WorldFestivalAssociation

INVITATION

With pleasure, we invite Majorette Teams and Orchestras (children and youth groups) to participate in the XI International Majorette & Orchestra Festival “RHYTMS OF SKIATHOS” from September 06–10, 2026, on the stunning island of Skiathos, Greece. Skiathos is renowned for its pine forests, spacious beaches with fine sand, and crystal-clear sea. It covers an area of 50 km², with over 60 sandy and clean beaches, including Lalaria, Koukounaries, Banana, Megali Ammos, Eleni, Vromolimnos, and more.

 GENERAL RULES

Open to children’s, youth, and adult Majorette Teams and Orchestras.
No age limit for participants.
Limited to three groups per country.
Each group should consist of at least 50 members, including dancers, managers, and musicians.
Groups must prepare a 15-minute performance program with orchestral or USB accompaniment.
Performances will be held in the evening, leaving time for daytime excursions and visits to historic sites.
Groups must send a short biography and 2–3 photos by post and bring their national flag.
Groups are responsible for arranging their own transportation to and from the festival.

 ACCOMMODATION INFORMATION

Participation Fee:
€159 per person for 4 nights with breakfast (BB)
€189 per person for 5 nights with breakfast (BB)
Dinner can be added for €20 per person per night.

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

Additional Options:
Extra night stay: €45 per person per night
Double room supplement: €12 per person per night
Single room supplement: €30 per person per night

Accommodation is in 3-star hotels, located 800 meters from the city center, in double (leaders and drivers), triple, and quadruple rooms.

Special Offers:
One free spot for every 25 paid participants.
Free bus parking.
Organizers can arrange discounted ferry transportation.
Additional costs include a tourist tax and insurance fee of €2 per person/day.

Detailed festival programs will be provided upon arrival, along with guides to assist each group throughout the event. After the festival concludes, participants will have access to photos and videos.

 PROGRAM INFORMATION

Day 1:
13:00 – Group arrival and hotel accommodation
14:00–19:00 – Free time at the beach
21:00 – Meeting with group leaders

Day 2:
08:00–10:00 – Breakfast
14:00–19:00 – Beach time or optional excursions
21:00 – Free time or optional Greek night

Day 3:
08:00–10:00 – Breakfast
10:00–19:00 – Tourist visits and excursions
21:00 – Free time

Day 4:
09:00–10:00 – Breakfast
10:00–16:00 – Optional tourist visits
19:00 – Parade in the city center
20:00 – Opening Festival Night
22:00 – Festival end, with diplomas and gifts distribution

Day 5 (Optional for extended stays):
08:00–10:00 – Breakfast
11:00–16:00 – Beach time and free activities
21:00 – Free time

Final Day:
08:00–09:00 – Breakfast
11:00 – 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

Festival take place at the main square of Skiathos, stage will not be allowed due to the special location

Location where the Festival take place: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ynbb838F3VZDB1wM8

FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHTS
See videos of performances on our official YouTube playlist:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FioBFsH6twY&list=PL8RE8ufsZ317rLbYnlnbTJxen4_FTaIEq

EXCURSIONS INFORMATION
Participants can enjoy various tourist activities and excursions (available for an additional fee), including visits to nearby islands with breathtaking beaches by boat or bus, tours of monasteries, museums, and churches, organized Greek night parties, photo opportunities under an international landing aircraft, diving experiences with chances to spot dolphins, turtles, fish, and corals. Group ferry transportation can be arranged by the organizers. Assistance with transportation from Thessaloniki Airport is available for groups arriving by plane (costs to be covered by the group).