The Haarlem Organ Festival

The International Organ Festival Haarlem has existed since 1951 and is the oldest and most famous organ festival in the world. This biennial festival attracts visitors from around the globe. International organists come to participate the improvisation competition and to attend concerts and masterclasses. The festival is renowned for its pioneering role in organ music and improvisation, and continuously explores the broadest musical possibilities of the organ. The International Organ Festival Haarlem is organized by the International Organ Competition Foundation.

The 57th International Organ Festival Haarlem will take place from: Saturday 18 July until Saturday 1 August, 2026.