Europe Day 2023

Europe Day commemorates the signing of the 'Schuman Declaration' on 9 May 1950. This was an ambitious plan to secure long-term peace in post-war Europe that is considered the beginning of what is now the European Union.

This May the EU institutions invite you to a wide range of activities across the EU Member States, as well as in the home of the EU institutions in Brussels, Luxembourg and Strasbourg. As 2023 is the European Year of Skills, the EU is eager to help people get the right skills for quality jobs and companies to address skills shortages.

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Activities by institution

European Parliament

Get involved in a wide range of interactive activities in Brussels, Strasbourg, Luxembourg and across Europe and join us to celebrate Europe Day together!

European Council and Council of the EU

Start a surprising journey into the house of the Member States! Discover where EU leaders make decisions and learn how the Council shapes your future.

European Commission

Want to know how we’re putting skills centre-stage and making the EU greener, safer and stronger? Learn more and check out a range of online activities from wherever you are

Court of Justice of the European Union

Want to know how the Court of Justice of the EU works and how its rulings directly affect EU citizens’ lives? Pay us a visit on 9 May and don’t forget to follow our social media accounts for a range of online activities from wherever you are.

European Central Bank (ECB)

#EuropeDay 2023 is particularly special as this year we celebrate the 25th anniversary of the ECB, which was established on 1 June 1998.

European Court of Auditors

The European Court of Auditors checks whether EU funds are spent correctly and efficiently. Find out more about how EU auditors work and about how the ECA helps to protect EU citizens' money.

European External Action Service (EEAS)

Travel the whole world in one day! Discover what the EU is doing for a better world, talk to EU Ambassadors, participate in workshops, follow live music and artistic performance from different countries!

European Economic and Social Committee (EESC)

Come visit us to discover the work of the only EU institution representing organised civil society, including employers, workers and other interest groups such as youth organisations, environmentalists, consumers, and women's groups.

European Committee of the Regions (CoR)

Learn more about the institution that represents EU regions and cities and about what regional and local elected politicians do for you. Experience the diversity of skills, culture and traditions at the Festival of regions and cities!

European Investment Bank (EIB)

Find out how the EU bank is building a green recovery with climate investments that create future-proof jobs for European citizens.

EU in your country

The European Parliament and European Commission are organising Europe Day events somewhere near you. Find out what is happening in your country and all across the EU by clicking on a country in the interactive map.

EU solidarity with Ukraine

In response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, read how the EU is standing in solidarity with Ukraine.

European Year of Skills

The European Year of Skills is all about helping people get the right skills for quality jobs and helping companies address skills shortage in the EU.