At the end of August, representatives from EU–Japan Fest visited Liepāja and Kuldīga.
The visit provided an opportunity to showcase the rich cultural heritage and artistic assets of both cities and the surrounding region, emphasizing their significance within Latvia’s broader cultural landscape.
This visit was a chance to experience first-hand the creative spirit of our Land of (un)rest, to exchange ideas, and to prepare together for Liepāja’s journey as the European Capital of Culture 2027.
The EU-Japan Fest is a collaborative cultural exchange initiative between the European Union and Japan, emphasizing the promotion of multicultural awareness and cooperation.
Annually, the organization lends support to Japan-related programs, spanning concerts, music events, theatre performances, art exhibitions, literary events, and more, held in existing and future European Capitals of Culture. The fundamental goal of the EU-Japan Fest is to cultivate cultural understanding, dialogue, and cooperation between Europeans and Japanese.
On Lāčplēsis Day, we will come together in the light to honour those who fought for our freedom and reaffirm our sense of belonging to our country.
On Friday, 6 November, Liepāja 2027 – European Capital of Culture held its final monitoring meeting with the international panel of experts appointed by the European Commission.
On November 4, the Great Amber Concert Hall in Liepāja hosted the Liepāja – European Capital of Culture 2027 (Liepāja 2027) international conference Cultural Renovation, this year with the theme ‘All My Relations’, focused on art’s ability to build relationships, strengthen a sense of belonging, and promote public participation.
