Florence International Choir Festival

Florence, Italy | Annually in July

Florence International Choir Festival

Florence International Choir Festival

Join in an international festival in the wonderful city of Florence, famous for its magnificent cultural and artistic heritage. Celebrate music, friendship, and culture!

To learn more, visit the official festival website at: http://www.florencechoirfestival.com.


6-Day Itinerary

Day 1 | Depart USA
Day 2 | Arrive in Rome | Transfer to Florence
Arrive in Rome and transfer to Florence. Dinner and overnight in Florence.
Day 3 | Tour of Florence | Opening Ceremony & Inaugural Concert
Florence ItalyMorning walking tour of the highlights of Florence. Afternoon orientation meeting of all choir directors with festival organizers. 4 p.m. Opening Ceremony at Salone dei Cinquecento, Palazzo Vecchio. 9 p.m. Inaugural Concert at the Basilica of San Lorenzo, followed by welcome party for all participating choirs. Overnight in Florence.
Day 4 | Choir Competition | Concert
10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Choir Competition at the Auditorium of Sant'Apollonia. 9 p.m. Concert at the Basilica of Santa Trinita. Overnight in Florence.
Day 5 | Award Ceremony | Final Concert
Florence ItalyMorning visit to Accademia Museum and Uffizi Gallery. 4 p.m. Award Ceremony at the Basilica of Santa Croce. 7 p.m. final concert at the Basilica. Overnight in Florence.
Day 6 | Return from Rome
Depart for home or possible extensions as per your custom itinerary.

Have Peter's Way incorporate this festival into your customized performance tour of the region! If you and your choir are interested in extending your stay in Italy, we will be glad to make arrangements for you. Extensions to Rome, Siena, Orvieto, Assisi, Venice, and other cities are possible. Peter’s Way can make additional concert arrangements upon request.