International Youth Exchange in Hollókő, 9–19 December 2025
Organized by the Egyesek Youth Association, a special, festive opportunity awaits young people: for ten days, they can learn, create, and experience the magic of the holiday season together in an international community. The project, “Glee it up! – The Holidays Special”, focuses on performing arts, self-expression, and the joy of community.
Aim of the program
The program aims to bring together 30 young people from 5 different European countries to discover how music, dance, theatre, and storytelling can bring more joy, creativity, and community spirit into everyday life.
Essence of the program
Over the course of ten days, participants will explore the power of the arts in an international community: how music, dance, theatre, and storytelling can support self-expression, community building, responsibility, and joyful togetherness.
Participants will have the chance to try out different forms of expression (singing, music, dance, drama, storytelling), create holiday-themed projects, and work in both small and large groups where everyone can find their place and contribute their own ideas to the growth of the community.
The program conveys the message that art is not just entertainment but also a tool to build community, express ourselves, and bring joy to others—especially during the holiday season.
Who can participate?
The program is open to everyone aged 16–25 who is interested in music, dance, theatre, or any form of performing arts, and who would like to spend ten days in an international community with peers from across Europe. Participants should be open to discovering new cultures, especially holiday traditions, making new friends, learning more about themselves, and joining a program that is both fun and enriching.
No previous experience is required—but if you have any, that’s also highly valuable: musicians, dancers, actors, or creative performers can contribute a lot to the group work.
Program schedule and important dates
9 December 2025 – Arrival day
10 December 2025 – First day of the program
18 December 2025 – Last day of the program
19 December 2025 – Departure day
Location: Creative Space, Hollókő, Hungary
Costs and support
Accommodation and meals are fully covered during the program.
Travel costs are reimbursed under the Erasmus+ program, depending on distance (28–395 EUR).
Participation fee: 40 EUR, which contributes to the program’s costs.
Partner organizations
The project is organized by Egyesek Youth Association, with the following partners:
Hungary: Egyesek Youth Association
Greece: Roes Cooperativa
Lithuania: uMunthu
Latvia: Do More, Be More
Georgia: Student Youth Council
Italy: New Wellness Education
How to apply?
Applying is simple: just send an email to the partner organization in your country of residence.
For participants from Hungary, you can apply by clicking on this link!
Why should you apply?
This program offers a unique opportunity to take part in an unforgettable holiday experience. You can make friends from across Europe, discover new cultures, explore how to express yourself through art, and participate in a program that combines learning, creativity, community, and celebration.
Don’t miss the chance to start your 2025 holiday season with an international, unforgettable experience in Hollókő!
