Classical:NEXT 2026
8-11 April
Budapest, Hungary
Registration is open!
Get the Early Rate until 27 February!
1,500
Professionals
More than 1,500 music
professionals from 54 countries made the 2025 edition the largest in the event’s history.
4
Days
4 days of exchange at the conference, showcases and expo with 50+ exhibitors: practical insights, fresh ideas and bold initiatives on engagement, genre-fluidity, education, and sustainability.
30+
Sessions
Plus project pitches, mentoring, and networking events showcasing visionary artists, leading organisations, and innovators in classical music.
Why take part?
Meet your peers, network with future clients and partners and discover visionary artists and ideas!
As the largest international event for classical and art music professionals, Classical:NEXT offers exceptional opportunities. Build valuable business relationships and network at the Expo, gain deep insights and practical, tailored advice at the Conference, and explore innovative artists and initiatives from around the world at the Showcases.
Whether you’re looking to learn about the latest trends in marketing and audience outreach, explore new management strategies, stay informed on key developments in the industry, from education to sustainability, or bring your next project to life, Classical:NEXT will give you the connections and the inspiration to take the next steps.
2026 Highlights
Latest News
A Centenary for One of Modern Music’s True Visionaries
- 19 February 2026
- by Classical:NEXT
This year, as Budapest hosts Classical:NEXT 2026, the global classical and art music community has an extraordinary reason to celebrate [...]
The Classical:NEXT Podcast
- 18 February 2026
- by Classical:NEXT
Jessica Phillips joins David Taylor on the second episode of The Classical:NEXT Podcast for an engaging conversation around bridging the [...]
Hangvető and Bartok Spring International Arts Weeks
- 17 February 2026
- by Classical:NEXT
The 2026 edition of Classical:NEXT would not be possible without the help, support and collaboration with our local partners Hangveto, [...]
Exploring the ideas, people, and projects shaping the future of classical and art music worldwide
- 4 February 2026
- by Classical:NEXT
Classical:NEXT has always been more than just a meeting point; it’s a global network of pioneers and changemakers. But we [...]
8-11 April 2026
Classical:NEXT 2026
see you in Budapest!
Uniting global music enthusiasts
Classical:NEXT is the only conference that brings together people from around the world who have one thing in common: concern about the future of this art form to which most of us have dedicated their entire lives.
It’s A Must!
There’s nothing quite like Classical:NEXT. You won’t find this mix of people and organisations anywhere else. For anyone in the classical music world it’s a must!
Ahead of the Game
Classical:NEXT is much more forward-thinking – it’s about new ways to experience classical music, new projects, new artists, new repertoire, all sorts of exciting, innovative ways of looking at classical music.
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