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Liepāja textile artist Laura Dzērve shares her CreArt project experience in Aveiro, Portugal!

From March 21 to 23, 2025, Laura Dzērve took part in an artist gathering in Aveiro, Portugal, organized within the “Encontro de Artistas CreArt” project. Alongside the textile artist, four other artists represented France, Spain, Lithuania, and Portugal.

30. June, 2025

Outdoor Family Event to Discuss the Preservation of Historical Heritage

On Saturday, 5 July at 12:00, everyone who is keen about preservation, restoration and renovation of historical heritage are welcome to attend an outdoor event for the whole family at Liepāja Peter’s Market. The programme highlight is going to be a public discussion titled “Historical Heritage in Today’s Context,” and practical workshops for participants of all ages.

Liepāja 2027 Announces Open Call for Collaboration Partner Catalog

Liepāja 2027 is seeking professionals in the creative industries — project management, production, communication, and marketing — to jointly deliver an ambitious cultural program featuring hundreds of events from 2025 to 2027!

27. June, 2025

The (un)restful Land Welcomes British Journalist from The Irish Post

As the European Capital of Culture year approaches, more international eyes are turning to Latvia’s western region. This June, experienced journalist James Ruddy explored Liepāja, Kuldīga and Aizpute – tracing stories of heritage, tradition and transformation.

27. June, 2025

Liepāja 2027 is hiring a Project Manager

The Foundation “Liepāja 2027” is inviting applications for the position of Project Manager. Submit your CV and a covering letter by 13 July 2025.

26. June, 2025

Nine-country cooperation project strengthens the legacy of European Capitals of Culture beyond the title year

Nine European countries have launched a joint initiative to strengthen the long-term impact of the European Capitals of Culture (ECoC) on regional development beyond the title year. The project, ECoC Echo, focuses on solutions that help preserve and amplify the momentum generated during the title year, fostering growth in the cultural sector, regional development, and international cooperation.

20. June, 2025

Portuguese Puppeteer to Perform in Liepāja With a Family Show “Puppets of My Life”

In 2027, not only will Liepāja hold the title of European Capital of Culture, but so too will the Portuguese city of Évora. To celebrate this cultural partnership, families attending the Sea Festival are invited to experience a performance by Évora-based puppeteer, creator, and researcher Manuel Costa Dias, titled “Puppets of My Life”.

19. June, 2025

Current vacancies at Liepāja 2027: Cultural Tourism Project Manager and Public Relations Specialist

The Foundation “Liepāja 2027” is announcing two vacancies and invites applications for the positions of Cultural Tourism Project Manager and Public Relations Specialist.

18. June, 2025

Liepāja Offers Nine Summer Events to Promote Restoration and Sustainable Living

The series of events is held under the European Institute of Innovation and Technology’s (EIT) “New European Bauhaus” (NEB) project “From Know-How To Do-How” and is implemented in Latvia by the Liepāja Restoration Centre in cooperation with the Foundation “Liepāja 2027”.

18. June, 2025

Pilot year of the Community Programme concludes

On June 16, community leaders and members gathered at the Nature House on Horse Island to celebrate the closing of the first year of the Liepāja 2027 Community Programme “Neighbourliness”.

18. June, 2025