Interschools Music Festival
Interschools Music Festival 2026 will take place on Friday 6th and Saturday 7th March 2026. Applications will be open from 1st - 22nd December 2025.

Applications for Interschools Music Festival 2026 will open on Monday 1st December 2025 and remain open until Monday 22nd December. 

Please Note that this is an earlier application date than previous years. Please apply early to avoid disappointment. 

Perform in front of an encouraging and sympathetic audience.

ABOUT

Interschools Music Festival

The Interschools Music Festival is a musical event for primary and secondary level students. It aims to give pupils the opportunity to perform, representing their schools within a musical forum. The competitions cover a range of musical genres including classical, rock and traditional.

Each year the festival takes place in Wesley College, Ballinteer over two days in early March. The festival provides a platform for young performers where they gain confidence and experience in front of an encouraging and sympathetic audience. 

Though noted for its friendly and relaxed atmosphere, standards are high and the festival provides a perfect testing ground for examinations, other feiseanna and public appearances. 

Interschools Music Festival Committee

COMPETITIONS

Competition Information

The Interschools Music Festival is a unique range of competitions taking place across two days, covering a range of musical genres including classical, rock and traditional.

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