In 2033, following the successful experience of Matera 2019, it will once again be Italy’s turn to designate the European Capital of Culture. The call for applications from the Italian Ministry of Culture has not yet been published and, in all likelihood and in keeping with tradition, is expected to be released six years in advance, meaning sometime between the end of this year and the middle of next year.

Nine places across the UK have been longlisted to be the next UK City of Culture in 2029 and will each benefit from a funding boost to support their bid for the title.

The competition between cities hoping to win the title of European Capital of Culture in 2032 is now in full flow in Denmark. This will be the third time: the first time was Copenhagen in 1996, the second Aarhus in 2017.

In 2032, Denmark will share the title with a city in Bulgaria.

The first official meeting between the Moroccan city and Matera, designated Mediterranean Capitals of Culture and Dialogue 2026 as part of the initiative promoted by the Union for the Mediterranean and the Anna Lindh Foundation, took place on Friday 12 and Saturday 13 December in Tétouan.

The capital city of Podgorica was officially declared the European Youth Capital 2028 in the last days. This prestigious title is one of the most significant European recognitions in the field of youth policies, awarded to cities that demonstrate exceptional commitment to young people, their development, participation, and the creation of inclusive urban policies.