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X INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF CHORAL SINGING, VOCALS, AND INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC “BELCANTO FEST – ŚWIĄTECZNE INSPIRACJE” 2026

Date:
18–21 Dec 2026 · 4 days / 3 nights
Location:
Wrocław, Poland
Categories:
All Performance
Director:
A.A. & WOFA
Application deadline:
15 Nov 2026
Status:
Last 2 days

Applying is free. No payment is taken when you apply.

About the festival

The X International Festival “Belcanto Fest – Świąteczne Inspiracje” takes place in Wrocław, Poland, in December 2026.

Known as the city of 100 bridges, Wrocław has a rich heritage shaped by Czech, German and Polish influences. Performances are planned in sacred venues, including St. Vincent and St. James Cathedral.

Organized by V.M. in cooperation with WOFA – World Festival Association.

Participation conditions

Participation rules

Who Can Apply

  • Academic, folk, professional, mixed, male, female, children’s and church choirs.
  • Vocal-choral ensembles and folk groups.
  • Small groups from 5 participants.
  • Chamber instrumental ensembles, string quartets, wind ensembles and mixed instrumental groups.
  • Experimental formations combining choral singing, percussion, folk music and electronics.

Repertoire

Repertoire must be spiritual, sacred or classical.

Application Requirements

Submit a completed application form, technical requirements and repertoire list in advance. Each group must also bring its national flag.

Responsibility

  • Leaders and parents are responsible for participant safety and conduct.
  • Groups are responsible for any property damage.

Performance and stage requirements

  • Choirs and vocal groups: maximum 12 minutes, comprising 2–4 works.
  • Instrumental ensembles: maximum 8 minutes.
  • Performances may be a cappella or with live accompaniment.
  • Repertoire using backing tracks requires prior approval.

Accommodation & prices

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Booking and payment terms

Separate Participation Fees

Participation fees are separate from accommodation and are charged for each competition category entered.

Advance Payment

A 10% guarantee fee is payable in advance and deducted from the final payment.

Festival programme

  1. Day 1

    Friday 18 December

    Arrival & Festival Opening

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      19 December 2026: arrival in Wrocław.

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      Hotel check-in.

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      Festival opening.

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      Soundcheck.

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      Festival performances at the main venue.

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      Dinner.

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      Return to accommodation.

  2. Day 2

    Saturday 19 December

    Sightseeing & Festive Award Ceremony

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      20 December 2026: breakfast.

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      Walking tour of Wrocław.

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      Free time for optional excursions: Zoo, Aquapark, Hydropolis or Sky Tower.

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      Festive Award Ceremony.

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      Dinner.

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      Return to accommodation.

  3. Day 3

    Sunday 20 December

    Check-out & Departure

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      21 December 2026: breakfast.

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      Check-out.

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      Departure.

Excursions and transfers

Excursions

Optional Excursions

  • Wrocław Zoo & Afrykarium.
  • Wrocław Aquapark.
  • Hydropolis.
  • Sky Tower: panoramic views from the 49th floor.
  • Ostrów Tumski Evening Walk: an evening stroll through the historic gas-lit district.
  • Wrocław Dwarfs Treasure Hunt.

Excursion prices are not provided.

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X INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF CHORAL SINGING, VOCALS, AND INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC “BELCANTO FEST – ŚWIĄTECZNE INSPIRACJE” 2026

18–21 Dec 2026 · Wrocław, Poland · Apply by 15 Nov 2026

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From €145 / person

18–21 Dec 2026

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