EU competences in the field of culture Strategic framework for the EU's cultural policy Cultural policy cooperation at the EU level Culture in cities and regions Culture in cities and regions European Capitals of Culture Designated Capitals of Culture International cultural relations Regulatory framework Selected themes Selected themes Cultural heritage Cohesion and well being Gender equality Ecosystem supporting artists Mobility of artists and cultural professionals Data on the cultural sector European Union Prizes and Initiatives Show all years Oulu and Trenčín 2026 European Capitals of Culture in Finland and Slovakia. Oulu Reports Pre-selection Report - European Capital of Culture 2026, Finland English (PDF - 545.76 KB - pages) Download Selection Report - European Capital of Culture 2026, Finland English (PDF - 880.05 KB - 27 pages) Download Trenčín Reports Pre-selection Report - European Capital of Culture 2026, Slovakia English (PDF - 1.31 MB - 33 pages) Download Selection Report - European Capital of Culture 2026, Slovakia English (PDF - 1.33 MB - 24 pages) Download