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Vienna meets Tirana: Austrian Cultural Week celebrates art and Europe
Tirana continues its vibrant cultural season with the Austrian Cultural Week, taking place from October 28 to 31. The program features concerts, literary meetings, and discussions that bring to the...
“La Sylphide” brings the magic of romantic ballet to Tirana
The timeless romantic ballet La Sylphide will be performed on the stage of the Albanian National Opera and Ballet on November 3, 4, and 5. This production brings to life one of...
Kazakhstan Cultural Week debuts in Albania with music and cinema
Kazakhstan’s Cultural Week is being held in Albania for the first time, bringing a rich celebration of music, cinema, and cultural exchange. The week opened on October 19 with a...
Inside the world of Dritëro Agolli: a rare exhibition at his Tirana Home-Studio
A year after the inauguration of the Dritëro Agolli House-Studio in Tirana, a rare exhibition has opened to the public, offering an intimate look into the creative world of one of Albania’s...
BIG wins international competition to design Albania’s “Faith Park” in Tirana
The Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) has won the international design competition for Albania’s “Faith Park,” a landmark project that will transform a former military site in Petrela into a space...
Albania in historic win over Serbia in Leskovac, takes major step toward 2026 World Cup
Albania achieved a historic 1–0 victory over Serbia in Leskovac, in one of the most anticipated matches of the World Cup qualifiers. The only goal of the game came from...
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Japanese Cultural Week brings the spirit of Japan to Tirana
Published on October 13, 2025
From judo and karate tournaments to culinary and cinematic experiences, the Japanese Cultural Week in Tirana, held from October 12-18, offers the public an immersive...
Serbia on edge ahead of Albania match: Federation chief warns of FIFA sanctions
Published on October 9, 2025
Anxiety is running high in both Albania and Serbia ahead of the much-anticipated World Cup qualifier against Albania, a fixture still haunted by memories of...
Why is this important: The Belgrade incident remains one of the most controversial moments in European football. While the game in Tirana proceeded without any problems, the meeting in Serbia is awaited with anxiety and authorities are determined to prevent any repeat that could bring severe FIFA sanctions — including a multi-year suspension from international competitions.
Dutch Cultural Week in Tirana brings art, sport, and dialogue
Published on October 9, 2025
Dutch Cultural Week in Tirana brings art, sport, and dialogue From October 9 to 11, Tirana will host the Dutch Cultural Week, celebrating 55 years...
A week of German culture in Albania: from street festival to Bach and Blues
Published on October 9, 2025
The German Cultural Week, held from October 3 to 8 across Albania, brought together a vibrant blend of music, art, film, and intercultural exchange, celebrating...
Albania trains in full squad; Silvinho calls up Gripshi for Serbia & Jordan matches
Published on October 7, 2025
The Albanian national football team held a full training session on Monday afternoon at the “House of Football,” as preparations intensify ahead of the friendly...
Why is this important: The two upcoming matches are seen as crucial tests for Silvinho’s squad, both tactically and mentally, as Albania continues to build momentum following a solid qualifying campaign.