XIII RIMINI INTERNATIONAL FOLK, DANCE & MUSIC FESTIVAL 2027

Date:: Aug 29 – Sep 3, 2027 · 6 days / 5 nights
Location:: Rimini, Italy
Categories:: All Performance
Director:: M.B. & WOFA
Application deadline:: 1 Aug 2027
Status:: Applications open

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

About the festival

XIII Rimini International Folk, Dance & Music Festival 2027

Also presented as the Rimini Cultural Dialogue Festival – XIII Edition, this international celebration of culture, music and tradition takes place in Rimini, Italy, from 29 August to 3 September 2027.

Participation conditions

Participation rules

Who Can Participate

Folklore dance groups, choirs, music bands and majorettes from around the world.
Soloists under limited conditions.
There is no age limit.
Family members and friends may join under the same accommodation conditions.

Visa & Invitations

An invitation letter suitable for visa purposes is provided as part of the package.

Performance and stage requirements

Each group should prepare a performance of approximately 10 minutes. The length may be adjusted depending on the total number of groups.
Music and interpretation may be live or recorded.
The festival stage is outdoors. In case of storm or rain, performances may be cancelled for safety reasons.

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.
Fees may be subject to slight changes due to weather conditions or local regulations.

Festival programme

Day 1
Sunday 29 August
Arrival in Rimini
- 12:00–21:00
  29 August 2027: 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 30 August
Beach Time or San Marino
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  30 August 2027: Breakfast at the hotel.
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  Free time and beach activities in Rimini.
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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 31 August
Festival Evening
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  31 August 2027: Breakfast and free time.
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  Lunch may be served instead of dinner depending on agreement with the organizer.
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  Evening: Main Festival Show with all participating groups, followed by the awards presentation and possible gift exchange.
Day 4
Wednesday 1 September
Mirabilandia or Beach Time
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  1 September 2027: 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 2 September
Italia in Miniatura / Fiabilandia
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  2 September 2027: 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 3 September
Departure
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  3 September 2027: Breakfast at the hotel.
- 11:00
  Check-out and departure of participating groups. Rooms must be vacated by 11:00.

Excursions and transfers

Excursions

Participants can combine the festival with the optional sightseeing and leisure activities listed in the daily program. The organizer or hotel can assist with discounted tickets, transport information and practical arrangements.

Optional tours to destinations such as Venice and Bologna may also be available.