On Wednesday, 22 April, the introductory symposium of the festival “Atmospheric Waves”, part of the Liepāja – European Capital of Culture 2027 programme, took place.
The event was held as part of the festival “Sound Days”, which has been taking place in Liepāja since 2013 and brings together emerging artists, musicians, students, industry professionals, and other interested participants.
The discussion placed particular emphasis on the interaction between art and the environment—highlighting how important it is for artists to expand their understanding of wind and climate, as well as to seek new ways of conveying these experiences to society. The curator of the “Atmospheric Waves” programme, John Grzinich, emphasised that working with the environment and practising listening can be powerful tools for gaining a deeper understanding of natural processes while also fostering meaningful dialogue with the public.
The festival “Atmospheric Waves” explores wind as a dynamic planetary force that shapes landscapes, weather, and human culture through sound art and listening practices. Liepāja, with its maritime climate, provides an ideal setting for fostering dialogue between art, science, and society.
“Atmospheric Waves” is implemented within the programme “Liepāja – European Capital of Culture 2027” with funding from the Ministry of Culture, the City of Liepāja, and the municipalities of Dienvidkurzeme and Kuldīga. The Liepāja 2027 programme is supported by its main partner in environmental education and sustainability, AS “CleanR Grupa” JSC; its main partner in mobility and international communication, AS “airBaltic Corporation” JSC; and its mobility partner, transport operator SIA “Lux Express Latvia” Ltd. Informational partners – VSIA “Latvian Public Media”, AS “Kurzemes Radio”.
The Liepāja 2027 Foundation is announcing an open co-financing call for the implementation of events within the Liepāja – European Capital of Culture 2027 programme. The call is designed to inspirit the (un)rest programme with contemporary, high-quality cultural events created in partnership with independent organisations from across Latvia. Please submit your applications no later than by 16 June 2026 at 23:59.
On Friday, 29 May, at 17:00, the contemporary art exhibition “At Ease!” will open at the storefronts of 36/38 Graudu Street in Liepāja, where it will remain on view until 29 June. Organised by the Liepāja 2027 Foundation, the exhibition brings together artworks that explore creative practices of peacebuilding.
On Wednesday, April 29, as part of the Liepāja 2027 activities, a Culture Breakfast was held at the Vērgale Culture Center, South Kurzeme region. During this event, at the participants’ proposal, the focus was on community involvement in event planning and organization, as well as volunteer participation in the event process.
