The Heifetz 2026 Festival of Concerts
June 25 - August 1, 2026
The Heifetz Festival of Concerts returns for its 30th Anniversary Season in Summer 2026 from June 25—August 1!
The diverse and ambitious set of concerts will feature our renowned faculty, special guests, and of course, our world class students. You can expect a robust schedule of 50+ concerts of vital, compelling music-making in the unique Heifetz style, from the flagship Stars of Tomorrow to the masterful Celebrity Series and Sunday Matinees, presented in venues across Staunton and throughout the Shenandoah Valley.
Admission is free to ALL EVENTS for children 12 and under – bring the whole family!
Events
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Play it Forward – Heifetz at Heartstone
Featured Play It ForwardHeartstone Lodge & Retreat 1366 Stuartsburg Rd #Fr703, Buena Vista, VA, United StatesThe Heifetz Institute's annual spring visit to Heartstone! This time, four Heifetz 2026 students join faculty pianists Tae Kim and Allison Freeman for an intimate performance previewing the 30th Anniversary Season. Featuring dazzling solo works, captivating sonatas, and chamber masterworks by Bach, Beethoven, Rachmaninoff, Amy Beach, and more.
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Stars of Tomorrow I—2026 Festival of Concerts
FeaturedFrancis Auditorium 227 East Frederick Street, Staunton, VA, United StatesA compelling showcase for breathtaking performances by extraordinary Heifetz Senior Division students, in both solo and chamber works in collaboration with Heifetz faculty pianists and string teachers.
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Chamber Music Matinee I—2026 Festival of Concerts
FeaturedFrancis Auditorium 227 East Frederick Street, Staunton, VA, United StatesEnjoy thrilling solo and chamber music performances at the American Shakespeare Center’s Blackfriars Playhouse in historic downtown Staunton - for free!
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Celebrity Series I—2026 Festival of Concerts
FeaturedFrancis Auditorium 227 East Frederick Street, Staunton, VA, United StatesOur Friday night concerts are a showcase for dazzling performances by the world-renowned Heifetz faculty, preceded as always by the complimentary Heifetz Happy Hour, featuring regional wines, craft beers, and light refreshments.
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Junior Division Showcase I—2026 Festival of Concerts
FeaturedFrancis Auditorium 227 East Frederick Street, Staunton, VA, United StatesCome be dazzled by the artistry of the Institute’s youngest performers, aged 9–14, as they showcase their talents on the Heifetz main stage!
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Sunday Matinee I—2026 Festival of Concerts
FeaturedThe Forbes Center at James Madison University 147 Warsaw Ave, Harrisonburg, VA, United StatesOur Sunday series features Heifetz students, faculty, alumni, and special guests in invariably memorable performances tailored for summer afternoons.
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Stars of Tomorrow II—2026 Festival of Concerts
FeaturedFrancis Auditorium 227 East Frederick Street, Staunton, VA, United StatesA compelling showcase for breathtaking performances by extraordinary Heifetz Senior Division students, in both solo and chamber works in collaboration with Heifetz faculty pianists and string teachers.
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Stars of Tomorrow III—2026 Festival of Concerts
FeaturedFrancis Auditorium 227 East Frederick Street, Staunton, VA, United StatesA compelling showcase for breathtaking performances by extraordinary Heifetz Senior Division students, in both solo and chamber works in collaboration with Heifetz faculty pianists and string teachers.
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Junior Division Showcase II—2026 Festival of Concerts
FeaturedFrancis Auditorium 227 East Frederick Street, Staunton, VA, United StatesCome be dazzled by the artistry of the Institute’s youngest performers, aged 9–14, as they showcase their talents on the Heifetz main stage!
