Overview

We are thrilled to invite you and your talented group to participate in the V. St. Ivan’s Days Festival, set against the breathtaking backdrop of Lake Balaton in Keszthely, Hungary. This festival is a celebration of culture, music, dance, and community, and
we want you to be a part of it!

Don't miss this unique opportunity to showcase your talent, immerse yourself in the beauty of Lake Balaton, and experience the warm hospitality of Hungary. We can't wait to welcome you and your group to the V. St. Ivan’s Days Festival.

Lake Balaton
Known as the "Hungarian Sea" Lake Balaton is a jewel of Transdanubia, offering 50 miles of crystal-clear green-yellow water. It's Hungary's largest lake and a beloved destination for both locals and visitors. The region around Lake Balaton boasts diverse landscapes, gentle hills, flat plains, rivers, and lakes.

Keszthely
Keszthely, a charming city on the western edge of Lake Balaton, is the ideal location for our festival. It offers small, shallow beaches, a vibrant yet relaxed atmosphere, and numerous museums and historical buildings to explore. Don't miss the Festetics Palace, a lavish baroque residence fit for royalty.

Accommodation

Participation fee
Youth Hostel
149 euro per person, quadruple rooms, shared bathroom
• Supplement for a double room is 10 euro per person per day (maximum 2 double rooms per group)

4**** Hotel
Admirál Family Resort ( https://admiralpanzio.hu/en )
175 euro per person in triple, quadruple rooms
•Supplement for a double room is 15 euro per person per day
Kristály Hotel ( https://kristalyhotel.hu/en )
195 euro per person in triple rooms
•Supplement for a double room is 8 euro per person per day
Additional days can be booked on demand (the price depends on the type of accommodation)

Participation includes:
Participation in the festival concerts (2 performances)
Accommodation
Half-board
Diplomas, gifts
Organization expenses
Free entry to the local beach

The participation fee does not include:
Transport
Optional programs
Insurance
Tourist tax: 2 €/person/day, payment on the spot at the accommodation

Dates

  • 21/06/2024 - 24/06/2024

Pricing

21/06 - 24/06
  • 4 days (3 nights) = 149 € per person

Itinerary

Participants:
Folklore groups, orchestras, majorettes, modern dance groups, music bands from all over the world
The number of participants is not limited
No age limits
The number of seats is limited!

Program:

1st day - 21st June
Afternoon arrival at the Hotel, meeting with group leaders and festival organizers, discussing the programs of the next days.
Dinner in the Hotel.

2nd day - 22nd June
After breakfast optional program, boat trip on the Lake Balaton
Afternoon pleasant time on the beach or visiting one of the main sight of Keszhely, like gorgeous Festetics Palace, the Pethő House, Synagogue, Gothic parish
church, Georgikon Grange museum, Balatoni Museum, Helikon memorial or any other fascinating place in Keszthely. Climbing the Castle or Szigliget Catle
Dinner
Performance at the Music Pavilion of Keszthely, receiving the diplomas and gifts
Free time, enjoying the night out at one of the open air bars of terraces of Keszthely.

3rd day - 23rd June
After breakfast optional program, sunbathing and swimming in the Lake Balaton
wine-tasting, have a nice walk on the Pedestrian Street, or just enjoying the lake side area and the pier, visit the Doll Museum, Surber’s Museum of Automatic Musical Instruments and Phonographs, the Historical Panopticon, Georgikon Farm History Museum, or have a fun trip with the Sightseeing Nostalgia Train
Dinner
Free time, enjoying the night out at one of the open air bars of terraces of Keszthely.

4th day - 24th June
Breakfast, departure of the participants

Application deadline: 31 January 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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