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   With pleasure we INVITE (folk ensembles,choral groups,orchestras, majorette teams..) (children, youth and adult groups) to participate on International Ethnic Folklore Festival   - Colombo from  10 - 17 June , Colombo,Sri Lanka, 2026 

  The intention of our invitation  and the Festival light motive is to present the cultural tradition of different countries and to provide an opportunity for the members of groups to get together, to establish friendships and culture presentation trough dance and music.The idea of the Festival is to bring the music closer to the people and to present the music on the streets and the squares.The festival is open for folk and choir ensembles, as well as orchestras and majorettes teams.

Welcome to Colombo, Sri Lanka:

Colombo, Sri Lanka's vibrant capital, offers a blend of historical sites, cultural experiences, and modern attractions. Visitors can explore bustling markets, colonial-era architecture, serene temples, and enjoy diverse culinary delights.

Colombo, city, executive and judicial capital of Sri Lanka, Colombo is a principal port on the Indian Ocean. It has one of the largest artificial harbours in the world and handles the majority of Sri Lanka’s foreign trade.

Explore Sri Lanka's colonial history in Colombo whilst simultaneously getting a taste of the city's vibrant multicultural modern day society and discover the city's multi-ethnic legacy. Its rich heritage and a glorious past can be witnessed through its art, handicrafts, architecture, sculptures, and the food, making it the perfect getaway for heritage lover.

Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) welcomes you with great delight and honor however, for you to be able to make your vacation comfortable and memorable.

Festival highlights:

•         Festival is a combination of Cultural extravanga & Memorable Tourism

•         Direct flight to Colombo - Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport - CMB

•         Welcome to all dance forms, music groups

•         Welcome to all age groups

•         Comfort hotel stays with utmost hygiene

•         3 times meals with Delicious cuisines of Sri Lanka

•         Convenient and friendly Program schedules

•         Certificates to all group members and a beautiful Trophy to the Group

•         Value and affordability Tourism to choose

•         Memorable Tourism with Ancient Buddhist temples, Buddhist temples, Lush green landscapes, stunning beaches, waterfalls, mountains, valleys, forests, and the famous tea plantations. Helps to explore as 10+ Monuments of Colombo City Tour

Terms and Conditions:

Dance Styles: Festival is open to all dance and music groups of any style: Folk Dances, Theatre, Classical, Contemporary, Latin, Ball room, Street, Modern Social, Oriental, Fusion Dances, Choirs, Brass Bands, Orchestras, majorettes.

Age Category: 7 to 70+ years.

Group Members: 4+ to 40+ unlimited.

Music: Participants are allowed to perform on live or recorded music.

Travel: Flight Tickets round trip and the Travel Health insurance should be at the Group’s Expense.

Accommodation: Each group should choose the accommodation packages listed below in this section accordingly 3*/4* hotels will be provided.

Performance: The Groups should perform 3 different dance items with 10/ 15 minutes slots each 1 time a day at provided venues.

Competition: Festival hosts one day competition within the festival which is an Optional Category.

Participation fee:

•         230 Euro per person

•         275 Euro per person

Participation fee includes:

-  230 Euro Package:

•         3 Star Hotel Accommodation on Double Sharing

•         Full Board: 3 Times Meals

•         6 days/5 nights’ Accommodation

•         Arrival on 10th June by 12:00 (Lunch will be the first meal)

•         Departure on 15th June by 10:00 - 12:00 (after breakfast)

•         Colombo International Airport Pick and Drop

•         Colombo City Tour- Day 1 (Excluding Monuments fee)

-   275 Euro Package:

•         3 Star Hotel Accommodation on Double sharing

•         Full Board: 3 Times Meals

•         7 days/6 nights’ Accommodation

•         Arrival on 10th June by 12:00 (Lunch will be the first meal)

•         Departure on 16th June by 10:00 - 12:00 (after breakfast)

•         Colombo International Airport Pick and Drop

•         Colombo City Tour- Day 1 (Excluding Monuments fee)

•         Colombo City Tour with shopping- Day 2 (Excluding Monuments fee)

Upgrading from 3* to 4* Accommodation:

10 Euro per person

Accommodation in double rooms is paid additionally:

3* Hotel - 10 Euro Extra per person

4* Hotel - 15 Euro Extra per person

Extra day is paid additionally:

3* Hotel - 35 Euro Extra per person with food

4* Hotel - 45 Euro Extra per person with food

Additional tourism:

•         Negombo Tour

•         Dambulla Tour

•         Sigiriya Tour:

•         Kandy Tour

•         Nuwara EliyaTour

•         Bentota

Any group willing to participate must submit an Application form.

Approved groups pay in advance a 10% guarantee fee, which is to be deducted at the final payment.gardless of the members gender and age.

NUMBER OF SEATS IS LIMITED!!