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XX INTERNATIONAL MUSIC & DANCE FESTIVAL “BUDVA MUSIC FESTIVAL” 2027

Date:
4–8 Jun 2027 · 5 days / 4 nights
Location:
Budva, Montenegro
Categories:
All Performance
Director:
S.S. & WOFA
Application deadline:
15 Nov 2026
Status:
Last 2 days

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

About the festival

The XXII International Music & Dance Festival “Budva Music Festival” takes place from 4 to 8 June 2027 in Budva, Montenegro, with activities connected to Kotor and Herceg Novi.

This non-competitive festival combines evening performances with free daytime hours for sightseeing, beach time and optional excursions.

Participation conditions

Participation rules

Folklore ensembles, modern dance groups, choirs, orchestras, brass bands and majorette teams may participate.

  • Children’s ensembles: at least two-thirds of participants must be 16 or younger.
  • Youth ensembles: at least two-thirds must be 25 or younger.
  • Adult ensembles: at least one-third must be older than 25.
  • Maximum 70 members per group.
  • Maximum 3 groups per country.
  • Family members may join at the same price.
  • Groups must send a short CV in English and 5 group photos.
  • Each group should bring its national flag.
  • Groups arrange their own arrival and departure transport.

Health Insurance

Personal responsibility and health insurance are required.

Performance and stage requirements

  • Each ensemble should prepare at least 2 dances/performances of 10–15 minutes each.
  • USB playback or a live orchestra is allowed.
  • The festival takes place at an exclusive Old Town location in Budva, where a stage is not permitted.

Festival programme

  1. Day 1

    Friday 4 June

    Arrival

    • 13:00

      Arrival in Budva, hotel accommodation and free time.

    • 19:00–20:00

      Dinner.

    • 21:00

      Welcome reception with group leaders.

  2. Day 2

    Saturday 5 June

    Budva & Festival Evening

    • 08:00–10:00

      Breakfast.

    • 10:00–14:00

      Budva sightseeing with a local guide and boat cruise to Sveti Stefan.

    • 17:30–19:00

      Dinner.

    • 20:00–22:00

      Festival Evening – 5 June.

  3. Day 3

    Sunday 6 June

    Kotor / Dubrovnik / Beach

    • 09:00–10:00

      Breakfast.

    • 10:00–18:00

      Optional visit to Kotor with a tour guide, Dubrovnik, or free beach time.

    • 18:00–19:00

      Dinner.

    • 20:00–23:00

      Free time.

  4. Day 4

    Monday 7 June

    Optional Excursions

    • 08:00–10:00

      Breakfast.

    • 10:00–18:00

      Optional Kotor, Herceg Novi, Boka Kotorska Bay boat trip, Dubrovnik, Sveti Stefan boat trip, Aqua Park or beach time.

    • 19:00–21:00

      Dinner.

    • 21:00

      Free evening / optional disco or restaurant.

  5. Day 5

    Tuesday 8 June

    Departure

    • 09:00

      Breakfast.

    • 11:00

      Departure.

  6. Day 6

    Wednesday 9 June

    Extended Stay

    • 08:00–10:00

      Breakfast.

    • 10:00–16:00

      Beach time and free activities.

    • 19:00–20:00

      Dinner.

    • 21:00–00:00

      Disco party.

  7. Day 7

    Thursday 10 June

    Departure

    • 08:00–10:00

      Breakfast.

    • 11:00

      Departure.

Excursions and transfers

Excursions

Optional Excursions

  • Ostrog Orthodox Monastery: Visit one of the Balkans’ most famous Orthodox pilgrimage sites, built dramatically into the cliffs.
  • Tara River Canyon: Explore one of Europe’s most impressive river canyons, with dramatic viewpoints and untouched nature.
  • Shkodra Lake with lunch: Discover the lake, enjoy a traditional lunch and scenic surroundings.
  • Shkodra Lake with boat ride: Enjoy a relaxing boat trip with panoramic views.
  • Kotor with boat ride: Cruise through the Bay of Kotor and explore the UNESCO-listed Old Town.
  • Kotor without boat ride: Walk through the historic centre and discover its medieval atmosphere.
  • Kotor Cable Car: Enjoy panoramic views over the Bay of Kotor.

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XX INTERNATIONAL MUSIC & DANCE FESTIVAL “BUDVA MUSIC FESTIVAL” 2027

4–8 Jun 2027 · Budva, Montenegro · Apply by 15 Nov 2026

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From €125 / person

4–8 Jun 2027

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