Overview

Paris, France's capital, is a major European city and a global center for art, fashion, gastronomy, and culture. Its 19th-century cityscape is crisscrossed by wide boulevards and the River Seine. Beyond such landmarks as the Eiffel Tower and the 12th-century, Gothic Notre-Dame cathedral, the city is known for its cafe culture and designer boutiques along the Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré.

Accommodation

FESTIVAL PRICE: 175 EUR per person

INCLUDED IN THE PRICE:

  • 3 overnights in hotel in the nearest suburbs of PARIS 
  • All participants are being accommodated in hotels like IBIS Budget, IBIS Rouge, IBIS Styles, CAMPANILLE and B&B which are situated in nearest suburbs of Paris. 
  • Accommodation in TRPL and DBL/TWIN for group leaders, drivers and teachers 
  • Meals: BREAKFAST BOARD (3x buffet breakfast)

OBLIGATORY PARTICIPATION FEE:

  • MEMBERS OF ART GROUPS – 15 EURO per participant / main discipline
  • SMALL FORMS (up to 10 performers) – 20 EURO per participant / main discipline
  • TRIOS and QUARTETS – 30 EURO per participant / main discipline
  • SOLOISTS and DUETS – 50 EURO per person / main discipline
  • VISUAL ARTS participants – 10 EURO per participant

FOR PARTICIPATION IN ADDITIONAL DISCIPLINES:
- ART GROUPS pay extra 5 EURO per participant / 1 additional discipline
- SOLOISTS and DUETS pay extra 20 EURO per participant / 1 additional discipline

PARTICIPATION FEE INCLUDES:

  • OFFICIAL LETTER OF INVITATION and other documents 
  • PERFORMACE IN COMPETITIVE & FESTIVAL PROGRAM 
  • DIPLOMAS, PRIZES 
  • MEDALS FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS 

NOT INCLUDED INTO THE FESTIVAL PRICE / EXTRA PAYMENT: 

  • CITY TAX in the amount from 4,50 Euro to 8 Euro per night depending on the district of hotel’s location is paid separately before arrival on basis of the hotel 
  • Extra nights in hotel on BB: 55 EUR per person a night 
  • Extra payment for DBL accommodation: + 25 EUR per person to Festival price 
  • Extra payment for SNGL accommodation: +120 EUR per person to Festival price 
  • LUNCHES in PARIS: 15-19 EURO per person / 1 lunch 
  • TRANSFERS IN PARIS: from hotel to Concert Hall and back, from Airport to hotel and back 
  • TRANSPORTATION SERVICES in PARIS 
  • Travel expenses (COVID PASS, transportation of participants to / from Paris, travel insurance, entrance visa to France for participants from non-Schengen countries), transfers in Paris and France, bus parking, lunches and dinners, entrance tickets to sightseeing objects, tickets to public traffic, optional excursions 
  • The organizing Committee could help with making reservations of tickets for DISNEYLAND, EIFFEL TOWER, MUSEUM OF LOUVRE if all COVID requirements are fulfilled, transportation services and other services on demand 

DISCOUNTS: every 25th person in the group is free of charge (24 paying participants + 1 free) 

Dates

  • 07/05/2025 - 10/05/2025

Pricing

07/05 - 10/05
  • 4 days (3 nights) = 175 € per person

Itinerary

33rd International Competition & Festival of Folklore, Dance and Music ‘’ETOILES DE PARIS" is determined for soloists, ensembles and groups of young performers from different countries of the world. The competitive program of the participants is approved by the Organizing Committee on the basis of applications received. The schedule of the competitive programme for all participants is determined in advance and depends on the age of the participants. All participants should prepare a competitive program within the time limits specified for each competitive discipline 

PERFORMANCE TIME LIMITS:

  • FOLKLORE GROUPS – up to 8 minutes for 1 performance in main competitive discipline
  • DANCE GROUPS – up to 8 minutes / max. 3 dances
  • VOCAL GROUPS / CHORAL FORMATION / CHOIRS – up to 8 minutes 
  • ORCHESTRAS / MUSIC BANDS – up to 8 minutes
  • THEATERS – up to 8 minutes for 1 performance in main competitive discipline
  • FASHION THEATERS & MODELS SCHOOLS – up to 8 minutes
  • SMALL FORMS (up to 10 performers) – up to 7 minutes
  • TRIOS & QUARTETS – up to 5 minutes in main competitive discipline
  • SOLOISTS & DUETS – up to 5 minutes in main competitive discipline

AGE CATEGORIES: 

  • MINI KIDS – from 6 to 8 years 
  • CHILDREN – from 9 to 12 years 
  • JUNIORS 1 – from 13 to 15 years 
  • JUNIORS 2 – from 16 to 18 years 
  • ADULTS 1 – from 19 years to 25 years 
  • ADULTS 2 – from 26 years and older 
  • SENIORS – from 50 years and older 
  • MIXED AGE GROUPS 

The jury evaluates the skills of the participants during the competitive performance in each competitive discipline and in each age category in accordance with the 10-points evaluation 

systems. Results of the art competition and festival are being summed up by the end of all competitive performances. 

AWARDS:

The Organizing Committee awards diplomas of participation, diplomas of Laureate of the 1st, 2nd and 3rd grades, Winner of the Grand Prix and festival medals to all participants. Ensembles and groups of 3 or more persons receive one big cup or trophy of the festival and Diploma, soloists and duets receive one small cup or trophy of the festival and Diploma. The absolute Winner of the festival receives the Grand Prix of the festival and Diploma Grand Prix. All teachers, choreographers, group and ensemble leaders also receive the Diplomas of Festival. 

THE MAIN TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

ALL AUDIO SOUND RECORDS FOR COMPETITIVE AND FESTIVAL PROGRAM MUST BE SENT TO THE ORGANIZING COMMITTEE BY EMAIL AT LEAST 14 DAYS BEFORE PARTICIPATION. 

All audio sound records for the competitive program must be recorded only in the usual audio format. All audio sound records must be of high quality, with clean editing and cuts. The participants must inform the Organizer if the music stops and starts again after pause or contains silence within the musical composition.

Things to do

1. DISNEYLAND (most requested)

Disneyland Park, with its fairy-tale magic and immersive lands of wonder, or the Walt Disney Studios park, where the worlds of Disney, Pixar, and Marvel bring the enchantment of movies to life

2. Eiffel Tower Tour

Immerse yourself in the magnificence of the Eiffel Tower, a timeless symbol of Paris' allure

3. Cruise through Seine River

See the iconic sights of Paris from the water, illuminated for the evening

4. Louvre Museum

The Louvre Museum in Paris is one of the biggest and most visited art museums in the world. Explore at your own pace while seeing the Louvre’s famous artworks, including 'Venus de Milo', 'La Gioconda', and the 'Mona Lisa'

5. Giverny Monet's House and Gardens

When in Paris, don’t miss the chance to visit Giverny Monet’s house and gardens

 

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)

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