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XXIV INTERNATIONAL MUSIC & DANCE FESTIVAL “JADRANSKO MORE ” 2027

Date:
9–13 Sep 2027 · 5 days / 4 nights
Location:
Budva, Montenegro
Categories:
All Performance
Director:
Z.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 XXIV International Music & Dance Festival “Jadransko More” 2027 takes place in Budva, Montenegro. It celebrates the cultural traditions of different countries and creates opportunities for friendship through music and dance.

Participation conditions

Participation rules

Who Can Participate

  • Open to folklore groups, ballroom dance teams, modern dance groups, vocal groups, instrumental groups, soloists, choirs, brass bands, orchestras and majorette teams.
  • A maximum of 3 groups per country may participate.
  • Groups must have 20–60 members, including dancers, managers and musicians.
  • Children’s ensembles: two-thirds of members must be aged 16 or younger.
  • Youth ensembles: two-thirds of members must be aged 25 or younger.
  • Adult ensembles: at least one-third of members must be older than 25.

Application & Preparation

  • Submit a short CV in English of 5–6 sentences and 3 group photos.
  • Each group must bring its national flag.
  • Groups arrange their own arrival and departure transportation.

Health Insurance & Responsibility

Personal responsibility and health insurance are required.

Performance and stage requirements

  • Each group should prepare at least 2 dances or performances, with a total programme of 12–15 minutes.
  • Live orchestra or USB playback is allowed.
  • Due to the exclusive location in the Old Town of Budva, a stage is not allowed.

Festival programme

  1. Day 1

    Thursday 9 September

    Arrival & Welcome Reception

    • 13:00

      Arrival and hotel accommodation.

    • 19:00–20:00

      Dinner.

    • 20:00

      Welcome reception with group leaders.

  2. Day 2

    Friday 10 September

    Beach & Optional Sightseeing

    • 08:00–10:00

      Breakfast.

    • 10:00–14:00

      Beach time or optional Bar sightseeing.

    • 18:00–19:30

      Dinner.

    • 20:00–23:30

      Free time.

  3. Day 3

    Saturday 11 September

    Excursions & Festival Evening

    • 08:00–10:00

      Breakfast.

    • 10:00–18:00

      Beach time or optional excursions.

    • 18:00–19:00

      Dinner.

    • 19:30–21:00

      Festival Evening.

  4. Day 4

    Sunday 12 September

    Free Activities & Festival Evening

    • 09:00–10:00

      Breakfast.

    • 11:00–16:00

      Beach time and free activities.

    • 19:00–20:00

      Dinner.

    • 21:00

      Festival Evening.

  5. Day 5

    Monday 13 September

    Departure

    • 09:00–10:00

      Breakfast.

    • 11:00

      Departure of participants.

Excursions and transfers

Excursions

Optional Excursions

  • Ostrog Orthodox Monastery: Visit one of the most famous pilgrimage sites in the Balkans, dramatically built into a cliff.
  • Tara River Canyon: Explore one of Europe’s most impressive canyons, with panoramic viewpoints and untouched nature.
  • Shkodra Lake with Lunch: Discover the lake and enjoy a traditional lunch by the water.
  • Shkodra Lake + 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: Discover Kotor’s medieval historic centre.
  • Kotor Cable Car Adventure: Enjoy spectacular panoramic views over the Bay of Kotor.

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XXIV INTERNATIONAL MUSIC & DANCE FESTIVAL “JADRANSKO MORE ” 2027

9–13 Sep 2027 · Budva, Montenegro · Apply by 15 Nov 2026

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From €115 / person

9–13 Sep 2027

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