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XXXI International Festival for dance and songs “OHRID EASTER FESTIVAL”

17 -

20 April, 2026

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Ohrid, MACEDONIA

All Performing Arts

from 82 €

4 days

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Director:

S.S. & WOFA

Deadline:

10 March 2026

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Participation Info

We invite folk groups, choral groups, orchestras, and majorette teams (children, youth, and adult groups) to participate in the XXXI International Festival for dance and songs “OHRID EASTER FESTIVAL”

taking place from April 17 to 20, 2026, in Ohrid, Macedonia.
Festival Purpose: The festival’s primary goal is to showcase the cultural traditions of different countries and provide an opportunity for group members to connect, establish friendships, and present their cultures through dance and music.

General Rules:

  • The festival is a non-competitive showcase of traditional and modern dances, choral groups, and majorette teams.
  • All folklore, choral groups, and majorette teams have the right to participate. Groups can include folklore dance, modern dance, vocal groups, instrumental groups, and soloists.
  • A maximum of three groups from each country can participate.
  • Each group may consist of up to 50 members, including dancers, managers, and musicians.
  • Groups must prepare at least two dances, each lasting 10-15 minutes, performed with live orchestra or CD. Performances will occur in the evenings, allowing time for sightseeing during the day.
  • Groups should submit a short CV and 2-3 photos, bring a flag of their country, and arrange their own transport for arrival and departure.

Transportation Info: Participants can arrive by bus or plane, with WIZZ AIR offering direct flights to Ohrid Airport.

Arrivals through Skopje, Tirana, or Thessaloniki airports (200 km from Ohrid) can also be coordinated.

Groups needing visa assistance can request help with the application process.

Accommodation Information

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

Hotel Delago, District & Lagadin (Main Suggestion) 

Visit Hotel Delago 

Visit District

Visit Lagadin

Pricing Options:

  • Bed and Breakfast (BB)

    • 3 Nights / 4 Days (BB): 99€ per person

    • 4 Nights / 5 Days (BB): 129€ per person

    • 5 Nights / 6 Days (BB): 149€ per person

    • Additional day: 26€ per person

  • Half Board (HB) – Breakfast and Dinner

    • 3 Nights / 4 Days (HB): 110€ per person

    • 4 Nights / 5 Days (HB): 139€ per person

    • 5 Nights / 6 Days (HB): 169€ per person

    • Additional day: 30€ per person

Hotel Desaret 

Visit Desaret

Type: Lakeside hotel with an outdoor swimming pool.

Pricing Options:

  • Half Board (HB) – Breakfast and Dinner

    • 3 Nights / 4 Days: 119€ per person

    • 4 Nights / 5 Days: 144€ per person

    • 5 Nights / 6 Days: 179€ per person

    • Additional day: 36€ per person

  • Full Board (FB) – Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

    • 3 Nights: 128€ per person

    • 4 Nights: 160€ per person

    • 5 Nights: 194€ per person

    • Additional day: 41€ per person

Hotel Mizo

Visit Mizo

Pricing Options:

  • Bed and Breakfast (BB)

    • 3 Nights / 4 Days: 104€ per person

    • 4 Nights / 5 Days: 136€ per person

    • 5 Nights / 6 Days: 164€ per person

    • Additional day: 33€ per person

  • Half Board (HB) – Breakfast and Dinner

    • 3 Nights / 4 Days: 119€ per person

    • 4 Nights / 5 Days: 154€ per person

    • 5 Nights / 6 Days: 189€ per person

    • Additional day: 36€ per person

Hotel De Luks Apartments

Pricing Options:

  • Half Board (HB) – Breakfast and Dinner

    • 3 Nights: 82€ per person

    • 4 Nights: 109€ per person

  • Full Board (FB) – Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

    • 3 Nights: 99€ per person

    • 4 Nights: 129€ per person

Additional Central Hotels

More centrally located 3 & 4-star hotel options are available upon request.

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 EUR per person ( paid additionally)

 

Program Info

Day1

  • 13:00 – Arrival in Ohrid, hotel accommodation
  • 14:00 – 15:00 Lunch at the hotel
  • 19:00 – 20:00 Dinner at the hotel – 20:00 – Welcome reception

Day 2

  • 09:00 – 11:00 Breakfast
  • 10:00 – 13:00 Ohrid sightseeing
  • 14:00 – 15:00 Lunch at the hotel
  • 18:00 – 19:00 Dinner at the hotel
  • 19:15 – Ensembles parade (old town)
  • 19:30 – Official opening of the festival – Welcome speech and fireworks – Open-air performance – Group dancing

Day 3

  • 09:00 – 10:00 Breakfast
  • 11:00 – 14:00 Boat cruise on Ohrid Lake
  • 15:00 – 17:00 Visit to Struga City
  • 18:00 – 19:00 Dinner at the hotel
  • 21:00 – 00:00 Firewall party, social events, present exchange, and disco party for participants.

Day 4

  • 09:00 – Breakfast
  • 11:00 – Departure of participants
Important details:

Excursions Info

 

  • OHRID – ST.NAUM BOAT TRIP:

Take a scenic boat ride across Lake Ohrid to the historic St. Naum Monastery.

 

  • ST.NAUMBOAT TRIP with WINE and MACEDONIAN TRADITIONAL FOOD TASTING IN OSTROVO

Savor the rich flavors of Macedonian cuisine at St. Naum Ostrovo Restaurant.

 

  • ST.NAUM BOAT TRIP OSTROVO with FOOD TASTING and CRNI DRIM SPRINGS BOAT RIDE

This hidden gem offers breathtaking turquoise waters surrounded by lush greenery, making it a perfect escape into nature.

 

  • HORSEBACK RIDING TOUR

Embark on an unforgettable Horseback Riding experience in the scenic Ohrid Lake.

 

  • VISITING STRUGA

Discover the charm of Struga, a picturesque town on the shores of Lake Ohrid.

 

  • OHRID GUIDE TOUR

Embark on a guided tour of Ohrid, a UNESCO World Heritage site rich in history and culture.

 

  • SKOPJE & CANYON MATKA GUIDE (group need to arrange their own bus)

Matka Canyon is a stunning natural escape just 15 km from Skopje, featuring a serene lake, dramatic cliffs, and lush greenery.

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