Cork welcomes choirs from across the world for a programme of Gala concerts, Schools Concerts, National and International Competitions, and world-class performances, as thousands of participants bring the city to life for a celebration of choral music.

Each year some of the finest amateur international choirs are selected to compete for the prestigious Fleischmann International Trophy. The selected choirs also participate in a wide range of Festival events, which include Fringe concerts, Church Interchange programme and informal Public Performances which see choirs popping up throughout Cork in new and unexpected locations throughout the duration of the Festival!

Overall the Festival attracts some 5,000 participants.