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II INTERNATIONAL CHOIR FESTIVAL “ISTRA CHOIR FEST” 2027

Date:
3–8 Jul 2027 · 6 days / 5 nights
Location:
Pula, Croatia
Categories:
Choirs
Director:
S.S. & WOFA
Application deadline:
15 Nov 2026
Status:
Last 2 days

Applying is free. No payment is taken when you apply.

About the festival

The II INTERNATIONAL CHOIR FESTIVAL “ISTRA CHOIR FEST” takes place from 3 to 8 July 2027 in Pula, Croatia.
The festival aims to present cultural traditions, encourage international friendships and give participating groups the opportunity to share their music and culture in one of Croatia’s most attractive coastal regions.

Participation conditions

Participation rules

  • Open to all types of choirs, singing groups and vocal groups from different countries.
  • Maximum 60 participants per group, including musicians, leaders and family members.
  • Maximum 3 groups per country.
  • Each group should bring its national flag.
  • Groups should submit a short CV and group photos.
  • Groups are responsible for arranging their own transportation to and from the festival.

Health Insurance & Responsibility

Personal responsibility and health insurance are the responsibility of each participating group. Medical services are available.

Performance and stage requirements

  • Each group should prepare a 12–15 minute programme.

Festival programme

  1. Day 1

    Saturday 3 July

    Arrival

    • 14:00

      Arrival and hotel check-in.

    • —

      Free time / beach time.

    • 18:00–20:00

      Dinner.

    • 21:00

      Meeting with festival representative.

  2. Day 2

    Sunday 4 July

    Free Time & Excursions

    • 07:00–10:00

      Breakfast.

    • 10:00–15:00

      Free time / beach / excursions.

    • 18:30–20:00

      Dinner.

    • 21:00

      Free time.

  3. Day 3

    Monday 5 July

    Festival Rehearsal

    • 07:00–10:00

      Breakfast.

    • 10:00–18:00

      Free time / beach / excursions.

    • 18:00–20:00

      Dinner.

    • 21:00

      Festival rehearsal.

  4. Day 4

    Tuesday 6 July

    Festival Evening

    • 07:00–10:00

      Breakfast.

    • 10:00–18:00

      Free time / beach / excursions.

    • 18:00–20:00

      Dinner.

    • 21:00

      Festival Evening in Pula Square.

  5. Day 5

    Wednesday 7 July

    Departure or Optional Additional Stay

    • 07:00–10:00

      Breakfast.

    • 12:00

      Departure for groups following the standard programme.

    • 10:00–18:00

      Optional additional day: free time / beach / excursions instead of departure.

    • 18:00–20:00

      Optional additional day: dinner.

    • 21:00

      Optional additional day: free time.

  6. Day 6

    Thursday 8 July

    Departure After Optional Additional Stay

    • 07:00–10:00

      Breakfast.

    • 12:00

      Departure.

Excursions and transfers

Excursions

Optional Excursions

  • Fish Picnic – Cres Island: Full-day boat excursion from Rabac, approximately 10:00–17:00. Includes a boat ride, grilled fish lunch with alternatives available, drinks, beach time and sightseeing in Cres.
  • Panorama Boat Trip: Approximately 2-hour scenic boat ride along the Istrian Riviera and Kvarner Bay, with views of Cres, Lošinj and hidden bays.
  • Labin by Night: Guided visit to the medieval town of Labin, including local history, architecture and optional olive oil, wine and grappa tasting. Minimum 15 participants.
  • Pula Sightseeing: Guided city tour including the Roman Arena and other Roman and Austro-Hungarian landmarks.
  • Rakalj Village: Visit a traditional Istrian village with panoramic viewpoints and optional traditional food tasting.
  • Gems of Istria: Tailor-made excursion to destinations such as Rovinj, Poreč, Motovun and Svetvinčenat.
  • Brijuni National Park: Visit the national park with nature, archaeological sites and an open-air zoo. Boat transfer from Fažana is included.
  • Venice Boat Trip.
  • Plitvice Lakes.

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II INTERNATIONAL CHOIR FESTIVAL “ISTRA CHOIR FEST” 2027

3–8 Jul 2027 · Pula, Croatia · Apply by 15 Nov 2026

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From €179 / person

3–8 Jul 2027

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