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Lucerne Festival

Festival · Luzern · since 1938

The Lucerne Festival has been held since 1938, in summer, in Lucerne, featuring classical and contemporary music. The festival includes the Lucerne Festival Academy, in which around 100 young musicians take part. Participation, travel and accommodation are paid for them.

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Applications open on 1 December 2026

There is no open application for the main programme. You can apply for the Academy.

Lucerne Festival Academy (new talent) · Academy · 2027 edition

Opens on 1 December 2026, deadline 14 February 2027

Around 100 young musicians. Participation free of charge, travel and accommodation paid.

Source: lucernefestival.ch, checked on 7 November 2026
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At a glance

Place
Luzern
Type
Festival
Size
large
Founded
1938
Genres
Classical