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X INTERNATIONAL MUSIC & FOLK-DANCE FESTIVAL “SUMMER IN BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA” 2027

Date:
25–30 Jul 2027 · 6 days / 5 nights
Location:
Visoko, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Categories:
All Performance
Director:
S.M. & WOFA
Application deadline:
20 Nov 2026
Status:
Closing in 7 days

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

About the festival

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.

Festival goals

  • Present and promote the cultural traditions of different countries.
  • Encourage international friendship and cooperation.
  • Preserve folklore, music and traditional dance.
  • Provide opportunities for artistic expression and cultural exchange.
  • Promote mutual understanding through music and dance.

Participation conditions

Participation rules

The festival welcomes groups from around the world in the following categories:

  • Folklore and traditional dance ensembles.
  • Choirs and choral groups.
  • Orchestras and musical ensembles.

Each group must bring its national flag and a sign displaying the ensemble’s name for the festival parade.

Health insurance

All participating groups are responsible for arranging their own personal and health insurance. First aid and hospital services will be available if needed.

Performance and stage requirements

  • Each group should prepare a performance lasting 15–25 minutes.
  • Both live music and recorded accompaniment on CD are accepted.
  • Performance music must be submitted by email at least 10 days before the festival.
  • Under the general festival rules, each group will give one or two performances in Visoko and the surrounding area.
  • Festival performances take place in the evening, leaving daytime available for sightseeing and excursions.

Festival programme

  1. Day 1

    Sunday 25 July

    Arrival and welcome

    • 13:00

      Arrival in Visoko, hotel check-in and accommodation.

    • —

      Afternoon: free time.

    • 19:00–20:00

      Dinner at the hotel.

    • 21:00

      Welcome reception and meeting with group leaders.

  2. Day 2

    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.

  3. Day 3

    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.

  4. Day 4

    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.

  5. Day 5

    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.

  6. Day 6

    Friday 30 July

    Departure

    • 08:00–09:00

      Breakfast at the hotel.

    • 15:00

      Departure of participating groups.

Excursions and transfers

Excursions

Visoko: royal city and city of pyramids

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.

Sarajevo

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.

Ravne Tunnels

The Ravne Tunnels are a popular visitor attraction associated with the pyramid complex near Visoko.

Mostar: optional excursion

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.

Travel and transfers

Visoko lies in the heart of the Sarajevo–Zenica region, approximately 25 kilometres from Sarajevo. The program describes the Sarajevo performance location as approximately 30 kilometres from Visoko. Vitez is approximately 40 kilometres from Visoko. Mostar is approximately 143 kilometres from Visoko.

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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

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From €155 / person

25–30 Jul 2027

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