WorldFestivalAssociation

INVITATION

We invite you to join us in the historic and vibrant city of Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Sarajevo, the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina, is famous for its exciting nightlife, numerous cultural and historical monuments, delicious food such as ćevapi, pita, and burek, and traditional Bosnian coffee with rahatlokum served in a fildžan. Visiting Baščaršija to enjoy these treats is a unique pleasure shared by the many tourists who visit this city.
Together with the many optional excursions offered, Sarajevo creates the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable cultural exchange.

 PARTICIPATION INFO

The festival welcomes folk ensembles and dance groups of all age categories, including children, youth, and adults.
Each group should prepare a program consisting of two performances, each with a duration of ten minutes.
Participants are required to bring the national flag of their country and a sign with the name of their ensemble.
There is no limit on group size or on the number of participating groups per country.
The festival has a revue, non-competitive character.
All groups arrange their own international transportation.

 ACCOMMODATION INFO

Accommodation is provided at the 4-star Hotel “BM” in Sarajevo.
The participation fee is 150 EUR per person and includes three nights and four days with full board, covering all meals.
For every group of twenty participants, one person is provided free of charge as a group leader.
For extended or shortened stays, an additional daily rate of 50 EUR per person applies.
The participation fee includes free tourist tax, free hotel parking, interpreter services in Russian and English, two concerts per ensemble on Friday and Saturday, evening social gatherings in the hotel hall every night, and free optional excursions including Vrelo Bosne, a gondola ride, Avaz Tower, and a guided tour of Baščaršija.
To confirm participation, a deposit of 50 EUR per person is required and is non-refundable in case of group cancellation.

 PROGRAM INFO

Day 1 – Arrival and check-in at Hotel “BM”. Evening welcome gathering.
Day 2 – Breakfast. Free time or optional excursion during the day. Evening first festival concert. Night social gathering in the hotel hall.
Day 3 – Breakfast. Free time or optional excursion during the day. Evening second festival concert. Night social gathering in the hotel hall.
Day 4 – Breakfast. Departure.

 EXCURSION INFO

Free optional excursions included in the participation fee include visits to Vrelo Bosne, a gondola ride, Avaz Tower, and a guided tour of the old town Baščaršija.
Additional optional excursions may be offered upon request, including tours to Jahorina, cable car rides, visits to Visoko, and other historical and natural sights.