Idaho International Choral Festival Announces 2026 Dates, Seeks Community Support

The triennial event will bring diverse choral groups from around the world to Pocatello, Idaho from July 14-20, 2026.

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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The Idaho International Choral Festival is returning to Pocatello, Idaho from July 14-20, 2026, bringing together choral groups from four continents for a week of musical performances and cultural exchange. As a nonprofit organization, the festival is seeking volunteers and sponsors from the local community to help ensure the success of the 2026 event.

Why it matters

The Idaho International Choral Festival has been dedicated to uniting people of different backgrounds through the universal language of music since 1999. The 2026 festival will continue this mission, providing an opportunity for the Pocatello community to experience diverse cultures and musical traditions from around the world.

The details

The 2026 Idaho International Choral Festival will feature concert performances on July 15, 16, 17 and 18. The festival is seeking volunteers to serve as host families, interpreters and guides, and event staff. Businesses and individuals are also invited to support the festival through monetary or in-kind donations, with sponsorship levels ranging from $500 to $5,000 or more.

  • The Idaho International Choral Festival is a triennial event.
  • The 2026 festival will take place from July 14-20, 2026.

The players

Idaho International Choral Festival

A nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to uniting people of different races, cultures, religions and nationalities through the universal language of music.

Barbara Kurtz

The executive director of the Idaho International Choral Festival.

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What they’re saying

“We want to celebrate our love for people through music, and we'd love to have you join us in that celebration.”

— Barbara Kurtz, Executive Director (EastIdahoNews.com)

What’s next

Community members interested in volunteering, housing a singer or becoming a sponsor can find more information and sign up at idahointerchoralfest.org. Donations can also be made directly through the website's 'Sponsors' link.

The takeaway

The Idaho International Choral Festival provides a unique opportunity for the Pocatello community to experience diverse musical traditions and cultures from around the world. By supporting the festival through volunteering or sponsorship, community members can help ensure the continued success of this long-running event that celebrates the power of music to bring people together.