Minthis Music Festival 2026 returns to Paphos region with five-night programme of international artists

Paphos, Cyprus. Minthis Music Festival will return from July 8 to 12, 2026 at Minthis resort, overlooking the valleys of rural Paphos. Organisers said the summer programme will feature five evenings of performances by invited international artists.

Festival setting and mission

The festival will be held at the outdoor amphitheatre of Minthis resort, surrounded by trees and overlooking the wine-producing region of Paphos. Organisers said the event aims to bring together established international artists and rising talent in a setting that combines performances with hospitality and the natural landscape.

Programme highlights from July 8 to 12

The festival will open on July 8 with composer and pianist Florian Christl and his ensemble, joined by violinist Niklas Liepe.

On July 9, pianist Jeneba Kanneh-Mason will present a recital dedicated to works by Frédéric Chopin.

On July 10, the Vision String Quartet will perform at the Minthis amphitheatre.

Bassist Günther Groissböck will appear with pianist Nelson Calzi, with organisers describing the performance as bringing operatic repertoire to the programme.

The festival will conclude on July 12 with jazz singer Claire Martin and her ensemble.

Organisers and creative direction

Organisers described Minthis Music Festival by Pafilia and LaimTee Art as a cultural event designed to combine performances with the resort setting. They said the festival is produced under the creative direction of LaimTee Art.

What performances are you most interested in attending during Minthis Music Festival 2026?