A Spotlight on the European Capital of Culture at Alpe-Adria Fair 2025

This year, the European Capital of Culture takes center stage at the Alpe-Adria Fair. In 2025, Nova Gorica (Slovenia) and Gorizia (Italy) will unite as the first-ever cross-border European Capital of Culture, under the banner GO! 2025. Once divided by a border, these two cities now offer a unique opportunity to explore history, culture, and art without boundaries.

What Will GO! 2025 Bring to the Fair?
Under the auspices of the Slovenian Tourist Board, the cross-border project GO! 2025 will captivate visitors at the Alpe-Adria Fair with a rich and diverse program that highlights artistic and cultural happenings at the crossroads of Slovenian and Italian heritage. Visitors can enjoy a variety of activities, including:

Talks with Artists and Creators: Notably, Anja Medved and Nadja Velušček will share insights into their works, which delve into stories from the borderland region.
Book Presentations and Storytelling Sessions: A standout is the book Naš vsakdanji kino (Our Everyday Cinema), exploring cultural connections through film.
Film Screenings and Musical Performances: Visitors can watch select documentaries and enjoy musical acts, including a flash mob as part of the From Nice to Gorizia project.
Artistic Interventions and Circus Highlights: The program also features surprises in the form of visual and performance art.

An Invitation to Collaborate
In addition to its engaging showcase, the GO! 2025 pavilion will feature daily presentations of the official opening ceremony, scheduled for February 8, marking the start of this prestigious title year. Visitors will learn about key projects such as the Tactile Gallery, The Season of Story Harvesting, and Ab Initio, which will enrich the cultural calendar in Nova Gorica and Gorizia throughout 2025.

A focus will also be placed on volunteer participation, showcasing the dedication and energy of individuals helping to bring the Capital of Culture’s vision to life. The Alpe-Adria Fair will serve as a vibrant meeting place for those inspired by contemporary culture and the arts.

Why You Shouldn’t Miss This
The presentation of GO! 2025 at the Alpe-Adria Fair is an excellent opportunity to preview the events that will define Nova Gorica and Gorizia’s year as the first cross-border European Capital of Culture. Visitors will gain unique insights into artistic visions, borderland stories, and the creative synergy uniting these two cities.

Don’t miss this extraordinary cultural experience at Alpe-Adria – the 35th tourism fair that connects and inspires!