Next Congress

Mafra – June 24–28, 2026

We are delighted to announce that the 2026 World Carillon Federation Congress will take place in the magnificent Palace of Mafra, an exceptional UNESCO World Heritage site.

The Palace is home to two historic carillons, recently and meticulously restored, and the celebration will be further enriched by the presence of the CICO travelling carillon.

Hosted by carillonist Abel Chaves and the Mafra team, the Congress program promises an inspiring balance of unique events-including a Bell Expo and concerts-alongside guided visits, cultural discoveries, and in-depth professional exchanges.

The main Congress will run from June 24 to 28, followed by a post-Congress program until June 30.

All practical information is available on the official website: https://wccmafra26.pt/

We very much look forward to welcoming you to Portugal for this unforgettable event.

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News from EC and subcommittees

New WCF Logo

The Executive Committee (EC) is excited to present the new WCF logo, launched as part of the celebration of 50 years of the World Carillon Federation. The design features five bells-representing the five continents where carillons are found-a circular background symbolising the world, and a clavier baton-reflecting how we play the instrument.

In 2024, a public design competition was held and we were delighted to receive submissions from around the world. Thank you to everyone who participated. While no entry fully met all the criteria, a concept submitted by Joseph Min stood out for its creative potential. Belgian professional designer Charlotte Jansen was then commissioned to develop the idea further, resulting in the logo you see today.

The final logo, approved by the EC, stands without accompanying text. When needed, one or all of our three official languages may be added on a case-by-case basis.