# International Choral Competition and Festival in Kalamata

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/international-choral-competition-and-festival-in-kalamata
> Updated: 2026-10-11T14:02:11.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

The 6th International Choral Competition and Festival began in Kalamata, Greece, featuring more than 1,200 singers from 17 countries. Mayor Thanasis Vasilopoulos opened the event at the Tenta Indoor Gymnasium, highlighting the festival as a vital component of the city’s cultural identity.

The festival concluded with a series of cultural activities, including a large parade through the historic center of Kalamata. Participants, accompanied by the Municipal Philharmonics of Kalamata and Messinia, marched to the central square displaying national flags and banners. The event ended with an awards ceremony at the Tenta Indoor Gymnasium.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-11: Kalamata hosts 6th International Choir Competition and Festival

The 6th International Choir Competition and Festival in Kalamata, Greece, concludes with a grand parade and awards ceremony featuring 1,200 singers from 17 countries.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kalamata-hosts-6th-international-choir-competition-and-festival

### 2026-10-08: Kalamata hosts 6th International Choral Competition and Festival

The 6th International Choral Competition and Festival has launched in Kalamata, Greece, featuring over 1,200 singers from 17 countries participating in a celebration of polyphonic music.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kalamata-hosts-6th-international-choral-competition-and-festival

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