Hearings for the Italian Capital of Culture 2028 conclude today

The hearings of the ten finalist cities in the running for the title of Italian Capital of Culture 2028 conclude this afternoon, February 27, 2026. The meetings, which took place on the 26th and today in the Sala Spadolini of the Ministry of Culture in Rome, represent the final moment of this selection phase, which is crucial for the choice of the winning city.

Each city had the opportunity to present its application dossier before a panel of experts, illustrating cultural strategies, programs and territorial development vision, as well as answering questions from the jurors. The hearings were divided into sessions of one hour each, allowing for a detailed exploration of the specifics of each project. At the end of the hearings, the jury will have all the necessary elements to evaluate the finalist projects and make an indication to the Minister of Culture, Alessandro Giuli, on the city to be proclaimed Italian Capital of Culture 2028. The official announcement of the winner is expected by March 27, 2026. The chosen city will benefit from a grant of one million euros earmarked for the implementation of the initiatives included in the candidacy dossier. The Italian Capital of Culture initiative, promoted by the Ministry of Culture-Department of Cultural Activities, aims to enhance the national heritage and encourage the planning of cities under the banner of culture, which is considered an engine of development, innovation and social cohesion.

The work schedule included, on Thursday, Feb. 26, hearings on Anagni (Frosinone) with the dossier Hernica Saxa. Where history binds, culture unites, Ancona with Ancona. This now, Catania with Catania continues, Colle di Val d’Elsa (Siena) with Colle28. For Everyone, Everywhere and Forli with The Paths of Beauty. On Friday, Feb. 27, Gravina in Puglia with Radici al futuro, Massa with La Luna, la pietra. Where Tyrrhenian and Apuane meet history, Mirabella Eclano (Avellino) with The Appian Way of Peoples, Sarzana with The Fearless. Sarzana crossroads of the future, and Tarquinia with Culture is flight.

All sessions are public and are streamed live on the Ministry of Culture’s YouTube channel.

Hearings for the Italian Capital of Culture 2028 conclude today

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