Aalborg as European Capital of Culture 2032

European Capital of Culture Candidate City

AA32 – with Roots and Reach

Aalborg is a story of transformation. From the smoke-filled chimneys of industry to a powerhouse of knowledge and culture. Now we are taking the next big leap: Aalborg is aiming to become a European Capital of Culture in 2032 – together with our neighbouring municipalities in North Jutland.

European Capital of Culture

Aalborg as Capital of Culture

Aalborg Municipality is working to become a European Capital of Culture in 2032. This is an ambition we share with our neighbouring municipalities in North Jutland, as we aim to create a cultural capital that is broad in scope and involves the entire region.

AA32

News

27.04.2026

Open Sparring about your ideas for AA32

As part of the Open Call for projectproposals, you now have the opportunity to present your idea to the upcoming prog...

Paneldrøftelse til opstartskonference af AA32

26.03.2026

Open Call – Programme Panel for AA32

Aalborg, together with the entire North Jutland region, aims to become a European Capital of Culture in 2032. This re...

26.03.2026

Open Call - Project Proposals for AA32

Our application to become a European Capital of Culture in 2032 must present an ambitious programme that is rooted in...

Inspirationskonference for AA32 i Nordkraft

23.03.2026

Thank you to everyone who participate...

The City of Aalborg’s Department of Culture, together with Kulturkanten, hosted a major cultural inspiration day at N...