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Festival

The Costa Brava International Folk Festival

Application Form Price: 195 € Date: 8 - 12 October, 2025
Location: BARCELONA- MALGARAT DE MAR, Spain
Director: G.L.P &WOFA
Application Deadline: 1 March, 2025
Groups pay in advance a 10% guarantee fee, which is to be deducted at the final payment.

INVITATION

The 5th Edition of the Costa Barcelona International Folk Festival invites Folk Groups, Flag-waving Groups, and Bagpipe Bands to participate in this exciting cultural event, organized by Malgrat Municipality in collaboration with EuroArt Productions SRL and Leon Promotions.

This non-competitive festival features parades and performances in parks and main squares of Malgrat de Mar. Participants will enjoy warm Mediterranean weather, beautiful beaches, and an atmosphere full of charm and history.

All groups will stay in a 4-star hotel in the touristic area of Malgrat de Mar, with full board meals (buffet-style breakfast, lunch, and dinner).

The festival provides an audio system for standstill performances, including CD/pen drive compatibility and up to 5 microphones for instrument and voice amplification.

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Tuesday, 7th October 2025

  • Arrival of groups.
  • Morning: Free time or optional excursion.
  • Afternoon: Performance in one of the squares of Malgrat.

Wednesday, 8th October 2025

  • Morning: Performances in Malgrat squares.
  • Afternoon: Free time or optional excursion.

Thursday, 9th October 2025

  • Morning: Official welcome ceremony by the Mayor of Malgrat de Mar at the Local Council’s Headquarters.
  • Afternoon: Parade with all groups along the waterfront and main streets, followed by performances at Parc Campassol.
  • Evening: Spectacular show at the hotel featuring all groups.

Friday, 10th October 2025

  • Morning: Performances at Plaza J.A. Clavé.
  • Afternoon: Free time or optional excursion to Barcelona, Girona, Tossa de Mar, etc.

Saturday, 11th October 2025

  • Morning: Free time or optional excursion.
  • Afternoon: Final parade and performances by all groups.
  • Award ceremony by the Festival Organisation and Local Authorities.

Sunday, 12th October 2025

  • Departure of groups.

    Note: The programme may be subject to modifications for organizational purposes. The final schedule will be issued 10 days before the festival.

    Package (4 Days, 3 Nights)

  • Twin Room: €215 per person
  • Triple Room: €205 per person
  • Quadruple Room: €195 per person
  • Children (4-11 years) in triple/quad rooms: €185-€195 per person

Package (5 Days, 4 Nights)

  • Twin Room: €245 per person
  • Triple Room: €225 per person
  • Quadruple Room: €215 per person
  • Children (4-11 years) in triple/quad rooms: €205-€215 per person


Package (6 Days, 5 Nights)

  • Twin Room: €285 per person
  • Triple Room: €265 per person
  • Quadruple Room: €260 per person
  • Children (4-11 years) in triple/quad rooms: €245-€260 per person
  • Accommodation in 4-star hotels in Malgrat de Mar.
  • Full board meals (buffet-style, excluding drinks).
  • Tourist tax.
  • Assistance by festival personnel.
  • Festival registration fee.
  • 1 free package for every 25 paying participants.
  • Extra nights available: €45 per person per night (full board).
  • Airport transfers from Barcelona/Girona available upon request.
  • Supplement for non-performers (friends & family): €5 per person per night.

 

The festival collaborates with 4-star hotels in Malgrat de Mar, including:


Note: Hotel selection depends on availability.

  • A 30% deposit is required upon confirmation.
  • Deposit is non-refundable.
  • Groups must arrange their own airfare/transportation to Spain.
  • Participating groups must book the Festival accommodation package.
  • Full payment deadline: 8 September 2025.
  • Registration deadline: 10 August 2025.
  • Cancellations: Refunds possible only up to 10 days before the festival.

 

Experience the vibrant culture of Malgrat de Mar with music, parades, and unforgettable performances!

 

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

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