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XXXIII INTERNATIONAL MUSIC & DANCE FESTIVAL “DURRES FEST”. 2027

Date:
17–21 Jun 2027 · 5 days / 4 nights
Location:
Durrës, Albania
Categories:
All Performance
Director:
S.S. & WOFA
Application deadline:
15 Nov 2026
Status:
Last 2 days
Price:€163Application Form

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

About the festival

The XXXIII International Music & Dance Festival “DURRES FEST” takes place in Durrës, Albania, from 17–21 June 2027. This non-competitive event brings together performing groups from different countries.

Participation conditions

Participation rules

Who Can Participate

  • Folklore groups
  • Choirs
  • Brass bands
  • Orchestras
  • Modern dance groups
  • Majorette teams
  • Other performing arts groups

Group Limits

  • Maximum 3 groups per country.
  • Maximum 70 participants per group.

Performance and stage requirements

  • Folk ensembles should prepare at least 2 dances.
  • Each folk performance should last approximately 10–15 minutes.
  • Choirs should prepare approximately 15 minutes of program.

Accommodation & prices

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Hotel Facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Private beach
  • Spa
  • Gym
  • Restaurant

Festival programme

  1. Day 1

    Thursday 17 June

    Arrival in Durrës

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      Arrival of participating groups in Durrës and hotel accommodation.

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      Free time and beach activities.

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      Dinner at the hotel and welcome meeting with group leaders.

  2. Day 2

    Friday 18 June

    Durrës Sightseeing & Pool Party

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      Breakfast at the hotel.

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      Sightseeing in Durrës and free time.

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      Dinner at the hotel.

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      Evening: pool party at Hotel Bonita.

  3. Day 3

    Saturday 19 June

    Beach / Krujë & Festival Opening

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      Breakfast at the hotel.

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      Beach time or optional excursion to Krujë.

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      Dinner at the hotel.

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      Evening: festival parade and official opening performance, the main festival performance.

  4. Day 4

    Sunday 20 June

    Beach / Krujë & Pool Party

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      Breakfast at the hotel.

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      Free beach time or optional visit to Krujë.

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      Dinner at the hotel.

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      Evening: pool party with participating groups.

  5. Day 5

    Monday 21 June

    Departure

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      Breakfast at the hotel.

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      Check-out and departure of participating groups.

Excursions and transfers

Excursions

Optional Excursions

1. Kruja – Historical City Tour

Discover Kruja Castle, the Skanderbeg Museum, and the traditional Old Bazaar, famous for its local handicrafts, historical atmosphere, and panoramic views.

2. Berat – City of a Thousand Windows

Explore Berat Castle, traditional Ottoman architecture, the historic Mangalem and Gorica neighborhoods, and the famous Gorica Bridge.

3. Tirana – Capital City Sightseeing

Explore Albania's vibrant capital, including Skanderbeg Square, Et'hem Bey Mosque, the New Bazaar, and the city's main cultural attractions.

4. Divjakë–Karavasta National Park

Discover Albania's beautiful lagoon ecosystem, peaceful pine forests, panoramic observation points, and natural wildlife, including the Dalmatian pelican.

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Apply for this festival

XXXIII INTERNATIONAL MUSIC & DANCE FESTIVAL “DURRES FEST”. 2027

17–21 Jun 2027 · Durrës, Albania · Apply by 15 Nov 2026

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From €163 / person

17–21 Jun 2027

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