I spent fantastic days in Calella and felt very welcome in the big INTERKULTUR family. Congratulations on the great job you’ve done! I’m very satisfied with my first INTERKULTUR experience and I hope it won’t be the last.
SING FOR GOLD
SING, COMPETE, AND LET YOUR CHOIR SHINE IN CALELLA
SING FOR GOLD and the WORLD CHORAL CUP are set once again to bring together choirs from around the world in 2026. As a vibrant cultural experience featuring captivating performances, this festival promises to be unforgettable for both singers and visitors alike!
Choirs from around the world are invited to compete for medals, earn a spot in the World Rankings, and most importantly, vie for the prestigious golden World Choral Cup, which will be awarded again in 2026.
Since 2012, Calella and Barcelona have established themselves as prime destinations for choir competitions and festivals. With a combination of sunny weather, beautiful sandy beaches, and a variety of sightseeing and performance opportunities in Barcelona, this event offers the perfect setting for choirs to create lasting memories and experience musical excellence.
Let your choir become part of the tradition – join us in writing the next chapter in Calella!
INVITATION
After the successful premiere in 2022, there will be singing again in Calella in 2026 at Sing for Gold. Be part of it and compete against choirs from all over the world in the race for medals and of course the prestigious World Choral Cup. Enjoy the global meeting of choirs, where the focus is on singing together in the squares and streets of the city and the unforgettable experience of immersing yourself in the flair of Catalonia.
Participation Opportunities
SING FOR GOLD invites all non-professional choirs of the world to participate in 7 different competition categories. The choirs will be evaluated by an international jury according to the MUSICA MUNDI evaluation system (30 points system) and receive gold, silver or bronze diplomas and medals.
The best choirs are invited to compete in a final round of competition for the WORLD CHORAL CUP.
Choirs who choose not to be placed in competition, but seek to be part of the international experience can participate in the non-competitive evaluation activities.
Registration Information
Early Bird Deadline: March 16, 2026
Registration Deadline: May 18, 2026
Registration for this event will be available soon. If you would like to receive further information in advance by email, please use our contact form.
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Destination
3,5 kilometers of sandy beach, its location directly at the Mediterranean Sea and its proximity to Barcelona make Calella a popular European destination. During the choral festival singers can wonderfully make music, stroll and relax in the contemplative old town with its Catalan and Mediterranean charm.
Since its 650 years of history Calella has developed from a small fishing village into a favoured resort of all nations and age groups. This mixture of modernity, hospitality and Catalan traditions add a special touch to Calella and thus make it an appealing travel destination.
How was the last time?
Are you interested in previous events of this series? Check out the last edition of the Sing For Gold!