Cities in Dialogue: people, culture and public spaces

Cities in Dialogue is a two-day international conference where municipalities, urbanists, and the cultural sector meet to exchange experiences on how culture and participation shape more inclusive, vibrant public spaces.
Join us on 26–27 November 2026 in Prague – register now as capacity is limited! (free to attend but registration is required)
How can culture and community participation shape more inclusive, vibrant public spaces?
Be a part of a conference that brings together municipalities, artists, and civil society to collaborate across sectors and borders. 

Through exchange, dialogue, and shared learning we will explore how culture can play a meaningful role in shaping public space and urban life.

Over two days in Prague you will engage with real-world examples, conversations, and participatory formats that challenge perspectives, inspire new ideas, and strengthen collaboration.
Take inspiration back to your city
Real-world case studies from cities across Europe
Honest conversations about what works and doesn't in cultural participation
Practical frameworks and approaches for your own city context
New connections across sectors: municipal administration, urban planning, culture, and civil society
Speakers include Petra Marko (Metropolitan Institute of Bratislava), as well as municipal representatives, cultural practitioners and artists from across Europe.

Whether you work inmunicipal administration, urban planning, mobility, culture, or civil society, this is an opportunity to connect with others working across cities, and to take part in an open conversation about reimagining the future of our public spaces.
Further Information
On Thursday 26th October, the conference runs from 09:30–15:30.
On Friday 27th October will be focused on collaboration with key CYCLE UP! stakeholders and will be invite only.
The event will take place in English, with select sessions translated into Czech.
Lunch is included and refreshments will be provided throughout the day.
Find out more information about directions, accessibility and facilities at the venue  or reach out to CYCLE UP! project manager, Adele (adele.newman@goethe.de) in case of any questions.
For more information about the CYCLE UP! Project, read about who we are and what we do, see our events, and the resources we have created.
We are looking forward to welcoming you in Prague!
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