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INVITATION

Welcome to the First Edition of the International Majorette & Orchestra Festival Rhythms of Dubai. Open to choral groups, vocal groups, singing groups, majorette teams, orchestras, instrumental ensembles, and other performing groups (children, youth, and adults), this non-competitive festival offers a unique opportunity for cultural exchange through music and dance performances across Dubai.

 Festival Highlights

• Open to choral groups, vocal groups, singing groups, majorette teams, folk dance groups, brass bands, orchestras, instrumental ensembles, soloists, and other art performers.
• Public performances in the streets and squares of Dubai.
• Showcase the cultural traditions of your country.
• Establish friendships through music and dance.
• Enjoy Dubai’s vibrant culture, modern architecture, and warm hospitality.

 Participation Details

Eligibility

• Open to international groups of all ages.
• Maximum of 3 groups per country.
• Each group can consist of up to 50 members (including dancers, managers, musicians, and family members).
• Each group must prepare a 12–15 minute performance (live or on USB).
• Choral groups must prepare a 12-minute free program.

• Groups must submit:
• A short CV (5–6 sentences in English)
• 5 group photos
• A video performance link

• Each group must bring their national flag.
• Groups are responsible for their own transportation for arrival and departure.

Registration Deadline

• 23 January 2026

 Participation Fee

Accommodation Packages (per person)

• €189 for 4 nights / 5 days (Bed & Breakfast)
• €238 for 5 nights / 6 days (Bed & Breakfast)

Hotels

• 4-star hotels:MD Hotel by Gewan or Grand Excelsior Al Barsha
• Triple rooms or quadruple apartments
• Double room supplement: €15 per person/night
• Single room supplement: €49 per person/night

Meals & Extras

• Optional hotel dinner (open buffet): €20 per person/day
• Excursions available with additional cost
• Extended stay (post-festival): €49 BB per person/night (triple room)
• Tourist tax: €2.50 per person/day

Free Package

• One free package for every 38 paying participants (38+1 rule)

 Fee Includes:

• Hotel accommodation with breakfast
• Festival registration and participation
• Festival gift and souvenir for each group
• Certificate of attendance
• Water during performances
• Advertising and promotion (press release, newsletters, posters)

 Not Included:

• Flights and travel insurance
• Domestic transportation in Dubai (except optional excursions)
• Personal expenses

 Insurance

Groups are responsible for personal and health insurance. First Aid and medical assistance are available, but all medical costs must be covered by the group.

 Festival Program

Day 1 – 25 March 2026

• 13:00 – Arrival in Dubai and hotel check-in
• Free time (beach/rest)
• 21:00 – Meeting with group representatives

Day 2 – 26 March 2026

• 08:00–11:00 – Breakfast
• 11:00–18:00 – Free time, beach or optional Dubai sightseeing
• 19:00–21:00 – Optional hotel dinner or visit to Mall of Emirates

Day 3 – 27 March 2026

• 07:00–11:00 – Breakfast
• 14:30–23:00 – Beach or Desert Safari with dinner and show

Day 4 – 28 March 2026

• 08:00–11:00 – Breakfast
• 11:00–16:00 – Free time or Burj Khalifa visit
• 18:00–22:00 – Festival evening (15-minute performance per group)

Day 5 – 29 March 2026

• 09:00–11:00 – Breakfast
• 11:00–15:00 – Beach time or Palm View and Dubai Frame
• 17:00–23:00 – Visit Miracle Garden and Global Village

Day 6 – 30 March 2026

• 09:00–10:00 – Breakfast
• 11:00–18:00 – JBR Beach or Abu Dhabi tour with lunch
• 19:30–22:00 – Free time or Dubai Marina Cruise

Day 7 – 31 March 2026

• 08:00–09:00 – Breakfast
• 10:00 – Departure

Note: The organizer reserves the right to change the program due to organizational needs.

 Optional Excursions (at additional cost)

1. Roundtrip transfer: Dubai Airport ↔ Hotel

2. Roundtrip transfer: Abu Dhabi Airport ↔ Hotel in Dubai

3. Dubai City Tour (includes Medinat Jumeirah, Little Venice, Old Dubai)

4. Burj Khalifa (Level 124/125 entry + transfers)

5. Desert Safari (14:30–22:30, jeep ride, village camp, BBQ dinner & show)

6. Abu Dhabi Tour (11:00–18:00, includes mosque visit and buffet lunch)

7. Dubai Marina Dinner Cruise (20:00–22:00, dinner + soft drinks on board)

8. Miracle Garden & Dubai Frame (entry + transfers)

9. Butterfly Garden & Global Village (entry + transfers)

 Visa Information

No visa is required for EU country citizens traveling to Dubai.