XXIII International Music & dance festival “PARALIA FEST”

25 -

29 June, 2026

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Paralia-Katerini, GREECE

All Performing Arts

from 123 €

5 days

Director:

S.S. & WOFA

Deadline:

15 March 2026

Participation Info

We are pleased to invite folk ensembles, choral groups, art schools, majorette teams, orchestras, and ballroom dance groups (children, youth, and adult groups) to participate in the XXIII International Music & Dance Festival “PARALIA FEST” which will take place from June 25 to June 29, 2026, in Paralia, Katerini, Greece.

The festival aims to present the cultural traditions of different countries and provide an opportunity for group members to come together, establish friendships, and showcase their culture through dance and music. The festival will bring music closer to the people, presenting performances on the streets and squares. Participation is open to folk and choir ensembles, orchestras, and majorettes, regardless of age or gender.

General Rules:

  • The festival is a non-competitive showcase of traditional and modern dances and music.
  • Participation is open to children and youth folklore dance groups, modern dance groups, vocal groups, instrumental groups, soloists, and performers from other art styles.
  • A maximum of three groups from each country will be allowed.
  • Each group should consist of no more than 70 members, including dancers, managers, musicians, and family members.
  • Each ensemble must prepare at least two dances or songs, with a total performance time of 15 minutes each, using an orchestra or USB.
  • Choral groups should prepare a free program lasting about 15 minutes.
  • Performances will occur in the evening, allowing participants to plan daytime activities, including visits to the historical parts of the city and excursions.
  • Groups must send a short CV and photos of their ensemble.
  • Participants should bring a flag representing their country.
  • Groups are responsible for their own transport for arrival and departure.

Accommodation Info

It covers accommodation in Hotels & Apartments with 2 meals per day in full capasity  and  multiple rooms  with own toilet) located in Paralia or Olimpic beach  on the beach like Rainbow Resort, Passion, Katerina, Xenia Zeus, Ifigenia, Despina, London, Phenix….in full capacity of the seats..for drivers and leaders will be two double rooms.

Participation fee is:

  • 123 euro for 3 HB per person  (4 days/ 3 nights with 2 meals per day).
  • 149 euro for 4 HB per person  (5 days/ 4 nights with 2 meals per day).
  • 179 euro for 5 HB per person  (6 days/ 5 nights with 2 meals per day).
  • All double and single rooms are available upon request. Multiple-bed accommodations are assigned based on availability.
  • additional double rooms available at 12 EUR per person/day
  • additional single rooms available at 35 EUR per person/day

Festival organizers provide:

  • for 24 participants – one gratis
  • souvenir and gift for each group
  • certificate for attendance
  • Welcome cocktail
  • Free parking
  • advertising of the festival (press release, social media promotion, posters and flayers).

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.

  • Extended stay: On your request,  You can continue your stay in  hotel and price is 32 euro per person/per day HB). 
  • Tourist tax is 2 EUR per person/day, payable separately.
  • Air Condition is payed 5-7 Euro additional per day

After Groups arrived in Hotel will be given detailed program of the festival and each group will have guide during festival.

Transportation: The festival will organize the transport for the groups coming by plane by picking them up from Thessaloniki  airport, during the festival days and back to the same  airport. (payed additional)

Program Info

Day 1:

  • 13:00: Arrival in Paralia, hotel accommodation, and free time (beach time).
  • 18:00 – 19:00: Dinner in hotel.
  • 21:00: Aloha Beach Party

Day 2:

  • 09:00 – 10:00: Breakfast.
  • 11:00 – 16:00: Beach time or excursions.
  • 18:00 – 19:00: Dinner in hotel.
  • 19:30 – 23:00: Festival evening on the square in Paralia.

Day 3:

  • 09:00 – 11:00: Breakfast.
  • 11:00 – 17:00: Beach time or visiting Thessalonica or Katerini (optional).
  • 17:30 – 18:30: Dinner in hotel.
  • 19:30 : Free time

Day 4:

  • 08:00 – 10:00: Breakfast.
  • 10:00 – 14:00: Beach time or visiting Meteora. (Optional Excursion)
  • 14:00 – 15:00: Lunch in a restaurant.
  • 21:00: Free time or Greek night (optional).

Day 5:

  • 08:00 – 10:00: Breakfast.
  • 10:30: Departure of participants.

 

Important details:
  • Festival Organizers provide a stage for the performance
  • 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:

METEORA:

  • Witness a breathtaking complex of monasteries perched atop giant sandstone pillars, a UNESCO World Heritage site of unique beauty and religious significance.

THESSALONIKI:

  • Explore the historic gate of Southeast Europe independently, encountering its famous landmarks like the Rotunda, the Arch of Galerius (Kamara), and the iconic White Tower.

MOUNT OLYMPUS:

  • Discover Greece’s highest mountain, a place of myth and exceptional biodiversity, visiting monasteries and walking through the nation’s first National Park.

POZAR – EDESSA WATERFALLS:

  • Relax in natural thermal pools amidst a verdant gorge and experience the stunning beauty of the Edessa waterfalls.

PIRATE CRUISE:

  • Enjoy a memorable day cruise on the Aegean Sea, visiting beautiful beaches and taking in the scenic views of the Pieria coastline.

SKIATHOS ISLAND:

  • Visit the picturesque island of Skiathos, strolling through its charming old port town and seeing one of Greece’s finest awarded beaches, Koukounaries.

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