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INVITATION

With pleasure we INVITE you (Children’s, Youth & Adults Choral groups) to participate on XII International Choir Festival “VOICES OF PARALIA” which will be held on 20 – 24 August 2026.

The Festival light motive is to present and promote choral music of different countries, exchange experience and to provide an opportunity for the members of groups to get together, to establish friendships and culture presentation.

 REGULATIONS

Every choir, singing formation and orchestras has the right to participate.

Children’s choirs (2/3 of the participants must be 16 or younger)
Youth choirs (2/3 of the participants must be 27 or younger)
Adult choirs (1/3 of the participants must be older than 27)

In order to apply, an application form must be sent, including a photograph of the choir and the conductor as well as a recent audio recording. The requested materials can be sent by email, uploaded online, or sent by post.

The Festival is not competitive and has 3 sections:

Section one – obligatory performance – Open air (required to perform a 12–15 minute program of their choice at several outdoor public locations).
Section two – spiritual music (program must contain choral arrangements of spiritual songs. The program should last 8–14 minutes).
Section three – Pop or Folk music (program must contain choral arrangements of pop or folk songs or motives. The program should last 8–14 minutes).

All choirs are required to perform in at least two sections.

By applying to the Festival, the choir agrees to respect and regulate the legal rights of the authors of the works it performs and agrees to give rights to the Festival to use any material recorded during the Festival.

 PARTICIPATING CONDITIONS

The number of participants is limited.
Each group should consist of a maximum of 70 members including singers, managers, and musicians.
Age of the participants is not limited (see sections).
Choirs should have prepared at least 2 performances for two sections, 8–14 minutes each with or without instruments.
To send short CV and photos of the choirs and conductor by email.
To bring a flag of the country.
Choir groups should have their own transport for arrival and departure.

 ACCOMMODATION INFORMATION

Festival participants will be accommodated in hotel apartments such as Rainbow Resort, Pasion, Kronos, Xenia Zeus, Ifigenia, Despina, Bambus, and similar properties.

Participation Fees:
154 euros per person: 3 half-board (HB) meals for 4 days / 3 nights.
179 euros per person: 4 half-board (HB) meals for 5 days / 4 nights.
219 euros per person: 5 half-board (HB) meals for 6 days / 5 nights.

All double and single rooms are available upon request. Multiple-bed accommodations are assigned based on availability.

Additional stay available at 45 EUR per person/day.
Additional double rooms available at 12 EUR per person/day.
Additional single rooms available at 40 EUR per person/day.
The fee covers hotel accommodation with 2 meals per day in triple and quadruple rooms.
A tourist tax of €2 per person per day will apply as an additional charge.

For those arriving by plane, transport from Thessaloniki Airport (75 km from Paralia) can be arranged, with costs to be agreed upon based on the number of participants.

 FESTIVAL ORGANIZERS PROVIDE

One free participant for every 25 singers (e.g., 24+1, 48+2).
Souvenirs and gifts for each group.
Certificates of attendance.
A welcome reception for group leaders.
Advertising for the festival (press releases, social media, flyers, posters).
Free parking.

Insurance: Personal responsibility and health insurance are the responsibility of the groups. First aid and medical services will be available.

 EXTENDED STAY INFORMATION

You can continue your stay in Paralia. Price is 45 EUR per day per person (half-board). This is a special rate for festival participants.

 PROGRAM INFORMATION

Day 1
13:00 Arrival in Paralia, hotel accommodation, and free beach time.
18:00 – 19:00 Dinner at the hotel.
21:00 Welcome reception with group leaders, Aloha Beach Party.

Day 2
07:00 – 08:30 Breakfast.
11:00 – 16:00 Boat excursion in Thermaikos Gulf.
17:30 – 18:30 Dinner at the hotel.
19:30 Festival evening on the square in Paralia or Olympic, including certificate presentation and gift exchanges.

Day 3
07:00 – 08:30 Breakfast.
11:00 – 16:00 Optional boat excursion or visits to Meteora or Thessaloniki.
18:00 – 19:00 Dinner at the hotel.
21:00 Free time.

Day 4
09:00 – 10:00 Breakfast.
11:00 – 17:00 Beach time or visit Meteora.
21:00 Free time in Paralia.

Day 5
09:00 – 11:00 Breakfast.
11:30 Departure of participants.

 COMMUNICATION STEPS

STEP 1 — APPLY
Fill out the online application form with your group details.

STEP 2 — CONFIRMATION
You’ll instantly receive an email confirming we got your application.

STEP 3 — APPLICATION NUMBER
Within 2 days you’ll receive your Application Number and required materials list.

STEP 4 — REVIEW
WOFA reviews your application and checks availability.

STEP 5 — ACCEPTANCE
If accepted, you’ll receive an Invitation Letter and deposit instructions.
Deposit must be paid within 10 days.

STEP 6 — SECURE YOUR SPOT
Send us your deposit confirmation. Your participation is officially confirmed.

STEP 7 — FINALIZATION
A WOFA coordinator will guide you through the final steps: participant list, travel details, and performance info.

 IMPORTANT DETAILS

The organizers provide a stage for all performances.
Festival location:https://maps.app.goo.gl/1e4f43CXsWFTzPVG7
The official festival program will be provided one month before arrival.

 FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHTS

See videos of performances on our official YouTube playlist:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8RE8ufsZ317rLbYnlnbTJxen4_FTaIEq

 EXCURSIONS INFORMATION

Meteora – breathtaking monasteries atop sandstone pillars, UNESCO World Heritage site.
Thessaloniki – discover the historic gate of Southeast Europe, including the Rotunda, Arch of Galerius, and White Tower.
Mount Olympus – Greece’s highest mountain, with monasteries and trails in the first National Park.
Pozar – Edessa Waterfalls – relax in thermal pools and see the famous waterfalls.
Pirate Cruise – day cruise on the Aegean Sea with beautiful beaches and Pieria coastline views.
Skiathos Island – picturesque island with old port town and awarded beach Koukounaries.