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XV INTERNATIONAL SUMMER FESTIVAL “MEET THE TRADITION” 2027 2027

Date:
21–25 Jul 2027 · 5 days / 4 nights
Location:
Montecatini Terme, Italy
Categories:
All Performance
Director:
S.R. & WOFA
Application deadline:
21 Feb 2027
Status:
Applications open

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

About the festival

The XV International Summer Festival “Meet the Tradition” takes place from 21 to 25 July 2027 in Montecatini Terme, Tuscany, Italy.

Organized by Sopravista Events Agency and the Cultural Association “Cultura in Movimento”, the festival brings together international performing arts groups in the heart of Tuscany, close to Florence, Pisa, Lucca and Viareggio.

Alongside the concert programme, participants can enjoy entertainment activities and traditional Italian food and wine tasting, including cheese and ham. Activities may also include a disco evening.

Participation conditions

Participation rules

There is no age limit. The number of participating groups is limited.

Eligible participants

  • Folklore dance and folk song groups
  • Vocal groups and choirs
  • Orchestras and instrumental ensembles
  • Majorette groups
  • Modern dance, jazz and hip-hop groups
  • Classical and modern ballet groups
  • Schools, academies, clubs and private art schools

Application materials

  • Completed application form
  • Short artistic profile
  • Group photos

Visa & invitations

The organizers can provide invitation letters for sponsors and for obtaining an Italian visa.

Performance and stage requirements

  • Each ensemble should prepare a performance lasting no more than 10 minutes.
  • Live or recorded music may be used.
  • Music files should be sent to the organizers at least two weeks before the festival.

Accommodation & prices

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Booking and payment terms

  • Registration is made by submitting the completed application form.
  • Application deadline: 15 June 2027.
  • A deposit of 30% of the total amount is required.
  • The remaining balance can be paid by bank transfer before arrival or in cash on arrival.

Festival programme

  1. Day 1

    Wednesday 21 July

    Arrival & technical meeting

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      Arrival

    • 14:00

      Hotel check-in

    • 18:00

      Technical meeting with group directors

    • 19:30

      Dinner

  2. Day 2

    Thursday 22 July

    Parade & festival concert

    • —

      Breakfast

    • —

      Free time for excursions

    • —

      Dinner

    • 20:00

      Parade of all participating groups

    • 21:00

      Festival concert, the first of two concerts

  3. Day 3

    Friday 23 July

    Free day & optional excursions

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      Breakfast

    • —

      Free day with optional excursions

    • —

      Dinner

  4. Day 4

    Saturday 24 July

    Gala concert & awards

    • —

      Breakfast

    • —

      Free time for excursions

    • —

      Dinner

    • 21:00

      Gala concert

    • —

      Awards and presentation of a certificate to each participant

  5. Day 5

    Sunday 25 July

    Departure

    • —

      Breakfast

    • —

      Departure

Excursions and transfers

Excursions

Optional visits can be organized to:

  • Florence
  • Pisa
  • Lucca
  • Viareggio
  • Montecatini Alto

Travel and transfers

Airport transfers can be organized on request. Distances listed by Sopravista: Florence Airport — 32 km Bologna Airport — 124 km Milan — 357 km The organizers describe Florence and Pisa as easily accessible from Montecatini.

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XV INTERNATIONAL SUMMER FESTIVAL “MEET THE TRADITION” 2027 2027

21–25 Jul 2027 · Montecatini Terme, Italy · Apply by 21 Feb 2027

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From €185 / person

21–25 Jul 2027

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