Participation rules
The festival welcomes all kinds of folk groups, including:
- Folklore groups
- Folk dance groups
- Traditional music groups
- Flag-waving groups
- Historical parade groups
- Other traditional performing formations
V INTERNATIONAL FOLK FESTIVAL ''SICILY FEST'' 2027
- Date:
- 28–30 May 2027 · 3 days / 2 nights
- Location:
- Palermo, Italy
- Categories:
- All Performance
- Director:
- G.C. & WOFA
- Application deadline:
- 15 Nov 2026
- Status:
- Last 2 days
Applying is free. No payment is taken when you apply.
About the festival
The V International Folk Festival “Sicily Fest” takes place from 28 to 30 May 2027 in Palermo, Italy.
Sicily has long been a meeting point between cultures, providing a Mediterranean setting for ensembles to share their music, dances and traditions with one another and the local public.
Organizers listed for WOFA: EuroArt Production, Leon Promotions & WOFA – World Festival Association.
Participation conditions
Performance and stage requirements
- The performance format includes parades and fixed-stage or public performances.
- During parades, groups must perform live with their own instruments.
- For fixed performances, the organizers provide an audio system with CD and USB compatibility and up to 5 microphones.
Accommodation & prices
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Booking and payment terms
A 10% guarantee fee is payable in advance and deducted from the final payment.
Festival programme
Day 1
Friday 28 May
Arrival and opening performances
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Arrival of participating groups
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Hotel check-in
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Optional cultural excursion, depending on arrival time
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Late afternoon parade
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Opening performances by participating groups
Day 2
Saturday 29 May
International folklore and cultural exchange
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Breakfast
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Free morning
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Optional cultural excursion
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Late afternoon parade
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International folklore performances
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Cultural exchange between participating groups
Day 3
Sunday 30 May
Final parade and performances
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Breakfast
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Free morning or optional sightseeing
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Final parade
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Final festival performances
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Presentation of mementos to participating groups
Excursions and transfers
Excursions
Optional excursions
- Taormina: Explore the “Pearl of Sicily,” known for its historic centre, spectacular coastal views and Greek Theatre.
- Sicilian Ionian Coast: Discover nearby coastal towns, villages and cultural attractions.
Tailor-made programmes
The organizer can arrange cultural excursions, extra lunches and dinners, and visits to other Sicilian destinations for groups.
Travel and transfers
Each group is responsible for arranging its flights, bus transportation and travel to and from Sicily.
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Apply for this festival
V INTERNATIONAL FOLK FESTIVAL ''SICILY FEST'' 2027
28–30 May 2027 · Palermo, Italy · Apply by 15 Nov 2026
From €195 / person
28–30 May 2027