International Music Competition City of Belluno
Edition 2026 Music Classical Opera

International Music Competition City of Belluno

Hundreds of young musicians from all over the world compete in the Dolomite capital

Belluno — Belluno (025) Since 2019
Dates 12 Apr โ€” 03 May 2026
Location Belluno (025)
Prices Free
Status Confirmed

About International Music Competition City of Belluno

The International Music Competition City of Belluno is a major competitive event that every spring brings hundreds of young Italian and foreign musicians to the Dolomite capital. Instrumental, modern singing, opera, chamber music, and choral groups perform before qualified juries, in the Auditorium, Palazzo Fulcis, and Teatro Buzzati. With free admission concerts and a strong international focus, the competition has become a benchmark event for the musical training of young talents.

An international competition for young talents

The International Music Competition City of Belluno is one of the most important musical events in the calendar for Belluno, the capital of the Dolomite province. Every spring, it attracts hundreds of young musicians, both Italian and from around the world, who compete in various disciplines before qualified juries.

Many disciplines, many venues

The competition covers a wide range of categories: instrumental music, modern singing, opera, chamber music, and choral groups. Auditions and concerts take place in the city's most prestigious venues โ€” the Auditorium, Palazzo Fulcis, and Teatro Buzzati โ€” enlivening the city center for several weeks.

An international vocation

The strong presence of foreign participants, from countries like China, Korea, Germany, and Portugal, testifies to the event's international scope. It is organized by the Associazione Gocce di Sole in collaboration with the Municipality of Belluno. Concerts are free to attend and the finals are broadcast live on the radio, while young musicians discover the Belluno region with visits to iconic sites such as the Vajont Dam and Zumelle Castle. An event that combines high-level musical training with cultural promotion of the territory.

International Music Competition City of Belluno โ€” edition 2026

The eighth edition of the International Music Competition City of Belluno takes place from April 12 to May 3, 2026, featuring around 800 young musicians and 275 auditions scheduled. Inaugural ceremony on April 12, finals at Teatro Buzzati on May 2-3. Venues: Auditorium, Palazzo Fulcis, Teatro Buzzati.

The eighth edition of the International Music Competition City of Belluno takes place from April 12 to May 3, 2026, involving approximately 800 young musicians, with 275 auditions scheduled and six main concerts. Participants come mainly from Italy, with international presences in the opera section from China, Korea, Germany, and Portugal.

Programme International Music Competition City of Belluno 2026

8th edition โ€” April 12 / May 3, 2026

  • April 12 โ€” Inaugural ceremony
  • April 12 - May 3 โ€” Auditions and concerts (275 auditions, 6 main concerts) at Auditorium, Palazzo Fulcis, and Teatro Buzzati
  • May 2-3 โ€” Finals at Teatro Buzzati, broadcast live on Radio ABM

Categories: instrumental music, modern singing, opera, chamber music, and choral groups. Program of visits for school groups (Vajont Dam, Zumelle Castle, local museums).

Highlights International Music Competition City of Belluno 2026

Around 800 young musicians from Italy and abroad, and the finals at Teatro Buzzati broadcast live on the radio.

Prices International Music Competition City of Belluno 2026

All concerts are free to attend. Scholarships awarded to winners.

Practical information — International Music Competition City of Belluno

How to get here

Belluno is reachable by car from the A27 motorway (Belluno exit) and by train. The competition venues (Auditorium, Palazzo Fulcis, Teatro Buzzati) are located in the city center.

Admission

All concerts are free to attend.

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Where does it take place โ€” International Music Competition City of Belluno

Auditorium, Palazzo Fulcis e Teatro Buzzati

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