GO!2025 – Nova Gorica and Gorizia, European Capital of Culture 2025

GO!2025 is the official name of the joint project by Nova Gorica (Slovenia) and Gorizia (Italy), together declared European Capital of Culture 2025. A borderless cultural city, symbol of cooperation and reconciliation, hosting hundreds of cultural events, exhibitions, performances, and innovative projects.

Borderless Culture: The Meaning of GO!2025

GO!2025 is a unique challenge: bringing together two cities and two cultures through art, dialogue, and active participation. Nova Gorica and Gorizia become a single cross-border cultural metropolis, promoting a shared European identity.

Where GO!2025 Takes Place

The beating heart of GO!2025 is the cross-border area between Slovenia and Italy. Events are held across both cities and extend to neighboring towns, enhancing a region rich in historical memory, nature, and culture.

GO!2025 Cultural Events: What to See

The GO!2025 program includes internationally renowned cultural and artistic events. Some highlights:

The March for Europe – a mobilization for European unity
Andy Warhol. Beyond Borders – an exhibition about art beyond boundaries
Steve McCurry – Eyes upon the World – photography and humanity
Caravaggio – The Taking of Christ, Federico Buffa Talks, and many more

Innovative and Inclusive Projects

Among the most significant initiatives:

Borderless Body: the first permanent cross-border dance company
The Other Radio: a web radio for minority voices
EPIC: European Platform for the Interpretation of the 20th Century
Basaglia Horse Marko: blending art, memory, and mental health
Walk of Peace, From Station to Station, Museum on the Border

GO!2025 and Sustainable Cultural Tourism

GO!2025 promotes a new model of sustainable cultural tourism, inviting visitors to discover the Collio hills, the WWI trenches, the historic architecture, and the shared squares between Italy and Slovenia. Culture becomes a driver for local development and hospitality.