XI RIMINI INTERNATIONAL FOLK, DANCE & MUSIC FESTIVAL 2027

Date:: 1–6 Aug 2027 · 6 days / 5 nights
Location:: Rimini, Italy
Categories:: All Performance
Director:: M.B. & WOFA
Application deadline:: 15 Jun 2027
Status:: Applications open

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

About the festival

XI Rimini International Folk, Dance & Music Festival 2027

Also presented as the Rimini Cultural Dialogue Festival – XI Edition, the festival takes place in Rimini, Italy, from 1–6 August 2027. Performers from around the world come together for a celebration of culture, music and tradition.

Participation conditions

Participation rules

Who Can Participate

Folklore dance groups
Choirs
Music bands
Majorettes
Soloists under limited conditions

There is no age limit for participating groups. 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 length may be adjusted according to the total number of groups.
Music and interpretation may be live or recorded.
The festival stage is outdoors. Performances may be cancelled in case of storm or rain for safety reasons.
The exact performance date may be changed by the organizer depending on the local tourism program.

Accommodation & prices

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Booking and payment terms

Booking & Payment

10% first advance at registration / confirmation.
30% second advance to FolkVision Events within 20 working days after the first payment.
60% balance no later than 30 days before the event, or upon arrival according to the signed agreement.
Payments are made by bank transfer.
Payments to the main organizer are due only after signing the Participation Agreement / Contract.
Payments are non-refundable if the group cancels.
In case of force majeure, payments may be transferred as credit to a future edition.
The program and fees may be subject to slight changes due to weather conditions or local regulations.

Festival programme

Day 1
Sunday 1 August
Arrival in Rimini
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  1 August 2027
- 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 2 August
Beach Time or San Marino
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  2 August 2027
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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, including Garibaldi Monument, Porta San Francesco and Piazza della Libertà.
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  Return to the hotel, dinner and overnight stay.
Day 3
Tuesday 3 August
Festival Evening
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  3 August 2027
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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 with all participating groups.
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  Included awards: certificates for participants and diplomas for artistic directors, choreographers, instructors and coordinators. Participating groups receive plaques during the closing ceremony, with possible gift exchange.
Day 4
Wednesday 4 August
Mirabilandia or Beach Time
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  4 August 2027
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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 5 August
Italia in Miniatura / Fiabilandia
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  5 August 2027
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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 6 August
Departure
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  6 August 2027
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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 excursions to Venice and Bologna may also be available.

The organizer or hotel can assist groups with discounted tickets, transport information and practical arrangements for sightseeing and leisure activities.