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!
During the Liepāja City Council meeting on 23 April, city council members approved the appointment of Kristīne Liepa-Prese as the Board Member on Financial and Legal Matters of the “Foundation Liepāja 2027”.
The first event — the public discussion “Spawning is not a buffet” — will take place on April 25, 2026 at 4 PM on the Venta riverbank at the end of Ventspils Street, opposite the Kuldīga viewing tower. The event will conclude with a campfire concert.
This weekend, April 24 – 25, as part of the Liepāja 2027 – European Capital of Culture program, the 19th International Storytelling Festival “Ziv zup” (Fish Soup) will take place in Kuldīga and Alsunga, continuing to cherish and celebrate the region’s rich tangible cultural heritage – the storytelling tradition, traditional music, and cuisine.
