Overview

Malta, with its strategic position at the center of the Mediterranean Sea, has always been a crossroad for exchanges of cultural diversity, also due to so many Nations who have ruled over this country throughout its history. This is why the island's folklore tradition is very old, strong, and widespread. The aim of this International Festival is to make sure that the different folk traditions from all over the World meet up in Malta, for reciprocal cultural exchange and enrichment.

Malta is also definitely one of the most important countries in Europe’s tourism sector. Rich in history and charm, with a great sense of hospitality towards visitors and above all with a warm temperate climate. During the free time, participating groups will have the chance to relax and explore the various unique cities and villages of this magical island full of history. Hence we would like to invite you to discover this reality, perhaps at the most beautiful time of the year.

Accommodation

FESTIVAL PACKAGE PRICES - 3 NIGHTS ON BB
In multiple room per person (triple and quadruple room) €190
In double room per person €205
Single room supplement per person €60
Children up to 12 years old in room with two adults €165
Half board supplement per day (lunch or dinner, water included) €15
Children up to 3 years: Free

For extra persons, who are not performers (friends, family, etc) there is a €5 supplement per person per night.

This Package includes:
• 3 nights accommodation in a 3 star standard Hotel
• Daily breakfast
• Tourist tax
• Transfers from the Airport/ Harbour to the Hotel – arrival and departure
• Transfers from Hotel for all performances
• Assistance by our personnel
• Festival registration

FESTIVAL PACKAGE PRICES - 4 NIGHTS ON BB
In multiple room per person (triple and quadruple room) €230
In double room per person €250
Single room supplement per person €80
Children up to 12 years old in room with two adults €180
Half board supplement per day (lunch or dinner, water included) €15
Children up to 3 years: Free

For extra persons, who are not performers (friends, family, etc) there is a €5 supplement per person per night.

These Packages include:
• 4 nights accommodation in a 3-star standard Hotel in the touristic area
• Daily Breakfast
• Tourist tax
• Transfers from the Airport/ Harbour to the Hotel – arrival, and departure
• Transfers from Hotel for all performances
• Assistance by our personnel
• Festival registration fee

If due to flight itineraries, or else if you prefer so, you will have to spend extra nights, arrangements can be done.

Included in this package/price is one transfer for the group to & from the airport to the hotel. No transfers can be made for participants arriving at different times but we can arrange them upon request.

Each group is responsible for airfare/transportation to Malta.

Participating groups should take the Festival accommodation packages.

Extra nights have a cost of €40 per person per night, BB accommodation (bed and breakfast).

Dates

  • 27/09/2024 - 29/09/2024

Pricing

27/09 - 29/09
  • 4 days (3 nights) = 190 € per person

Itinerary

The first two editions of this festival were a huge success with the participation of several groups from several European countries, such as Italy, Austria, Spain, Estonia, India, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Serbia, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Turkey, Russia, and of course from Malta and Gozo.

During the 4 days of this International Festival, parades and performances will be held in various locations around the island of Malta. The artistic program consists of outdoor parades and standing performances.
During the parades, the groups will perform with their own instruments. During  the standstill performances, which will be held in the main squares, the Organisation will provide the audio system, compatible with CD and pen drive and 5 microphones to amplify the various instruments/voice (if these are required)

DRAFT FESTIVAL PROGRAM

1st day - 27th September
The arrival of all International folklore groups in Malta. Transfers from the Airport to the Hotel, situated at Bugibba/Qawra/St.Paul’s Bay/St. Julian’s – the most touristic venues of the island.
In the evening, all groups will perform in a particular town, together with Maltese folk groups.

2nd day - 28th September
In the morning, groups can opt for an optional cultural excursion to one of the most beautiful places of Malta.
In the evening, all groups will perform in another Maltese town, together with Maltese folk groups.

3rd day - 29th September
In the morning, all International Groups will parade along the main streets of the capital city of Malta – Valletta.
Following the Parade, there will be presentations to all participant groups by the Maltese Authorities and the Festival Organisation.

4th day - 30th September
Departures of all International Folk Groups.

If a group has an early arrival or a late departure, we can organize other optional cultural excursions, such as the ones to the Three Cities, Mdina – the old capital of Malta or else to Marsaxlokk – The fishing village… and other wonderful locations.

The program of performances can be adapted in due course. The final program can be issued only after having confirmation from all participating groups including also the Malta ones.

The application deadline is 30th June 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)

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