The church of Sant Domènec in Balaguer hosted the fifth Night of Culture, a gala that brought together the city's main cultural awards. The event was marked by tributes, artistic creation, and the affirmation of culture's role as an urban development driver.
Among the honorees, footballer Aitana Bonmatí received the Premi Comte Jaume d’Urgell in the individual category. The company Dagoll Dagom was recognized in the collective category for its significant career and contribution to musical theatre in Catalan.
“"We are committed to continuing to promote culture as a fundamental pillar of our city."
One of the most emotional moments of the evening was the presentation of the Premi d’Honor Cultura Balaguer to bookseller Jaume Casals Escribà. Casals, who ran the historic La Noguera bookstore for fifty years, served as Councillor for Culture in Balaguer for 16 years, and is a distinguished cultural activist in the city.
During the ceremony, the Grants for Creative Support and the Ziryab City of Balaguer Awards were also presented, aimed at fostering new cultural and artistic projects linked to the region. The gala featured musical and dance performances that enlivened the award presentations.
