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XXV INTERNATIONAL MUSIC & DANCE FESTIVAL “DURRES WAVES” 2027

Date:
24–29 Aug 2027 · 6 days / 5 nights
Location:
Durrës, Albania
Categories:
All Performance
Director:
S.S. & WOFA
Application deadline:
15 Nov 2026
Status:
Last 2 days
Price:€149Application Form

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

About the festival

The XXV International Music & Dance Festival “DURRES WAVES” takes place in Durrës, Albania, from 24–29 August 2027.

This non-competitive event brings performers from different countries together for public performances, sightseeing and seaside activities.

Participation conditions

Participation rules

Who Can Participate

  • Folklore dance groups
  • Choirs
  • Orchestras
  • Brass bands
  • Modern dance groups
  • Majorette teams
  • Instrumental groups
  • Soloists
  • Other performing arts groups

Participation Limits

  • Maximum 3 groups per country.
  • Maximum 70 participants per group.

Travel Arrangements

Groups arrange their own arrival and departure transportation.

Performance and stage requirements

  • Folk groups should prepare at least 2 dances.
  • Each dance or performance block should last approximately 10–15 minutes.
  • Choirs should prepare approximately 15 minutes.

Festival programme

  1. Day 1

    Tuesday 24 August

    Arrival in Durrës

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      24 August 2027: Arrival of participating groups in Durrës, hotel check-in and accommodation.

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      Free time and beach activities.

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      Dinner at the hotel and welcome meeting with group leaders.

  2. Day 2

    Wednesday 25 August

    Beach Time / Optional Activities

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      25 August 2027: Breakfast at the hotel.

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      Free time at the beach or optional sightseeing activities in Durrës.

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      Dinner at the hotel.

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      Evening: Meeting with the festival director and group representatives.

  3. Day 3

    Thursday 26 August

    Krujë & Festival Evening

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      26 August 2027: Breakfast at the hotel.

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      Optional excursion to Krujë or free time in Durrës.

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      Dinner at the hotel.

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      Evening: Festival Evening Performance with participating groups.

  4. Day 4

    Friday 27 August

    Dance Workshop / Free Time

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      27 August 2027: Breakfast at the hotel.

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      Free time at the beach.

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      Optional dance workshop and cultural exchange activities.

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      Dinner at the hotel.

  5. Day 5

    Saturday 28 August

    Extended Stay / Leisure Day

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      28 August 2027: Breakfast at the hotel.

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      Free time, beach activities or optional excursions depending on the group package.

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      Dinner at the hotel.

  6. Day 6

    Sunday 29 August

    Departure

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      29 August 2027: Breakfast at the hotel.

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      Check-out and departure of participating groups.

Excursions and transfers

Excursions

Optional Excursions

1. Kruja – Historical City Tour

Discover Kruja Castle, the Skanderbeg Museum, and the traditional Old Bazaar, famous for its local handicrafts, historical atmosphere, and panoramic views.

2. Berat – City of a Thousand Windows

Explore Berat Castle, traditional Ottoman architecture, the historic Mangalem and Gorica neighborhoods, and the famous Gorica Bridge.

3. Tirana – Capital City Sightseeing

Explore Albania's vibrant capital, including Skanderbeg Square, Et'hem Bey Mosque, the New Bazaar, and the city's main cultural attractions.

4. Divjakë–Karavasta National Park

Discover Albania's beautiful lagoon ecosystem, peaceful pine forests, panoramic observation points, and natural wildlife, including the Dalmatian pelican.

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Apply for this festival

XXV INTERNATIONAL MUSIC & DANCE FESTIVAL “DURRES WAVES” 2027

24–29 Aug 2027 · Durrës, Albania · Apply by 15 Nov 2026

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From €149 / person

24–29 Aug 2027

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