Australian Festival of Chamber Music

Festivals and Celebrations

24 Jul 2026 to 1 Aug 2026 Annual Event

The Australian Festival of Chamber Music presents the finest musicians from around the world in a wonderfully unique and innovative nine-day program of 30 concerts set in the tropical winter warmth of Cairns, North Queensland.

The Festival has been delighting audiences for 35 years and has earned an international reputation for the quality of its programming and performances, along with its warm, friendly and relaxed atmosphere. More than 30 musicians from around the world travel to Cairns to perform in world-exclusive combinations.

There is truly nothing else like it in the world – the unique combination of music, winter warmth, and tropical location create a special atmosphere that entices audiences and artists back year after year.

Facilities

Bar Cafe Carpark Coach Parking Non Smoking Public Toilet

Rates

From AU$42.00

Tickets range from AUD42 for the AFCM Illuminates events to AUD305 for the Annual Island Concert. Ticket packages are also available and there are a number of free events on offer over the 10 days.

Event Dates

Annual Event

24 Jul 2026 to 1 Aug 2026

Nearby Accommodation

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Cairns Queenslander Hotel & Apartments

Cairns Queenslander Hotel & Apartments

Cairns North, Cairns

Hides Hotel external

Hides Hotel Cairns

Cairns

BreakFree Royal Harbour - Swimming Pool

BreakFree Royal Harbour

Cairns

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns - Twin Room

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Cairns North, Cairns

Poolside Relaxation

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns

YHA Cairns swimming pool

YHA Cairns Central

Cairns

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