31/07/2025
July – A Month of Classical Music and Contemporary Dance.
Two of the most eagerly awaited highlights of the European Capital of Culture 2025 Nova Gorica – Gorizia are just around the corner: the dance performance Borderless Body by MN Dance Company (3, 5 and 6 July) and the piano recital Meeting Point by virtuoso Alexander Gadjiev (17 and 20 July). Tickets are already on sale – don’t miss the chance to be part of a story that will be talked about for years to come!
Until 6 July, classical music lovers can enjoy concerts as part of the Prečkanja – Sconfinamenti festival. This weekend also marks the start of the contemporary clown and new circus festival, designed for audiences of all ages. On 1 July, the immersive project Non-permanent residence begins, offering visitors a first-hand glimpse into the experience of a refugee. On 4 and 5 July, an experimental music piece by composer Fausto Romitelli will be performed in both Gorizia and Ljubljana. On 17 July, the 44th edition of the Sergio Amidei Award for film screenwriting gets underway, while the film summer continues with Silvan Furlan open-air cinema with screenings starting from 23 July.
The GO! 2025 accompanying programme also promises excitement: today sees the launch of the Gora Rocka festival. On 3 July, the newly revamped Casa Rossa arena in Gorizia will be inaugurated by Thirty Seconds to Mars. That same day marks the beginning of the experimental music festival Sajeta, followed by legendary artist Sting on 9 July and Robbie Williams on 17 July.
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