The International Calella Folk Festival will be held in the beautiful seaside town of Calella, located on the Costa del Maresme, just 58 km northeast of Barcelona. This picturesque town is renowned for its blue flag beaches, which stretch across three kilometers of pristine coastline. During your stay, you can enjoy the charm of Calella's bustling streets, relaxed seaside promenades, and the opportunity to explore nearby Barcelona. The town's natural beauty and cultural landmarks create an unforgettable backdrop for your performances.
The International Calella Folk Festival is a vibrant celebration of traditional dance and music, bringing together groups from across the globe in a non-competitive atmosphere. The festival invites children, youth, and adult folklore dance groups, modern dance troupes, choirs, and other performers, as long as each group has a minimum of 10 participants on stage.
There are no age restrictions for participants, making this festival ideal for groups of all ages who are passionate about sharing their cultural heritage and artistic expression. During the festival, each group will have the opportunity to perform two to three concerts, and they can choose to perform with live music or pre-recorded tracks. The duration of the performances will be tailored according to the number of participants.
Participants will be accommodated in comfortable 3 hotels* in Costa Brava, with the convenience of being close to both the beach and performance venues.
For additional requests:
For every 25 participants, the 26th participant is free of charge.
First shift: 5 days – /€ per person (23.06 - 28.06.2026)
Second shift: 5 days– /€ per person (28.06. – 03.07.2026)
6 days – /€ per person (28.06. – 04.07.2026)
7 days - /€ per person (28.06. – 05.07.2026)
Transfers:
The festival organizers will arrange airport transfers for groups arriving by plane, providing transport to and from the airport and during the festival. Costs for this service will be arranged separately, depending on the size of the group.
Bus Parking:
For groups arriving by bus, the parking costs are the responsibility of the group, as parking rates are determined by the facility. The bus can be used throughout the festival for local transportation, but any incidents (e.g., accidents or breakdowns) must be covered by the vehicle’s insurance.
Payment Information
The final participant list must be submitted 30 days before the festival start date. Deposits are non-refundable after this date.
23.06. - 28.06.2026
28.06. - 05.07.2026
2- 3 Open Air Concerts with Professional Stage & Sound System
3* Hotels – Full Board (3 meals per day - buffet basis)
First shift
5 days – /€ per person (23.06 - 28.06.2026)
Second shift
5 days– /€ per person (28.06. – 03.07.2026)
6 days – /€ per person (28.06. – 04.07.2026)
7 days - /€ per person (28.06. – 05.07.2026)
On 25 participants, every 26th is free of charge
5* hotels and grand luxe hotels: €6.60 per person, per night
4* hotels and superior 4-star hotels: €2.64 per person, per night
Hotels with 3* or less, and youth hostels: €1.32 per person, per night
Paying 15.99 years+
15.01.2026 or until the capacity is full
Check out our program here.
Arrival in the Hotel and registration (please call us 1h before your arrival, 100km ahead of Calella) the rooms will be ready for check in at about 15:30
Lunch time (according to the hotel schedule, each group will receive from the hotel reception time table. * If the groups is not arriving on lunch, or its late please let us know in advance, otherwise we will not be able to move lunch to dinner)
Dinner time (according to hotel schedule, each group will receive from hotel reception time table. *If the groups arrive late, let us know in advance so the hotel can prepare cold dinner.)
Breakfast (each group will receive from the hotel reception time table)
Meeting with FFA representative and short description of the festival program (2 leaders per group max) (on Light house!)
Lunch time (according to hotel schedule, each group will receive from hotel reception time table).
Dinner
Parade (Parade starts from st. Riera de Capaspre next to McDonald’s)
Concert (maximum 10 minutes per group)
Breakfast
Lunch time
Dinner
Concert (max 10 minutes per group)
Breakfast (each group will receive a schedule from the hotel)
FREE Time- Excursions
Excursion day – Barcelona the best of (book your guide one month in advance), order your dinner (lunch packet) from hotel one day in advance.
Breakfast (each group will receive a schedule from the hotel)
FREE Time
Lunch
Dinner
Concert (8 minutes per group)
Rewarding Diploma with Mayor of Municipality or Representative of Municipality)
Breakfast (each group will receive a schedule from the hotel)
Departure after breakfast
Detailed Festival Program will be given to you 1 month before the start of the festival.
The organizer reserves the right to any changes in the program, and the participants will be informed on time. By applying you confirm that you accept all festival conditions!
Check out our excursions here.
All day trip to Barcelona to visit Colombo Monument, Montjuic Hill - PanoramicView, Olympic Stadium, Magic Fountains,Plaza Espanya, Gran Via, Paseo de Gracia, Casa Batllo – Gaudi, Casa Pedrera – Gaudi, Sagrada Familia – Gaudi and free time at Plaza Cataluña
The largest Mediterranean-themed aquarium in the world. Embark on an aquatic journey through the tropical oceans, coral reefs and marine communities of the Mediterranean. With 35 aquariums and 11,000 animals from 450 species it's full of sea life to get to know.
Must see places in Barcelona: the Sagrada Família, Park Güell and FC Barcelona Stadium.
Experience the passion and music of traditional Spanish Flamenco music and dance. The performance is a fascinating journey through Spanish folklore, music and dance, from the classics to the purest flamenco. Two hours show program and drink: sangria, champagne or fruit juice.
Experience the passion and music of traditional Spanish Flamenco music and dance with an additional show of knights on horseback, carriages and a carefully choreographed game of sword fighting and medieval battle between four competing factions of knights. 3-4 hours show program and one drink: sangria, champagne or fruit juice.
Have an unforgettable experience! Enjoy half a day at the wonderful world of Aspro’s parks. Swim, cool off, play with the water and then… relax, rest and sunbathe in the quiet areas on the lawn around the pool, where you can feel nature all around you.
Discover the Salvador Dali Museum at Figueres and the magical medieval town of Girona, the two of the most famous attractions in northern Catalonia.
Dali Museum – is a museum of the artist Salvador Dalí in his home town of Figueres, in Catalonia, Spain. The heart of the museum is the town's theatre that Dalí knew as a child. The museum displays the single largest and most diverse collection of works by Salvador Dalí.
Gerona – known for its medieval architecture, walled Old Quarter (Barri Vell) and the Roman remains of the Força Vella fortress. Landscaped gardens line the Passeig Arqueològic, a walkway following the Old Quarter’s medieval walls, which include watchtowers with sweeping views.
Place where spirituality, nature and history come together. The mountain and Benedictine Monastery of Montserrat, founded in the 11th century, are located in a natural park 60 km west of Barcelona.
It is well known as the site of the Benedictine abbey, Santa Maria de Montserrat, which hosts the Virgin of Montserrat sanctuary. The mountain is composed of strikingly pink conglomerate, a form of sedimentary rock. Montserrat is Spain's first National Park.
Explore an entire world of fun, the best entertainment, relaxation, cuisine and shopping that you can imagine. Visit the different theme areas of Port Aventura Park and be amazed by its attractions and shows.
Detailed Excursions with Prices will be given to you 1 month before the festival.
Check out our trips here.
We can provide the following services for your group:
The groups should pay the travel expenses by themselves to Calella and back.
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, robbing, breakdown, etc) should be covered by the vehicle’s insurance. Each member must have travel insurance policy.
The Parking for the buses is paid by the group at the rate set at the parking place. (approximately 20 euros per day).
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.
