The Julián Gayarre International Singing Competition is held every two years in Pamplona, capital of the province of Navarre.

This highly prestigious event is on the calendar of the World Federation of International Music Competitions, and its honorary president is the tenor José Carreras. The competition is open to young singers from all over the world and is held at the Gayarre Theatre. Julián Gayarre was a Navarre tenor of the 19th century, whose work marked a milestone in the history of song.