34° International Verona Choir Competition 2026

Dates: 08 April - 12 April 2026 | Verona, Italy

The historic old town of Verona with its romantic alleys once inspired Shakespeare to write the world-famous love story of Romeo & Juliet. Experience this magic city rich in tradition.

The annual choir festival and choir competition in Verona is not only a highlight for the province of Verona but also for the Association Gruppi Corali Veronesi. The international choir competition provides singing associations and choirs with the opportunity to meet choirs from other countries and to perform in various exclusive locations.

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 Verona, Italy!

 

 

PARTICIPATION OPPORTUNITIES

The Verona Choir Competition is for non-professional choirs only.

Categories | Female Choirs, Male Choirs, Mixed Choirs and Youth & Young Adult choirs (a single category max 25 years old)

Competition Categories

Category 1 

- Polyphonic Renaissance

- Romantic Modern

- Contemporary Repertoire

 

Category 2 

- Polyphonic Renaissance

- Romantic Modern

- Contemporary Repertoire with a Compulsory Piece of Music

 

Category 3

- Popular

 - Folk Repertoire

 

Category 4 - 

- Pop

- Jazz

- Gospel

- Swing Repertoire

Whats Included in the Price 

- 4 nights in a hotel in the southern Lake Garda area (including breakfast)

- 1 guide per choir for 3 days

- Participation in the competition

- Participation in the opening concert

- Meeting with an Italian choir

- Closing ceremony

- Certificates for all choirs

- Monetary prize for the winner

- Final concert in the Arena di Verona or another charming venue

- Reception with snacks, soft drinks, and wine

- Translation service throughout the stay

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 Italy

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

  • Arrival at your hotel on southern Lake Garda and welcome by your tour guide
  • Afternoon at leisure
  • Coach transfer to the Teatro Filarmonico for the opening ceremony
  • Return to hotel and overnight stay
Day 2
  • Breakfast
  • Day tour of your choice (on request)*
  • Return to hotel and overnight stay
Day 3
  • Breakfast
  • Coach transfer to Verona for the competition**
  • Guided tour of Verona (on request)***
  • Free time for lunch
  • Return to hotel and overnight stay
Day4
  • Breakfast
  • Reception for choir directors
  • Closing ceremony for all participating choirs at the Teatro Filarmonico
  • Reception with snacks and drinks
  • Choir procession to the Arena di Verona, followed by a joint performance
  • Meeting with an Italian choir
  • Return to hotel and overnight stay
Day 5
  • Breakfast
  • Departure

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