Europe Day commemorates the signing of the Schuman Declaration on 9 May 1950, an ambitious plan to secure long-term peace in post-war Europe that is considered the beginning of what is now the European Union. We at the European Investment Bank (EIB) Group play a key role in the European Union by supporting its policies and promoting sustainable development.
Our Europe Day events
Belgium
Saturday, 4 May
Building of the European Council, Brussels
Learn about the European Investment Bank Group and how we support Europe at an open door event at the European Council in Brussels.
France
Saturday, 4 May
Place de l’Hôtel de Ville, Paris
Join us at our stand at the Fête de l’Europe, organised by the City of Paris, the European Parliament and the European Commission.
The Netherlands
Sunday, 5 May
Countrywide
Take part in Bevrijdingsfestivals in cities across the country and learn about Europe through quizzes and information stands. Organised with support from the European Commission, European Parliament, higher educational institutes, provinces and other organisations working with Europe.
Czech Republic
Sunday and Monday, 5-6 May
Prague
Visit us at an event celebrating the Czech Republic’s 20th anniversary in the European Union organised by the NGOs Diky ze muzem and United Islands.
Slovakia
Sunday and Monday, 5-6 May
Bratislava
Join us at the Bratislavský Majales music festival.
Slovakia
Tuesday, 7 May
Citywide, Kosice
Visit our stand with the European Commission and European Parliament, where we have a small exhibition of around 10 photos of our projects across the country. Visitors can also test their knowledge of the European Investment Bank with a quiz or watch a short video about our work in the country.
Finland
Tuesday, 7 May
Oodi Library, Helsinki
Join us for a panel discussion organised with Eurooppalainen Suomi ry and other EU institutions in Helsinki.
Bulgaria
Thursday, 9 May
City Garden, Sofia
Join us at our stand with the European Commission at a public event marking Europe Day.
Croatia
Thursday, 9 May
Europe Square, Zagreb
Join us for an evening of open-air cinema, where we will be screening a promotional video for the upcoming European elections alongside art films from EU Member States. This event is organised with the cooperation of the local European Commission and European Parliament offices.
Lithuania
Thursday, 9 May
10 Vilniaus Street, Vilnius
Join us in celebrating Europe Day and Lithuania’s 20th anniversary in the European Union at an event organised by the European Commission.
Luxembourg
Thursday, 9 May
European Parliament, 17 avenue John F. Kennedy, Luxembourg City
Join us at the European Parliament in Luxembourg for a vibrant day of events and activities.
Spain
Thursday, 9 May
National Auditorium, Plaza de la Villa, Madrid
Celebrate Europe Day with a flag raising and concert organised by the European Commission, European Parliament and the Madrid European Youth Orchestra and Choir.
Portugal
Thursday, 9 May
Champalimaud Foundation, Foundation
Learn about our projects and impact in Portugal at a Europe Day event organised by the European Commission and European Parliament.
Slovakia
Thursday, 9 May
The Old Market Hall, Námestie Nežnej revolúcie, Bratislava
Visit us at the European Union’s stand, where we have a small exhibition of around 10 photos of our projects across the country. Visitors can also test their knowledge of the European Investment Bank with a quiz or watch a short video about our work in the country.
Slovenia
Thursday, 9 May
Kongress Square, Ljubljana
Join us at a public event marking Europe Day in the capital, where we will share a stand with other EU institutions.
Sweden
Thursday, 9 May
Stockholm
Visit us at a Europe Day Fair in the capital to learn more about the European Union and its institutions, with quizzes and prizes for visitors.
Cyprus
Saturday, 11 May
Limassol Marina
Join us at our stand at a Europe Day family event organised by the European Commission.
Greece
Saturday, 11 May
Anassa CIty
Visit our stand at a family-friendly event celebrating Europe Day organised by the European Commission with our support.
Hungary
Sunday, 12 May
Liberty Square, Budapest
Join us for the Europe Day Festival, a family-friendly event where you can test your knowledge of the European Investment Bank at our stand in the infotainment tent. This event is organised by the European Commission.
Slovenia
Thursday, 16 May
Ljubljana
Join us for the opening of our EU climate bank photo exhibition.
Germany
Friday, 17 May
Potsdam
Visit us at the Europafest, a family event with a special focus on the upcoming European elections.
The Netherlands
Thursday, 30 May
The Hague
Join us in raising the European Union flag at the Hague at an event organised by the European Commission, the Municipality of The Hague and the European Parliament.
IN FOCUS
2024 European elections
The more people who take part in the European elections on 6-9 June, the stronger our democracy becomes. Your vote not only decides how the European Parliament decides on the things that matter, but also guides what we do at the European Investment Bank Group.