WorldFestivalAssociation

INVITATION

We warmly INVITE YOU to join us in Istanbul and Şile, Turkey, for an unforgettable cultural festival. Experience the unique blend of a vibrant metropolis and the scenic Black Sea coast, set against the backdrop of a city straddling two continents. The festival will take place from 18-22 May 2026.

PARTICIPATION INFORMATION
The festival welcomes folk dance groups, modern dance groups, singing ensembles, majorettes, and choruses (participants must be 10 years old and above).

General Rules:
Performances lasting 5-15 minutes (live music or CD/USB).
All groups must secure their own medical insurance before attending the festival.
Submit group photos with the application.
Performances with live or recorded music are permitted.

 ACCOMMODATION INFORMATION

Accommodation is provided in a 4-star hotel. Rooms feature 2-3 beds with toilet and shower in each room.

Participation Fee:
4 nights / 5 days with full board (breakfast, lunch, and dinner): 195 EUR per person

Additional Costs:
Extra day: 45 EUR per person

Included by Organizers:
One free leader for groups of more than 30 participants; two free leaders for groups of 45 or more.
Access to hotel facilities: indoor and outdoor swimming pools, game rooms, activity hall.
Cultural activities: Turkish folk dances, musical instrument workshops, Turkish lessons, morning exercises.
Hotel reservations confirmed after a 20% deposit of the total fee is paid.

Competition Fee (for evaluation):
Soloist: 50 EUR per participant
Duet: 30 EUR per participant
Trio: 20 EUR per participant
Groups: 15 EUR per participant

 PROGRAM INFORMATION

The festival program will be announced at a later date.

Available Activities (Included):
Turkish folk dance classes
Musical instrument workshops
Turkish language lessons
Morning exercises
Excursions and walking tracks

 EXCURSION INFORMATION

Optional Excursions (extra paid):
Special Bosphorus Boat Trip