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Liepāja 2027 expands its team with four new vacancies

The foundation Liepāja 2027 is expanding its team and has announced four new vacancies, inviting applications for the positions of Public Relations Specialist, Sales Specialist, Procurement Specialist and Public Participation Project Coordinator. Applications for all positions are open until 10 March 2026 at 23:59

First (in)sight into the Liepāja – European Capital of Culture 2027 (un)rest highlights programme

On Wednesday, 25 February, Liepāja – European Capital of Culture 2027 revealed the first part of its wide-ranging programme “(un)rest”, which will unfold across Liepāja, South Kurzeme and the Kuldīga regions. The programme brings together music, contemporary art, interdisciplinary projects, public engagement initiatives and community-based activities.

Take a walk through “Illuminated Liepāja: Deliberate Modesty”

“Illuminated Liepāja: Deliberate Modesty” invites residents and visitors to experience the city transformed by light artists over four evenings — 18, 19, 20, and 21 March, from 7.00 pm to 11.00 pm.

26. February, 2026

Europa Cantat will take place in Liepāja, Latvia, in august 2027

In the summer of 2027, from 9 to 15 August, the international choral music festival EUROPA CANTAT will take place in Liepāja, Latvia, bringing together about 3,000 participants from across Europe and around the world.

26. February, 2026

Liepāja 2027 invites local communities to join European Day celebrations through new microgrant initiative

The Liepāja 2027 Foundation has announced the launch of an open microgrant competition “The European Dream in Our Community!” fostering a community spirit and European identity. This initiative will engage local communities through interactive activities and creative workshops.

23. February, 2026

Planning Visit for the International Choral Festival “Europa Cantat 2027” in Liepāja

From 20 to 21 February, the Steering Committee and Music Commission of “Europa Cantat” visited Liepāja to begin preparations for the 22nd International Choral Festival “Europa Cantat 2027”, which will take place in the summer of 2027.

22. February, 2026

Cultural Breakfasts Bring Together Youth and Cultural Leaders in Kuldīga

On Wednesday, 18 February, the Kuldīga Youth House hosted the traditional Cultural Breakfasts organised by the foundation Liepāja 2027, bringing together representatives of the cultural sector, young people, and active members of the community from Kuldīga and the surrounding area.

18. February, 2026

Liepāja 2027 at the Trenčín 2026 Opening

From 13 to 15 February, the opening programme of the 2026 European Capital of Culture, Trenčín, took place in Slovakia. As part of the programme, the city curator Omar Mirza organised a discussion on culture as a driver of placemaking.

16. February, 2026

Residents of Liepāja Invited to Attend Support Event for Ukraine

On Tuesday, 24 February, the Liepāja Latvian Society House invites the public to a donation and support campaign, as well as a charity concert, uniting in shared support to strengthen Ukraine’s resilience.

12. February, 2026

Sculptural Artists Invited to Apply for the SERDE Residency in Aizpute

Sculptural artists are invited to apply for the SERDE Artist Residency in Aizpute, which will take place from 27 July to 9 August 2026. Applications are open until 31 March.

12. February, 2026