XI International Folk Dance and Music Festival “BOSPHORUS PARADISE”

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20 May, 2026

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Istanbul, Turkiye

All Performing Arts

from 210 €

5 days

Director:

E.M. & O.S. & WOFA

Deadline:

15 May 2026

Participation Information

Eligible groups include: – Folklore Groups – Orchestras – Majorette Teams – Modern Dance Groups – Choirs – Music Bands
This is a non-competitive event featuring both traditional and modern performances. Groups should prepare at least two dances (8-12 minutes each) and perform using either a USB recording or live orchestras. Each group should bring their country’s flag and at least four gifts for official visits.

Application Process

Submit a completed and signed Application Form, indicating acceptance of the terms and conditions. Attach a short CV and at least six photos of the group by email. Provide a participant list with full names, sex, date of birth, and passport numbers by the deadline. Only three groups from each country can participate, so space is limited.

Additional Notes

Groups must arrange their own transport for arrival and departure. For groups arriving by plane, the festival committee will organize airport and festival transfers free of charge.

Accommodation Information

Participants will be accommodated in either the 5-star Marinem Princess Hotel Kumburgaz or the 5-star Eser Hotel in Büyükçekmece, Istanbul.

Participation Fees:

 

  • 210 EUR per person for 4 nights with breakfast (Half Board).
  • Additional days can be booked for 40 EUR per person/day with breakfast.
  • For every 25 participants, one group leader will be accommodated free of charge.

Room Supplements:

Double room: 10 EUR/person/day. Single room: 18 EUR/person/day.

The participation fee includes:

Accommodation in 5-star hotels (3-bedded rooms). Half Board (breakfast and one additional meal). Participation in festival concerts. Professional sound, stage, and lighting equipment. Welcome cocktails for group leaders. Souvenir and gift for each group. Certificate of attendance. Drinks during performances.

The fee does not include:

Transportation for arrival and departure. Optional boat tour programs. Insurance.

Festival Program

Day 1

  • 14:00 – Arrival in Istanbul, hotel check-in, and free time.
  • 21:00 – Welcome reception for group leaders.

Day 2

  • 07:00 – 10:00 – Breakfast.
  • 10:00 – 15:00 – Istanbul sightseeing with a local guide (visiting Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Top Kapi Palace, Byzantine Hippodrome, Grand Bazaar, and more). Optional Bosphorus boat tour (25 EUR).
  • 19:30 – Ensemble parade.
  • 20:00 – Official festival opening:

Welcome speech.
Open-air performance.
Group singing and dancing.

Day 3

  • 07:00 – 10:00 – Breakfast.
  • 10:00 – 18:00 – Visits to Galata Tower, Taksim Square, and Uskudar – Maiden’s Tower.
  • 20:00 – Second festival evening (optional).

Day 4

  • 07:00 – 10:00 – Breakfast.
  • 10:00 – 13:00 – Optional visit to Maiden’s Tower or Princess Island (boat tour).
  • 21:00 – Workshop and folklore party at the hotel.

Day 5

  • 07:00 – 10:00 – Breakfast.
  • 12:00 – Departure.

Excursion Information

While participating in the festival, groups will have the opportunity to explore Istanbul, a city that bridges Europe and Asia, known for its rich cultural heritage and modern attractions.

Optional Excursions:

  • Bosphorus Boat Tour: 25 EUR per person (museum tickets not included).
  • Visits to Maiden’s Tower – Uskudar or Princess Island (boat tour).

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