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Jerez will incorporate the work of the candidacy process for European Capital of Culture 2031 into its cultural strategy
#Jerez2031 will not participate in the final selection for European Capital of Culture 2031, the result of which will be announced this December. The provincial

#Jerez2031 presents the objectives and program of its candidacy to become European Capital of Culture before an international panel of experts
The defense team today detailed the unique aspects of a proposal that envisions culture as an engine of transformation and opportunity and that calls for a reconnection with European values.

Jerez will host an international symposium on European experiences in measuring the effects and impacts of major cultural and artistic events on March 25
This forum is being held within the framework of Jerez’s candiacy to become European Capital of Culture in 2031 and is organized by the University of Cádiz, with the participation of international specialists.

The #Jerez2031 candidacy will be presented tomorrow in Madrid, backed by a transparent and participatory process
In recent weeks, the process has included numerous meetings with cultural, social, and educational stakeholders, the media, the Cultural Council, and the Special Capital of Culture Commission, in which all municipal groups participate.

The Governing Council of #Jerez2031 holds a working session to discuss the defense of the candidacy
A team of ten people, led by the Mayor of Jerez and comprised of cultural managers and professionals of various ages from across the province, will defend Jerez’s candidacy for European Capital of Culture on March 10 in Madrid. The meeting included an informational breakfast with the media to provide details about the process.

#Jerez2031 promotes the launch of issue 26 of the International Journal of Periférica
Periférica considers culture a fundamental right and an essential global public good for the democratic health of citizens. The Jerez Chamber of Commerce Coworking space hosted an event this afternoon where “Living in Culture: 25 Years of Periférica Internacional” was also presented.

Riquelme Palace highlights new cultural spaces in Jerez with an exhibition on its rehabilitation
This initiative aligns with the strategy of Jerez’s candidacy to become European Capital of Culture in 2031, aiming to transform the surrounding area and safeguard its legacy. The building now boasts five exhibition halls.

Culture and the defense of European values unite the cities of Jerez and Victoria (Malta)
The two cities, candidates to become European Capital of Culture in 2031, officially sealed their twinning today with a solemn ceremony presided over by the mayors of both municipalities.

Nearly one hundred associations from Jerez and Victoria (Malta) held a working session to promote joint cultural and inclusion projects
The initiative was attended by the mayors of both cities and strengthens ties between them as part of their candidacy to become European Capital of Culture 2031 and on the eve of their official twinning ceremony scheduled for tomorrow

Tomorrow marks the start of the 30th Jerez Festival, further solidifying the city’s position as a global flamenco hub.
This international event promotes the values of inclusion, diversity, and innovation of #Jerez2031 and features a total of 48 performances scheduled between February 20th and March 7th

#Jerez2031 presents the strategic documents prepared by the candidacy to the cultural, educational, and heritage sectors of the province
The information session held this afternoon marks the beginning of a results return process through information and open access to various documents prepared in recent months: Strategic Plan Review, Study of Cultural Practices, and online mapping of facilities.

The #Jerez2031 Cultural Council analyzes the strategic documents prepared by the candidacy
Jerez 2031 is promoting a process of providing feedback to the cultural sector with the review of the Strategic Plan and the Study of Cultural Practices. The candidacy is developing a set of strategic documents that are accessible and open to the public.

The Jerez Festival presents its 30th edition in Madrid with a program that embraces diversity, innovation, and inclusion.
This international event promotes the values of #Jerez2031 and will take place between February 20 and March 7, 2026. It features 48 performances, 15 of which are premieres.

Jerez receives the title of Spanish Capital of Gastronomy 2026
The city celebrates the legacy and dynamism of its gastronomic culture and demonstrates its capacity to lead national and international projects

The Federation of Neighborhood Associations Solidaridad presents the Ágora Jerez project for the promotion and development of participatory culture
The initiative is fully aligned with the #Jerez2031 candidacy for European Capital of Culture 2031.