Advent and Christmas Choral Festival & Competition, Krakow, Poland

Dates: 06 December - 08 December 2024 | Krakow, Poland

The Krakow Advent and Christmas Choir festival is open to all amateur choirs. Here choirs from round the world come together to present their repertoire of advent, christmas and sacred choir music and perform in the most prestigious churches in Krakow, including the Peter and Paul Church and famous Mariacki Church. The festival offer both competitive and non-competitive categories to choirs. Choirs also have the opportunity to take part in additional concerts in Krakow with plenty of free time to see the city and enjoy the sights of Krakow. Attend the Krakow Advent Festival and listen to magnificent choral performances and meet with other choirs from around the world.

Discover the wealth of the medieval fairy tale city of Krakow on this enthralling journey and enjoy the warm-hearted hospitality of the Polish people. Krakow is the second largest and one of the oldest cities in Poland. Discover the charms of Krakow’s Old Town, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1978. The city’s extensive cultural heritage includes Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque architecture and includes the Wawel Cathedral and the Royal Castle on the banks of the Vistula River and Saints Peter and Paul Church.  Discover the main Square of the Old Town, largest medieval market square in Europe, visit St. Mary’s Basilica and marvel at one of the largest Gothic altars in Europe. Kraków is also home to Jagiellonian University, one of the oldest universities in the world.

Choir Contact Ireland can help you plan an unforgettable choral trip for your choir. We take care of the planning and logistical arrangements, dealing with the ground operators and organisers, allowing you to focus on the singing. Contact us today for more information and sing with your choir in Salzburg, Austria!

 

 

PARTICIPATION OPPORTUNITIES

Choir Categories

Category A - Mixed Choirs Adults

Category B - Equal Voices Choirs Adults

Category C - Youth Choirs

Category D - Children Choirs

Category E - Chamber Choirs

Category F - Senior Choirs

Category G  - Non-competitive Choirs 

 Festival Highlights Include

- Seeing the winter wonderland of Krakow sparkle at Christmas

- Performing in the biggest Advent Festival in Poland

- Listen to magnificent choral performances from choirs around the world 

- Attend the glistening Krakow Christmas Markets.

Whats Included in the Price

- Three-nights in a 3* or 4* Hotel with breakfast

- Dinner each evening (optional extra)

- Festival participation fee

- Concert performance of 15-minute duration

- Participate in the Gala concert (1-song per choir)

- Return airport transfers from airport with guide assistance on arrival

- One free place for choir conductor on the ground

Sightseeing Tours

- Visit and choral performance (15 minutes of sacred music) in the Wieliczka Salt Mine

- Visiting the Auschwitz Concentration Camp

- Guided City Tour of Krakow including Jewish district

- Excursion to Czestochowa (Black Madonna Sanctuary)

Tour Manager

A CCI Tour Manager will be assigned to you for the duration of your booking, to assist in the pre-departure preparations and to assist with any issues during your stay. The tour manager does not travel with the group.

Transportation While in Krakow

Choirs usually make their way around the city with the local guide via public transport. However, we can arrange coach transportation for your group as required.

 

SAMPLE ITINERARY

Day 1

  • Choirs arrive in Poland
  • Meet local assistant who will assist with transfer to your hotel in Krakow
  • Welcome dinner in their hotel or local restaurant
  • Light and Singing Concert takes place
Day 2
  • Enjoy breakfast
  • Enjoy a city tour of Krakow with their local guide
  • Perform your festival concer
  • Hear others perform
  • Groups can relax and mingle
  • Evening dinner in their hotel
Day 3
  • Enjoy breakfast at your hotel
  • Gala concert
  • Prize-giving award ceremony takes place
Day 4
  • Breakfast
  • Choirs depart Krakow

DEADLINE

Registration Deadline: To Be Confirmed

FLIGHTS

Once you enquire with CCI you will be given your own dedicated festival planner, and this planner will also assist you with the booking of flights for your group. Choir Contact experienced travel consultants are able to advise you on the most appropriate flight options and will advise best fares at time of booking. We use the most up-to-date modern technology for searching best fares including low cost carriers, allowing us to book you the best flights at the best fares for a fully co-ordinated service. We use both low-cost internet fares and our long-standing relationships with other carries to ensure that we can secure the best travel option for your choir. We will advise you on luggage allowance and all details relating to your flight booking. Travel Insurance CCI recommend that all travellers take out travel insurance at the time of booking.

 

A quotation costs nothing, so contact us today on 01 888 7830

 or email us at reservations@choircontactireland.ie