Mediteranian Folklore Festivals

XV INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL folklore, choirs & orchestras NEOS MARMARAS, NIKITI - GREECE “Dancing around Toroneos”
NEOS MARMARAS, NIKITI
Greece
AUGUST 31. – SEPTEMBER 05., 2026

About Festival

Festival is organized by the Mediteranian Organization in cooperation with local municipal- c ities, chambers of commerce and local folklore ensemble. The festival will be covered in the media by the local and international press and television. Mayor or the deputy mayor of the city of festival contestants, will be honored as a guest of the festival at the expense of the organizer.

Nikiti and Neos Marmaras are two picturesque coastal towns located on the Sithonia peninsula in Halkidiki, Greece, known for their stunning beaches, rich history, and vibrant cultural traditions. Nikiti, one of the oldest villages in Halkidiki, is famous for its charming stone houses, olive groves, and a mix of modern tourism with authentic Greek heritage. The town is a hub for traditional honey production and boasts beautiful beaches like Nikiti Beach and Agios Ioannis. Neos Marmaras, on the other hand, o ers ff a blend of cosmopolitan charm and natural beauty, with a lively marina, waterfront restaurants, and the nearby Porto Carras resort. Surrounded by hills covered with pine trees and olive orchards, Neos Marmaras has stunning views of the Aegean Sea and Mount Athos in the distance. Both towns provide excellent opportunities for exploring local folklore, enjoying traditional Greek cuisine, and experiencing warm hospitality in an idyllic seaside seting

Program

1st day – 31.08. Arrival in Neos Marmaras. Check in at the selected hotel. Free time for indivi- dual activities.
Dinner. Overnight.

2nd day – 01.09. Breakfast. Press conference. A tour around the villages of the peninsula of Chalkidiki.
Opening ceremony. Participant groups’ performances. Dinner. Optional night out. Overnight.

3rd day – 02.09. Breakfast. Info presentation. Optional visit to Thessaloniki. Participant groups’ performances.
Closing ceremony. Dinner. Optional night out. Overnight.

4th day – 03.09. Breakfast. Free time at the beach or optional boat tour. Optional night out. Dinner. Overnight.

5th day – 04.09. Breakfast. Optional city tour. Free time for individual activities. Dinner. Over- night.

6th day – 05.09. Breakfast. Hotel check out and departure. End of services.

Price per person

Price per person
Hotel 3*** 149€
Hotel 2** 129€
Apartments 99€

Price includes

• Accommodation at the selected hotel in double, triple or four bedded rooms with
half board (breakfast and dinner)
• Participation fee for the festival
• Accompany during the festival
• Diploma, plaque, photos and videos

Price does not include

• Optional excursions
• Individual costs and all costs not covered by the program

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