L'iniziativa "Capitali Europee della Cultura": aspetti sostanziali e profili critici

The paper analyzes the substantial aspects and critical profiles of the “European Capitals of Culture” initiative, examining the theme of promoting culture at European level and the problems connected with the management and organization of the event-year at national level. The reflection on the theme is developed through an analytical path that postulates the assimilation of the “European Capitals of Culture” initiative to the “Major Events” [legislation]. Noting the absence of a discipline, the paper attempts to highlight the pros and cons associated with the introduction into the Italian regulatory system of any special discipline on the subject, intended to offset a European and national regulatory landscape that is severely lacking.