#EuropeForCulture

During August, Europe House celebrated youth culture and activities in partnership with the Sarajevo Film Festival with fresh, new initiatives.

As part of #EuropeForCulture activities, Europe House hosted numerous programs in cooperation with the 31st edition of Sarajevo Film Festival, supported by the European Union’s Creative Europe program. Talents Sarajevo is the first regional training program for film professionals in Southeast Europe created in partnership with the Berlin International Film Festival, which this year provided 50 film professionals with rich content to develop partnerships, skills and a presence on the international stage.

As part of this program, Europe House supported the organisation of Script Station workshops to help film professionals develop scripts, create content and collaborate on story development, with the support of mentors. We also supported the organisation of Pack & Pitch workshops, a program that helps directors and producers prepare their projects for marketing.

Also, the info stand of the Creative Europe Desk in BiH was presented at the Festival Square, offering visitors the opportunity to learn about

During the closing night of this edition of Sarajevo Film Festival, a concert was held in the heart of Sarajevo in cooperation with the Garden of Dreams festival, which gathered around 30,000 people, with performances by local artists and Layla Benitez from New York.

#EU4Youth

As part of our #EU4Youth activities, on the occasion of International Youth Day, a video was published in cooperation with the Young European Ambassadors from Bosnia and Herzegovina, highlighting the views of young people on their future, the European integration process and the values ​​of the EU. The interactive Quizomania quiz was held in Živinice, Trebinje and Cazin, providing young people with an opportunity to have fun and test their knowledge of the history, culture, sports and landmarks of the EU.

Europe House Lab: Curiosity Club workshops were held across the country to provide opportunities for fun and learning for kids. Students explored and learned about the world of science, with the aim of encouraging career development in these sectors and supporting future scientists.

#EUforBiH

As part of the #EUforBiH activities, the ongoing #closEUp campaign continues to provide interesting facts about the member states of the European Union. In August, Hungary was presented through one of the greatest staplers of this country – paprika – which is both a cultural symbol and an important part of the country’s gastronomy.

#EuropeHouse

Since opening its doors to the public in October 2023, 402 events have been held at Europe House with more than 43,000 visitors.

In addition to our regular activities, Europe House hosts events of projects supported by the European Union, initiatives organised by the embassies of EU member states in BiH and their cultural institutes, as well as activities of other organisations, institutions and projects to which the Europe House space in Sarajevo is provided free of charge. In July 2025, Europe House hosted 33 events with more than 2,000 visitors.
Thank you for being with us this August!
We look forward to seeing you again in  September!