In 28–29 January, Liepāja 2027 and colleagues from the city, took part in “Filmlink” project working visit to Tartu. The project is part of the Interreg Estonia–Latvia Programme and is set to make a significant contribution to the growth of Liepāja’s creative industries.
On day one, they attendedan experience-sharing seminar, gaining insights into film industry practices from Germany, Finland, Estonia, and Lithuania – including film festivals, funds, and studios. On day two, visited sTARTUp Day to build connections, learn, and immerse themselves in a startup mindset.
FILMLINK helps two film regions – Tartu and Liepāja – to better understand and strengthen the cultural, social, and economic impact of filmmaking. By sharing knowledge, analysing experiences, and collaborating, the project lays the groundwork for a long-term cross-border partnership in the Baltic film industry. For Liepāja, FILMLINK is part of its Kino Sapnis / Film Days programme, one of the thematic pillars of Liepāja – European Capital of Culture 2027.
The total budget of the FILMLINK project is €87,357.50, of which €39,175 has been allocated to Liepāja. This includes €31,340 (80%) from the Interreg Estonia-Latvia programme and €7,835 (20%) in co-financing from the Liepāja City Municipality. The project will run until the end of 2026.
Thanks to our colleagues at Tartu Film Fund for their hospitality and advice! Looking forward to the next working sessions – online and in April in Liepāja.
On 11 April, Liepāja 2027 will take to the stage at Tallinn Music Week 2026’s City Stage to present the concept of Liepāja – European Capital of Culture 2027: (un)rest.
With this open call for artists to participate in the exhibition and symposium, the association “ASTE. Art, Science, Technology, Education” launches the project “ElektrON – The Future of Amber”, interpreting the heritage of amber—along with the future potential of other fossil materials—through a symbiosis of art and science, within the programme “Liepāja – European Capital of Culture 2027”. Applications to participate in the project can be submitted by 23:59 on 19 April.
On July2, experimental music festival Skaņu Mežs will hold an exclusive mini-edition in the city of Liepāja, featuring musical acts and sound artists from Latvia, Japan, Norway, United Kingdom, Sweden and Germany.
