Visitor Information

Viana do Castelo is a small, charming town. We are located in the medieval city center, within walking distance of every shop, restaurant and facility. The Festival Office will have information about the post office, bank, grocery stores, restaurants, and shops that you may wish to visit in your free time

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Special Activities
City of Viana Do Castelo and the permanent staff of the Escuola will host us with typically warm Portugese hospitality. Excursions will be made on recreational days to outstanding cultural and natural attractions.

Attire
The climate will be warm in August. The evenings may be cool and there may be occasional rain, so bring a sweater or jacket and an umbrella. Bring comfortable clothes and shoes for exploring the area, for excursions, and for your practice times. A few pairs of shorts and pants, plenty of clean socks and undergarments, and several shirts would be ideal. You may want to bring a swimsuit for the pool or exercise clothing if you intend to be physically active. Laundry facilities are available in the dormitories at a cost of 1 Euro to wash and dry a load. Full service dry cleaning is available in town. The dress code for performing is a tuxedo for men and a black or dark-colored long dress for ladies.

Medical
Medical assistance will be available to all participants. If you are a resident of the European Union, you already have medical coverage. Participants from other countries may purchase it through the festival. If you are on medication and under the age of 16, you will need to keep your medication with your designated counselor. There is a hospital 5 minutes from the Academy.

In case of an accident, contact your counselor. In case of an emergency, alert the IMF staff. There are fire extinguishers in the corridors.