XI International Music & Dance festival DIDIM FEST
Location: DIDIM, Turkey
Director: G.A.& WOFA
Application Deadline: 15 May, 2025
INVITATION
With pleasure we INVITE (folk ensembles,choral groups,orchestras ,brass bands, majorette teams..) (children, youth and adult groups ) to participate on XI International Music & Dance festival DIDIM FEST from 31 August - 06 September 2025 , Didim,TURKIYE
The main purpose of the festival is to bring different cultures closer, through dances, music and interesting national costumes. The Participants will have a possibility to meet new people, make new friendship relationships and also see the beauties of our town Didim.
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The number of dancers is not limited.
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The age of the participants is age limit +14.
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Groups should have prepared performance 5-10 minutes each on playback or with instruments.
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To bring a flag of the country, and also to send some pictures of the group along the application.
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Groups should arrive and also departure with their own transport which they will use it until the festival ends.
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Free parking during the festival time.
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Provided appropriate 3 gifts for the participants.
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Guider from arrival to departure.
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Protocol Visits (Governer, Mayor, Chamber of Commerce president)
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After the festival finishes, DAHOT will send you a DVD of the festival program for each group and photos.
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175 Euro per person - 5 HB (breakfast and dinner open buffet)
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The Accommodation is in rooms with 2-3-4 beds, each with its own bathroom.
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* 20+1 will be hosted free of charge
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Grand didyma hotel
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Meryemana hotel
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Pamukkale hotel
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Efsane hotel
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Mood hotel
* The hotel distribution of the upcoming groups will be made by the organizing committee.
Marvel at the ancient ruins and natural wonders of Didim. Only a short distance from the city centre, The Temple of Apollo is at the top of the historical places to visit. Besides being the third largest temple in the ancient world, Apollo is the Temple of Artem is’s architectural twin, one of the world’s seven wonders. The stone-carved head of Medusa tells a rich tale of Tukey’s incredible history. Local buses run every 15 minutes from Altinkum.
With an impressive coastline, Didim’s Beaches have been awarded the blue flag.Altınkum Beach is the most popular beach by far is Altınkum. Located around 2km from the city centre and reachable via cab or bus, the Altınkum beach takes its name from the golden sand that stretches out from the end of the boardwalk right into the beautiful glittering sea. So why not spend some of your time swimming in the magical Aegean blues.
For those looking for excitement and adventure, you will experience adrenaline-filled excitement in Didim's largest water park. It is open every day for you to have a fun-filled day during your holiday in Didim. The water park is only a 10-minute drive from Altinkum.
Didim beach clubs are a great place where you can have a good time with only a small entrance fee, many clubs along the beach are waiting for you to leave beautiful memories. You will feel that you are enjoying your holiday while sipping your cold drinks with music.
This vast area is a testimony to its glorious past, its well-preserved ruins. Built in the 4th century BC, it was expanded several times throughout its existence until it reached a seating capacity of 15,000. Here you will discover the beauty of history step by step.. You can also see other landmarks such as the Baths of Faustina; beyond the Baths of Faustina, ther is the Temple of Serapis, one of its most iconic images, the Ionic Stoa of Miletus, and many more.
Boat trips from Didim are a great opportunity to spend a day relaxing at sea surrounded by magnificent landscapes. You can discover other beaches, natural bays and gulfs. From the beginning of May, during the summer season, they can be organised from the harbour every day. Water sports, scuba diving courses and fishing tours are also available. Didim is known for its beaches with crystal clear waters, sandy bays and small rocky coves.
Approved groups pay in advance a 10% guarantee fee, which is to be deducted at the final payment.
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Reviews from the groups:
This festival has review of 11 groups and average estimation is VERY GOOD - 8,1/10