11th Budapest International Music Festival
Budapest, Hungary
30 June - 04 July 2027
The beautiful Hungarian capital of Budapest provides a stunning setting for this international music festival. Divided by the famous River Danube into the historic Buda and vibrant Pest districts, Budapest is one of Europe’s most captivating cultural cities.
The Budapest Music Festival welcomes choirs, orchestras and ensembles from around the world for a shared celebration of music, friendship and cultural exchange. Participants enjoy the opportunity to perform in festival concerts alongside international groups while experiencing the rich musical atmosphere of Hungary’s capital.
Alongside the festival programme, choirs can explore many of Budapest’s famous attractions, including the Parliament Building, Fisherman’s Bastion, Matthias Church, Buda Castle and the scenic Danube riverfront.
Choir Contact Ireland can help you plan an unforgettable choral trip for your choir. We take care of the planning, logistical arrangements, dealing with the ground operators and organisers, from start to finish, allowing you to focus on what matters most — the singing.
Contact us today at reservations@choircontactireland.ie to begin planning your choir's unforgettable experience in Budapest, Hungary!
PARTICIPATION OPPORTUNITIES
Performance Details
Performance of a free program (approximately 30–45 minutes)
Choirs and orchestras participate in the festival through non-competitive concert performances.
Festival Concert Performances | International Cultural Exchange | Shared Concert Experiences
Whats Included in Your CCI Festival Experience in Budapest
- Festival registration and participation in the Budapest Music Festival
- Accommodation in a 3* or 4* hotel in Budapest
- Daily breakfast (other meals can be arranged as requested!)
- Participation in festival concerts and rehearsals
- Diploma for participating ensembles
- Official festival programme materials
- Return airport transfers (with guide assistance on arrival)
- Flight sourcing and booking
- Public transport guidance or optional private coach arrangements
- One free place for the conductor
- On-ground coordination
- Dedicated CCI Tour Manager
- Ongoing tour support throughout your booking
We take care of the logistics — so you can focus on performance
Optional Tours & Excursions
- Half board (evening meals)
- Private coach hire for transfers and excursions
- Guided city tour of Budapest
- Excursion to Lake Balaton
- Excursion to the Danube Bend
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.
Transportation While in Budapest
Choirs can reach the concert venues by subway (or public bus) from the hotel or we can offer optional private coach transfers. We recommend that larger groups consider the use of a coach for the transfers.
Sample Tour Itinerary – Budapest 2027!
Day 1 - Arrival in Hungary
Arrive in Budapest and meet your local English-speaking guide.
Transfer to your hotel and check in.
Enjoy free time to explore Budapest’s cafés, riverfront and historic streets.
Breakfast at your hotel.
Participation in festival concerts alongside international ensembles.
Free time to explore Budapest, including:
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Fisherman’s Bastion
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Matthias Church
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Buda Castle District
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Danube riverside
Breakfast at your hotel.
Meeting with conductors and festival organisers.
Stage rehearsals and participation in the main festival concert.
Optional evening Danube River Cruise available on request.
Breakfast at your hotel.
Visit to a festival concert and enjoy performances by international ensembles participating in the festival.
Optional sightseeing and excursions available, including:
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Guided city tour of Budapest
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Danube Bend excursion
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Visit to Lake Balaton
Breakfast at your hotel.
Check-out and transfer to the airport for your return flight home.
Depart Hungary with unforgettable memories, new friendships and a shared musical experience.
DEADLINE
Registration Deadline: April 15, 2027
FLIGHTS
Once you enquire with CCI you will be assigned your own dedicated festival planner, who will 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. CCI recommend that all travellers take out travel insurance at the time of booking.
A personalised quotation costs nothing, so contact us today on 01 888 7830
or email us at reservations@choircontactireland.ie
Let CCI take care of the logistics — while your choir creates unforgettable memories in Budapest.