Price includes
- 4 nights of accommodation.
- Breakfast and dinner.
- Festival participation.
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XXXIV INTERNATIONAL ISTANBUL EURASIA SUMMER CULTURE FESTIVAL – 2ND EDITION FESTIVALS 2027
- Destination
- Istanbul, Türkiye
- Dates
- 27–31 May 2027
- Length
- 5 days · 4 nights
- Apply by
- 27 Mar 2027
Overview
The festival
XXXIV International Istanbul Eurasia Summer Culture Festival – 2nd Edition Festivals 2027
Held in Istanbul, Türkiye, on 27–31 May 2027, the Istanbul International Festival & Competition welcomes performers from different countries for artistic competition and stage performances, alongside opportunities to experience the city’s unique culture, history and atmosphere.
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Program
Day by day
Thursday 27 May
Arrival
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Arrival of participating groups, hotel check-in, accommodation and free time. Meeting with the organizers and introduction to the festival program.
Stay & prices
Accommodation packages
Not included
- International travel.
- Local transportation for groups arriving by plane, arranged by the organizer and paid separately: fewer than 14 participants, €15 per person/day; more than 20 participants, €12 per person/day. The rate for 14–20 participants is not specified and must be confirmed directly with the organizer.
- Competition entry fees: €60 per group; €30 per solo or duet. Festival-only groups pay no competition entry fee.
- Single rooms and special room requests may require additional payment.
- Optional excursions.
- Personal expenses.
Accommodation is available in 3★ or 4/5★ hotels, with 2–3 persons per room. Optional lunch packets can be arranged on request.
Booking & Payment Terms
Festival package prices per person: €190 for the 3★ hotel package or €230 for the 4/5★ hotel package.
Before you go
Rules, excursions & practical details
Participation
Who Can Participate
- Folk dance groups
- Modern dance groups
- Ballet / classical dance groups
- Folk music groups
- Instrumental music groups
- Traditional music groups
- Choirs
- Vocal soloists
- Duets and trios
- Majorette groups
- Brass bands
Age Categories
- Children: under 8 years
- Youth: up to 16 years
- Adults: from 16 years
- Veterans: 50+ years
Competition Categories
- Folk Dance
- Modern Dance
- Classical / Neo-Classical Dance
- Folk Music
- Instrumental Music
- Vocal Solo / Duet / Trio
- Choir Music
- Brass Band & Majorette
- Solo / Duet / Trio / Group
Each group may enter a maximum of 2 competition categories, plus solo or duet. Performances are evaluated by internationally experienced jury members.
Performance & Stage
- Competition performances: approximately 6–8 minutes.
- Festival performances: approximately 10–12 minutes.
- Each group may present 1 competition performance and 1 festival performance.
Excursions
Participants can enjoy free time and sightseeing in Istanbul, with opportunities to visit:
- Sultanahmet
- Hagia Sophia
- Topkapi Palace area
- Grand Bazaar
- Public bazaars
- Shopping centres
- Üsküdar
- Kadıköy
- Maltepe
An optional Bosphorus boat tour can be arranged, with cultural, music or dance activities depending on the group program.
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