Dance events in Budva for kids and teens
Budva is one of Montenegro's best-known coastal towns, and its calendar of dance events gives young performers plenty to look forward to. The listings on this page include a school talent show finale planned for November 2026 at Akademija znanja, along with a run of summer festivals in 2027 that bring folk and international dance groups to the town.
Most of the festivals are scheduled between June and September 2027. Several are organized by the World Festival Association (WOFA), with events held at venues such as the Budva Old Town, and others by Euro Balkan Folk Fest. Folk dance groups, including the Makedonka folklore ensemble behind the ADRIATIC FEST, also appear in the schedule, so families will find both traditional and international styles represented.
Dates and details can change, so check each event listing for the latest information before you plan travel or registration. Parents of younger dancers may want to start with the local school show or a festival that suits their child's experience level. Browse the events below to compare organizers, months and venues.
Upcoming events
18 Nov 2026
"Otkriću ti tajnu" Talent Show Finale
The finale of the school talent show "Otkriću ti tajnu" will showcase student singing, instrumental, dance and illustration acts in Budva on 18 November 2026.
4 Jun 2027 – 8 Jun 2027
XXII International Music & Dance Festival "Budva Music Festival" 2027
An international non-competitive music and dance festival in Budva's Old Town from 4 to 8 June 2027, open to folk, choir, dance, orchestra and majorette groups of children, youth and adults.
15 Jun 2027 – 19 Jun 2027
VIII International Budva Folk Fest
International folk festival listed in Budva, Montenegro, from 15 to 19 June 2027.
26 Jun 2027 – 30 Jun 2027
International Folk Dance and Music Festival "ADRIATIC FEST"
An international folk dance and music festival organised by Ansambl Makedonka, with performances in Budva, Petrovac and Canj, Montenegro, in summer 2027.
28 Jun 2027 – 2 Jul 2027
XXXII International Music & Dance Festival "BUDVA CULTURE FEST"
International music and dance festival for children, youth and adult groups in Budva and Kotor, held 28 June – 2 July 2027.
8 Jul 2027 – 12 Jul 2027
XIX International Budva Folk Fest
International folk festival listed in Budva, Montenegro, from 8 to 12 July 2027.
18 Aug 2027 – 22 Aug 2027
XII International Music & Folk - Dance Festival "BUDVA WAVES" 2027
WOFA international folk and modern dance festival in Budva open to children, youth and adult groups, held 18–22 August 2027.
20 Aug 2027 – 25 Aug 2027
XI International Budva Folk Fest
International folk festival listed in Budva, Montenegro, from 20 to 25 August 2027.
20 Aug 2027 – 24 Aug 2027
XXIV International Dance & Music Festival “MONTENEGRO MUSIC FEST”
International dance and music festival in Budva, Montenegro, listed by WOFA for 20–24 August 2027.
26 Aug 2027 – 30 Aug 2027
XXXII International Music & Dance Festival "Budva Festival of Traditions"
A non-competitive international festival for children, youth and adult folk, choir, dance and orchestra groups, held in Budva and Kotor in August 2027.
26 Aug 2027 – 30 Aug 2027
XXXII International Music & Dance Festival “BUDVA FESTIVAL OF TRADITIONS”
International music and dance festival of traditions in Budva, Montenegro, listed by WOFA for 26–30 August 2027.
9 Sept 2027 – 13 Sept 2027
XXVII International Music & Dance festival “JADRANSKO MORE”
International music and dance festival in Budva, Montenegro, listed by WOFA for 9–13 September 2027.
22 Sept 2027 – 26 Sept 2027
XIX International Music & Dance Festival “MOGREN FEST”
International music and dance festival in Budva, Montenegro, listed by WOFA for 22–26 September 2027.
23 Sept 2027 – 28 Sept 2027
X International Budva Folk Fest
International folk festival listed in Budva, Montenegro, from 23 to 28 September 2027.
6 Oct 2027 – 10 Oct 2027
X International Budva Folk Fest (October edition)
International folk festival listed in Budva, Montenegro, from 6 to 10 October 2027.
7 Oct 2027 – 11 Oct 2027
XII International Budva Folk Fest
International folk festival listed in Budva, Montenegro, from 7 to 11 October 2027.












