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JongFest

JongFest

JongFest is a group of young people (18–26) immersing themselves in the world of classical music and Flanders Festival Ghent. As young audiences are the future of our festival, we believe it is important to give them a voice within our organisation.

JongFest Selection 2026

Each year, JongFest curates a selection of three concerts they are particularly looking forward to. For these selected performances, young people under 26 can purchase tickets for just €10. Discover this year’s JongFest selection.

JongFest Selection 2026

What is JongFest?

1. Musical exploration: JongFest introduces young people to the diversity of music and encourages them to broaden their musical horizons.

2. A behind-the-scenes experience: Participants get the chance to experience the festival up close and discover what goes into organising a large-scale cultural event.

3. Participation: JongFest gives young people a voice within the festival. Their ideas, experiences and feedback help us keep Flanders Festival Ghent relevant, accessible and inspiring for younger audiences.

Looking for JongFesters 2026!

Who are we looking for?

  • You are between 18 and 26 years old. You live or study in or around Gent.
  • You are curious about the world of (classical) music.
  • You are available for around four gatherings before and during the festival, taking place from 10 to 27 September 2026.
  • You are excited to help shape projects within the festival together with other young people.
  • You are comfortable communicating in Dutch.

What can you expect?

  • Free access to all concerts and events during Flanders Festival Ghent.
  • A unique behind-the-scenes experience at the festival.
  • A chance to meet new people and build valuable connections within the cultural sector.
  • Room to experiment with communication channels and help make Flanders Festival Ghent more visible to young audiences.
  • The opportunity to develop a JongFest project together during the festival.
  • A valuable experience that will look great on your CV.

You can register below. Deadline: Sunday 5 July 2026.

Questions? Feel free to contact Hanne Ghekiere via hanne@festival.be.

In partnership with Arteveldehogeschool.