From the artful whistler to the subtle string quartet to the exhilarating joy of improvisation: Every year from late October through mid-November, the Kassel Music Festival explores musical realms that often transcend genre boundaries. October 22–November 1, 2026

October 22 through November 1, 2026

Music moves everyone—whether through rhythms that make us sway along or through emotional worlds that touch us deeply. The diverse forms of musical expression can be experienced in all their facets at the 2026 Kassel Music Festival in both familiar and new venues. As soon as the concert dates are announced, you’ll find the details on this page.

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