Participation rules
The festival welcomes folklore ensembles, orchestras, choirs, majorette groups, modern dance teams and music bands.
There are no age limits or restrictions on group size.
XII Iternational Music and Dance Festival SUMMER AT LAKE BALATON 2027
- Date:
- 24–27 Jul 2027 · 4 days / 3 nights
- Location:
- Balatonfüred, Hungary
- Categories:
- All Performance
- Director:
- A.K. & WOFA
- Application deadline:
- 28 Feb 2027
- Status:
- Applications open
Applying is free. No payment is taken when you apply.
About the festival
The XII International Music and Dance Festival SUMMER AT LAKE BALATON takes place from 24 to 27 July 2027 in Balatonföldvár, Hungary, welcoming groups from around the world.
Located on the southern shore of Lake Balaton, Balatonföldvár is one of Hungary’s most popular summer destinations, with lakeside scenery, parks, promenades, beaches and a lively summer atmosphere.
Participation conditions
Performance and stage requirements
- Choirs must be prepared to perform on open-air stages.
Accommodation & prices
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Booking and payment terms
Participation is confirmed after registration and agreement with the festival organizer. Capacity is limited, so early registration is recommended.
Festival programme
Day 1
Wednesday 23 June
Arrival
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Afternoon arrival and hotel check-in.
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Meeting with festival organizers and group leaders.
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Dinner.
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Free time to explore the lakeside promenade in Balatonföldvár.
Day 2
Thursday 24 June
Lake Balaton Discovery & Festival Performance
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Breakfast.
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Optional morning leisure programme in Balatonföldvár.
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Afternoon rehearsal.
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Evening parade of participating groups and festival performance on an open-air stage in Balatonföldvár.
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Presentation of diplomas and souvenirs.
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Dinner and free evening.
Day 3
Friday 25 June
Excursions Around Southern Balaton
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Breakfast.
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Optional full-day excursions and leisure activities around Lake Balaton.
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Return to accommodation.
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Dinner and free time.
Day 4
Saturday 26 June
Departure
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Breakfast.
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Departure of groups or optional stay extension upon request.
Excursions and transfers
Excursions
Optional Excursions & Activities
- Boat excursions on Lake Balaton.
- Swimming at the beach.
- Wine tasting.
- Tihany Peninsula.
- Benedictine Abbey.
- Lavender fields.
- Balatonföldvár Observation Tower.
- Szántódpuszta.
- Balatonlelle and Balatonboglár.
- Boglár Wine Hill.
- Spherical Lookout.
- Siófok Water Tower and marina.
- Zamárdi Kőhegyi Lookout.
All excursions are recommendations only and are not organized or booked by the organizers. Participants arrange their own transport, tickets and related expenses.
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Apply for this festival
XII Iternational Music and Dance Festival SUMMER AT LAKE BALATON 2027
24–27 Jul 2027 · Balatonfüred, Hungary · Apply by 28 Feb 2027
From €175 / person
24–27 Jul 2027