Designers spend too much time on the work around the real design work. In this hands-on workshop we will explore how AI can take on the technical heavy lifting and help you streamline processes, so you can make more time and space for the actual creative work.
Dive into Bulgaria’s communist era through its most significant historical site – The National Palace of Culture. During the 2-hour-long tour inside The National Palace of Culture, find out about the history of socialism in Bulgaria, the pros and cons of the period, and the relation between the communist government and art, culture, religion, industry, and everyday life of the people.
Explore Sofia’s vibrant urban art scene and uncover striking murals, creative street pieces and iconic graffiti. Led by experts from the cultural organization behind many of the city’s most notable street art projects, this tour offers an insider’s look at the artists and stories shaping Sofia’s creative landscape.
Discover the essential highlights of Sofia on a curated walk through its most emblematic landmarks. This tour offers a balanced introduction to the city’s ancient heritage, cultural layers and modern atmosphere – featuring key sites, lively squares and beautifully preserved architecture.
Open Studio Visits offer a unique opportunity to step inside some of Sofia’s most prominent design and creative studios during the European Design Festival. Guests are welcomed by the teams, gaining first-hand insight into their processes, environments, and ways of thinking.
Argentinian-born, Los Angeles–based artist Sebastian Curi presents a newly commissioned site-specific exhibition at L44 for the European Design Festival 2026.
The exhibition traces the development of Bulgarian children’s illustrated books – from their early forms to contemporary authors – through a carefully curated selection of editions.
Projects for original spatial publications for children by graduating bachelor students from the Book, Illustration, and Print Graphics department at the National Academy of Art in Sofia.
The 2026 edition of the poster initiative AndNowEast premieres in Sofia as a central exhibition of the European Design Festival, continuing its focus on contemporary visual culture in Eastern Europe.
Blending digital innovation with critical thinking, students present diverse interpretations of ex-centric design that reflect pressing societal themes
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European Design Awards 2026
Continue the evening in a setting shaped by Sofia’s contemporary creative scene
The ED-Awards crowning event at Lumiere Hall, National Palace of Culture
On this guided tour, you will take a walk through the historical city centre of Ljubljana to explore all the major sights and, through them, get to know the city’s history, art, architecture, and way of life in the past and present.
A landmark anniversary for one of the world’s oldest art biennials
Buy Tickets WhenFriday, June 6, 10:00 – 13:00Saturday, June 7, 11:00 – 12:00 LocationWhite HallGrand Hotel UnionMiklošičeva cesta 1, Ljubljana Ticket€122,00pre-registration required Friday, june 610:00–13:00
Design ethics, AI, and professionalism at the heart of Europe
Keynote talks and panel discussions with Europe’s creative thinkers
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