From May 7 to 10, 2026, Belluno will host QUA FUORI – Where Europe Begins, the festival promoted by GAL Prealpi and Dolomiti in collaboration with the EUROPE DIRECT Montagna Veneta Center.
Co-financed by the European Union, the festival aims to create a space for dialogue between local dimensions and global scenarios, encouraging discussion on the future of the EU and promoting greater awareness of current international issues.
During the four days, meetings, in-depth discussions, and cultural initiatives will involve youth and citizens, offering opportunities for dialogue on issues related to the relationships between Europe, the East, Africa, and the Middle East with high-profile guests.
Thursday, May 7 at 5:00 PM at Palazzo Crepadona: QUA FUORI – No One is Small
Europe to Read. Many stories, one voice. Guided reading workshop for children aged 9 to 14, with Livio Vianello.
Friday, May 8 at 10:00 AM at Centro Giovanni XXIII: QUA FUORI – It's All a Theater
On the paths to Europe. Theatrical performance by and with Mattia Cason, Alessandro Conte and Muhammad ‘Abd al-Mun’im.
Friday, May 8 at 8:45 PM at Palazzo Crepadona: QUA FUORI – It's the East
Where everything is far but everything concerns us. Simone Pieranni, journalist and China expert, author of the podcasts Altri Orienti and Fuori di qui, will tell us about the East and its relations with Europe. Moderated by: Luisa Venturin
Saturday, May 9 at 4:30 PM at Lettherarium: QUA FUORI – It's Europe Coffee
Travel, volunteering, and training in Europe. Coffee and chats with young people about EU policies and opportunities.
Saturday, May 9 at 8:45 PM at Palazzo Crepadona: QUA FUORI – It's the Middle East
Where everything intertwines. Barbara Serra, journalist for BBC, SkyNews, Al Jazeera, and Rai, introduces us to the links between Europe and the Middle East. Moderated by: Nicola Maccagnan
Sunday, May 10 at 2:30 PM at Palazzo Crepadona: QUA FUORI – Europe Goes Boing!
Wow! Oops! EU! Workshop for a comic-book Europe, curated by Luca Debus, for children aged 9 to 13.
Sunday, May 10 at 6:30 PM at Palazzo Crepadona: QUA FUORI – It's Africa
A sea away. Francesca Sibani, editor of Internazionale, will take us to Africa, (still) a land of conquest and departures. Moderated by: Michela Fregona
All events are free admission until seats are filled. Booking is recommended at the following site: EventBrite.
