Pula - is a charming historic city at the southern tip of the Istrian peninsula in Croatia, renowned for its rich history, Mediterranean atmosphere and remarkably well-preserved Roman heritage. Pula offers visitors a unique blend of ancient monuments, beautiful coastline, vibrant city life and cultural attractions. The symbol of Pula is the magnificent Roman Amphitheatre, one of the best-preserved ancient arenas in the world and one of Croatia’s most impressive landmarks.
The International Festival of dance and songs “Pula Fest” is a non-competitive festival of traditional and modern dances and songs performed by groups. At the festival may participate children and youth folklore dance groups, modern dance groups, choirs, as well as groups and performers from other art styles with minimum 10 persons on the stage. The age of participants is not limited.
During the Festival each group will have one performance in Pula according to the program of the festival. Groups should bring flag and a sign with the name of the group for the parade.
Participants will stay in Hotel Duga Uvala 3*, few minutes from the beach.
For additional room requests, the charges are as follows:
For every 25 participants, the 26th participant stays free.
Transfers:
The festival organizers will arrange transportation for groups arriving by plane, including airport transfers to and from Thassos. The cost of this transportation will depend on the number of participants and will be agreed upon separately.
Bus Parking:
Groups arriving by bus can use their own transport during the festival and for local journeys around Potos and other areas of Thassos. Parking fees are the responsibility of the group and are paid directly at the parking facility.
Payment Details:
The final participant list must be submitted 30 days before the festival start date. Deposits are non-refundable after this date.
25.07. – 29.07.2027
2 Open Air Concerts with Professional Sound System
Hotel Duga Uvala 3* - Half Board Basis with 2 meals per day
4 nights – 259€ per person
For every 25 participants, the 26th participant stays free.
1,6 € per person/per night (paying from 18 years old)
Prices for 2026. New prices in March 2027
Application deadline is 10.11.2026. Appply now pay later!
* Each group must send us music, by email, 30 days before the start of the festival.
* Excursions are optional and not included in the price.
* The Organizer reserves the right to change the program, and the participants will be informed on time.
* The copyright of all video materials and pictures are ownership of the Organization of the Festival.
*IN THE CASE OF PRICE INCREASE DUE TO THE GLOBAL CRISIS, WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO ADJUST THE FESTIVAL PRICES
Check out our program here.
Arrival and Check-in in Hotel
Dinner
Leaders Cocktail (2 leaders per group maximum)
Breakfast Free time for the beach or to visit Brijuni National park (https://np-brijuni.hr/en) , Rovinj,...
Dinner
General rehearsal in the hotel (you may wear the costume, but it is not required)
Party for all participants!!!
Breakfast Free time for the beach
Lunch
Departure from the hotel for the parade in Pula (please be ready in your costumes)
Parade
Concert in the central city square, where artistic performances have been held for decades. Certificates awarding ceremony
Breakfast Free time for the beach or to visit Brijuni National park (https://np-brijuni.hr/en) , Rovinj,...
Dinner
LET’S DANCE INTERNATIONAL (Each country should prepare 3 minutes (per country) of fun traditional dances to teach the other groups) Party for all participants!!!
Breakfast
Departure of the groups after the breakfast
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We can provide the following services for your group:
The groups should pay the travel expenses by themselves to Belgrade and back.
The groups coming by bus can use their own transport all the time during the festival and the small journeys around the city. Any expense caused by the usage of the bus (accident, robbing, breakdown, etc.) should be covered by the vehicle’s insurance. Each member must have travel insurance policy.
Parking for the bus is free.
The festival organizers will organize the transport for the groups coming by plane by picking them up from Airport, and back to the same airport. The cost of the transportation will be covered by the group and will be additionally agreed according to their number.