The International Classical Guitar Competition is organized under the patronage of the Mayor of Kyustendil Municipality - еng. Ognyan Atanasov
Art Director of the Competition is Ivan Andonov.
XXVI International Classical Guitar Competition - Kyustendil, which will be held from March 31 - April 4, 2026 in the town of Kyustendil, Bulgaria.

First group – up to four grade (up to 11 years old)
Second group – fifth - seventh grade (from 11 to 14 years of age)
Third group – eighth - twelfth grade (from 14 to the age of 18 years old)
Fourth group – over 18 years
Fifth group – „Free Stage of the Soloist”- without age restrictions
Sixth group – „Guitar +”- without age restrictions
Seventh group –„Chamber Music” - without age restrictions
Eighth group – „Guitar Ensembles and Orchestras”- without age restrictions

Those wishing to participate should send a completed Application form and a declaration of informed consent to the e-mails or address below.

Deadline for registration: March 25, 2026

NO FEE IS REQUIRED FOR PARTICIPATION

REGULATIONS AND APPLICATION FORM - pdf.