With five operas spanning five centuries, music from the likes of The Tallis Scholars and Benjamin Grosvenor, books from Diane Abbott, Jeremy Hunt and Rev Richard Coles, and jazz from Clare Teal and special guest Lizzie Ball, Xhosa Cole and Baiana, there’s plenty to look forward to.
Experience world class opera, music, books and jazz in the heart of the beautiful Peak District.
‘One of the 15 best classical and jazz festivals for summer 2025’ – The Times
10 – 27 July 2025
Public booking is now open!
Rumer - Public booking is now open!
We are delighted to welcome Rumer to Buxton on 20 July with Seasons of My Soul, her 3 X platinum debut album.
Public booking is now open!
‘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.
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.
BIF Friends
Joining our community and becoming a BIF Friend unlocks a whole host of benefits, including priority booking for the festival. From just £36 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.
