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XXII International Music & Dance Festival "Budva Music Festival" 2027

Open applications4 jun 2027 – 8 jun 2027Budva, MontenegroFestivalChoirDanceInstrumentalMultidisciplinary
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Harbor view in Budva, Montenegro

Description

The International Music & Dance Festival "Budva Music Festival" is organised by WOFA (World Festival Association) and takes place in Budva from 4 to 8 June 2027. It is a non-competitive showcase of traditional and modern dance, choral groups, brass bands, orchestras and majorette teams, performing on the streets and squares of the Old Town in the evenings. Groups receive accommodation packages, a festival evening, a certificate of attendance and a festival souvenir. Previous editions hosted around 250 participants from several European countries.

Participation opportunities

Groups apply through the online form on the WOFA website. Application Deadline: 15 November 2026. Fee listed at 115 EUR for the application form, with a 10% guarantee fee paid in advance by groups. Children's ensembles must have at least two-thirds of participants aged 16 or younger, youth ensembles two-thirds aged 25 or younger, and adult ensembles one-third older than 25. Each group may have up to 70 members, including dancers, managers and musicians. Groups submit a short English CV of 6 to 7 sentences and five photos, bring their national flag, and organise their own transport. WOFA will confirm receipt by email, assign an application number within two days, and then review applications and send an invitation letter if accepted.

Children choir rehearsing in white shirts and bowties