International Festival of Dance and Songs
International Folk Dance Festival “St Stephen’s Day”
Kecskemét, Hungary
18 August - 21 August
International Festival of Dance and Songs
International Folk Dance Festival “St Stephen’s Day”
Kecskemét, Hungary
18 August - 21 August
International Festival of Dance and Songs
International Folk Dance Festival “St Stephen’s Day”
Kecskemét, Hungary
18 August - 21 August
International Festival of Dance and Songs
International Folk Dance Festival “St Stephen’s Day”
Kecskemét, Hungary
18 August - 21 August
International Festival of Dance and Songs
International Folk Dance Festival “St Stephen’s Day”
Kecskemét, Hungary
18 August - 21 August
International Festival of Dance and Songs
International Folk Dance Festival “St Stephen’s Day”
Kecskemét, Hungary
18 August - 21 August
International Festival of Dance and Songs
International Folk Dance Festival “St Stephen’s Day”
Kecskemét, Hungary
18 August - 21 August
Overview
20th August is St. Stephen’s Day in Hungary and it is a public holiday. We celebrate the foundation of the Hungarian state 1000 years ago. The new bread is blessed on this day too. Around these days the Hungarians celebrate all around the country with music, dance. Traditional programs, traditional cuisine, fireworks.
This is the 19th festival when folk groups, folk dance groups arriving at our cities from all over the world. During the meeting, the groups will able to communicate through their performances, take part in various games and activities that will reinforce the message of friendship and cooperation.
Accommodation
Participation fee:
from 135 Euro/person
Additional days can be booked on demand (the price depends on the type of accommodation)
Participation fee includes:
- Accommodation:
Student Hostel
135 euro per person - quadruple rooms, common bathroom
3*** Hotel
Aqua Hotel https://aquahotelkecskemet.hu/en/5-star-service-at-3-star-price/
195 euro per person, double rooms, free entry to the local Aquapark
4**** Hotel
Aranyhomok Business City Wellness Hotel ://aranyhomok.accenthotels.com/en
Free use of the swimming pool, jacuzzi, Finnish sauna, infrasauna, aromatherapy steam bath, fitness room (bathrobes are provided in your room).
195 euro per person in triple superior rooms
Supplement for a double room is 10 euro per person per day
Supplement for a single room is 30 euro per person per day
199 Euro per person double standard rooms, supplement for a single room is 25 euro per person per day
Hotel Három Gúnár https://www.hotelharomgunar.hu/en
189 euro per person double superior rooms, supplement for a single room is 18 euro per person per day
- Meals: half board for the whole festival (2 meals/day)
- Diplomas and gifts from the city
- Official invitation
The participation fee does not include:
- Transport
- Insurance
- Tourist tax: 2 Euro/person/day, payment on the spot
Dates
- 18/08/2024 - 21/08/2024
Pricing
18/08 - 21/08
- 4 days (3 nights) = 135 € per person
Itinerary
Participants:
Folklore groups, orchestras, majorettes, modern dance groups, choirs, music bands
from all over the world
The number of the participants are not limited
No age limits
Program:
1st day - 18th August
Occupying the accommodation from 14.00
Meeting with the group leaders and the organizers during the day
Reviewing the next day’s programs
Dinner, free program
2nd day - 19th August
Breakfast
Optional programs (zoo or aquapark in Kecskemét)
From 15.00 arrival at Tápiószőlős
occupying the changing rooms, snacks, and cold beverages
15.45 departure to the location of St Stephen’s Ceremony with the group’s buses
16.00 official ceremony at St Stephen’s Statue, 30 minutes
16.30 marching to the location of the performance
17.00 Performance on stage
Closing ceremony, gifts from the town
Dinner with all participants, live music, party for the participants and the locals
Back to the accommodation
3rd day - 20th August
Breakfast
Optional programs (zoo or aqua park in Kecskemét)
18.00: Performance on stage:
Kecskemét, Szabadság square, the center of the St Stephen’s week in Kecskemét
Closing ceremony, receiving the gift and diplomas from the city and the organizers
Dinner
Participating in the local events, concerts
Firework, party
4th day - 21st August
After breakfast departure.
Application deadline: 15 February 2024
Things to do
Trip Planner
It will be our pleasure to make your trip an unforgettable experience!
We can provide the following services for your group:
- accommodation during the trip (in case you need a sleepover on your way to the chosen destination)
- accommodation during the festival event you attend
- travel and transportation tips and assistance
- purchasing airplane and bus tickets
- organizing transportation for a group or individuals
- assist and advise in the procedure of issuing visas (if needed)
