This year\u2019s beloved cultural event is themed \u201cLet\u2019s Sail!\u201d<\/strong>, and it\u2019s powered not only by imagination but also by love, knowledge, patience, happiness, and hope \u2013 the emotions that fuel childhood and soften growing up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Unlike traditional events rooted in one location, Land Without Borders<\/em> takes a dynamic approach in 2025 \u2013 traveling through schools, parks, and communities<\/strong> and spreading joy wherever it drops anchor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The first stop will be Ernestinovo<\/strong> on August 6th during the Children’s Day of the Ernestinovo Sculpture Colony. The local park will turn into a magical space for creativity \u2013 painting sails, crafting sea-themed objects, playing games, and inviting everyone \u2013 from the youngest children to grandparents \u2013 to join the fun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Valpovo<\/strong> (September 20) and Osijek<\/strong> (September 27) will host the festival\u2019s grand finale. Parks will come alive with sailboats crafted by children over the summer in their classrooms, kindergartens, and afterschool programs. Each sail will tell a story \u2013 of love, joy, and freedom<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n From September 15<\/strong>, workshops will be held in partnership with schools and kindergartens in Osijek and Valpovo. Teachers, educators, and parents will help children prepare drawings, messages, and ideas that will culminate in a joyful celebration of childhood and community. A key visual symbol will be a central sail over 6 meters tall<\/strong>, representing imagination, freedom, and inner silence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Children will also create dorodango balls<\/strong> \u2013 traditional Japanese soil spheres that symbolize patience, focus, and the power of touch. Maritime schools will join with workshops on raising sails, tying knots, and understanding the wind and teamwork.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Workshops will be held in many educational institutions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Additional locations are under negotiation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The festival also includes a children\u2019s song contest<\/strong> on the theme of sailing and personal growth. The winning song will be professionally recorded, and its authors rewarded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A documentary film<\/strong> will also be released to celebrate 20 years of the festival, showcasing its ongoing contribution to the arts, education, and community development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The final celebration is set for September 27 in Osijek<\/strong>, where the largest sail will be raised as a symbol of shared community. Land Without Borders<\/em> stays true to its message \u2013 everyone is welcome<\/strong>. Whether you\u2019re a parent, teacher, neighbor, or just someone who enjoys seeing children smile \u2013 you\u2019ll find your place under our sail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cLand Without Borders 2025 \u2013 Let\u2019s Sail!\u201d is co-funded by:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n A Festival Sailing Through Hearts, Parks, and Schools Forget everything you thought you knew about children’s festivals \u2013 because Land Without Borders 2025 isn\u2019t arriving, it\u2019s sailing! 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A song, a film, and stories without borders<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Everyone is welcome under our sail<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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