International Folklore, Dance and Music Competition and Festival "Wawelskie skarby"

May 01 - 03, 2026 

Poland, Krakow

International Folklore, Dance and Music Competition and Festival "Wawelskie skarby"

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Accepting applications to: 10.04.2026
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Program

01.05

Arrival at hotels/hostels in Krakow (according to the selected offer below). Dinner.

02.05

Breakfast.
Festival day. Stage rehearsal, sound check, rehearsals. Opening ceremony. Competition performances. In the evening - Festive Closing Ceremony, Awarding of participants.
Return to the hotel/hostel. Dinner.

03.05

Breakfast.Check-out. Departure home.

Benefits

  • A prestigious venue — the competition is held at the Muzeum Nauki i Techniki Japońskiej „Manggha”, a modern facility with a professional stage and excellent acoustics in the heart of Kraków.
  • A well-organized program featuring multiple performance segments and individual award ceremonies, suitable for various age groups and levels.
  • Professional modern and contemporary masterclasses led by active choreographers, emphasizing technique, body awareness, and expressive stage performance.
  • An expert jury composed of university professors, directors, international festival choreographers, and stage professionals, combining academic knowledge with practical stage experience.
  • A session for group leaders with the jury, offering the chance to review performances and get expert feedback in an informal setting — a real dialogue with professionals.
  • A hands-on workshop covering funding, grants, and international programs — offering not just competition, but real tools for ensemble growth.

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