Plan your 2026: Check out these key events

Are you aware of all the European events that can help you showcase your project and connect with stakeholders, including 'takers' who might adopt your work? 

Many of them offer several options for active engagement, such as hosting a session, organising an exhibition, or promoting a local event. We recommend you track events of your interest closely to stay updated on all calls and deadlines. Follow them on social media, check their websites, and sign up for their newsletters!

To inspire your planning, here is a non-exhaustive list of 2026 European events. 

European Sustainable Energy Week (EUSEW)
The EUSEW takes place 9-11 June 2026. Registrations are now open to host a policy session (deadline 22 January) or submit a proposal for the EUSEW Awards (deadline 29 January). The event's Energy Fair opens for applications on 13 January. Learn more

European Maritime Day (EMD)
Join the EMD on 21-22 May in Limassol, Cyprus. You can register now. You can also showcase a local EMD event and use the campaign's promotional pack to promote it. Learn more

European Biomass Conference & Exhibition
Is your project focused on the bioeconomy? Check out this event, held 19-22 May in the Hague. Among several options, the event offers a dedicated space for EU project exhibitions. Learn more

New European Bauhaus Festival
This year's edition is organised on 9 -13 June in Brussels and has special focus on affordable housing as a cornerstone of democratic participation. Most deadlines have passed, however you may still join and experience the event. Learn more

The 2026 edition of the following key events have yet to be announced: 

European Week of Regions and Cities
The #EURegionsWeek is the top European event in regional development. It typically takes place around mid-October. Visit the event website

EU Green Week
This event, focused on nature and the environment, normally happens in the beginning of June. Visit the event website

European Mobility Week
Held16-22 September every year, this is the EU flagship event on all things mobility. Visit the event website

REGIOSTARS Awards 
A highly competitive contest for EU-funded projects focused on impacts, the iconic REGIOSTARS Awards are the Oscars of regional development. Visit the event website

Interreg Slam
This is a creative and very popular contest for Interreg projects. Visit the event website 

At Interreg North Sea, we are under way with a Get Ready event for Call 6 applicants and a series of webinars on project communication. Further events may follow. 

We will announce the dates and open registration in due course.  To stay updated, please check our events page, follow us on LinkedIn, or subscribe to our newsletter. 

What about the North Sea Conference, you might ask. This year we are not organising a conference. However, the event will be back in 2027, which marks our programme’s 30-year anniversary. Please stay tuned!