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A contemporary music festival at one of the most important borderlands of the Balkans, connecting Greece, Albania,and North Macedonia.

TRIETHNÉS International Music Festival was founded in 2025 with the vision of becoming a bridge of intercultural dialogue, bringing together the three countries that share the Prespa region: Greece, Albania, and North Macedonia.
Through music and performing arts, the festival seeks to promote cooperation and understanding, highlighting each country’s cultural heritage while also celebrating the common elements that unite their traditions. Centered in Prespa, a place rich in history and natural beauty, TRIETHNÉS aspires to serve as a cultural platform that strengthens cross-border friendship while offering audiences high-quality live artistic experiences.
The festival is organized in co-production with the Municipality of Prespa.

TRIETHNÉS International Music Festival envisions a future where the power of music and art transcends borders, fostering unity, dialogue, and collective creativity among diverse communities. Rooted in the culturally rich and environmentally unique region of Prespa, the festival aspires to become a beacon of collaboration, cultural diplomacy, and sustainability in the Balkans — and beyond.
By acknowledging shared heritage and embracing artistic innovation, TRIETHNÉS aims to create a dynamic space where traditional, classical, and contemporary art forms converge, honoring the past while shaping the future. The festival seeks to serve as a platform for cross-border exchange, empowering artists, engaging audiences, and promoting regional development.
Through its commitment to sustainability, inclusivity, and education, TRIETHNÉS strives to inspire the global community to appreciate the natural and cultural treasures of the Prespa region. Its vision is to transform the area into an international hub of artistic excellence, environmental awareness, and cultural unity, leaving a lasting legacy of creativity, connection, and harmony for generations to come.

• Cultural Diplomacy
  Promoting cross-border collaborations in music and the arts to strengthen cultural exchange and diplomacy in the Balkans.
• Empowerment of the local community
  Revitalization of the Prespa region through the enhancement of tourism and the creation of local employment opportunities, particularly for young people.
• Sustainable Approach to Production
  Achieving a zero-carbon footprint within five years, with a strong emphasis on the importance of environmental protection.
• Enhancing Access to Music
  Strengthening music education in the region through free residencies, masterclasses, workshops, lessons, and collaborations with educational institutions.
• Showcasing Cultural Heritage
  Highlighting the region’s historical and cultural identity through music and art as means of preserving and reinterpreting traditions, while simultaneously promoting innovation.