Copenhagen Summer Festival spotlights classical chamber music and the next wave of prize-winning young musicians in Copenhagen, Denmark, typically in late July and early August. Set in elegant venues such as Charlottenborg Festsal (Kongens Nytorv) and nearby churches, the festival pairs intimate recital acoustics with a “future-stars” ethos—string quartets, piano trios, and soloists delivering close-up performances, with occasional marquee guests alongside emerging talent.
DATES & TIMES
• Festival dates (2026): Sunday, July 19–Sunday, August 2, 2026. Official festival page.
• Concert times vary by program; the official programme lists daily concerts (many at 4:30 PM and 7:30 PM). Official programme (PDF).
LOCATION
• Copenhagen, Denmark (venues include Charlottenborg Festsal and Christians Kirke). Open in Google Maps.
• Charlottenborg Festsal (Kongens Nytorv area; Kunsthal Charlottenborg). Open in Google Maps · Venue info.
• Christians Kirke — Strandgade 1, 1401 København K. Open in Google Maps · Venue info.
TICKETS & ENTRY
• Ticket sales are listed via Ticketmaster Denmark, by phone 70 15 65 65, and at the entrance (if available). Official programme (PDF).
• Use the official programme for concert-by-concert listings (date, time, and venue). Official programme (PDF).
GOOD TO KNOW
• Venues are listed per concert in the official programme (Charlottenborg Festsal and Christians Kirke). Official programme (PDF).
• Check the festival website for any program updates/changes. Official festival website.