Are you ready for 2026? This curated New Year's concert guide is here to help you plan a romantic and memorable celebration.
New Year's Eve Gala Concert at National Centre for the Performing Arts
The New Year's Eve Gala Concert at the National Centre for the Performing Arts will bring together world-renowned classics and two iconic works of contemporary Chinese music. Highlights include Bizet's "Carmen" Suites, which are specially selected for this festive night.
Time: 23:00 on December 31, 2025
Venue: Concert Hall, National Centre for the Performing Arts
"Voices of Oxford" — Concert of Choir of New College Oxford
The Choir of New College Oxford consists of 20 boy choristers and 16 adult singers. Conducted by the choir's director and internationally acclaimed maestro Robert Quinney, this concert promises an inspiring journey through choral music.
Time: 19:30 on January 2, 2026
Venue: Concert Hall, National Centre for the Performing Arts
Vienna Radio Symphony Orchestra New Year's Concert with Jérémie Rhorer
One of Vienna's three major symphony orchestras, the Vienna Radio Symphony Orchestra, will present two grand concerts on January 3 and 4, showcasing timeless classics to celebrate the beginning of 2026.
Time: 19:30, January 3 and 4, 2026
Venue: Concert Hall, National Centre for the Performing Arts
2026 Beijing New Year's Concert
Conducted by renowned maestro Tan Lihua and performed by the Beijing Symphony Orchestra, the 2026 Beijing New Year's Concert will feature a rich repertoire including the 19th-century Western Romantic works and modern Chinese compositions.
Time: 19:30 on January 1, 2026
Venue: Forbidden City Concert Hall
2026 New Year's Concert of Bulgarian National Symphony Orchestra
From Mendelssohn's radiant melodies to Dvořák's passionate dances, the Bulgarian National Symphony Orchestra will start the New Year with a vibrant and uplifting music feast.
Time: 19:30 on January 1, 2026
Venue: Beijing Concert Hall
2026 New Year's Concert of One Voice Children's Choir
Founded in Salt Lake City during the 2002 Winter Olympics, the One Voice Children's Choir from Utah, USA consists of 180 young singers aged 5 to 18 who share a deep love for music.
Time:
19:30 on December 30, 2025
19:30 on December 31, 2025
15:00 on January 1, 2026
19:30 on January 1, 2026
Venue: Erqi Theatre
Invite your friends and let music set the tone for a beautiful New Year!
(Source: Official WeChat account of the Beijing Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism)
