Attention all young leaders aged 14 to 35 with a passion to change the world for the better! Are you ready to witness one of the largest World Youth Festivals in Russia? This is your chance! Applications are now open for the World International Youth Festival 2026, one of the most anticipated international youth festivals, scheduled to take place in Ekaterinburg, Russia, from September 11-17, 2026. The festival invites young leaders from over 190 countries to participate and work together toward a common goal: ” Make the World a Better Place. ” The thematic focus areas include media, public administration, science, education, sports, entrepreneurship, and IT & digitization. The festival will bring together the next generation of leaders under one roof, where they will connect, form teams, exchange innovative ideas, and create real impact. The event will gather 10,000 participants and 2000 volunteers. You can apply as either a volunteer or a participant. Don’t miss this opportunity to become a driving force at FIY – 2026 and enjoy an immersive one-week experience in Russia. Read more details about the Youth Festival below.
World International Youth Festival Russia 2026: Overview
- Country: Russia
- Location: Ekaterinburg
- Eligible Countries: Open for All
- Duration: 1 Week
- Dates: September 11-17, 2026
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Coverage
The international festival covers the following costs:
- Accommodation for the event duration
- Meals during the event
- Transporation costs
- Health insurance coverage
- Visa assistance and support
Benefits
- Connect with over 10,000 peers from across 190 countries
- Skill building through hands-on trainings
- Develop joint projects
- Represent your country on the global stage
- Culture immersion
Total Seats
- Participants Category: 10,000
- Volunteer Category: 2,000
World Youth Festival Features
During the event, the participants will engage in the following interactive and intellectual formats:
- Ted-Style Talks: where innovators will share ideas
- Trend Battles: consists of debates on current topics
- Talk shows: consist of live discussions on global issues
Eligiblity Criteria
Participants Criteria
Individuals applying for the participants category must meet the following requirements:
- Applicants must be 14 to 35 years old at the time of application
- 1000 spots are reserved for the teenage group (14-17 Years old)
- 9000 Sports are reserved for the young adults (18-35 years old)
- Accepting applications from all. nationals
- The festival is ideal for candidates in the fields of science, education, media, public administration, sports, IT, Entrepreneurship, and Social work.
Volunteers Criteria:
- Must be at least 16 years old
- Living in Tussia
- A team player with strong energy to motivate everyone
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How to Apply?
The application process is online. Follow the following steps to apply:
- Visit the offical link mentioned at the bottom of the page
- Create an account
- Complete the Application form
- Applicants who wish to attend the research trip after the completion of the festival must fill out the “Regional expedition program” in the application
- Submit your applications once completed
For more details and to apply, visit the official link below:
Important Dates:
- Application Deadline for Volunteers: March 31, 2026
- Application Deadline for Participants: April 30, 2026
- Selection Results: In June 2026
