XI International Competition and Festival of Folklore, Dance and Music “PESARO FEST”

20 -

25 May, 2026

Rated 4.8 out of 5

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Pesaro, Italy

Folklore

from 295 €

6 days

Director:

V.M. & WOFA

Deadline:

20 April 2026

 Participation Info

We invite you to join us in the beautiful Italian city of Pesaro, located on the Adriatic Sea. Pesaro is a city of art and culture, offering a perfect seaside setting for an international festival. Participants will also have the chance to explore the historic Republic of San Marino.

Festival Welcomes:
Soloists, small groups, ensembles / chamber groups, and large groups in the following categories:

  • Folklore

  • Vocal (soloists, duets, ensembles, choirs)

  • Instrumental (soloists, duets, ensembles)

  • Choreography (soloists, duets, ensembles)

  • Theatrical Arts

  • Circus Arts

  • Defilée

General Rules:

  • Performance Time:

    • Soloists, duets, trios: up to 4 minutes

    • Small groups (4–10 participants): up to 6 minutes

    • Ensembles and groups (11+ participants): up to 9 minutes

    • Folklore & Theatrical Arts groups: up to 10 minutes

  • Participants may enter multiple categories with separate applications and fees.

  • Send CV, photos, and applications via email by 1 April 2026.

  • Groups arrange own transport. The organizer provides accommodation and cultural programs in consultation with participants.

Accommodation Info

Accommodation in a 3-star hotel located on the Adriatic Sea, Pesaro.

Festival Package Price:

  • 297 EUR/person – 6 days / 5 nights with half board (breakfast and dinner).

Included by Organizers:

  • Accommodation in 3-4-person rooms with private bathrooms (including tourist taxes).

  • Meals: half board (breakfast and dinner), starting with dinner on arrival day and ending with breakfast on departure day.

  • Walking tour of Pesaro.

  • Excursion with olive oil and wine tasting at a local winery and oil manufactory.

  • Every 21st participant free of charge.

  • Double/twin room for group leaders (for groups of 20 or more).

Hotel Facilities:

  • Located on the Adriatic Sea.

  • Access to public beaches (free).

  • Beach umbrellas and sunbeds available at an additional cost.

Additional On-Site Costs:

  • Hotel deposit of 20 EUR per person (refundable at check-out).

Additional Competition Fee:

  • Festival participation fee (not included in the package price):

    • Groups (11+ participants): 18 EUR per participant

    • Groups (4–10 participants): 22 EUR per participant

    • Duets and trios: 30 EUR per participant

    • Soloists: 35 EUR per participant

  • Fee for additional categories:

    • Groups (4+ participants): extra 10 EUR per participant for each additional entry

    • Soloists, duets, and trios: extra 18 EUR per participant for each additional entry

Program Info

Day 1 (20.05.2026):

  • Arrival and accommodation in Pesaro.

  • Leisure time by the sea.

  • Dinner.

Day 2 (21.05.2026):

  • Breakfast.

  • Leisure time by the sea.

  • Walking tour of Pesaro.

  • Free time for optional excursions (e.g., San Marino).

Day 3 & 4 (22–23.05.2026):

  • Breakfast.

  • Competition dates (to be confirmed).

  • Official Festival opening, competition, and concert performances on the stage of TEATRO “G. Santi”.

  • Awards Gala Ceremony (tentatively planned on an open-air stage by the sea).

Day 5 (24.05.2026):

  • Breakfast.

  • Free day by the sea.

  • Organized olive oil and wine tasting at a local family-owned producer.

Day 6 (25.05.2026):

  • Breakfast.

  • Check-out from the hotel.

  • Departure home.

 Excursion Info

Optional Excursions (extra paid):

  • Bus excursion to San Marino: One of the smallest countries in the world, known for its unique natural landscape and medieval architecture. (From 35 EUR/person, museum entrance fees not included).

  • Excursion to Venice: (Price to be confirmed).

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