Director: Dragan Petkovich One of the world’s most vibrant and captivating cities – Istanbul – will host the International Dance Competition "Istanbul Fest info Dance", bringing together talented dancers from across the globe in the cultural heart of Türkiye. With a rich program, a wide variety of dance styles and age categories – from the youngest performers to professional formations – the festival offers an excellent opportunity for artistic expression, competition, and cultural exchange. In addition to the exciting stage experience, participants will enjoy organized excursions and special activities exploring the beauty and history of Istanbul. Highlights include: A professional jury and high-level stage experience Valuable awards – cups, medals, diplomas, special and monetary prizes Invitations to participate in future international festivals across Europe Cultural tours and unforgettable moments in magical Istanbul RULES: Categories: Solo Duo/ Trio Group: 4 -10 dancers Formation: 11 - 25 dancers Production: 20+ dancers Age categories: Baby: 6 years or less Mini: 7-8 years Kids: 9-12 years Junior: 13-16 years Senior: 17-24 years Senior II: 25+ years Time limit: Solo, Duo/ Trio: 1.00-2.00 min Group: 2.00-3.00 min Formation: 3.00-4.00 min Production: 3.00-8.00 min Dance disciplines: Open Contemporary/ Modern Classic Ballet Jazz Style Art Musical Theater Folk Neoclassic Acro Style B Boying Hop Style Street Style Disco Style Production Number Street Jazz/ MTV Oriental Latin Show Standard Show Majorette A - Dancers with more experience, professional or pre professional dancers B - Beginner dancers and dancers with less than 3 years professional training Program: 13.11.2025 - Scheduled arrival in the Turkey’s biggest city - Istanbul. Upon arrival, there will be an optional city sightseeing tour (circular bus tour) that includes: the Golden Horn waterway, crossing over to Asia via the Bosphorus Bridge, visiting Camlica - the most beautiful viewpoint in the city, Besiktas, Dolmabahçe Palace, Taksim and Beyoglu, Galata Bridge and Tower, the Historical Peninsula, the Sea of Marmara… Afterwards we will check into the hotel, have a meeting of group representatives and spend the night. 14.11.2025 - Breakfast. After breakfast we will organize an optional sightseeing of Istanbul’s historic core with travel guides provided in group languages visiting: the pedestrian zone, the Grand Bazaar, the Hippodrome, the Blue Mosk, Hagia Sophia (inside visit), Topkapi Palace - the former residence of the Ottoman emperors and now one of world’s richest museums, Gulhane Park. Free time for individual activities or shopping at the Grand Bazaar (Kapalı Çarşı). Return to the hotel. Spend the night at the hotel. 15.11.2025 - Breakfast. Start International Dance Competition "Istanbul Fest info Dance" 2025 After the Festival there is an option to organize a final hangout in the evening for all participants. Going back to the hotel for the overnight stay. 16.11.2025 - Breakfast. Leaving the hotel. Free time or an optional Joyful Istanbul tour of the Miniaturk parkat the shoreof Golden Horn. The parkfeaturs the models of 135 of the most iconic structures in Istanbul and Turkey, made in 1:25 scale. Afterwards we will cross to the other side of the GoldenHorn, to the picturesque neighbourhood of Balat, known for its colourful facades, and the Fener neighbourhood, the home of The Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople. As the final partof the program, we will organize an optional afternoon tour which includes: Bosphoruscruise tour taking you on a boat trip between Europe andAsia with a tour guide provided. Departure fromIstanbul is scheduled for the afternoon. Leaving the hotel and unfortunately moving of all ensembles back to their arrival point of departure with another meeting next year. Participation fee: 145 Euro per person - Hotel Glorius****, Hotel Barin***, The Biancho Old City***, Hotel Benler***, Grand Durmaz Hotel****, Hotel Sahinler***... 155 Euro per person - Hotel Martinenz****, Hotel Ilkbal De Luxe****... Fee for participation in the contest program: 35 Euro per participant! One free place for every 25 paying participants (24+1) Participation fee includes: Accommodation in 3/4 star hotels for 3 nights with breakfast in triple rooms (with the option to pay extra 5 Euro per person per night for a double room) The first fee for dancers for participation in competition and free entrance to competition for other people who use our package Invitation letter Awards for dancers: DIPLOMAS AND MEDALS (for all dancers), CUPS for groups and formations (1st-3rd place awarded), SPECIAL AWARDS (vouchers for free fees for participation in festivals in Vienna, Budapest, Istanbul, Paris, Florence, Rimini, Paralia, Lloret de Mar, Prague...), MONEY AWARDS (depends on the number of applications), OTHER AWARDS (merch, sponsored awards)... Participation fee does not include: Extra dinner in hotels from 10-15 Euro per person per dinner (depends on the hotel) Travel expenses, parking, insurance, vignettes, tolls... Every next fee for participation in competition is 20 Euro per dancer per choreography Optional excursions*: Tour of Istanbul - from 10 Euro per person Visit to Istanbul’s historical core: the Grand Bazaar, Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace (without the entry ticket) - from 20 Euro per person Joyful Istanbul: Miniaturk (miniature Turkey) + Balat (colourful facades) and Fener (The Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople) - from 20 Euro per person Bosphorus cruise between Europe and Asia - from 25 Euro per person Traditional Turkiye night with fantastic program, complete dinner and unlimited drinks - 35 Euro per person Hotel deposit (on arrival) - depends on the hotel *Prices of the optional excursions depends on the number of people in the group and market prices in time of excursions! Any group willing to participate must submit an Application form. Approved groups pay in advance a 10% guarantee fee, which is to be deducted at the final payment.