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INVITATION

July 25 - 30, 2025 | Pesaro & Bellaria, Italy

Festival Objectives

The Pesaro - Bellaria Art Inspirations Festival promotes global cultural exchange, preserves national traditions, and encourages creativity among talented children, youth, and adults. The event provides an international platform for both amateur and professional performers to showcase their artistic skills and build cultural connections through music, dance, and theater.

Participants

• Soloists, duets, small groups, ensembles
• Folklore dance groups, instrumentalists, choirs, vocalists, theater groups, and more

Categories

• Folklore: Traditional rituals, folk dance, folk music, folk instruments (up to 9 min)
• Vocal: Pop, folk, academic, jazz, original songs (accompaniment or a cappella)
• Vocal-Instrumental: Combined vocal and instrumental performances
• Choreography: Folk, classical, modern, jazz, ballroom, street dance, majorettes, cheerleading, flash mob
• Instrumental: String, wind, percussion, folk instruments (piano not included)
• Theatrical Arts: Dramatic readings, performances, variety miniatures
• Circus Arts: Acrobatics, variety acts, fashion theater
• Defile: Fashion theater, modeling agencies

The festival is competitive, and participants may enter multiple categories with separate applications and fees.

Performance Guidelines

• Soloists, duets, trios: Up to 4 minutes
• Small groups (4-10 participants): Up to 6 minutes
• Large ensembles (11+ participants): Up to 9 minutes
• Multiple entries: Allowed with separate applications and fees

Age Categories

• MINI Kids: 4 - 6 years
• Kids: 7 - 9 years
• Children: 10 - 13 years
• Juniors: 14 - 17 years
• Adults: 18+
• Seniors: 50+
• Mixed Groups

Application deadline: May 25, 2025

Awards & Recognition

• Grand Prix Winner: Trophy, festival medals, Grand Prix diploma
• Laureates I-IV place: Diplomas, medals, trophies
• Participation Diplomas: For groups and soloists scoring below 4th place
• Debut Diplomas: For MINI KIDS category (4-6 years)
• Letters of Thanks: For teachers and leaders
• Festival Souvenirs: T-shirts, bags, notebooks, participant badges

Festival Fees

• Groups (11+ participants): €18 per participant
• Groups (4-10 participants): €22 per participant
• Duets & Trios: €30 per participant
• Soloists: €35 per participant

Additional Category Fees:

• Groups (4+ participants): €10 per participant
• Soloists, duets & trios: €18 per participant

Festival Schedule

July 25, 2025 – Arrival in Pesaro

• Check-in at a 3-star seaside hotel (3-4 person rooms)
• Beach leisure
• Dinner at hotel
• Optional excursion: Bus trip to San Marino (additional cost)

July 26-27, 2025 – Beach & Cultural Activities

• Beach relaxation
• Olive oil & wine tasting at a private winery
• Optional excursion: Bus trip to San Marino (additional cost)

July 28, 2025 – Competition Day

• Location: Teatro degli Amici, Bellaria
• Official opening ceremony
• Competition performances
• Gala awards ceremony

July 29, 2025 – Leisure & Optional Activities

• Beach & relaxation
• Sightseeing in Pesaro

July 30, 2025 – Departure

• Breakfast & check-out
• Optional excursion: Bus trip to Venice with guided tour & boat trip (additional cost)
• Return home

Schedule subject to change while maintaining core festival activities.

Accommodation Packages

Festival Package – 5 Nights / 6 Days

• Cost: €275 per participant
• 1 free spot per 20 participants (20+1 FREE)

Included in the price:

• 5 nights accommodation in a 3-star seaside hotel
• Half-board meals (breakfast & dinner)
• Sightseeing tour of Pesaro
• Olive oil & wine tasting
• Tourist tax

Additional Costs:

• Transportation to and from Italy
• Health insurance
• Beach sunbeds & umbrellas
• Excursion to San Marino (€45-50 per person)
• Excursion to Venice (price upon request)

Important Information

• Participants must be accompanied by group leaders or guardians.
• Organizers provide accommodation & cultural programs in agreement with participants.
• Application Deadline: May 25, 2025
• Invoices for participation fees will be sent after application approval.
• Groups must arrange their own international transportation.
• Liability for property damage rests with group leaders & accompanying adults.
• Organizers reserve the right to close applications early if capacity is reached.

Join Us in Italy for an Unforgettable Cultural Experience!

Enjoy the stunning coastal scenery of Pesaro & Bellaria, perform on a prestigious stage, and engage in a vibrant cultural exchange. Relax on the Adriatic coast, visit San Marino and Venice, and compete for top festival honors. Apply today!