WorldFestivalAssociation

INVITATION

We invite you to join us in the historic and magical city of Prague, Czech Republic, for an inspiring cultural competition and festival from 20 – 24 March 2026.
Prague, the “City of a Hundred Spires,” offers a fairy-tale backdrop of Gothic architecture, cobbled streets, and rich artistic heritage. This enchanting capital provides the perfect stage for an unforgettable exchange of talent and creativity during a festive season.

 FESTIVAL WELCOMES

Soloists, duets, trios, quartets, small groups, ensembles, choirs, orchestras, and fashion theatres in multiple artistic categories.

General categories include: Vocal (pop, folk, academic, rock, jazz, choirs), Choreography (folk, classical, ballroom, modern, street, pop), Instrumental Music (piano, strings, wind, percussion, folk, orchestras), Folk Art, Original Genre, Fashion Theatre, Theatre, Art, and more.

 GENERAL RULES

Performance duration varies by category and group size.
Phonograms (minus tracks) must be submitted via email in FLAC, WAV, or MP3 format 20 days before the competition.
Participants must bring a backup file on a USB drive.
Groups arrange their own transport to Prague.

Competition Requirements:

Vocal: Soloists, duets, trios – 1 piece up to 3 minutes; Ensembles and choirs – 2 contrasting pieces up to 6 minutes.
Choreography: Soloists, duets, trios, quartets – 1 piece up to 4 minutes; Small groups and ensembles – 2 contrasting pieces up to 7 minutes.
Instrumental: Soloists, duets, trios – 1 piece up to 4 minutes; Ensembles and orchestras – 1–2 pieces up to 7 minutes.

Age categories: Junior (up to 10), Middle (11–15), Senior (16–20), Adults (21+), Mixed.

Registration requires a 70% deposit (includes a 50 EUR non-refundable registration fee). Full payment must be completed 3 weeks before arrival.

Deadlines:
Phonogram submission – 20 days before competition.
Full payment – 3 weeks before arrival.

The organizers reserve the right to adjust the program. Bank fees are the responsibility of participants.

 ACCOMMODATION

Accommodation provided in Prague hotels. School groups stay in 3–4-bed rooms; adult groups in 2–3-bed rooms.

Main Program (5 days / 4 nights): 285 EUR/person with breakfast in 2/3-bed rooms.
Short Program (4 days / 3 nights): 235 EUR/person with breakfast in 2/3-bed rooms.
Upgrade to 4-star hotel: +15 EUR/person/day.

Special offer: One free place for the group leader per 15 paying participants.

Additional Costs:
Festival fee – Soloists 100 EUR; Model/Photo Model/Runway 150 EUR; Duets 75 EUR/participant; Trios 65 EUR/participant; Quartets 50 EUR/participant; Small groups (5–9) 35 EUR/participant; Groups (10+) 35 EUR/participant.
City tax – approximately 2.20 EUR/night (ages 18+).
Lunch in Prague – 20 EUR.
Optional excursions, museum tickets, and transport services available upon request.

Included: Accommodation with breakfast; one free leader place per 15 participants; trophies for groups; commemorative medals for smaller formations; gala evening with disco; preparation of all required documents.

 PROGRAM

Day 1 – Friday, 20 March
Arrival in Prague.
15:00 – Hotel check-in and registration.
Optional excursions: Prague Castle or Black Theatre (extra paid).
18:00 – Dinner.

Day 2 – Saturday, 21 March
Breakfast.
Stage introduction, rehearsals, competition performances, and jury evaluation.

Day 3 – Sunday, 22 March
Breakfast.
Guided walking tour of Prague: Old Town, New Town, Charles Bridge, Old Town Square, Wenceslas Square.
Optional boat trip (extra paid).
Dinner.

Day 4 – Monday, 23 March
Breakfast.
Free time in the city.
Optional excursions to Karlovy Vary, Dresden, Vienna, or Nuremberg (extra paid).
Dinner.

Day 5 – Tuesday, 24 March
Breakfast.
10:00 – Hotel check-out and departure.

 EXCURSIONS

Optional excursions (extra paid): Prague Castle, Black Theatre experience, Prague walking tour, Vltava River boat trip, and day trips to Karlovy Vary, Dresden, Vienna, or Nuremberg.