WorldFestivalAssociation

INVITATION

 We invite you to join us in the historic city of Ohrid, North Macedonia.

Ohrid, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1980, is one of the oldest human settlements in Europe. Known as “the Balkan Jerusalem” for its countless churches and spiritual significance, it boasts a stunning location on the shore of Lake Ohrid, Europe’s oldest lake. The city is the birthplace of the Cyrillic alphabet and home to the first European University, founded in 893.

This festival offers a unique opportunity for cultural exchange in a city steeped in history from 05–08 December 2025.

Festival Welcomes
Mixed, male, and female choirs.

General Rules
Performance lasting 12–15 minutes (a cappella). Groups should bring their national flag. Maximum 50 persons per group (including performers, directors, and staff). Send a brief CV and 2–3 photos via email. Groups arrange their own transport to and from Ohrid.

 ACCOMMODATION INFORMATION

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

Hotel Delago, District & Lagadin (Main Suggestion)
Visit Hotel Delago –https://delago-hotel.carrd.co
Visit Hotel District – link pending
Visit Hotel Lagadin –https://www.hotellagadin.com.mk

Bed and Breakfast (BB): 3 Nights/4 Days 110€, 4 Nights/5 Days 130€, 5 Nights/6 Days 154€, Additional day 29€
Half Board (HB – Breakfast and Dinner): 3 Nights/4 Days 122€, 4 Nights/5 Days 150€, 5 Nights/6 Days 180€, Additional day 35€

Hotel Desaret
Visit Desaret –https://desaret-hotel.macedonia-hotels.com/en/#bkl
Lakeside hotel with an outdoor swimming pool.

Half Board (HB – Breakfast and Dinner): 3 Nights/4 Days 119€, 4 Nights/5 Days 144€, 5 Nights/6 Days 179€, Additional day 36€
Full Board (FB – Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner): 3 Nights 128€, 4 Nights 160€, 5 Nights 194€, Additional day 41€

Hotel Mizo
Visit Mizo –https://hotelmizo.com.mk/en/

Bed and Breakfast (BB): 3 Nights/4 Days 104€, 4 Nights/5 Days 136€, 5 Nights/6 Days 164€, Additional day 33€
Half Board (HB – Breakfast and Dinner): 3 Nights/4 Days 119€, 4 Nights/5 Days 154€, 5 Nights/6 Days 189€, Additional day 36€

Hotel De Luks Apartments
Half Board (HB – Breakfast and Dinner): 3 Nights 82€, 4 Nights 109€
Full Board (FB – Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner): 3 Nights 99€, 4 Nights 129€

Additional centrally located 3 & 4-star hotels 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 festival guide, 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€ per person, paid additionally.

 PROGRAM INFORMATION

Day 1
13.00 Arrival in Ohrid after 13.00 and hotel accommodation, free activities
14.00 – 15.00 Lunch in hotel (if you choose option with 3 meals per day)
19.00 – 21.00 Dinner in hotel
21.00 Welcome reception with leaders of the groups

Day 2
09.00 – 10.00 Breakfast
10.00 – 13.00 Ohrid sightseeing – visiting cultural monuments (St. Sofia Church, Samoil Fortress, Antique Theatre, Plaosnik, St. Kaneo Church, Bridge of Wishes)
14.00 – 15.00 Lunch in hotel
19.00 – 21.00 Dinner in hotel
21.00 Free time

Day 3
09.00 – 10.00 Breakfast
11.00 – 16.00 Cruising on Ohrid Lake, visiting Museum on Water and St. Naum
18.30 – 19.30 Dinner in hotel
20.00 Ensembles parade in the Old Town
20.30 Official opening of the festival

Day 4
10.00 Breakfast in hotel and free activities
10.00 – 13.00 Visiting Stara Čaršija, oldest tree “Činar”, Biljanini Springs, Ohrid Pearl, Old Paper Manufactory, shopping or visit Struga city
13.30 – 15.00 Lunch in hotel
18.00 – 20.00 Dinner in hotel
21.00 – 00.00 Party with all participants

Day 5
09.00 – 10.00 Breakfast
11.00 Departure of participants

Optional Extension – Days 5–7
Day 5: Breakfast, sightseeing in Struga (House of Miladinovci Brothers, River Crni Drim, Kalishta Cave Church) and Vevcani Ethno Village. Lunch and dinner at hotel. Evening workshop learning different dances.
Day 6: Breakfast, free activities (walking around Ohrid Lake or city square), or visit Vevcani or Pogradec in Albania. Lunch and dinner at hotel. Evening beach party.
Day 7: Breakfast, departure to Skopje with optional sightseeing (Alexander of Macedon monuments, Macedonian Gate, Stone Bridge). 14.00 Departure from Skopje city.

Important Details
Festival organizers provide a stage for performances.
Festival locations:Map 1,Map 2,Map 3
Official festival program will be provided 1 month before arrival.

 EXCURSIONS INFORMATION

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

St. Naum Boat 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
Breathtaking turquoise waters surrounded by lush greenery.

Horseback Riding Tour
Experience horseback riding in the scenic Ohrid Lake area.

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

Ohrid Guided Tour
Guided tour of Ohrid, a UNESCO World Heritage site rich in history and culture.

Skopje & Matka Canyon Guide
Groups need to arrange their own bus. Matka Canyon is a stunning natural escape just 15 km from Skopje, featuring a serene lake, cliffs, and lush greenery.