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Festival

Marathon of Talents in Europe – International Festival-Competition

Application Form Price: 219 € Date: 3 - 6 April, 2026
Location: Loret de Mar, Spain
Director: M.F. & WOFA
Application Deadline: 15 March, 2026
Groups pay in advance a 10% guarantee fee, which is to be deducted at the final payment.

INVITATION

We invite you to join us in the beautiful coastal city of Lloret de Mar on Spain’s famous Costa Brava. This vibrant location offers stunning beaches, rich cultural heritage, and a lively atmosphere, making it the perfect setting for an international cultural exchange from [insert dates].

The festival welcomes choreographic groups of all styles, instrumental ensembles, vocal performers (choirs and soloists), theatrical groups, photography and video artists, fashion designers, arts and crafts exhibitors, creative word artists, mixed music and dance groups, and other types of artistic performers.


 AGE CATEGORIES

3–4 years
5–6 years
7–8 years
9–10 years
11–12 years
13–14 years
15–16 years
17–20 years
Over 21 years
Mixed junior (average ≤12)
Mixed senior (average ≥13)
Mixed (no age limit)


 GENERAL RULES

Each group should prepare two competition acts (maximum 4 minutes each).
Each group should prepare one act for the Gala Concert.
Theatrical groups perform one 15-minute piece.
Background music must be sent 14 days before the festival.
Live music is allowed.
Groups are responsible for their members during events.

Important Notes
The festival requires a minimum number of participants and reserves the right to cancel 30 days prior if not met.
In case of cancellation, full refunds are provided.
Tourist tax is payable at hotel check-in.
Transfers are available at additional cost.
Three-meal option is available with extra charge.


 ACCOMMODATION

3-star hotel
3/4 bed room: 219 € per person (extra night 39 €)
Double room: 249 € per person (extra night 49 €)
Single room: 315 € per person (extra night 60 €)

4-star hotel
3/4 bed room: 285 € per person (extra night 55 €)
Double room: 319 € per person (extra night 65 €)
Single room: 430 € per person (extra night 83 €)

Included
4 nights accommodation
Breakfast and dinner daily
Competition participation
Prizes and gifts
International diplomas
Official invitation
One free leader per 25 participants
Welcome evening

Additional Costs
Tourist tax: 0.60 € per person per night (age 17+)
Optional excursions
Master classes
Photo and video services
Medical insurance
Transport and transfers


 PROGRAM

Day 1
Arrival in Barcelona
Transfer to Costa Brava
Hotel check-in
Meeting with organizers and program overview

Day 2
Breakfast
Rehearsal
Festival opening and competition day

Day 3
Breakfast
Optional Barcelona excursion
Dinner

Day 4
Breakfast
Rehearsal
Free time
Gala Concert and Awards Ceremony
Dinner

Day 5
Breakfast
Hotel check-out by 10:00
Transfer to airport

Program subject to change


 AWARDS & JUDGING

Awards
Grand Prix
1st degree winner
2nd degree winner
3rd degree winner
Award winner
Participant diploma

Judging Criteria
Technical skill
Composition and structure
Artistry and stage presence
Difficulty level
Repertoire appropriateness
Originality
For soloists: creative individuality

Notes
Jury decisions are final.
Prizes may be duplicated.
Awards may not be given if standards are not met.
Evaluation is score-based.


 EXCURSION INFO

Optional excursions are available at additional cost:
4-hour catamaran trip with lunch
Barcelona panoramic tour
Montserrat Monastery
Flamenco show “Noche Espanyola”
Port Aventura theme park
Girona and Dalí Museum tour
Ancient cities of Rupit and Besalú

 

Groups pay in advance a 10% guarantee fee, which is to be deducted at the final payment.

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