WorldFestivalAssociation

INVITATION

With great pleasure we INVITE folk ensembles, choral groups, orchestras, brass bands, majorette teams, vocal groups, art schools, and children, youth, and adult groups to participate in the XIII International Music & Dance Festival “Dubai Culture Fest” which will take place from 05–11 February 2026 in Dubai, UAE.

The festival is part of an international event in Dubai.

Note: If you have flight tickets to arrive a day before or after, it is not a problem – you just need to inform us in advance so that we can issue you a permit.

 GENERAL RULES

This is a non-competitive festival showcasing traditional and modern dances, brass bands, orchestras, folk dance groups, choral groups, majorette teams, instrumental groups, soloists, and performers from other art styles. Every group has the right to participate. The number of participants is limited to only three groups from each country.

Each group should consist of up to fifty members, including dancers, musicians, managers, and family members. Every ensemble should prepare a fifteen-minute program, performed live or with USB music. Choral groups and orchestras should prepare a free program of about fifteen minutes. Performances will be in the evening hours, allowing free time during the day for sightseeing and excursions.

Groups are requested to send a short CV (five to six sentences in English), five group photos, and a video performance link. Each group should bring its national flag. Groups should arrange their own transport for arrival and departure.

 ACCOMMODATION INFORMATION

The participation fee is:

189 EUR per person for four nights and five days with breakfast included.

239 EUR per person for five nights and six days with breakfast included.

Accommodation will be in wonderful four-star hotels in Dubai:

MD Hotel Al Barsha – https://gewanhotels.com/hotels/md-hotel-by-gewan

Grand Excelsior Al Barsha – https://www.gehotels.com/

Accommodation is in triple rooms. Double rooms are available for an additional 15 EUR per person per night. The hotels include outdoor swimming pool, spa, and gym, and are located near Emirates Mall and Ski Dubai. Dinner can be arranged in the hotel for 20 EUR per person with an open buffet.

Tourist tax is an additional 2.5 EUR per person per day.

On request, participants may extend their stay in Dubai. The price is 49 EUR per person per night with breakfast in four-star hotels, in triple or quadruple rooms.

For EU citizens, no visa is required for Dubai.

 FESTIVAL ORGANIZERS PROVIDE

For every thirty-five participants, one gratis place is offered. Every group receives souvenirs and gifts, a certificate of attendance, drinks during the performance, and advertising of the festival through press releases, newsletters, and posters.

 INSURANCE

Personal responsibility and health insurance are obligations of the groups. First aid and hospitals will be available, but medical services must be covered by the participants.

 PROGRAM INFORMATION

Day 1
Arrival in Dubai at 13:00, hotel accommodation, free time at the beach. At 21:00 a meeting with the festival representative will take place.

Day 2
Breakfast from 09:00 to 10:00. From 10:00 to 18:00 optional sightseeing of Dubai. Free time in the evening.

Day 3
Breakfast from 09:00 to 10:00. From 10:30 to 16:00 optional visits to Miracle and Butterfly Garden, Dubai Mall with fountains, or free beach time. From 14:30 to 22:00 Desert Safari with dinner and show program.

Day 4
Breakfast from 09:00 to 10:00. Free time or excursions until 17:00. From 18:00 to 21:00 festival evening with group performances, certificates, and gifts.

Day 5
Breakfast from 09:00 to 11:00. From 10:30 to 18:00 visit to Greek Dubai traditional market, Eye of Dubai, Madame Tussauds, or Dubai Frame. From 18:00 to 21:00 festival party.

Day 6
Breakfast from 09:00 to 11:00. Departure of participants at 10:00.

Optional extended stay:
Day 6 – breakfast from 09:00 to 10:00, beach time at JBR or Abu Dhabi excursion, evening at the Dubai fountains.
Day 7 – breakfast from 09:00 to 10:00, beach time or excursion to Sharjah, evening at the Dubai fountains.
Day 8 – breakfast from 08:00 to 10:00 and 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 organizers provide a stage for the performance.

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=PL8RE8ufsZ314eWGPPNDY2Xf4K7hUL9CVI

 EXCURSION INFORMATION

Excursions in Dubai are available at additional cost. Options include transfer Dubai Airport – Hotel – Dubai Airport, transfer Abu Dhabi Airport – Hotel in Dubai – Abu Dhabi Airport, Dubai City Tour with Medinat Jumeirah market and old Dubai, entrance to Burj Khalifa Level 124/125, Desert Safari with BBQ dinner, Abu Dhabi full-day tour with lunch, Dinner Cruise at Dubai Marina, visits to Miracle Garden and Dubai Frame, and visits to Butterfly Garden and Global Village.