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I N V I T A T I O N

    With pleasure we INVITE (folk ensembles,choral groups, majorette teams, brass bands....) (children, youth and adult groups) to participate on XX International music & dance festival “PARLIA SUMMER FEST ”  12-16  June  , Paralia - Olimpic,Katerini 

  The intention of our invitation  and the Festival light motive is to present the cultural tradition of different countries and to provide an opportunity for the members of groups to get together, to establish friendships and culture presentation trough dance and music.The idea of the Festival is to bring the music closer to the people and to present the music on the streets and the squares.            The festival is open for folk and choir ensembles, as well as orchestras and majorettes regardless of the members gender and age.

     Paralia is famous holiday place on the Aegean coast of Greece with many sends beach .Festival program will be held on the main square in Paralia and Olimpic beach.

Join us in beautiful Paralia-Katerini, Greece, for a vibrant non-competitive international festival celebrating music, dance, and culture! Open to a wide range of artistic groups, this event offers performances, excursions, and rich cultural exchange by the sea.

Festival Highlights

• Open to folk ensembles, choral groups, orchestras, modern dance groups, and majorette teams (children, youth, and adult categories).
• Non-competitive performances in scenic beachside venues and town squares.
• Two evening performances (15–20 minutes total).
• Free daytime hours for sightseeing and excursions.
• Welcome reception, cultural exchange, and tour opportunities.
• Director Z.S. & WOFA.

Participation Details

Eligibility

• Maximum of 3 groups per country.
• Each group may include up to 50 members (dancers, musicians, and managers).
• Participants must submit a brief group CV and photos.
• Groups should bring their national flag.
• All transportation to/from Greece must be arranged by the participants.

Performance Format

• Each group presents two folk or modern dances (live music or USB).
• Choral groups should prepare a 15-minute program.

Participation Fee

• 3 Nights / 4 Days (June 13–16): €119 per person
• 4 Nights / 5 Days (June 13–17): €149 per person
• 5 Nights / 6 Days (June 13–18): €179 per person
• All double and single rooms are available upon request. Multiple-bed accommodations are assigned based on availability.
• Additional double rooms: €12 per person per night
• Additional single rooms: €35 per person per night
• Tourist tax: €2 per person per night

Fee Includes:

• Accommodation in beachfront hotels or apartments (shared rooms with private bathrooms)
• Half-board meals (breakfast & dinner)
• Two double rooms free for group leaders/drivers
• Welcome reception with drinks
• Local tour guide for sightseeing
• Festival publicity (social media and press)
• Souvenirs and participation certificates
• Free parking

Optional Costs:

• Extra night (half-board): €35 per person per night
• Airport transfers (Thessaloniki) and excursions (fees apply)

Not Included:

• Transport to/from Paralia-Katerini
• Optional excursions
• Personal health or liability insurance

Festival Program

Day 1 (Arrival)

• 13:00 – Hotel check-in & beach time
• 18:00 – Dinner
• 21:00 – Welcome reception for group leaders

Day 2 (Welcome Events)

• 07:00 – Breakfast
• 11:00 – Optional boat trip in Thermaikos Gulf
• 18:00 – Dinner
• 21:00 – Welcome event at Aloha Beach

Day 3 (Festival Evening)

• 09:00 – Breakfast
• 11:00 – Free time or optional tours
• 18:00 – Dinner
• 19:30 – Festival night at Paralia Square (certificates & gifts presented)

Day 4 (Excursion & Free Time)

• 09:00 – Breakfast
• 11:00 – Excursion to Meteora or beach time
• 19:30 – Free evening at local taverna

Day 5 (Departure)

• 08:00 – Breakfast
• 10:30 – Check-out & departure

Optional Excursions

• Boat cruise in Thermaikos Gulf with traditional Greek lunch
• Full-day trips to Thessaloniki, Katerini, or Meteora (extra fees)

INSURANCE: 
Personal responsibility and health insurance are within the other obligations of the groups. First Aid and Medical Hospital will be available, medical services must be covered by the group.

On your request,  You can continue your stay in Paralia. Price will be 33 Euro per day per person HB – price is special for the participants in festivals that we can provide.

 Tourist tax is 2 euro per person per day and it is additional paymant..

    After the festival finish organizers will send you link where you can find and take photos and videos from the festival..

   The festival will organize the transport for the groups coming by plane by picking them up from Thessaloniki Airport which are only 75 km from Paralia. The cost of the transportation will be covered by the group and will be additionally agreed according to their number.

   All detailed information  will be supply after your confirmation for participations.

In 2022 on the festival were participated 12 groups from 7 EU country with 450 participants. 

 NUMBER OF SEATS is limited on 400 participants or 10 -11 ensembles..

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NEWS ABOUT THE FETSIVAL                                               

"FESTIVAL EMOTIONS IN PARALIA"

XI International music & folk-dance festival  "OLIMPIC BEACH FESTIVAL" was held from 12 to 16 June. 10 ensembles from Poland, Ukraine, Romania, Croatia, Russia and Bulgaria took part in the forum.

The festival nights were held on 13 and 14 June. After the performances of the participants, the director of the event, Mr. Zoran Stresovski handed gifts and certificates to the artistic directors of the groups.

"Festivals had two festival evenings in Paralia and Olimpic beach, welcome recepttion with leaders and join party with all participants in Aloha beach" - said director Mr Strezovski.

During the rest days, guests of Paralia and Olimpic enjoyed on the sands beaches in Olimpic, swam in the warm Sea and have wonderful excursions on Pyrate Boat and visited great culture place METEORI..

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Reviews from the groups: 

This festival has review of 8 groups and average estimation is VERY GOOD - 8,2/10.