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”.
In a warm and informal setting, each of the 11 participating communities – from towns across the (un)rest Land – shared their ideas, experiences and accomplishments. From Pāvilosta to Ziemupe, Aizpute to Kuldīga, Liepāja and Otaņķi – the programme sparked meaningful action and lasting connections. With screen presentations, storytelling, DIY tote bag printing and informal conversations, the atmosphere was filled with creativity and commitment.
What became clear: this pilot year exceeded expectations. Participants are already looking forward to continuing the programme in 2026 and 2027 with even more energy and ambition!
Big thanks to everyone involved – this is just the beginning!
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.
