WorldFestivalAssociation

INVITATION

FESTIVAL DETAILS

• Dates: May 15 – May 18, 2025
• Location: Peschiera del Garda, Lake Garda, Italy
• Director: K.A. & WOFA
• Application Deadline: March 30, 2025

PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS

• Open to folk groups, choral groups, brass bands, orchestras, majorette teams, and more.
• Participants of all ages are welcome.
• No limit to the number of participants.
• Groups must submit 5 pictures and 1 video showcasing their performances.

PARTICIPATION FEE

• €179 per person
• Additional day: €58 per person per day
• Groups of 26 persons: One group leader free of charge
• Deposit: There are 2 deposits:
• First Deposit: Groups must pay a 10% guarantee fee;
• Second Deposit after the first deposit is payed, guarantee fee for hotel accommodation;
• These two invoices will be deducted from the final payment.

INCLUDED IN THE PARTICIPATION FEE

• Accommodation in Camping Bella Italia (Visit Website)
• Three-room bungalows (40 sqm, 6 pax minimum 4 persons per unit)
• Living room with sofa bed, kitchenette, microwave, safe, TV, AC/heater
• Master bedroom, second bedroom with two single beds
• Bathroom with shower, small furnished terrace
• Supplements:
• Bungalow for three people: €12 per person per day
• Bungalow for two people: €28 per person per day
• Final cleaning fee: €30 per unit (if guests do not clean themselves)
• Bed linen and towels included
• Security deposit: €20 per person
• Tourist tax: €1.50 per person per day (paid on-site)
• Half-board meals (breakfast and dinner)
• Festival participation certificate, diplomas, and gifts

NOT INCLUDED

• Transport
• Optional excursions (not arranged by the organizers)
• Travel insurance

PROGRAM SCHEDULE

DAY 1 – ARRIVAL

• Afternoon arrival at Lake Garda
• Check-in at accommodation & meeting with organizers
• Free time to explore
• Dinner & overnight stay

DAY 2 – OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS & CULTURAL EXPLORATION

• Breakfast
• Optional Lake Garda Tour (Visit Website)

• A scenic tour along Lake Garda’s western shore, stopping at historical landmarks
• Destinations include Gargnano (Villa Feltrinelli), Island of Garda, Sirmione, Bardolino, and Malcesine
• Dinner & overnight stay

DAY 3 – PERFORMANCES & OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS

• Breakfast
• Optional Gardaland Theme Park Visit (Visit Website)

• One of Europe’s top amusement parks, featuring LEGOLAND® Water Park, SEA LIFE Aquarium, and thrilling rides
• Alternative options: Excursions to Venice, La Rocca di Garda, Mantua, Bardolino, Lazise, San Felice del Benaco, Salò, Borghetto sul Mincio
• Evening: Gala concert, final performances, awards & diploma distribution
• Dinner & overnight stay

DAY 4 – DEPARTURE

• Breakfast
• Departure of participants