🎶 Hull International Choir Competition 2025 🎶
What is the Hull International Choir Competition 2025? 🌍
Following a spectacular debut in 2023, Hull is once again home to INTERKULTUR’s prestigious International Choir Competition in May 2025! This world-class event will bring together over 1,000 singers from around the globe for an unforgettable week of music, culture, and community.
The choir competition in Hull offers categories for each type of choir, from Sacred Music to Pop, Jazz & Gospel. Participants will also benefit from Evaluation Performances, where they’ll receive direct feedback from internationally acclaimed choral experts.
As a city with a rich choral history, from early church music to modern initiatives with a focus on outreach and inclusivity, Hull is eagerly waiting to welcome choirs from all over the world to this “singing city” again. Join in and sing with us in Hull!
When is the Hull International Choir Competition 2025? đź“…
The Hull International Choir Competition 2025 will be held between Saturday 3rd May and Monday 5th May 2025 across the city centre with ticketed and free events for the general public to attend.
What is Happening at the Hull International Choir Competition 2025? 🎶
🎤 Gala Concert – Witness breathtaking performances from choirs worldwide on Saturday 3rd May.
🎶 Choir Competitions – Experience the magic as groups compete in a variety of categories during evaluation performances.
📍 Pop-Up Concerts – Enjoy spontaneous musical moments across the city in pop-up style Friendship Concerts.
Gala Concert Hosted at Hull Minster
On Saturday 3rd May, four world class choirs will take the stage to present an evening of eclectic music from around the world. Join us for a celebration of choral music with the Barnsley Youth Choir, the Belilios Public School Choir from China/HongKong SAR, CĂ´r CF1 from
Wales and Damkören Korallerna from Sweden.
Date, Time & Location
Hull Minster, South Church Side, HU1 1RR Hull
- 8:00 PM
📢 Don’t miss this stunning evening performance!
Watch Evaluation Performances
All competing choirs will be assessed by some of the world’s most accomplished jurors with decades of experience. All competitive performances are FREE and open to the public but are subject to seating availability.
Dates, Times & Locations
đź“… Saturday, 3rd May
đź“Ť Hull Minster
- 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM | Sacred Choral Music
- 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM | Adult Choirs (Mixed & Equal Voices) – Level II
đź“… Sunday, 4th May
đź“Ť Albemarle Music Centre
- 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Children’s & Youth Choirs
đź“Ť Hull City Hall
- 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM | Pop, Jazz, Gospel (Part 1)
- 8:00 PM – 9:15 PM | Pop, Jazz, Gospel (Part 2)
đź“… Monday, 5th May
đź“Ť Hull City Hall
- 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Adult Choirs (Mixed & Equal Voices) – Level I
Friendship Concerts
The choirs will be bringing their special performances for everyone to enjoy as part of unique Friendship Concerts. These 45 minute performances are FREE to attend.
Dates, Times & Locations
đź“… Saturday, 3rd May
đź“Ť Trinity Market
- 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
đź“… Sunday, 4th May
đź“Ť Hull Paragon Interchange
- 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
đź“… Monday, 5th May
đź“Ť Princes Quay (Ground Floor)
- 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📢 Come along and experience the joy of live choral music! 🎤🎶
Official Merchandise Available Now
Take home a piece of the competition and show the world you’re part of something amazing.
Items will be available for collection on Friday, 2nd May from our Festival Office at Madison’s Café Bar on Alfred Gelder Street or at the Closing Ceremony on Monday, 5th May at Hull City Hall (Competition participants only).
Please contact us for alternative collection options.
Learn more
Pin Badge
Pin it, sing it and wear us with pride our new hard enamel pin badge!
Plus, don’t miss out on our exclusive official eco bottles and magnets!
Take home a piece of the competition and show the world you’re part of something amazing.
Hard enamel pin badge at 1 inch wide.
Magnets
Stick with us and bring voice to the kitchen with our new fridge magnets…
Plus, don’t miss out on our exclusive official eco bottles and pin badges!
Take home a piece of the competition and show the world you’re part of something amazing.
Magnets are 0.5mm thick and cut to shape at 85x55mm
Eco Water Bottle
Stay pitch perfect with our Eco Water Bottle — ideal for keeping your vocal cords hydrated and your high notes soaring!
Plus, don’t miss out on our exclusive official pin badges and magnets!
Take home a piece of the competition and show the world you’re part of something amazing.