Where the festival will be held?
The International Folk Dance Festival “Mare Adriatico” is a non-competitive sample of traditional dances performed by folklore groups. The age of the participants is not limited.
The festival will be held in Lido di Jesolo which is close to Venice and is a purpose-built beach resort in north-east Italy, on the Adriatic Sea. Its miles of sandy beach, rows of sunbeds, and night-time entertainment attract thousands of tourists every summer.
Where the groups will be accommodated?
The groups will be accommodated in Hotels in Lido di Jesolo on a Half Board Basis with 2 meals per day (breakfast and dinner). The groups will be accommodated in rooms with 3 and 4 beds with their own bathroom. Each Group can have only 2 double rooms which can be used for the Leaders and Drivers. On 25th participants, every 26th participant is free of charge.
Extra charges for: Double Room: 7 euro/person/day | Single Room: 40 euro/day | Extra night: 50 euro/person/day
The participation fee is 240€ per person for 4 nights & 285€ per person for 5 nights.
This festival is in HUGE DEMAND. Book your spot on time.
Payment
As confirmation of its participation in this folklore festival, a group pays 10 Euros per person in advance and the rest not later than 15 days before the festival by bank transfer or upon the group’s arrival at the hotel, according to the previous agreement with the organizers
This deposit is non-reimbursable if you later decide not to come, for any reason. In case of unexpected circumstances or Force Majeure, the organizer reserves the right to change the date of the event
Considering the current economic situation in Europe, in the event of further price increases, we reserve the right to subsequently adjust our prices
Any banking costs that may arise must be paid by the applicant.
Can you offer me a transfer?
The festival organizers will organize the transport for the groups coming by plane by picking them up from the airport, during the festival days, and back to the same airport. The cost of the transportation will be covered by the group and will be additionally agreed upon according to their number.
Is there parking for the buses and how much does it cost?
The Parking for the buses is paid for by the group at the rate set at the parking place. There are only a few free parking places on the main road of Lido di Jesolo around Aqualandia. The groups coming by bus can use their own transport all the time during the festival and the small journeys around the city. Any expense caused by the usage of the bus (accident, robbery, breakdown, etc) should be covered by the vehicle’s insurance.
How can the group pay for the festival costs?
Participation fee can be paid via bank transfer or in cash on the day of arrival. Each participant group should pay 30% in advance 120 days before the Festival, to confirm participation on the Festival, second advance of 40% to be paid 60 days before the Festival, and 30% to be paid first day of the Festival. Final list of participants must be given 30 days before the Festival. After that date advance payment is not refunded.
Festival Date:
15.06. – 20.06.2025
Concerts:
2 Open Air Concerts with Professional Stage & Sound System
Accomodation:
3* Hotels – HB Basis / (basic category), as per Your request we can offer advance category hotels – ask Your agent
Price:
5 nights – 285 euro
Free Members:
On 25 participants, every 26th is free of charge
City Tax:
Not Included in the festival fee – 2,50€ per person / per night in 2024 (New information – in February 2025)
