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The X International Music & Folk-Dance Festival “Summer in Bosnia and Herzegovina” takes place from 25 to 30 July 2027 in Visoko, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Building on years of successful festival organization, the event brings together performers from different countries and cultural backgrounds to share their artistic heritage through music and dance.
The festival welcomes groups from around the world in the following categories:
Each group must bring its national flag and a sign displaying the ensemble’s name for the festival parade.
All participating groups are responsible for arranging their own personal and health insurance. First aid and hospital services will be available if needed.
Sunday 25 July
Arrival and welcome
13:00
Arrival in Visoko, hotel check-in and accommodation.
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Afternoon: free time.
19:00–20:00
Dinner at the hotel.
21:00
Welcome reception and meeting with group leaders.
Monday 26 July
Discover Visoko and festival opening
09:00–11:00
Breakfast at the hotel.
11:00–14:00
Sightseeing in Visoko, including a visit to the pyramid complex.
18:00–19:30
Dinner at the hotel.
19:30–23:00
Parade of participating ensembles, official opening ceremony, welcome speeches, open-air performances, dancing together and cultural exchange.
Tuesday 27 July
Sarajevo excursion and international performances
09:00–10:00
Breakfast at the hotel.
10:00–18:00
Optional sightseeing excursion to Sarajevo.
18:00–19:30
Dinner at the hotel.
21:00–23:00
Open-air festival performances in Sarajevo.
Wednesday 28 July
Ravne Tunnels and festival performances
09:00–10:00
Breakfast at the hotel.
11:00–16:00
Visit to the Ravne Tunnels, part of the Visoko pyramid complex.
19:00–20:00
Dinner at the hotel.
21:00–23:00
Open-air festival performances in Vitez.
Thursday 29 July
Festival closing ceremony
08:00–09:00
Breakfast at the hotel.
20:00–21:30
Open-air performances at the pyramid complex in Visoko.
21:30–00:00
Official closing ceremony: presentation of certificates, gifts and souvenirs to participating ensembles, exchange of presents between group leaders, and an international friendship party with all participants.
Friday 30 July
Departure
08:00–09:00
Breakfast at the hotel.
15:00
Departure of participating groups.
The municipality covers approximately 232 square kilometres and has a rich historical and cultural heritage. Visoko and the nearby settlement of Podvisoki were first mentioned in historical records in 1355.
The town played an important role in medieval Bosnia and is associated with the Bosnian Kingdom and King Tvrtko I Kotromanić. Its cultural and religious heritage includes the historic Tabačka Mosque, the Franciscan Monastery and the Orthodox Church of St. Prokopije.
Visoko is also known for its commercial traditions and nearby hills promoted as the Bosnian Pyramids. Visitors can explore local historical sites and experience the town’s cultural atmosphere.
The optional excursion costs EUR 9 per person. Bosnia and Herzegovina’s capital is known for its diverse cultural heritage, historical landmarks and combination of architectural influences.
The Ravne Tunnels are a popular visitor attraction associated with the pyramid complex near Visoko.
Groups may also arrange an excursion to Mostar, famous for its historic Old Bridge and traditional architecture. The price and arrangements are not specified and must be confirmed with the organizers.
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X INTERNATIONAL MUSIC & FOLK-DANCE FESTIVAL “SUMMER IN BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA” 2027
25–30 Jul 2027 · Visoko, Bosnia and Herzegovina · Apply by 20 Nov 2026
From €155 / person
25–30 Jul 2027
