TEXT LIVE: "Kilograms of Culture 2025" Award Ceremony
The winners of the 'Kilograms of Culture 2025' awards will be announced at a live ceremony on February 21, which can be viewed on multiple Latvian media platforms.
The final voting for the 'Kilograms of Culture 2025' awards, organized by Latvijas Sabiedriskā media, concluded on February 6, with the winners set to be revealed during a gala ceremony on February 21. The event, which showcases significant contributions to the cultural landscape of Latvia, will be broadcast live on LTV1, REplay.lv, and LSM.lv, while audio coverage will be provided by Latvijas Radio 1 and Latvijas Radio 3 "Klasika." This year's ceremony will be hosted by musicians Edgars and Emīls Kauperi.
'Kilograms of Culture' is an initiative by Latvijas Sabiedriskā media, first established in 2012, aimed at celebrating notable achievements in Latvia's cultural sector. Each year, the awards recognize outstanding events and individuals that have made a substantial impact on the cultural life of the country. This program not only honors artistic excellence but also reinforces the role of public media in engaging with and promoting cultural activities within Latvia.
As the ceremony approaches, anticipation builds among nominees and audiences alike, with particular interest in how each laureate contributes to the richness and diversity of Latvian culture. The continued engagement in this annual event illustrates the importance of cultural recognition as a means to inspire future generations of artists and cultural practitioners in Latvia.