In 2028, the city of Skopje (North Macedonia) will be European Capital of Culture alongside Bourges (France) and Budweiss (Czech Republic). Skopje 2028 is guided by the motto “Culture Over Division”, reflecting the city’s historic role as a place of encounter, resilience, and solidarity.

Skopje, the capital of North Macedonia, will be the European Capital of Culture in 2028, together with the cities of Bourges (France) and Budweis (Czech Republic). In recent days, Skopje 2028 launched a call for cultural and artistic projects.

In 2028, České Budějovice (Budweis), a city in the Czech Republic, will be the European Capital of Culture alongside the French city of Bourges and Skopje, North Macedonia.

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.

Residency from October 13 to December 15, 2025 in Clermont-Ferrand, FranceApplication deadline: July 5, 2025