Europe DayEurope
Day'26

9 May

40 years after the first official Europe Day celebrations, Europe is once again at a turning point. From global tensions and economic uncertainty to ageing societies and questions about identity, many people are asking not only what Europe stands for, but what it delivers in people’s daily lives.

Recent crises have shown that Europeans can come together in difficult moments. But they have also exposed a growing gap between European ambition and how policies are felt on the ground. As decisions taken at European level increasingly shape our economies, jobs and transitions, the question is no longer just about direction but about connection, trust and tangible impact.

This Europe Day opens with a conversation on how Europe is understood, communicated and experienced in everyday life and crucially, how it is delivered. What role do regions and cities play in bringing Europe closer to citizens? How can European priorities translate into concrete opportunities for people, businesses and communities? And how do we ensure that the European project is not only heard, but felt locally?

Join us at BeCentral (Cantersteen 12, 1000 Brussels) for a morning of open conversations, ideas and encounters. The event is free, but we kindly ask you to register in advance to help us organise everything smoothly. We’d love to have you with us!