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Publication date: 01/10/2026

Registrations to attend the EURegionsWeek 2026 on-site are now closed but do not worry! Most of the sessions can be followed online. The following EU sessions will be webstreamed : Monday 12 Official Opening of the European Week of Regions and Cities Mon 12/10/2026, 14:30 - 16:00 CET Tuesday 13 High Level Session - Making the Right to Stay a Reality: Opportunities for our Communities and our Prosperity Tue 13/10/2026, 08:45 - 10:15 CET Wednesday 14 High Level Session - A Cohesion Policy for a...

Publication date: 03/09/2026

Updated 28/09/2026 The EURegionsWeek 2026 is just around the corner! From 12 to 14 October, Brussels will once again host Europe’s leading event for regions and cities, bringing together policymakers, regional and local representatives, experts, journalists and stakeholders from across Europe. Ready to be part of the conversation? Explore the programme and start building your personalised agenda. Whether you want to exchange ideas on the future of cohesion policy, discover inspiring regional...

Publication date: 17/07/2026

Are you planning an event that reflects the EURegionsWeek2026 motto, Strong Regions, Strong Europe ? Through the EURegionsWeek Close-to-You programme , you can bring the EURegionsWeek spirit to your local community while connecting with a wider audience. Whether your event takes place in Brussels or in your city, the Close-to-You initiative offers a flexible and accessible way to be part of the flagship event. By joining, you can help extend the EURegionsWeek experience beyond Brussels, engage...

Publication date: 23/06/2026

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...

Publication date: 04/06/2026

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...

Publication date: 26/05/2026

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...

Publication date: 27/04/2026

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...

Publication date: 16/04/2026

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...

Publication date: 26/03/2026

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...

Publication date: 17/03/2026

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...