Skip to content
WOFAWorld Festival Association

X INTERNATIONAL FOLKLORE FESTIVAL “WORLD CUP OF FOLKLORE” 2027

Date:
21–24 May 2027 · 4 days / 3 nights
Location:
Lido di Jesolo, Italy
Categories:
All Performance
Director:
S.R. & WOFA
Application deadline:
21 Jan 2027
Status:
Applications open
Price:€185Application Form

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

About the festival

The X International Folklore Festival “World Cup of Folklore” takes place from 21 to 24 May 2027 in Lido di Jesolo, Italy.

The festival brings together folklore groups and performers from different countries for an international competition focused on traditional music, dance and cultural heritage. It promotes cultural exchange, international cooperation and the presentation of folklore traditions through competitive performances, official festival activities and cultural programmes.

Participation conditions

Participation rules

The festival is open to folklore groups and performers with previous festival experience and awards.

Accepted categories

  • Authentic folklore dance groups
  • Folklore dance groups with modern choreography
  • Folk music groups
  • Folklore choirs and vocal ensembles
  • Mixed folklore ensembles
  • Groups performing live music, singing and dance

Age categories

  • Children and youth: up to 18 years
  • Adults: 18+

Children and youth groups may include up to 30% of participants from another age category.

Applications

Groups should complete the official application form and provide the required information about their ensemble, including previous awards and festival achievements.

Performance and stage requirements

  • Each competition programme may last a maximum of 10 minutes.
  • Participating groups may also be invited to take part in the official opening, festival parade, additional concerts, official closing and award ceremony.
  • Competition performances are evaluated by an international jury.

Accommodation & prices

Loading hotel prices…

Booking and payment terms

Participants are responsible for paying for their own accommodation package.

The 2027 information does not specify a deposit percentage, payment deadline or cancellation terms.

Festival programme

The detailed official festival programme for 2027 will be announced by the organizers. The event will include the official opening, competition performances, festival parade, additional concerts, closing ceremony and awards presentation.

Excursions and transfers

Excursions

Optional cultural programmes and excursions may be organized by agreement with participating groups.

Specific excursion destinations and prices are not currently listed in the 2027 information.

Reviews from groups

No reviews yet. Has your group performed here? Be the first to share your experience.

Apply for this festival

X INTERNATIONAL FOLKLORE FESTIVAL “WORLD CUP OF FOLKLORE” 2027

21–24 May 2027 · Lido di Jesolo, Italy · Apply by 21 Jan 2027

Application Form

Questions about this festival? Contact our team

From €185 / person

21–24 May 2027

Application Form