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Viterbo and Tuscia Launch Bid for European Capital of Culture 2033

cultural-heritage · 2026-07-10

Viterbo, the capital of the Tuscia region in Alto Lazio, has officially put forth its bid for the title of European Capital of Culture 2033, forming a coalition that underscores its rich historical heritage. In 2033, the European Union will choose one city from Italy and another from the Netherlands for this honor. Although the Ministry of Culture has yet to make an official announcement, other cities such as Turin, Syracuse, Pesaro, Urbino, and Trieste have also shown interest. The initiative, named Viterbo Tuscia 2033, aims to foster social cohesion and innovation through shared heritage. On Sunday, July 12, from 4 to 9 PM, the Teatro dell'Unione will host the Festa della Candidatura, showcasing various cultural performances. Mayor Chiara Frontini highlighted the necessity of collaboration among institutions, culture, and businesses for a cohesive vision.

Key facts

  • Viterbo leads the candidacy for European Capital of Culture 2033.
  • The European Union will designate one Italian and one Dutch city for 2033.
  • Other Italian candidates include Turin, Syracuse, Pesaro and Urbino, and Trieste.
  • The candidacy slogan is 'Storia viva, futuro presente'.
  • The Festa della Candidatura takes place on July 12, 2026, at Teatro dell'Unione.
  • Alfonso Antoniozzi is the deputy mayor and councillor for European Capital of Culture.
  • Performance SEGNI features dancer Diletta Bindi and musician Andrea Benedetti.
  • Confcommercio Lazio Nord and Confcommercio Cultura Italia have joined as supporters.
  • Mayor Chiara Frontini emphasized the alliance between institutions, culture, and businesses.

Entities

Artists

  • Diletta Bindi
  • Andrea Benedetti

Institutions

  • Teatro dell'Unione
  • Compagnia Teatrale Tetraedro
  • Associazione XXI Secolo
  • Festival Barocco
  • Immagini dal Sud del Mondo
  • TWAIN Centro Produzione Danza
  • JazzUp
  • Consorzio Teatro Tuscia
  • ACTL Lazio
  • Archeoares
  • Confcommercio Lazio Nord
  • Confcommercio Cultura Italia
  • Ministry of Culture
  • European Union
  • Artribune

Locations

  • Viterbo
  • Italy
  • Tuscia
  • Alto Lazio
  • Turin
  • Syracuse
  • Pesaro
  • Urbino
  • Trieste
  • Netherlands
  • Palazzo di Federico II

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