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X ISTANBUL INTERNATIONAL CHILDREN’S PERFORMING ARTS FESTIVAL 2027

Date:
22–26 Apr 2027 · 5 days / 4 nights
Location:
Istanbul, Türkiye
Categories:
All Performance
Director:
M.R. & WOFA
Application deadline:
22 Mar 2027
Status:
Applications open
Price:€260Application Form

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

About the festival

X Istanbul International Children’s Performing Arts Festival 2027

Held in Istanbul, Türkiye, the festival brings young performers together in a city where Europe and Asia meet.

Surrounded by the Black Sea and the Sea of Marmara and divided by the famous Bosphorus Strait, Istanbul is known for its museums, historic landmarks, shopping areas, and vibrant cultural life.

Participation conditions

Participation rules

Who Can Participate

Participants must be aged 8 years or above. Singing ensembles, majorette groups, choirs, folk dance groups, and modern dance groups are welcome.

Groups must submit photos with their application.

Health Insurance

All participating groups must arrange valid medical insurance before arriving at the festival. Ambulance assistance will be provided in emergency situations.

Performance and stage requirements

  • Each group may present a performance of 5, 10, or 15 minutes.
  • Music may be performed live or played from recorded media.

Accommodation & prices

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Booking and payment terms

  • For groups of more than 30 people, 1 leader or driver is free of charge.
  • For groups of 45 people or more, 2 leaders or drivers are free of charge.
  • A deposit of 20% of the total amount is required to confirm the hotel reservation.

Festival programme

  1. Day 1

    Thursday 22 April

    Festival Begins

    • 16:00

      22 April 2027: festival begins.

  2. Day 2

    Friday 23 April

    Festival Concludes

    • 10:00

      26 April 2027: festival concludes.

Excursions and transfers

Excursions

Participants have the opportunity to discover Istanbul’s cultural and historical attractions on an optional guided tour. Planned sightseeing includes the historic Byzantine district, the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapı Palace, and Grand Bazaar.

A special Bosphorus boat trip is also available for groups wishing to participate.

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Apply for this festival

X ISTANBUL INTERNATIONAL CHILDREN’S PERFORMING ARTS FESTIVAL 2027

22–26 Apr 2027 · Istanbul, Türkiye · Apply by 22 Mar 2027

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From €260 / person

22–26 Apr 2027

Application Form