Pordenone Italian Capital of Culture 2027: opportunities for tourism, events and business

Pordenone Italian Capital of Culture 2027: opportunities for tourism, events and business

The 12 March 2025, Pordenone has been officially proclaimed Italian Capital of Culture 2027, surpassing nine other finalist cities including Pompeii, Reggio Calabria and Brindisi. The winning project, entitled “Pordenone 2027. Surprising city”, has been praised for his ability to combine tradition and innovation, pointing up cinema, visual arts, community and active participation.

This is a prestigious recognition which will open up new opportunities not only for the cultural and creative sector, but also for the sector tourism, business and hospitality.

Culture, innovation and participation: the heart of the winning project

The application dossier highlighted the peculiarities of Pordenone such as city on a human scale, lively, productive and surprising, able to tell its story through a busy program of events, exhibitions and initiatives that will involve the entire community. The title will be accompanied by a State funding of 1 million euros, intended to support the activities planned for 2027.

The “City that Surprises” project includes:

• Contemporary art and photography exhibitions
• Multidisciplinary festivals
• Events in collaboration with local and national cultural realities
• Actions for urban regeneration and intergenerational involvement

An opportunity for hospitality, business and the local economy

With the expected increase in tourist and cultural flow, accommodation facilities, businesses and economic operators are called to prepare to welcome new visitors, tourists and professionals.

Large-scale cultural events, exhibitions and conferences will also offer new opportunities for meetings, corporate meetings and collaborations between different sectors, encouraging the growth of business linked to culture and hospitality.

Hotel Santin: a strategic base for experiencing Pordenone 2027

In this constantly evolving scenario, structures such asHotell Santin, located a few minutes from the historic center and the Pordenone Fair, are an ideal solution for those looking for comfort, flexibility and services suitable for both cultural tourism and business trips.

Thanks to his equipped meeting room, to strategic position And to proximity to the main cultural locations, the hotel confirms itself as a reference point for those who will visit the city in 2027, both for events and for leisure stays.

Conclusion

The appointment of Pordenone as Italian Capital of Culture 2027 represents a historic opportunity for the entire territory. The combination of culture, tourism and entrepreneurship will be at the center of a transformation that will involve citizens, companies and visitors from all over Italy and abroad.

For those who want to experience up close the preparations and the upcoming events, Hotell Santin offers a practical, central and tailor-made welcome for professionals, tourists and culture enthusiasts.

Book your stay in advance and discover the surprising Pordenone.

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