Lost in distraction?
- A conference on music, arts and culture as Europe’s way forward
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Join us in Copenhagen this November for a thought-provoking afternoon exploring the future of culture in Europe.
Lost in Distraction? is a high-level cultural conference held during the Danish Presidency of the Council of the EU. It brings together leading voices from across Europe to rethink how music, film, arts and culture can help build a more resilient, imaginative and connected future.
Event details:
📅 Date: 3 November 2025
📍 Venue: VEGA, Copenhagen
🕙 Time: 12 p.m.–5 p.m. (Conference) | 5–7 p.m. (Networking)
An event of the Danish Presidency of the Council of the EU, the conference is organised by VEGA, the Agency for Culture and Palaces , the Danish Film Institute and the Copenhagen Institute for Futures Studies , in association with Creative Europe Desk Denmark and Kulturmøde Mors .
About the conference
In an age of fragmented attention and constant digital noise, how do we protect and nurture creativity? What does it mean to focus, to create, and to connect – especially for the next generation raised in a digital-first world?
This conference invites artists, cultural leaders, policymakers and thinkers to ask bold questions and envision new pathways. Rather than seeing culture as something being disrupted, we’ll explore how it can be a driver of renewal and resilience in European society.
Why it matters
Creativity doesn't happen in a vacuum. It thrives in ecosystems – shaped by shared values, strong frameworks and meaningful investment.
As Europe navigates profound technological and social changes, the cultural sector holds untapped potential as a space for connection, critique and coherence. If we want a future that is inclusive, imaginative and sustainable, culture must be seen not as decoration, but as infrastructure.
Organised by
VEGA | The Agency for Culture and Palaces | The Danish Film Institute | Copenhagen Institute for Futures Studies . In association with Creative Europe Desk Denmark and Kulturmøde Mors.
More information coming soon
The full programme and registration details will be announced later this summer.
Stay tuned.
