European Capital of Culture
Liepāja 2027 — European Capital of Culture
Liepāja, a seaside city in western Latvia, holds the title of European Capital of Culture for 2027, and the whole year brings an expanded programme of concerts, festivals and exhibitions to a place already known as a city of music. This section is your starting point for the trip. From this page you can reach the year's Programme and Events, see where to eat, discover what to do — from the white-sand beach to the Karosta district — and find where to stay before you travel.
Start with the event venue and date
Choose an event from the official programme first. Check the session time and address as well as the date: the cultural year also covers South Kurzeme and Kuldīga. Save your ticket details and allow time for travel, entry and the cloakroom. Plan the rest of your visit around the event.
Where to stay for a cultural event
Compare the accommodation address with the venue and your expected return time. If you plan to walk afterwards, check the actual route on a map. Confirm check-in for late arrival and cancellation terms for changing plans. Do not assume an event ticket includes accommodation or transport.
A meal before the event and a walk the next day
Allow enough time for a meal without rushing to the event. Restaurant or café opening hours do not necessarily mean the kitchen serves food until the event finishes; check separately. Spend a free morning exploring the centre, Seaside Park or Karosta at a pace suited to you and the weather.
Getting around and travelling beyond Liepāja
For several events in one day, check the distance between their addresses. Plan a return journey for an event outside the city; a late finish may affect transport choices. Check public transport for the exact date or book a private transfer with the address, time, passenger count and luggage details.
Verified information about the cultural year
Information was checked against organiser sources on 12 September 2026. The programme may receive additions and changes, so check your chosen event again before booking.
Frequently asked questions
- Has the Liepāja 2027 programme been announced?
- The organiser has published the first events. As the calendar develops, check dates, venues and tickets on each event’s official page.
- Will Liepāja 2027 events take place only in Liepāja?
- The programme also covers South Kurzeme and Kuldīga municipalities. Check the event’s actual address before booking accommodation or transport.
- Does VisitLiepaja sell Liepāja 2027 event tickets?
- VisitLiepaja is an independent trip-planning guide. Buy tickets through the event or ticketing page specified by the organiser.