To conclude the 2026 Keys of Gold Festival, join us for an afternoon of operatic delights in the Victorian glory of St Paul’s Cathedral.
With highlights from Carmen, The Thieving Magpie, The Marriage of Figaro, Don Giovanni, The Barber of Seville, The Merry Widow, Faust – and more – two rising stars from the Melba Opera Trust: Chloe James and Lachlan Higgins, join Thomas Heywood as the orchestra on the newly-completed St Paul’s Cathedral Grand Organ. And – as the closing piece in this year’s festival proclaims – the Bendigo Fine Music team hope you’ve found the 2026 Keys of Gold ‘Wunderbar’! And join us for the ‘Until next time’ Post-Festival Reception after the concert!
Keys of Gold is back in 2026!
Following a spectacular debut in 2025, Keys of Gold returns for its second year, once again celebrating Bendigo’s remarkable collection of instruments and venues. Presented by Bendigo Fine Music, the festival will unfold across twelve stunning spaces, featuring thirty-two incredible instruments and one hundred and seventy-five world-class performers.
Across four weekends in July, audiences will be treated to sixteen unforgettable concerts that bring to life the beauty, history and artistry of Bendigo’s musical heritage. From historic churches to intimate settings, every performance promises a rich and immersive experience.
