2026 IAYO Festival of Youth Orchestras Applications
We are delighted to announce that applications are now open for the 30th Festival of Youth Orchestras in 2026. The 2026 Festival will take place on Saturday, 7 February 2026 in the National Concert Hall, Dublin.
Closing date for applications is Friday, 11 April 2025.
There are links below to information on how we select orchestras and the participation agreement has information on what you can expect from the day. You can download the application form to print and handwrite or fill out the Word doc and submit by email to info@iayo.ie.
The Festival of Youth Orchestras is the annual celebration of youth orchestras in Ireland and their members, with a diverse variety of music played by young people, for young people.
If you have any queries about the Festival, please do not hesitate to contact us on 021-4215185 or info@iayo.ie.
2026 Application Details:
Please take the time to read the documents below carefully submitting your application.
- Read the Selection Criteria for the Festival of Youth Orchestras.
- Read the Participation Agreement for the Festival of Youth Orchestras.
- Application forms for the 30th Festival can be downloaded as Word or .pdf.
