Now in its 71st year, one of Europe’s longest-running and most respected choral festivals the Cork International Choral Festival 2026 will welcome more than 5,000 performers from 13 countries to more than 60 venues across the city and county for 189 performances.
Cork will once again become a city of song this May bank holiday, as the festival returns from 29th April to 3rd May, with an expansive five-day programme of concerts, competitions and community events. This year’s line-up includes 70 competing choirs from across Ireland, 45 non-competitive groups and 12 international ensembles, alongside 7 gala concerts, 12 competitions and nine workshops, all supported by more than 250 volunteers.
From early morning rehearsals to late-night performances, music will resonate through streets, public spaces and some of Cork’s most iconic venues, including Cork City Hall, the Cathedral of St Mary & St Anne, St Fin Barre’s Cathedral and St Anne’s Shandon.
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