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Watch WMC 2026 back on VIDA

 

Did you miss a performance or want to relive your favourite moment? Via VIDA by WMC you can watch back all competitions and performances from WMC 2026, whenever you want and wherever you are. Recordings are available until 1 October 2026.

 

 

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These are the 7 concerts of WMC 2026

WMC is presenting a world-class concert series for this anniversary year: seven evenings with international top ensembles, each with a programme celebrating their country's musical identity.

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WMC stream VIDA is Live!

Great news: the World Music Contest 2026 will be livestreamed on the brand-new online platform VIDA (Video & Audio). 

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Some concerts and venues of WMC 2026 are (almost) sold out. Still want to be there? Register for one of our waiting lists. As soon as tickets become available, we will get in touch with you.

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Word Vrijwilliger bij het WMC

Het Wereld Muziek Concours draait op de kracht van vrijwilligers. Samen zorgen we ervoor dat alles soepel verloopt, voor muzikanten én bezoekers.

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A wonderful WMC anniversary edition!

After four musical weekends, the WMC organization looks back on a highly successful anniversary edition of the World Music Contest. The unique atmosphere in the city, the smooth running of the festiva…

Mayor Dassen receives highest WMC award

In a buzzing Rodahal, Mayor Petra Dassen received the 'Golden Timpani' from WMC Chairman Bart van der Roost. This highest WMC distinction is awarded to individuals who have made exceptional contributi…

All focus on the Roda hall and Theater Kerkrade

During the third weekend of the World Music Contest (WMC), the event's focus shifted entirely to the concert competitions held in the Roda hall and the theater. Fanfare and wind bands competed in vari…

WMC draws millions of spectators from home and abroad

During the second weekend of the World Music Contest (WMC), one highlight followed another. Contests for world titles took place at three venues: the Marching and Show contests in the stadium, the per…

20e Wereld Muziek Concours trots op alle steun

Het succes van het 20e Wereld Muziek Concours hangt af van veel factoren. Naast de tomeloze inzet door de vele honderden vrijwilligers die gedurende 4 weken in de weer zijn voor het WMC, is de bijdrag…

Program Mars & Show Championship Division

The new schedule for Mars and Show Program 18 july Program 19 july

Openingsweekend WMC verloopt voldoet aan alle verwachtingen

The opening weekend of the World Music Contest (WMC)—which is celebrating a milestone anniversary—has met all expectations regarding atmosphere, visitor numbers, and the quality of performances. The W…

Successful opening of the World Music Contest

The 20th World Music Contest kicked off with a spectacular opening parade and a special musical projection on Kerkrade's town hall.

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