Šibenik's International Children's Festival to Feature 200 Programs with Over a Thousand Young Participants

Šibenik, Croatia, is preparing to host the 66th International Children's Festival (MDF) from June 13 to 27, offering a vibrant program of 200 events. This year's festival anticipates the participation of over a thousand children in 57 dedicated workshops, complemented by around 30 performances, including dance and concerts. A special musical highlight will be a concert on the Summer Stage, featuring children from "The Voice Kids" in collaboration with HRT. The festival's extensive offerings also include a book fair, six exhibitions, five art programs, 18 film programs, and 24 street events, alongside numerous accompanying activities. Notably, 17 to 18 festival programs will extend beyond Šibenik. Special attention is given to educational segments and inclusivity, with planned content for children with developmental disabilities, including autism and cerebral palsy, as well as workshops focusing on the world of the visually impaired. The total budget for the festival is around 430,000 euros. In a new symbolic gesture, every child born between June 12 and 27 will receive a festival gift package, aiming to integrate them into the MDF spirit from an early age. The festival is considered vital to the city's identity, marking the start of summer, the tourist season, and the end of the school year.

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The opening of the MDF always marks the beginning of summer, the tourist season, and the end of the school year.