XXIII International Music & Folk – Dance Festival “ISTRA FEST”

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6 September, 2026

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Pula, Croatia

All Performing Arts

from 169 €

4 days

Director:

S.S. & WOFA

Deadline:

20 May 2026

Participation Information

With pleasure we INVITE you (Folk ensembles, Choral groups, Brass bands, orchestras, modern dance group, majorette teams), (children, youth and adults groups) to participate on XXIII International  music & Folk – dance festival “ISTRA FEST ” from 02 – 06   September, PULA – CROATIA 

    The Festival light motive is to present the cultural tradition of different countries and to provide an opportunity for the members of groups to get together, to establish friendships and culture presentation trough dance and music.

 

General Rules:

  • In the festival can participate folklore groups, vocal groups, orchestras, majorettes, modern dance groups, art schools,  choirs and music bands from all over the world.
  • Ensemble should have prepared program duration  from  12-15 minutes  with USB or orchestra.
  • Groups should take a flag of their country
  • The number of the groups is limited
  • Groups have to send us short CV and  photos of the group by e-mail.
  • Twenty days before the festival  each group should send the list of participants, name/surname, sex, date of birth and passport number.
  • All groups should have there own transport for arrival and departure.
  • Groups arriving by plane the festival committee can arrange their  transfers and inform them how much it will cost.

Accommodation Information:

Participation fee: 

  • 169 Euros – 3 HB ( 3 nights with 2 meals per day)
  • 216 Euros – 4 HB ( 4 nights with 2 meals per day)
  • 263 Euros – 5 HB ( 5 nights with 2 meals per day)
  • additional stay is 53 Euro per person per night

Double rooms additional 11 euro per person per day
Single room additional 30 euros per person per day

    • Hotel accommodation in 3* Tourist resort Duga Uvala  with 2 meals per day in standard rooms ( hotel has own beach and swimming pools) in triple rooms and quadruple rooms. Hotel Info

Festival organizers provide:

  • for 25 people – one free
  • Certificate for attendance
  • souvenir and gift for each group
  • drinks during the performance
  • Free parking in hotel
  • open and close swimming pools and beach
  • advertising of the festival (press release, social media promotion, posters and layers)

 INSURANCE: 

Personal responsibility and health insurance are within the other obligations of the groups. First Aid and Medical Hospital will be available, medical services must be covered by the group.

 Tourist tax and insurance is 1.6 euro per person per day and it is additionally paid.

Transportation: for all of the group who arrive by plane in Trst, we can arrange transport to Pula. (Paid Additionally)

Program Information

Day 1

  • 14:00 Arrival and free time.
  • 18:00 – 20:00 Dinner at the hotel.
  • 21:00 Free time.

Day 2

  • 07:00 – 10:00 Breakfast.
  • 10:00 – 15:00 Beach time or excursions in Pula.
  • 18:30 – 20:00 Dinner at the hotel.
  • 21:00 Meeting with the festival director.

Day 3

  • 07:00 – 10:00 Breakfast.
  • 10:00 – 18:00 Beach time or excursions in Rovinj.
  • 18:00 – 20:00 Dinner at the hotel.
  • 21:00 Festival presentation at the hotel.

Day 4

  • 07:00 – 10:00 Breakfast.
  • 10:00 – 18:00 Beach time or excursions in Rijeka.
  • 18:00 – 20:00 Dinner at the hotel.
  • 21:00 Festival evening.

Day 5

  • 07:00 – 10:00 Breakfast.
  • 10:00 – 18:00 Beach time or excursions in Rijeka.
  • 18:00 – 20:00 Dinner at the hotel.
  • 21:00 Party at the hotel.

Day 6

  • 07:00 – 10:00 Breakfast.
  • 11:00 Departure.
Important details:
  • Due to the exceptional location at the Trf Forum, stage is not allowed
  • Location where the Festival take place: https://maps.app.goo.gl/1e4f43CXsWFTzPVG7
  • The Official Festival Program will be provided 1 month before arrival date

Excursions Information

Boat Excursions

  1. Fishpicnic Cres Island

    • Departure: Rabac port (45 min drive from Duga Uvala).

    • Duration: Whole day (10 AM–5 PM).

    • Highlights:

      • Large boat (max 160 pax), 2 decks, bar, toilet.

      • Grilled fish lunch (meat/veggie option available), salad, bread, 0.5L wine/beer/juice.

      • Beach time at Dragozetići (Cres), music/animation on return, Cres town sightseeing.

    • Note: Bus transfer to Rabac not included.

  2. Panorama by Boat

    • Departure: Rabac port (45 min drive).

    • Duration: 2 hours.

    • Highlights: Scenic ride along Istrian Riviera & Kvarner Bay, views of Cres/Lošinj islands, hidden bays.

    • Note: Bus transfer to Rabac not included.


Sightseeing Tours

  1. Labin by Night

    • Location: Medieval town of Labin (30 min drive).

    • Highlights: Guided tour of old town, history/architecture stories, olive oil/wine/grappa tasting.

    • Note: Bus transfer not included; minimum 15 participants required.

  2. Pula

    • Location: Pula (30 min drive).

    • Highlights: Guided tour, Arena amphitheater, Roman/Austro-Hungarian monuments, street festivals (subject to availability).

    • Note: Entrance tickets and bus transfer not included; minimum 15 participants required.

  3. Rakalj Village

    • Location: Small Istrian village (15 min drive).

    • Highlights: Spectacular hill viewpoint, local heritage/culture presentation, optional traditional food tasting (extra cost).

    • Note: Bus transfer not included; minimum 15 participants required.

  4. Gems of Istria

    • Locations: Rovinj, Poreč, Motovun, Svetvinčenat, etc.

    • Highlights: Tailored guided tour of coastal/inland villages, museums, churches.

    • Note: Entrance tickets and bus transfer not included; minimum 15 participants required.


National Park & Special Tours

  1. Brijuni Croatian National Park

    • Departure: Fažana (45 min drive + boat transfer included).

    • Highlights: Stunning nature, archaeological sites, open-air zoo.

    • Note: Bus transfer to Fažana not included; discounts for kids/elderly.

  2. Other Options

    • Venice Boat Trip: Full day, higher cost.

    • Plitvice Lakes Trip: Full day, higher cost.

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