An annual multi-day festival for children’s folklore ensembles held in various towns (Poprad, Kežmarok, Svit) in Eastern Slovakia 1. Participants exchange small 'costumed doll' souvenirs symbolizing their cultures 1. The festival features folk songs, dances, parades, and the award ceremony for young groups. It fosters cultural exchange and friendship among Slovak and international youth ensembles 1.
Organized by local cultural institutions and regional government, the Costumed Doll festival emphasizes the preservation of folk traditions among children. It is part of the international CIOFF calendar and involves participation from across Slovak regions and abroad, reflecting the region’s commitment to folklore education 1.
Venues and routes
Dom kultúry Poprad · Poprad
The dates that shape the visit.
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Audience witnesses traditional music, presentation of dolls, and group performances
Colorful folk costumes, music and dance performances by children's ensembles
A compact reference once the trip is real.
Moderate crowds
