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XVI International Music & Folk – Dance Festival “OHRID AUTUMN FESTIVAL”

22 -

25 October, 2026

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Ohrid, MACEDONIA

All Performing Arts

from 82 €

4 days

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WOFA festival in Ohrid. Folklore group perfroming on a stage.
Traditional Folklore dances in Ohrid
Ohrid lake shore
Traditional Folklore dances in Ohrid
Receiving WOFA Cerftificate
St. Naum Church of Ohrid
Males Traditional Dancers
Ukrainian Children Folk Group
The Historical treasure of Ohrid, The Bay of Bones
Female Choir in Ohrid. Festival By WOFA
Bulgarian Group on a Defile in Ohrid. Festival by WOFA
Ohrid Old town Beach
WOFA Folklore festival in Ohrid.
Choir Performance in Ohrid. Choir Festivals in Ohrid By WOFA
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Women doing a traditional dance in Ohrid

Director:

S.S. & WOFA

Deadline:

22 September 2026

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Participation Information

   With pleasure we INVITE you (Folk, dance group, choir, vocal, majorrette teams, brass bands, orchestras) (children, youth and adults) to participate on XVI International Music & Folk – Dance Festival  “OHRID AUTUMN FESTIVAL”  22 – 25  October – Ohrid 2026

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

 

 General rules :

  • Every group  has the right to participate. Children’s ensembles   Youth ensembles  adult ensembles
  • On the festival may participate children’s, youth and adults folklore groups, modern dance groups, vocal groups, majorette teams, instrumental groups. Age of the participants are not limited
  • The number of participants are limited (only 3  groups from each country)
  • Each group should consist of most 50 members including dancers, managers and musicians
  • Ensembles should have prepared at least 2  dances, 10-15 minutes each with orchestra or CD. For the Vocal groups 15 – 20 minutes free program. The performances will be in the evening hours so you can plan the day ahead and use it for visiting the historical part of the city and  excursions
  • To send short CV and 2 – 3 photos from the group by mail
  • To bring a flag of the country
  • Groups should have there own transport for arrival and departure

 

Accommodation Information

To ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay, we offer several accommodation options in the Ohrid region (Lihnidos):

Hotel Delago & District (Main Suggestion)

Hotel Delago – https://delago-hotel.carrd.co/
Visit District

Pricing Options:

BB (Bed & Breakfast)
  • 3 nights BB – 99 € per person
  • 4 nights BB – 129 € per person
  • 5 nights BB – 154 € per person
Additional night BB – 30 € per person

HB (Half Board – Breakfast & Dinner)

  • 3 nights HB – 114 € per person
  • 4 nights HB – 144 € per person
  • 5 nights HB – 179 € per person
  • Additional night HB – 36 € per person
  • Double room supplement – 10 € per person
  • Single room supplement – 20 € per person

Hotel Desaret

Visit Hotel Desaret

Type: Lakeside hotel with an outdoor swimming pool.

HB (Half Board – Breakfast & Dinner)
3 nights HB – 119 € per person
4 nights HB – 144 € per person
5 nights HB – 179 € per person
Additional night HB – 36 € per person

FB (Full Board – Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
3 nights FB – 128 € per person
4 nights FB – 160 € per person
5 nights FB – 194 € per person
Additional night FB – 41 € per person

Double room supplement – 10 € per person
Single room supplement – 20 € per person

Hotel Sileks

https://www.hotelsileks.mk/

BB (Bed & Breakfast)
3 nights BB – 124 € per person
4 nights BB – 162 € per person
5 nights BB – 199 € per person
Additional night BB – 40 € per person

HB (Half Board – Breakfast & Dinner)
3 nights HB – 158 € per person
4 nights HB – 209 € per person
5 nights HB – 250 € per person
Additional night HB – 50 € per person

FB (Full Board – Breakfast, Launch & Dinner)

3 nights FB – 189 € per person4 nights FB – 242 € per person5 nights FB – 299 € per person

Double room supplement – 10 € per person
Single room supplement – 20 € per person

