Join Brecon Singers for their final day rehearsing at Christ College ahead of their concert in Brecon Cathedral on 16 July.

Rising Welsh star Erin Thomas brings together devotional poetry and song in a programme spanning three languages and four centuries at St David’s Llanfaes, Brecon.

Inspired by the sacred verse of George Herbert, the recital traces a journey from earthly longing to divine love through English, Welsh and German song.

Introducing the life and work of Welsh 17th century writer George Herbert, the featured poet of the 2026 festival. A panel discussion with Helen Wilcox (Bangor University) and Chris Hodgkins (The University of North Carolina at Greensboro).

Hear one of the great masterpieces of the Romantic period with Brahms’s inspired Requiem in ancient Brecon Cathedral.

There’s history around every corner – book your guided tour today and experience Brecon like never before!

Pop into Y Gaer to see who will be hiding in the wings ready to lead you all in some beautiful Welsh community singing.

Emerging ensemble Contrepoint, drawn from the UK’s leading youth choirs, brings their acclaimed concert series Love to Brecon Cathedral.

The “feral” vocal consort and proteges of I Fagilioni’s Robert Hollingworth make their Brecon debut at the chapel of one of Breconshire’s great houses.

Join the cathedral congregation for their weekly Evensong at ancient Brecon Cathedral. 

Responses Neary, Canticles: Stanford in B Flat,  Anthem: A Grateful Heart.

Eisteddfod winners Côr Llundain join forces with local favourites Aberhonddu & District Male Choir for a thrilling gala concert celebrating the Welsh choral tradition.

The choirs from Festival Friday will sing the night away in true Welsh style

Enjoy a gentle walk with other festival goers up onto The Crug to enjoy spectacular views of The Beacons.

Join this relaxed workshop and see if you can learn something that will make you a happier and healthier singer.

The Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama Ensemble return to the festival for a captivating mid morning performance.

Former Archbishop of Canterbury Rowan Williams explores the relevance of George Herbert for modern people.

One of Wales’ leading female community choirs, Aberdare-based Dare to Sing make their first appearance at Brecon.

Hear the Brecon Choir Festival debut of the Bruegel Consort, recipients of the 2024-26 Stile Antico Ensemble Development Award, in the 800 year-old Christ College chapel.

Community Choir Leader Beth Allwood will deliver a 2 hour gospel singing workshop open to all ages and abilities.

The community of Brecon and visitors to the town will follow and join in with choirs at stops around the beautiful town of Brecon with a special finale.

Rising Stars Octave Cymru bring the Choir Trail to a celebratory finish.

The award-winning British vocal ensemble - led by Chief Conductor of the BBC Singers Owain Park - make their Brecon festival debut at stunning Brecon Cathedral.

Join the festival choirs as they sing the night away in true Welsh style.

Join Morning Eucharist at St Mary’s Church to enjoy a sung mass with Voces Tavae.

Join world experts Dr Simon Jackson and Professor Helen Wilcox as they illuminate Herbert’s profound understanding of music and its theological significance.

Hear superstars of our 2024 festival Continuum as they return to Brecon for a special concert exploring the soul’s journey towards God.

Come and Sing a special Festival Evensong including Vaughan Williams Let All the World In Every Corner Sing, whose title is the theme for this year’s festival   

We are asking people who would like to sing as part of this evensong to pre-register.

Enjoy and join in with congregational hymn singing in both English and Welsh at the iconic Plough Chapel.

The first German act to perform at Brecon Choir Festival brings the weekend to a close with masterpiece motets from Bach and Mendelssohn.