X RIMINI INTERNATIONAL FOLK, DANCE & MUSIC FESTIVAL 2027

Date:: 4–9 Jul 2027 · 6 days / 5 nights
Location:: Rimini, Italy
Categories:: All Performance
Director:: M.B. & WOFA
Application deadline:: 15 May 2027
Status:: Applications open

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

About the festival

X Rimini International Folk, Dance & Music Festival 2027

Also presented as the Rimini Cultural Dialogue Festival – X Edition, this international celebration of culture, music and tradition takes place in Rimini, Italy, from 4–9 July 2027.

Participation conditions

Participation rules

Who Can Participate

Folklore dance groups, choirs, music bands and majorettes from around the world.
Soloists may participate under limited conditions.
There is no age limit.
Family members and friends may join under the same accommodation conditions.

Visa & Invitations

An invitation letter suitable for visa purposes is included in the package.

Performance and stage requirements

Each group should prepare a performance of approximately 10 minutes. The duration may be adjusted depending on the total number of participating groups.
Music and interpretation may be live or recorded.
All participating groups take part in the festival evening.
The stage is outdoors. The festival evening may be cancelled in case of storm or rain for safety reasons.

Accommodation & prices

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Booking and payment terms

Booking & Payment

Advance I: 10% at registration / confirmation.
Advance II: 30% to FolkVision Events within 20 working days after the first advance.
Balance: 60% no later than 30 days before the festival, or upon arrival according to the signed agreement.
All payments are made by bank transfer.
Payments to the main organizer are due only after the Participation Agreement / Contract is signed.
Payments are non-refundable if the group cancels.
In case of force majeure, payments may be transferred as credit to a future edition.
Fees may be subject to slight changes due to weather conditions or local regulations.

Festival programme

Day 1
Sunday 4 July
Arrival in Rimini
- 12:00–21:00
  Arrival of participating groups at the hotels.
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  Hotel check-in, accommodation and information meeting with the organizers.
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  Dinner and overnight stay.
Day 2
Monday 5 July
Beach Time or San Marino
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  Breakfast at the hotel.
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  Free time and beach activities in Rimini. Groups may receive hotel discounts for beach seats and umbrellas.
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  Optional half-day excursion to San Marino.
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  Return to the hotel, dinner and overnight stay.
Day 3
Tuesday 6 July
Festival Evening
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  Breakfast and free time.
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  Lunch may be served instead of dinner, depending on the agreement with the organizer.
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  Evening: main Festival Show and closing ceremony, with possible gift exchange.
Day 4
Wednesday 7 July
Mirabilandia or Beach Time
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  Breakfast at the hotel.
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  Free time and beach activities.
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  Optional visit to Mirabilandia amusement park.
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  Dinner and overnight stay.
Day 5
Thursday 8 July
Italia in Miniatura / Fiabilandia
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  Breakfast at the hotel.
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  Free time and beach activities.
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  Optional visit to Italia in Miniatura or Fiabilandia.
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  Dinner and overnight stay.
Day 6
Friday 9 July
Departure
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  Breakfast at the hotel.
- 11:00
  Check-out and departure of participating groups. Hotel rooms must be vacated by 11:00.

Excursions and transfers

Excursions

Optional sightseeing and leisure activities can complement the festival.

San Marino

The optional half-day excursion includes the Garibaldi Monument, Porta San Francesco and Piazza della Libertà.

Other Activities

Optional tours to Venice and Bologna may also be available. Groups can receive support with discounted tickets, transport information and practical arrangements for leisure visits, including assistance from the organizer or hotel.