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Nova Gorica – Gorizia 2025, the first cross-border European Capital of Culture: a vision for the future of Europe!

February 2025

On February 8th, 2025, Nova Gorica and Gorizia will launch their European Capital of Culture (ECoC) 2025 journey, marking a historic first for a cross-border ECoC. United under the slogan "GO! Borderless", the two cities embody a shared vision of transcending barriers and fostering unity. Their successful joint bid for the ECoC title was itself groundbreaking, as the first-ever transnational application in the program’s history.

The programme of GO! 2025 will include over 600 events.

It focuses on four fundamental pillars:

1.conflict and reconciliation, focusing on the turbulent history of the region;
2. innovation;
3. cultural exchange across borders and;
4. sustainable and zero-waste events and activities.

“The cross-border ECoC GO! 2025 is centered on the principle of an intentionally open border, celebrating the rich heritage and diversity that thrive on both sides of the border. The concept of a “borderless capital”, serving as a living laboratory for deeper cooperation across nations with different political systems, languages and cultures, is not only symbolic but profoundly relevant in today’s climate. As Europe faces a resurgence of border controls and heightened restrictions, the project offers a bold and hopeful counter-narrative, underscoring the urgency of fostering openness, dialogue, and cultural exchange.”

Source : https://futurium.ec.europa.eu/en/border-focal-point-network/news/first-cross-border-european-capital-culture-nova-gorica-gorizia-2025

More info: https://www.go2025.eu/en