Overview

Paralia- Coastline with lively atmosphere

Paralia (Greek: Παραλία) is a tourist seaside village and a former municipality in the eastern part of the Pieria regional unit, Greece. Since the 2011 local government reform it is part of the municipality Katerini, of which it is a municipal unit. The seat of the municipality was in Kallithea. The 2011 census reported a population of 1,124 for the village of Paralia, and 6,803 for the municipal unit. The community of Paralia covers an area of 1,849 km2. This idyllic, exotic and remote seaside place is the ideal escape for those who like long sandy beaches, relaxation and enjoyment. It is a destination designed to offer everything you need for the perfect vacation. In the evenings you can walk the streets of Paralia and enjoy the light of many shops, inviting you to forget about your worries and cares and to enjoy the colors and the glitter of all of the nice things that you can buy

 

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)

Accommodation

Participation Fee:

  • 129 Euro for 3 HB per person (3 nights with 2 meals per day)
  • 169 Euro for 4 HB per person (4 nights with 2 meals per day)

It covers hotel accommodation (leaders and drivers in 2 double rooms and others in multiple rooms) with 2 meals per day in apartments or basic hotel categories in Paralia or Olympic Beach in Greece.

*On your request we can arrange better quality hotel accommodation for different prices.

  • Additional payment 8eur per room per day for air conditioner 
  • Addition day can be booked for 42 euro/person/day
  • Groups of 25 persons: One group leader free of charge!
  • City tax is not included in the price 1eur per person per day city tax *(if law changes in February there may be small difference at the amount of the city tax per person)

Participation Fee Includes: 

  • Participation in 2 festival concerts,
  • Accommodation in Apartments or Basic Hotel categories, 
  • Half board accommodation,
  • Welcome meeting with the leaders of the groups,
  • Souvenir and gift for each group,
  • Certificate for attendance,
  • Party with all participants at the final night of the festival.. 

Participation Fee does not include: 

  • Transport
  • Optional Programs
  • Insurance and city tax 
  • What is not specified in the above mentioned “the fee includes”

 

Dates

  • 12/06/2026 - 16/06/2026

Pricing

12/06 - 16/06
  • 5 days (4 nights) = 169 € per person

Itinerary

General rules for participation: 

  • In the festival can participate folklore groups, orchestras, majorettes, modern dance groups, choirs, music bands from all over the world.
  • Non-competitive sample of traditional and modern dances, choral groups, majorette teams, orchestras, brass bands.
  • Any group willing to participate must submit an Application form. All filled in and signed applications will mean acceptance of the terms laid by the present regulation. 
  • Ensemble should have prepared at least 2 dances, 10-15 minutes each with USB or orchestra. The performances will be in the evening hours so you can plan the day ahead and use it for visiting the historical part of the city.
  • To send us short CV and 2 – 3 photos of the group by e-mail.
  • Until 10th of May 2026 each group should send the list of participants, name/surname, sex, date of birth and passport number.
  • To take a flag of the country and table of the ensemble
  • Folklore groups should have their own transport for arrival and departure

 

DRAFT FESTIVAL PROGRAM:

12 June 2026

  • 14.00 Arriving in Paralia, meeting with the festival representatives and accommodation, free time (beach time)
  • 18.00 – 20.00 Diner in hotel
  • 21.00 Meeting separately with each groups leaders about the festival program

13 June 2026

  • 08.00 – 10.00 Breakfast 
  • 11.00 – 16.00 Boat excursion in the blue waters of Thermaikos Gulf (optional)
  • 17.00 – 18.00 Diner in hotel
  • 19.00 Ensemble parade and Official festival evening 

14 June 2026

  • 08.00 – 10.00 Breakfast 
  • 10.00 – 15.00 Meteori excursion with organized local tour guides, 210km OW – (one of the largest and most important complex of Greek Orthodox monasteries in Greece, build on natural sandstone rock pillars). Each group will go with their own bus. (optional) or free beach time
  • 17.00 – 18.00 Diner in hotel
  • 19.30 Second festival evening (optional)

15 June 2026

  • 08.00 – 10.00 Breakfast 
  • 10.00 – Thessaloniki sightseeing with organized local tour guides, 99km OW (Optional) visiting the city filled with unique landmarks, white tower, many Byzantine churches, Aristotelous square etc. or time for individual activities (beach time, shopping…
  • 19.00 – 20.00 Diner in hotel
  • 21.00 Closing ceremony of the festival – certificates and presents for ensembles by organizer, exchange presents between leaders of ensembles and final party with all participants… 

16 June 2026

  • 08.00 – 09.00 Breakfast 
  • 09.00 Departure

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