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Tirana hosts Egyptian Cultural Week showcasing ancient heritage and artistic traditions
From July 8 to 12, Tirana will host the Egyptian Cultural Week, a multi-day cultural program designed to bring Albanian audiences closer to the rich legacy of Egyptian civilization by...
Restored Ottoman-era Hammam opens to the public in Durrës with cultural event
A cultural evening titled “Epidamn of Heritage and Art” was held last night inside the recently restored Ottoman-era Hammam in Durrës, the first artistic event ever hosted in the monument....
Korça hosts 7th edition of “Moto & Rock Fest”
The city of Korça became the center of national attention this past weekend as it hosted the 7th edition of the “Moto & Rock Fest,” drawing hundreds of visitors, motorcycle...
Devoll starts building museum for famous writer Dritëro Agolli
The foundation stone has been laid for the new Dritëro Agolli Museum in Menkulas, Devoll, the birthplace of the renowned Albanian writer. The project officially began today during a ceremony...
Korça hosts special edition of French Cultural Week, blending art, music, and culinary traditions
The city of Korça comes alive with a dedicated edition of French Cultural Week, taking place from June 14 to 24. Organized as part of the fourth season of Albania’s...
Jenny Berggren of “Ace of Base” delivers nostalgic concert in Tirana
Jenny Berggren, lead singer of the iconic Swedish pop group Ace of Base, electrified a large crowd in Skanderbeg Square with a vibrant concert on Tuesday night, marking her first-ever...
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Tirana to promote intercultural dialogue during ALForum 2025
Published on June 17, 2025
Tirana will host one of the most significant regional events of the year, ALForum 2025, taking place from June 18 to 20 and bringing together...
Why is this important: The event also marks the official proclamation of Tirana as the Mediterranean Capital of Culture and Dialogue for 2025, a prestigious title awarded by the Anna Lindh Foundation and the Union for the Mediterranean.
Over 700 rare works on display in new Mediterranean history exhibition in Tirana
Published on June 16, 2025
Over 700 rare historical works, including original books, manuscripts, maps, and engravings dating from the 14th to 19th centuries, will go on public display as...
Why is this important: The exhibition is part of the cultural program leading up to Tirana’s designation as Mediterranean Capital of Culture and Dialogue 2025, a year-long celebration of cross-cultural heritage and dialogue in the region.
Albania hosts Swedish Culture Week: a celebration of art, music, and community
Published on June 16, 2025
Swedish Culture Week, held from June 13 to 19, is celebrating the connection between Sweden and Albania through a dynamic mix of art, music, and...
UNUM Festival 2025 brings global beats to Shëngjin
Published on June 9, 2025
The sixth edition of the UNUM Festival, one of the Balkans’ premier open-air electronic music events, is underway at Rana e Hedhun beach in Shëngjin,...
Why is this important: Now a signature event of Albania’s summer season, UNUM has become a gateway to the country’s rising profile as both a cultural and coastal destination. It’s no longer just the UNUM Festival, it’s UNUM of Shëngjin.
From puppets to rock: Israeli Cultural Week brings artistic diversity to Albania
Published on June 9, 2025
From June 9 to 12, Tirana will host Israeli Cultural Week, offering a rich lineup of events showcasing the diversity and creativity of Israeli art...