International Festival of Advent & Christmas Music, Bratislava, Slovakia
Dates: 04 December - 07 December 2025, 03 December - 06 December Bratislava, Slovakia
Bratislava Music Agency would like to invite you to participate in the XIX. International Festival of Advent and Christmas Music to be held in Bratislava on December 4th – 7th 2025. The Slovak capital, Bratislava, opens its gates and invites choirs to its charming centre decorated for Christmas. We are inviting choirs from all over the world; your songs and performances will contribute to a truly heartwarming atmosphere for Christmas.
The festival will be managed by the Bratislava Music Agency, under the patronage of the City of Bratislava.
Choirs are eligible to join the festival either as non-competitive choirs participating in all the performances of the festival, or as competitive choirs.
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 Bratislava, Slovakia!
PARTICIPATION OPPORTUNITIES
Choirs and orchestras can choose to perform in the non-competitive section or opt for competitive participation
Choir | Children‘s and Youth Choirs, Boys Choirs, Adult Choirs, Senior Choirs, Vocal Ensembles and Chamber Choirs, Sacred Choral Music, Folklore, Pop, Jazz, Gospel, Spiritual, Contemporary and Non Competing Choirs.
Orchestras | Orchestras and Instrumental Ensembles
Choir Categories
Category A - Childrens Choirs
A1 – Children’s choirs up to 6 years
A2 – Children’s choirs up to 8 years
A3 - Children’s choirs up to 12 years
A4 - Children’s choirs up to 16 years
Category B - Boys Choirs
B1 - Boys‘choirs (sopranos and altos)
B2 - Boys‘choirs (sopranos, altos, tenors, basses)
Category C - Youth Choirs
C1 - Youth choirs up to 21 years (sopranos, altos)
C2 - Youth choirs up to 21 years (S,A,T,B)
C3 - Youth choirs up to 21 years (tenors, basses)
Category D - Adult Choirs
D1 - Adult choirs – men
D2 - Adult choirs – women
D3 - Mixed
Category E - Vocal Ensembles and Chamber Choirs
Category F - Folklore
Category G - Spiritual, Gospel, Pop, Jazz
Category H - Sacred Music
Category J - Contemporary Music
Category R - Senior Choirs
Category X - Non Competing Choirs
Orchestra Categories
Orchestras
Instrumental Ensembles
Whats Included in the Price
- 3x night and breakfast in hotel
- Guidance during the whole stay
- Bratislava sightseeing tour
- Opening concert of participating ensembles
- Public concert performance of participating ensembles
- Final diploma ceremony
- Information material
- Return airport transfer
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 Slovakia
Choirs usually make their way around the region with the local guide via public transport. However, we can arrange coach transportation for your group as required.
SAMPLE ITINERARY
- 7 pm Opening concent of participating choirs, Jesuit Church
- Individual workshops for ensembles (upon request)
- 6 pm Choir performances on the Christmas market stage, Hviezdoslav Square
- 7 pm Advent concert of the participating choirs, Klarisky concert Hall
- 9 am - 2 pm Competition in the individual categories, Mirror Hall of the Primate's Palace
- 4:30 pm Results announcement, Hviezdoslav Square or Mirror Hall of the Primate's Palace
- 5 pm Choir performances on the Christmas market stage, Hviezdoslav Square
- Performance of choirs during the Holy Masses in Bratislava churches (upon request)
DEADLINE
Registration deadline: 2025 - October 25, 2025 | 2026 - 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