International Festival of Dance and Songs
International Competition and Folklore, Dance and Music Festival “Rimini Fest”
Rimini, Italy
15 June - 19 June
International Festival of Dance and Songs
International Competition and Folklore, Dance and Music Festival “Rimini Fest”
Rimini, Italy
15 June - 19 June
International Festival of Dance and Songs
International Competition and Folklore, Dance and Music Festival “Rimini Fest”
Rimini, Italy
15 June - 19 June
Overview
Rimini is a city on the Adriatic coast, in Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region. It's known for its beachside nightclubs and shallow waters. South of the center, the Malatestiano Temple is a 15th-century reconstruction of an old Franciscan church, now a mausoleum for Sigismondo Pandolfo Malatesta, a local nobleman. Nearby, the Malatesta-built Castel Sismondo is a medieval fortress now used for cultural events.
Accommodation
FESTIVAL PRICE:
4 NIGHTS HB – 200 EURO per person
5 NIGHTS HB – 240 EURO per person
INCLUDED:
4 or 5 overnights in RIMINI in hotel cat. 3*on basis HB (buffet breakfast and dinner).
Accommodation in QDRPL, TRPL for participants and DBL/TWIN (max. 2 per group) for group leaders and drivers without extra payment.
PARTICIPATION FEE:
- MEMBERS OF ART GROUPS – 25 EURO per participant / main discipline
- TRIOS and QUARTETS – 45 EURO per participant / main discipline
- SOLOISTS and DUETS – 65 EURO per participant / main discipline
PARTICIPATION IN ADDITIONAL DISCIPLINES:
- ART GROUPS pay extra 5 EURO per participant / 1 additional discipline
- SOLOISTS and DUETS pay extra 10 EURO per participant / 1 additional discipline
PARTICIPATION FEE includes
- OFFICIAL INVITATIONS
- REGISTRATION FOR PERFORMANCES IN COMPETITIVE AND FESTIVAL PROGRAMS, DIPLOMAS
- PRIZES and MEDALS FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS
ADDITIONAL / EXTRA PAYMENT:
EXTRA PAYMENT – CITY TAX RIMINI: Rimini Tourist Tax in amount of 3 EURO per person a night must be paid upon arrival (exception for children under 14)
EXTRA OVERNIGHT IN HOTEL: 45 EURO per person a night with HB
EXTRA PAYMENT FOR DBL / TWIN ACCOMMODATION: +15 EURO per person per night to Festival price
EXTRA PAYMENT FOR SNGL ACCOMMODATION: +25 EURO per person per person per night to Festival price
EXTRA PAYMENT FOR BEACH SERVICE: approximately 25-30 EURO per 1 umbrella and 2 sunbeds. There are free municipal beaches No. 1 and No. 79 in Rimini.
Travel expenses (COVID PASS, PCR tests, transportation of participants to / from Rimini, travel insurance, entrance visa to Italy for participants from non-Schengen countries), transfers in Rimini, lunches, entrance tickets to sightseeing objects, tickets to public traffic, optional excursions
DISCOUNTS: every 25th person in the group is free of charge (24 paying participants + 1 free)
Dates
- 15/06/2025 - 19/06/2025
- 15/06/2025 - 20/06/2025
Pricing
15/06 - 19/06
- 5 days (4 nights) = 200 € per person
15/06 - 20/06
- 6 days (5 nights) = 240 € per person
Itinerary
22nd International Competition and Folklore, Dance and Music Festival “RIMINI FEST” 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 THE COMPETITIVE PROGRAM MUST BE SENT TO THE ORGANIZING COMMITTEE BY EMAIL at least 14 days before arrival. 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.
FESTIVAL PROGRAM 4 nights / 5 nights:
1st day, JUNE 15, 2025
– Arrival to Rimini (Italy), self-transportation to the hotel.
- At 15:00 – check-in and accommodation at the hotel. Relax on the beach.
- At 20:00 p.m. – dinner in the hotel. Overnight in RIMINI.
2nd day, JUNE 16, 2025
– Breakfast in the hotel. A whole day trip to MIRABILANDIA – Italian amusement park, located near RAVENNA. It has an area of 30 hectares, with an additional water world area of 10 hectares. The most notable attractions are the “Katun” inverted roller coaster and the “iSpeed” launched coaster. It houses the 90 meter tall Euro-wheel, Europe's second tallest Ferris wheel (entrance ticket to the MIRABILANDIA PARK for participants of RIMINI FEST is for special discounted price – 27,-EURO per person + 13,-EURO per person/ transportation).
- Return to RIMINI.
- At 20:00 p.m. – dinner in the hotel. Overnight in RIMINI.
3rd day, JUNE 17, 2025
– Breakfast in the hotel.
- FESTIVAL DAY PROGRAMME: stage testing, sound check, general rehearsal. OPENING CEREMONY in the MUNICIPAL THEATER OF RIMINI, performances of the participants. GALA CONCERT of WINNERS and AWARD CEREMONY.
- Return to the hotel.
- At 21:00 p.m. – dinner in the hotel. Overnight in RIMINI.
4th day, JUNE 18, 2025
– Breakfast in the hotel. Relax on the beach.
- At 19:30 – dinner in the hotel.
- At 21:00 – FESTIVAL CONCERT ON THE OPEN-AIR STAGE OF RIMINI.
5th day, JUNE 19, 2025
– Breakfast in the hotel.
- At 20:00 p.m. – dinner in the hotel.
Optional: A trips to Republic of San Marino, Rome, Florence, Verona or Venice. Optional: in the evening – fascinating boat cruise along the Adriatic coast of Rimini!
6th day, JUNE 20, 2025
– Breakfast. Check out from the hotel. Departure from Rimini
Things to do
1. Mirabilandia
Mirabilandia is a 210-acre theme park, located in Savio, Italy, a frazione of Ravenna, which is located in Emilia-Romagna. With a total area of 850,000 square metres, it is the biggest park in Italy
2. Republic of San Marino
San Marino is a mountainous microstate surrounded by north-central Italy. Among the world’s oldest republics, it retains much of its historic architecture
3. Visit Venice
Venice, the capital of northern Italy’s Veneto region, is built on more than 100 small islands in a lagoon in the Adriatic Sea. It has no roads, just canals – including the Grand Canal thoroughfare – lined with Renaissance and Gothic palaces.
4. Visit Rome
With its unparalleled history, Rome is the 3rd most visited city in Europe and the 14th worldwide. It attracts visitors from all over the world
5. Visit Florence
Florence is known for some of its popular attractions, which include: Piazzale Michelangelo · Mercato Centrale · Gallerie Degli Uffizi · Galleria dell'Accademia and many more
6. Rimini beaches
Sandy beaches along the Adriatic Sea in Rimini, lined with restaurants, bars, and sun loungers.
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)
