BIF is delighted to announce our plans for 2025. The festival will be held between 10 and 27 July 2025, with five operas composed over five centuries.
Experience world class opera, music, books and jazz in the heart of the beautiful Peak District.
We are delighted to announce the dates of the next Buxton International Festival will be:
10 July to the 27 July 2025.
‘Shorts’, a new opera project for 2025
Experience four brand new operas in one evening. BIF has commissioned seven award-winning writers and composers to make four 20-minute operas from scratch.
Jazz Weekender Tickets on sale
Get your tickets now for the BIF Jazz Weekend.
News
BIF Shortlisted for 'Best Opera Festival' at the International Opera Awards
Buxton International Festival is excited to share the news that we are one of five festivals to be nominated for ‘Best Opera Festival’ in the 2024 International Opera Awards.
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Joining our community and becoming a BIF Friend unlocks a whole host of benefits, including priority booking for the festival.From just £33 per year, become part of the festival you love all year-round
Recognised nationally and internationally as one of the UK’s leading arts festivals, Buxton International Festival is a summer celebration of the very best opera, music, jazz and books in the heart of the beautiful Peak District.
Situated on the edge of the Peak District National Park, the beautiful spa town of Buxton is steeped in history and culture. Discover where to stay, what to do, and how to find the venues - all in walking distance.