Hotel Granit

https://hotelgranit.com.mk/

BB (Bed & Breakfast)
3 nights BB – 149 € per person
4 nights BB – 194 € per person
5 nights BB – 239 € per person
Additional night BB – 46 € per person

HB (Half Board – Breakfast & Dinner)
3 nights HB – 179 € per person
4 nights HB – 234 € per person
5 nights HB – 289 € per person

Additional night HB – 56 € per person

Additional night BB – 46 € per person

Double room supplement – 10 € per person
Single room supplement – 20 € per person

Metropol Lake Resort

https://metropol-ohrid.com.mk/

BB (Bed & Breakfast)
3 nights BB – 119 € per person
4 nights BB – 154 € per person
5 nights BB – 189 € per person
Additional night BB – 40 € per person

HB (Half Board – Breakfast & Dinner)
3 nights HB – 149 € per person
4 nights HB – 194 € per person
5 nights HB – 235 € per person
Additional night HB – 50 € per person

Double room supplement – 10 € per person
Single room supplement – 20 € per person

Hotel Lagadin

Visit Hotel Lagadin

BB (Bed & Breakfast)
3 nights BB – 99 € per person
4 nights BB – 129 € per person
5 nights BB – 149 € per person
Additional night BB – 26 € per person

HB (Half Board – Breakfast & Dinner) in triple rooms;

3 nights HB – 124 € per person

4 nights HB – 154 € per person

5 nights HB – 189 € per person

Additional night HB – 35 € per person

Double room supplement – 10 € per person

Single room supplement – 20 € per person

Ohridati Palace

https://ohridatipalace.mk/

HB (Half Board – Breakfast & Dinner)
3 nights HB – 105 € per person
4 nights HB – 134 € per person
5 nights HB – 159 € per person
Additional night HB – 35 € per person

Double room supplement – 10 € per person
Single room supplement – 20 € per person

Hotel De Luks Apartments

HB (Half Board – Breakfast & Dinner)
3 nights HB – 82 € per person
4 nights HB – 109 € per person

FB (Full Board – Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
3 nights FB – 99 € per person
4 nights FB – 129 € per person

Festival Organizers Provide

  • Free accommodation for one in every 25 dancers

  • Certificates for attendance

  • Souvenirs and gifts for each group

  • Drinks during performances

  • A guide for the festival

  • Advertising of the festival (press releases, social media promotion, flyers, posters)

  • Free parking

Insurance

Personal responsibility and health insurance are required for all groups.
First aid and medical services will be available and must be covered by the group.

Tourist Tax

1 € per person (paid additionally)

Program Information

Day 1:

  • 13:00: Arrival and hotel check-in
  • 19:00 – 21:00: Dinner
  • 21:00: Free time

Day 2:

  • 09:00 – 10:00: Breakfast
  • 10:00: Festival Director meeting
  • 10:30 – 13:00: Ohrid sightseeing
  • 18:30 – 19:30: Dinner
  • 20:00: Ensemble parade in the old town and festival evening

Day 3:

  • 09:00 – 10:00: Breakfast
  • 11:00 – 16:00: Boat cruise to St. Naum with a stop at the Water Museum (dancing boat option)
  • 18:30 – 19:30: Dinner
  • 20:00: Free evening or optional Macedonian cultural night at a local restaurant

Day 4:

  • 10:00: Breakfast
  • 11:00: Departure
Important details:

 

Excursions Information

Ohrid is a renowned UNESCO World Heritage site, known for its scenic lake and rich historical and cultural landmarks. Excursions during the festival will offer participants a glimpse into the city’s heritage and natural beauty:

  • Day 2: Morning sightseeing tour of Ohrid, including St. Sofia Church, Samoil Fortress, Antique Theatre, Plaosnik, St. Kaneo Church, and the Bridge of Wishes.
  • Day 3: A lake cruise to St. Naum, a cultural site and popular tourist destination. Participants can enjoy the lake’s warm 25°C water, suitable for swimming and water sports.

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