergamo Orio al Serio (BGY) — ~85 km (about 1 h)

    Budget airlines serving this airport: Ryanair, Wizz Air

  • Milan airports (MXP / LIN) — ~130 km

    Budget airlines serving this airport: easyJet, Ryanair, Wizz Air

Train & coach arrival

• Desenzano del Garda–Sirmione station — Milan–Venice line

Ferry & port connections

• Lake Garda ferries to Sirmione and other lake towns

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.
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Getting around

Local buses connect town districts and the station. Lake boats serve other lakeside destinations.

Practical notes

A4 has a Desenzano exit about 3 km from the centre. Lake boat services vary seasonally; check current sailings before planning excursions.

Before you go

Rules, excursions & practical details

Participation

Groups of all ages and artistic genres are welcome, including:

  • Folk dance and song groups
  • Choirs
  • Instrumental ensembles
  • Orchestras
  • Marching bands
  • Majorette teams
  • Modern dance groups
  • Hip-hop groups
  • Fashion theatres
  • Oriental dance performers

Groups are encouraged to bring:

  • A national flag
  • A group name panel
  • A small gift for exchange with other participants

Registration

  • Complete the application form and submit a short biography and color photos during registration.
  • Submit the final participant list, including names, dates of birth and passport details, by 25 March 2027.

Recognition

All participating groups receive a diploma and a plaque. Thank-you letters for team leaders and sponsors are available upon request.

Performance & Stage

  • Each group should prepare a performance program of up to 10 minutes per concert.
  • Both live and recorded music are allowed.
9–12 Apr 202779 days left
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