International Choral Festivals & Competitions

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34th International Franz Schubert Choir Competition & Festival – Vienna (Austria)
We are delighted to invite choirs from around the world to perform in some of Vienna’s iconic venues and experience the elegance of Ehrbarsaal and the Gesellschaft der Musikfreunde in Wien, to name only few.
Meet fellow singers, share your passion, and create unforgettable memories together.
Choose from different categories – from classical to folklore, sacred to contemporary – there’s a place for every choir!

Registration deadline: 10.12.2025

For more information visit: https://www.meeting-music.com/#wien-schubert or email to: info@meeting-music.com

19th Concorso Corale Internazionale International Choir Festival & Competition – Riva del Garda (Italy)
“When I first visited Riva del Garda, it was the middle of autumn; and to my amazement, it felt like it was all the four seasons at the same time. The scent of still blooming flowery bushes reminded me of spring; the trees with ripe peaches and oranges recalled summer; on the next street, the smell of autumn leaves awaited; and in the evenings, the fires at the restaurant patios evoked the coming cold of winter.”
It must have been magnificent - and the Pearl of Lake Garda in the beginning of spring is at least equally beautiful. Would you like to see it for yourself? Then be our guest!

Registration deadline: 10.12.2025

For more information visit: https://www.meeting-music.com/#riva-concorso-corale or email to: info@meeting-music.com

Istra Music Festival 2026 - 14th International festival of choirs and orchestras in Poreč (Istria, Croatia)
ISTRIA – the country by the sea
The largest peninsula of the Adriatic is Croatia’s most popular holiday destination. Despite the relatively small surface of Istria it offers an unbelievable multitude of impressive sceneries to be discovered. The combination of natural beauties, the healing powers of air, sun and the ocean, as well as the hospitality of the local inhabitants are like magic.
Besides gorgeous parks, a picturesque stone coast and long beaches the Croatian Riveria provides many superb cultural events, such as the Istra Music Festival with performances from choirs and orchestras from all over the world.

Registration deadline: 15.02.2026

Please find more information: https://www.mrf-musicfestivals.com or email to: info@mrf-musicfestivals.com

Venezia Music Festival 2026 - 15th International festival of choirs and orchestras in Venice and Jesolo (Italy)
VENICE – city of channels and gondolas
Since 1987 Venice and its lagoon have been on the UNESCO-list of cultural heritage. For many people it is the most beautiful city in the world, and is especially fascinating due to its architectural wealth.
The heart of Venice – Piazza San Marco with the gorgeous Basilica – is one of the beautiful places in the world. In the proximity, at famous locations, the concerts of the Venezia Music Festival take place.

Registration deadline: 15.02.2026

Please find more information: https://www.mrf-musicfestivals.com or email to: info@mrf-musicfestivals.com

Costa Barcelona Music Festival 2026 - 12th International choir and orchestra festival in Calella on the Costa Barcelona (Spain)
COSTA BARCELONA – a true holiday paradise
Some attractions of this Catalonian region are its long, fine-sand beaches, the sea and its crystal-clear water holding in its depths an underwater paradise, and nature reserves with untouched landscapes in every shade of green. Bays among the rocks, beautiful old towns and an appealing climate make Calella a exceptional place. The area surrounding Calella, located between Barcelona and Girona, is famed for its historic and artistic legacy.
This region has been a home and inspiration for such figures as Montserrat Caballe, the world-famed opera singer, the artist Salvador Dali, or the architect Antoni Gaudi. Concerts of the Costa Barcelona Music Festival make the holiday atmosphere richer with new musical accents.

Registration deadline: 28.02.2026

Please find more information: https://www.mrf-musicfestivals.com or email to: info@mrf-musicfestivals.com

6th Laurea Mundi Budapest International Open Competition & Grand Prix of Choral Music – Budapest (Hungary)
We are refreshing the new tradition and coming back to Budapest, the country of Kodály Method. Let's celebrate and promote choral music, let us spread the value and experience of singing in a choir - as Kodály said: Music should belong to everyone! Come and join our Festival or the competitive part of the event and sing in prestigious music halls in the Hungarian capital city. Be a participant of the Laurea Mundi Open Competition and the Grand Prix of Choral Music.

Registration deadline: 15.02.2026

For more information visit: https://www.meeting-music.com/#budapest-celebration or email to: info@meeting-music.com

15th Musica Eterna a Roma International Choir Festival & Competition – Rome (Italy)
Since 2005 Rome has been the host city for choirs, singers and choral music lovers at our events from all over the world. It is a special place to share the idea of coming together and find yourselves in melodies in eternal city. Inspired by a vibrant atmosphere of friendship everybody is thrilled to share the passion for music and singing together!

Registration deadline: 15.02.2026

For more information visit: https://www.meeting-music.com/#musica-eterna-a-roma or email to: info@meeting-music.com

Praha Music Festival 2026 - 16th International festival of choirs and orchestras in Prague (Czech Republic)
Experience the Golden City on the Vltava with its flair and numerous sights like the famous Prague Castle, Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles Bridge, and the Golden Alley. You have the opportunity to enrich and experience the magical atmosphere with your musical performances during the Praha Music Festival in front of the picturesque backdrop.

Registration deadline: 30.06.2026

Please find more information: https://www.mrf-musicfestivals.com or email to: info@mrf-musicfestivals.com

17 – 21 September 2026
12th Per Musicam Ad Astra International Copernicus Choir Festival and Competition – Torun (Poland)
The event offers competition performances for mixed, male, female, youth, children and senior choirs and vocal ensembles from all over the world and different genres: sacral music, pop and jazz category. Nominated participants of each category will sing for the Grand Prize and be a part of more accompanying festival activities as well.
But if you want to sing just as a Festival Choir only, do not hesitate to apply either because you can choose from Evaluation Performance, Individual Coaching, “meeting in music” Friendship Concerts, Conductors meet the Jury, and Voice Training programs too.

Registration deadline: 15.03.2026

For more information visit: https://www.meeting-music.com/#torun-per-musicam-ad-astra or email to: info@meeting-music.com

6th Beira Interior International Choir Festival & Competition – Fundão (Portugal)
The time has come again to unite singers from all over the world, regardless of country, age, gender or genre, in the universal tradition of choral music. Discover the soulful charm of Beira Interior; and bring home a special cherry-shaped trophy! (At least we are hoping that the awards will have the same look as they used to :) )

Registration deadline: 30.04.2026

For more information visit: https://www.meeting-music.com/#beira-interior or email to: info@meeting-music.com

23rd Venezia in Musica International Choir Festival & Competition – Venezia & Caorle (Italy)
At meeting music, we all adore Venice and its surroundings: the palaces, romantic buildings, lagoons and gondolas, the clean and tiny charm of the small cities around… Have you ever been there? If not, you should come and join us, if yes, you already know what we are talking about.
Venezia in Musica offers a right place for you in different categories for different standards, types of choirs and musical genres for all amateur groups.

Registration deadline: 10.03.2026

For more information visit: https://www.meeting-music.com/#venezia-in-musica-caorle or email to: info@meeting-music.com