European Economic and Social Committee, 30 April 2026, International

The European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) held a high-level debate demonstrating that culture is not a luxury, but a strategic asset for democracy, social cohesion and Europe’s economic resilience. Speakers call for stronger political recognition and sustained investment to turn ambition into action.

Radio Cayman One, 29 April 2026, Cayman Islands

Heritage Month is not simply a series of events, but a national celebration that brings together Cayman’s diverse cultural expressions to tell the story of who we are as Caymanians. Through a dynamic programme of activities across Grand Cayman and Cayman Brac, the initiative creates opportunities for the public to connect with the traditions, values and experiences that continue to shape Caymania…

Connect for Culture Africa, 28 April 2026, Côte d'Ivoire

Held biennially in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, the Marché des Arts du Spectacle Africain (MASA) is one of Africa’s leading platforms for the performing arts, combining a professional marketplace, public festival, and capacity-building programme. Its unique role as both a cultural market and public-facing festival makes it a key space for artistic exchange, sector dialogue, and partnership building ac…

World Health Organization, 28 April 2026, Ukraine

The healing power of art is the focus of a new national campaign in Ukraine, launched by WHO/Europe and partners, including the Jameel Arts & Health Lab and Art Therapy Force. Healing Arts Ukraine will bring arts-based approaches to support Ukraine’s health system and strengthen resilience in the face of conflict.

United Nations Development Programme - UNDP, 27 April 2026, Kyrgyzstan

On 25 April, Bishkek hosted Create4Design in the Age of AI, the flagship event of Creativity Week held in celebration of World Creativity and Innovation Day. The festival once again reaffirmed its role as Kyrgyzstan’s leading national platform bringing together the creative sector, business, education, technology leaders and development partners to help shape the future of the country’s economy.

Travel and Tour World, 25 April 2026, New Caledonia

The 14th Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture (FestPAC 14) promises to be a landmark event in 2028, as New Caledonia takes centre stage to showcase the vibrant and diverse cultures of the Pacific Islands. With the recent signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) and the Government of New Caledonia, the groundwork is laid to combine culture with…