Italian Book Capital 2027: 31 applications submitted to the Ministry of

Italian Book Capital 2027: 31 applications at the Ministry of Culture

The Ministry of Culture received 31 applications for the title of Italian Book Capital 2027, reflecting growing local commitment to promoting reading and cultural policies.

• 31 applications submitted;
• 7 aggregated proposals, involving a total of 92 municipalities;
• The submission deadline expired on 18 April 2026;
• The selection will take place in the coming months to identify the city awarded the 2027 title.

Applications include detailed project dossiers and strategies to enhance books and reading as tools for cultural development and social cohesion. The initiative aims to support promotional activities across territories and strengthen networks among libraries, schools, associations and local institutions.