The Cities Forum 2025, jointly organized by the European Commission (DG REGIO) and the European Urban Initiative, will take place from 17-19 June 2025. It is a biennial major event on the urban dimension of the EU Cohesion Policy.
While the in-person registration is now fully booked, a dedicated online programme is now available for stakeholders who cannot attend the event in person.
Dates: 17–19 June 2025
Location: Kraków, Poland & Online
- Register to the online programme here
- The online agenda is available here
Credit: European Urban Initiative
This year’s edition, under the theme “Empowering cities, shaping Europe’s future”, will offer a platform for urban stakeholders to contribute to shaping the EU’s future urban agenda. Participants will explore sustainable urban development solutions and discover real-world examples of cities tackling the urban transitions of our time.
The online programme includes:
- Live stream of the key sessions and high-level panels
- An agenda adapted to digital audience
- Exclusive online-only content and highlights
- Digital tools to share ideas on the EU agenda for cities
- Access to networking features to connect with peers across Europe
Preparation for in-person attendance
Participants who have been approved for on-site registration are invited to finalize their arrangements to enhance their event experience. Key steps include:
- Activating event account via the link received by email
- Booking a site visit — eleven thematic options are still open, showcasing Kraków’s urban transformation projects
- Exploring the participant list and initiating conversations through the online networking space
The on-site agenda is available here.
Reference: https://www.urban-initiative.eu/news/cities-forum-2025-join-online-experience