XXXI International Music & Dance festival CULTURE BRIDGES

25 -

29 June, 2025

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Durres, ALBANIA

All Performing Arts

from 139 €

5 days

Director:

Z.S. & WOFA

Deadline:

20250601

Participation Information

We are delighted to invite folk ensembles, choral groups, art schools, majorette teams, orchestras, ballroom dance groups, and modern dance teams (for children, youth, and adult groups) to participate in the XXXI International Music & Dance Festival “CULTURE BRIDGES,” held from 25–29 June 2025 in Durrës, Albania.

The festival’s purpose is to present the cultural traditions of different countries and foster friendships through music and dance. Performances will take place in the evenings on the main square of Durrës, allowing participants to explore the city and its history during the day.

General Rules:

  • Non-competitive showcase of traditional and modern dances, music, and performances.
  • Open to folklore, choral, majorette, vocal, and dance groups, regardless of gender or age.
  • Maximum 3 groups per country.
  • Groups may include up to 70 members, including dancers, managers, musicians, and family members.
  • Folk ensembles: At least 2 dances, 10–15 minutes each (with orchestra or USB).
  • Choral groups: Free program of about 15 minutes.
  • Groups must bring their country’s flag, submit a short CV, 5 photos, and a video link of the group.
  • Participants must arrange their own transport for arrival and departure.
  • Wizz Air and Ryan Air offer affordable flights to Tirana Airport.

 

Accommodation Information:

Participants will stay at the 5-star Hotel Bonita Luxury: Hotel Bonita Luxury
Features include:
Outdoor swimming pool and aqua park.
Private beach.
Spa center with gym facilities.

Accommodation Costs:

  • €139 per person for 3 nights (HB) (includes breakfast and dinner, open buffet).
  • €179 per person for 4 nights (HB) (includes breakfast and dinner, open buffet).
    Leader and driver accommodation in double rooms (additional double rooms: €10 per person/day).
    Triple rooms available for other participants.

Extension:
Groups can extend their stay in Durrës for €46 per person (HB) per additional day.

Provided by the Organizers:

  • For every 24 participants, 1 person is free.
  • Souvenirs and certificates for each group.
  • Drinks during performances.
  • Free parking.
  • Advertising for the festival (press release, social media, posters).

Insurance:
Participants must arrange personal and health insurance. First aid and hospital services will be available, but medical costs must be covered by the group.

Tourist Tax and Insurance:
An additional €1 per person/day applies for tourist tax and insurance.

Program Information

Day 1 – Arrival
13:00: Arrival in Durrës, hotel check-in, and free time (beach time).
19:00–21:00: Dinner (buffet) at the hotel.
21:00: Meeting with festival representatives.

Day 2 – Festival Performances
09:00–10:00: Breakfast (buffet).
11:00–12:00: Excursion to Tirana or Durrës (sightseeing).
18:00–19:00: Dinner (buffet) at the hotel.
19:30–21:00: Festival defile and evening performances on the main square in Durrës.

Day 3 – Excursions & Workshop
09:00–10:00: Breakfast (buffet).
10:30–15:00: Free beach time or visit to Krujë (historic monuments and museums).
19:00–21:00: Dinner (buffet) at the hotel.
21:00: Dance workshop to learn dances from other cultures.

Day 4 – Goodbye Party
09:00–10:00: Breakfast (buffet).
10:30–15:00: Free beach time or visit to Krujë (historic monuments and museums).
19:00–21:00: Dinner (buffet) at the hotel.
21:00: Goodbye party with all participants around the swimming pool.

Day 5 – Departure
09:00–10:00: Breakfast (buffet).
11:00: Departure of participants.

Excursions Information

BERAT – UNESCO Full-Day Tour (15 guests required)

  • Hotel pick up/drop off
  • transport
  • raki shot
  • certified guide

Detailed Description:

  • Visit Berat Castle
  • Onufri Museum (optional)
  • Ethnographic Museum (optional)
  • Bachelors & King Mosque
  • Halveti Tekke
  • Walking tour, coffee break, optional lunch
  • Explore Kala neighborhood

KRUJA Half-Day Tour (15 guests required)

  • Hotel pick up/drop off
  • transport
  • certified guide

Detailed Description:

  • Visit Kruja Castl
  • Old Bazaar
  • Skanderbeg Museum (optional),
  • Ethnographic Museum (optional).
  • Walking tour, free time for lunch

TIRANA & KRUJA Full-Day Tour (15 guests required)

  • Hotel pick up/drop off
  • transport
  • certified guide

Detailed Description:

  • Visit Mother Teresa Square
  • Clock Tower
  • Et’hem Bey Mosque
  • Skanderbeg Square
  • Bunk’Art 2 (optional)
  • Kruja Castle, Old Bazaar
  • Skanderbeg Museum (optional)

TIRANA Half-Day Tour (15 guests required)

  • Hotel pick up/drop off
  • transport
  • certified guide

Detailed Description:

  • Visit Mother Teresa Square
  • Bllok Area
  • Clock Towe
  • Et’hem Bey Mosque
  • Skanderbeg Square
  • History Museum (optional)
  • Bunk’Art 2 (optional).
  • Walking tour and optional museum visits

Divjakë-Karavasta National Park Full-Day Tour (15 guests required)

  • Hotel pick up/drop off
  • boat, transport
  • all entry tickets
  • certified guide

Detailed Description:

  • Visit the National Park
  • 360° Wooden Observation Tower
  • Karavasta Lagoon by boat
  • Butterfly Museum
  • Free time to relax in nature

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