The Union of Baltic Cities Cultural Cities Commission (UBC CCC) will gather in Kaunas, Lithuania on 21–22 April 2026 for its annual on-site meeting. The meeting is hosted by the City of Kaunas and organised together with the current Chair City Espoo.

The meeting will focus on the implementation of the UBC Cultural Cities Commission Action Plan 2026 and the further development of the commission’s strategy for the coming years.
The Cultural Cities Commission serves as a platform for cities across the Baltic Sea Region to exchange knowledge, share best practices and strengthen cooperation in arts and culture. The network works to highlight the importance of culture as a driver for urban resilience, social cohesion and sustainable development.

During the meeting in Kaunas, members will:
• Discuss the new strategy of the Cultural Cities Commission
• Explore how arts and culture can strengthen citizens’ sense of belonging and resilience
• Exchange experiences on culture, creativity and youth participation
• Connect with the wider Nordic-Baltic cultural field through the Nordic Days programme

On 22 April, the commission will also take part in the Educational Forum “Development of Social and Pedagogical Innovations in Education”, organised as part of Nordic Days in Kaunas. The forum offers an opportunity to explore how culture, education and creativity can support the development of future skills and cultural literacy among children and young people.
The meeting brings together cultural professionals, city representatives and partners from across the Baltic Sea Region to strengthen collaboration and develop new initiatives for culture in cities.

More information and registration:

Habib Mohamud
Project designer
City of Espoo
+358 406343610
firstname.lastname@espoo.fi

KAUNAS CITY PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Programme, timetable UBC CCC Kaunas 21.-22.4.2026