Chemnitz Unveils Ambitious Program as 2025 European Capital of Culture
The city plans over 1,000 events focusing on democracy, Eastern European roots, and hidden cultural gems.
- Chemnitz will collaborate with 38 other municipalities to host around 1,000 events under the theme 'C the Unseen'.
- Highlights include a major exhibition on Edvard Munch, a sculpture parcours, and a contemporary opera premiere.
- The program emphasizes democracy, community engagement, and the city's Eastern European heritage.
- Key projects include the European Workshop for Culture and Democracy and the '3000 Garages' initiative.
- Chemnitz aims to attract two million visitors and will open the year with a grand street festival on January 18.