The Évora_27 programme for 2026 is conceived as a preparatory phase for the central year of Évora_27 — European Capital of Culture. Structured around the concept of Slowness, a theme deeply rooted in Alentejo culture, this programme values time, the relationship with the territory, and artistic creation in dialogue with local communities.

As the European dimension is one of the core principles of the European Capitals of Culture, the 2026 programme offers a wide range of national and international initiatives, embracing interdisciplinary exchanges across various artistic fields, from the performing arts and critical thinking to the promotion of cultural heritage, visual arts, and architecture.

In addition to artistic projects, the programme includes community-based initiatives and activities connected to the territory, as well as strategic programmes that foster reflection, participation, and capacity building within the cultural sector. Among these, the initiative “We Understand Each Other Best Around the Table” stands out, bringing together at the same table the artists participating in the Évora_27 programme and the communities of all municipalities in Central Alentejo, as well as the region’s main cities.

Consult the full document to discover all the initiatives planned for 2026: CLICK HERE

At the invitation of Évora_27, Domínio Público, by creator Roger Bernat (ES), will transform the Teatro Garcia de Resende and its surrounding area into a large-scale collective and participatory board game.

Here, the audience is not simply there to watch. Wearing headphones, participants follow a series of questions and instructions that guide them through the game: some innocent, others less so. What initially appears to be a 3D survey gradually transforms into an unexpected collective fiction.

Admission is free, but participation is subject to headphone availability. To attend and take part in Domínio Público on 25, 26 or 27 September, participants must make a reservation by emailing apoio@evora2027.com, indicating their preferred date and the number of headphones required.