This week brings a rich agenda of artistic and cultural activities.

One of the highlights is Saudi Arabia Cultural Week, running from 16–20 September. The opening event takes place on 16 September at 18:00 in the Palace of Congresses. The Saudi Ambassador, the Saudi Minister of Culture, and representatives from Albania’s Ministry of Economy, Culture, and Innovation will attend.

On 16 September, Albania also marks Peza Day. The holiday commemorates the 1942 Conference of Peza, a key moment of unity in the fight for freedom. The Municipality of Tirana organizes the 83rd anniversary. Events start at 10:00 with the official ceremony at the Peza memorial. The program continues all day with games, folk dances, concerts, theatre, and cultural shows.

The 20th edition of the International Human Rights Film Festival takes place from 15–20 September in Tirana. It brings 36 selected films out of more than 3,400 applications. The theme is “Human Rights in the Digital Age.”

The Fun Fair opens on 19 September at Sheshi Italia. It runs for three days, from 10:00 to 19:00, with activities dedicated to children.

At COD – Prime Minister’s Office, the exhibition “Tempo” by Jakup Ferri remains open until the end of the month.

The National Experimental Theatre “Kujtim Spahivogli” stages “The Magical Weekend” on 16 and 17 September at 10:30 in ArTurbina, Hall 150. On 18–21 September, the comedy “A Tenor Wanted” will also be performed in the Central Hall 400.

The National Opera and Ballet Theatre hosts a gala evening on 17 September at 20:00. Albanian soprano Ermonela Jaho performs with the TKOB orchestra under maestro Fabrizio Maria Cerminati.

On 20 September at 11:00, the National Book and Reading Centre, in cooperation with the French Embassy, organizes an event on francophone literature. Translators and publishers will share experiences supported by the PAP program.

The Puppet Theatre stages “The Anger of the Letters” on 20 and 21 September at 10:30 and 11:30, 40 years after its premiere. The same days at 17:00, it will present “A Magical Compilation,” a circus-inspired performance.

From 16–20 September, Pogradec hosts the 15th Balkan Film and Culinary Festival at the Lasgush Poradeci Cultural Centre. About 50 films of various genres will be screened. The event blends cinema and gastronomy as a bridge between cultures.

On 19 September, Pogradec also welcomes the Festival of Coastal Poets. The initiative promotes cultural tourism, strengthens ties between Pogradec, Ohrid, and Struga, and supports local business.

In Shkodra, the exhibition “Homeward” continues until 13 October. Works of 33 artists are displayed in several venues: Radio Shkodra, the Franciscan Auditorium, Art House, the Marubi Museum, and the City Art Gallery.

On 17 September, the Pyramid opens the exhibition “Here and Now” by Verim Zendeli, curated by Jelldez Asani and Elton Koritari. The show runs until 26 October. “Here and Now” explores time and space, inspired by philosopher Walter Benjamin. The installations invite visitors to engage directly with light, space, and movement. The audience becomes part of the meaning of the work.

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