6th International Trabzon Horon Festival
Location: Trabzon, Turkey
Director: C.E. & WOFA
Application Deadline: 30 June, 2025
INVITATION
11 – 18 August 2025 | Trabzon, Türkiye
Director: C.E. & WOFA
Join us for the 6th International Trabzon Horon Festival in the vibrant 2025 Capital of Culture. Celebrate unity, friendship, and traditional dance amid the stunning Black Sea landscapes.
PARTICIPATION INFO
Who Can Join: Folk dance ensembles, cultural groups, and musicians (no age or organizational limits)
Performance Rules:
- Max. duration 8 minutes (live orchestra or USB; no playback)
- Bring national flag, group flag (if any), and at least 10 small gifts for exchanges
- Submit name list, dates of birth, and passport numbers by 30 June 2025
- Each group must have an English-speaking representative
- Authentic costumes, props, and instruments (e.g., Kemancha or Bagpipe) recommended
- Participation in all scheduled events (parades, concerts, workshops) is mandatory
ACCOMMODATION INFO & FEE
Accommodation: Luxury dormitory (3-4★ equivalent) with sea/mountain views, balcony, en-suite bathrooms
Participation Fee: € 140 per person (no free participation)
Includes:
- Accommodation in 3–4-bed rooms
- Breakfast, lunch & dinner (excl. free days; no lunch during free time)
- Festival participation, competitions, diplomas & souvenirs
- Professional sound/lighting, DJ performances & guided assistance
Not Included: Transportation (groups arrange own flights/buses; airport transfers provided), optional excursions, travel insurance, personal expenses
Meal Times:
- Breakfast: 07:00–10:00
- Lunch: 12:30–13:30 (event days only)
- Dinner: 19:00–20:00
PROGRAM INFO
Day 1 (11 Aug): Arrival
- 06:00–18:00: Check-in at dormitory
- 18:00–22:00: Dinner
- 21:00: Team leaders’ meeting
Day 2-3 (12-13 Aug): Free Days
- Breakfast
- Optional sightseeing (Sumela Monastery, Uzungöl Lake, etc.) & Horon dance training
- Evening DJ performances
Day 4-7 (14-17 Aug): Festival Days
- Parades, press statements & performances at Ganita, City Centre, Avni Aker
- Contests: Beauty, Costume & Stage Performance
- Evening concerts by national artists
Day 8 (18 Aug): Departure
- 07:00–10:00: Breakfast & check-out
EXCURSION INFO
Optional Activities (extra paid):
- Trabzon City Tour (Sumela Monastery, Atatürk’s Mansion, Uzungöl Lake)
- Black Sea Boat Trip (scenic coastal ride)
- Cultural Sites (St. Eugenius Church, Vazelon Monastery, Sera Lake)
Free Time Suggestions: Swimming, museums, or visiting Boztepe for panoramic views.