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Registrations for the partner sessions of EURegionsWeek 2026 are now open! Be among the first to explore the programme and secure your place at the largest EU event dedicated to cohesion policy. Join us in Brussels and make the most of this unique opportunity to exchange ideas, discover the latest regional initiatives and connect with regional representatives from across Europe. The EURegionsWeek 2026 is more than an event, it is the meeting place of a community committed to shaping a stronger...

This year, the European Week of Regions and Cities will explore the theme ‘Strong Regions for a Strong Europe’, with a key focus on the topic of the right to stay in the place people call home Strategy. As part of this initiative, the European Commission has launched a Call for Evidence to gather input for the forthcoming strategy. Anyone interested in the theme is welcome to contribute. Young people are particularly encouraged to take part and share their views on what would make them want to...

The results of the 2026 EURegionsWeek application process are out! Congratulations to all the selected partners! The selection phase was once again this year extremely difficult due to the number and quality of applications. We thank you all for your contributions and for being so numerous in welcoming a new edition of the EURegionsWeek! The selected partners are invited to join the Partners meeting on 5 June. If not selected, don't worry, you could still be part of the EURegionsWeek2026 by...

Dear Friends of the EURegionsWeek, Many thanks for your efforts and enthusiasm! We received over 400 applications to organise a session at the EURegionsWeek 2026. What happens next? The evaluation process will start shortly. The evaluation results will be available on the event platform as of end of May. Successful applicants will be invited to the Partners meeting on 5 June. Thank you again for your time and dedication. Stay in touch - make sure to register to the EURegionsWeek newsletter and...

The deadline to apply for a session at the EURegionsWeek 2026 is approaching. Make sure you submit your application by 26 April through the event platform. Do not wait until the last minute! Please note that draft applications will not be evaluated. Once you have submitted your application, you will still be able to edit it until the deadline (26 April). Remember to read carefully the Event Guide. There you will find detailed information on partnership requirements, session formats, timelines...

We are happy to announce that applications to organise a session at the EURegionsWeek 2026 are now open! The kick-off on 25 March marked the start of this year’s edition. Thank you to all the participants who joined the meeting. In case you missed it, don’t worry! Watch the video of the kick-off meeting View the Kick off presentation Please read carefully the event guide before applying to know more about how to become a partner, the different session formats, timelines and much more. Submit an...

The European Week of Regions and Cities will celebrate its 24th edition from 12 to 14 October 2026 in Brussels, under the motto “ Strong regions, strong Europe”. This year’s European Week of Regions and Cities will once again be an important opportunity to exchange ideas, grow partnerships and share experience on how cohesion policy can help every region succeed. Because when our regions are strong, Europe is strong. The event will address emerging political priorities and discuss how cohesion...

We are happy to announce that the 23rd edition of the European Week of Regions and Cities was once again a buzzing success! This year's numbers are outstanding! Partners organised over 200 sessions with more than 300 speakers and over 6 500 participants joined us from all over Europe and beyond! Your involvement, discussions, inspiring good practices and the many networking opportunities were key in making this event truly special. Thank you for being part of it. The main event is over, but...

The European Commission’s Directorate-General for Regional and Urban Policy and the European Committee of the Regions have once again joined forces to create the biggest yearly event bringing together regional representatives, policymakers, experts, citizens and many more to share knowledge and experiences on cohesion policy. With many sessions fully booked, we thank you all for your enthusiasm! Please see below a selection of the sessions which will be available online: 13 October (14:00-16:00)...

Registrations are now closed. Thank you to all participants who have registered! We look forward to welcoming you to the 23rd edition of the largest cohesion policy event in Brussels. The 2025 EURegionsWeek is almost here! If you haven't registered don't worry, you can still follow some sessions online! Closer to the date please check the programme to find out which sessions will be web streamed. See you soon at the EURegionsWeek2025!