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World Opera Day
Celebrated on 25 October, the birthday of Georges Bizet and Johann Strauss II, to share opera with new audiences around the world.
- UK
- USA
- International
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Last checked19 October 2026
First heldNot known
About the day
World Opera Day grew out of the first World Opera Forum in Madrid in 2018, when Opera Europa, OPERA America and Opera Latinoamerica joined forces. Opera companies hold performances, open days and online events, and the 2026 theme is Opera Connects.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Sunday 25 October 2026 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2027 | Monday 25 October 2027 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Wednesday 25 October 2028 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
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