IX. “St. Ivan’s Days” International
Folk & Performing Arts Festival
18 – 21 June 2027 | Hungary – Keszthely
Welcome to a Summer Celebration by Lake Balaton!
Join us for the IX. “St. Ivan’s Days” International Folk & Performing Arts Festival, where music, dance, and traditions bring cultures together. Enjoy unforgettable performances, international friendships, and the relaxing atmosphere of a Hungarian lakeside summer. Share your talent, celebrate cultural diversity, and create wonderful summer memories with us!
Discover Keszthely & Lake Balaton
Often called the “Hungarian Sea,” Lake Balaton is one of Hungary’s most popular summer destinations, known for its blue waters, scenic landscapes, vineyards, and relaxing lakeside atmosphere.
Keszthely, one of the region’s cultural centres, combines historic charm with the pleasures of a summer resort. Explore the magnificent Festetics Palace, stroll through the town’s picturesque streets, discover its museums, or relax along the lakeside promenade. The festival is an ideal opportunity to combine international performances and cultural discovery with a memorable summer getaway.
Participants
- Folklore groups, orchestras, majorettes, modern dance groups, choirs, and music bands from all over the world.
- No age limits.
- No restrictions on the number of participants.
Participation Fee
From 179 euro per person
Additional days can be booked on demand (the price depends on the chosen accommodation type).
Includes:
- Accommodation
- Half board (2 meals per day)
- Participation in festival concerts
- Diplomas and gifts
- Organizational expenses
- Free entry to the local beach
Not included:
- Transport
- Optional programs
- Insurance
- Tourist tax: 2 euro per person per day (to be paid on the spot)
Accommodation
Youth Hostel
- 179 euro per person in quadruple rooms, shared bathroom
- Supplement for a double room: 10 euro per person per day (Maximum 2 double rooms per group)
3* Hotel – Abbázia Club Hotel***
- 219 euro per person in apartments for 4 people (Apartments include a living/sleeping area with a double sofa bed and a double bed)
- Supplement for an apartment for 3 people: 12 euro per person per day
- 229 euro per person in apartments for 2 people (All rooms have double beds)
- Supplement for an apartment for 1 person: 25 euro per person per day
4* Hotel – Admirál Family Resort****
- 239 euro per person in triple or quadruple rooms
- Supplement for a double room: 10 euro per person per day
- Supplement for a single room: 75 euro per day
4* Hotel – Hotel Kristály****
- 249 euro per person in triple rooms
- Supplement for a double room: 10 euro per person per day
- Supplement for a single room: 75 euro per person per day
Why Join Us
- Perform by the lake: Present your art on the shores of Hungary’s most famous natural treasure.
- Cultural connection: Meet artists from around the world and celebrate summer through music and dance.
- Explore Keszthely: Discover the historical and architectural gems of one of Hungary’s most elegant towns.
- Perfect combination: Enjoy performances, recreation, and unforgettable moments in a relaxed lakeside atmosphere.
Program
18 June
Arrival in the afternoon. Meeting with group leaders and festival organizers, discussing the programs of the following days. Dinner at the hotel.
19 June
- After breakfast, optional boat trip on Lake Balaton.
- Afternoon leisure time on the beach or sightseeing in Keszthely: Festetics Palace, Pethő House, Synagogue, Gothic Parish Church, Georgikon Museum, Balaton Museum, Helikon Memorial, or an excursion to Szigliget Castle.
- Dinner at the hotel.
- Evening performance at the Music Pavilion of Keszthely.
- Closing ceremony, receiving gifts and diplomas from the organizers.
- Free time, exploring Keszthely’s evening atmosphere.
20 June
- Breakfast. Optional programs such as sunbathing, wine tasting, or sightseeing.
- Visit the Doll Museum, Surber’s Museum of Automatic Musical Instruments and Phonographs, Historical Panopticon, Georgikon Farm History Museum, or enjoy a ride on the Sightseeing Nostalgia Train.
- Dinner at the hotel.
- Free time.
21 June
Breakfast, departure of the participants.
Optional excursions: recommended but not organized or booked by the Muzsa Festival Organising Office. Participants are responsible for arranging transportation, tickets, and associated costs.
Application deadline: 31 January 2027
Location
Dates
18 – 21 June 2027
Location
Hungary – Keszthely
Price
from 179 euro
Application deadline: 31 January 2027