Europe Day 2025

Attendees should be aware that certain items are strictly prohibited within the European Commission's grounds and offices. To ensure a safe, enjoyable Europe Day for everyone, please adhere to all relevant security guidelines and do not bring any of the prohibited items listed below:

• Glass or glass objects (Please privilege recyclable plastic bottles on site. Broken glass poses a risk to other visitors)
• Bags larger than 40 x 30 x 20 cm or that are hard-sided
• Cans (including aerosols), glass bottles, boxed liquids, and metal or other insulated containers, such as reusable water bottles
• Nitrous oxide and any associated equipment (balloons, CO2 dispensers, cream dispensers)
• Alcohol
• Explosive and flammable substances
• Weapons of any kind, including mace, pepper spray, knives, sharp objects, bats, clubs, and tasers
• Pets, except service animals
• Drugs, toxic and narcotic drugs
• Drones
• Pointed tip or large umbrellas
• Noisemakers, such as air horns, bells, or whistles
• Laptops and tablets, any kind of recording device, besides personal mobile phone
• Prams and golf clubs
• Bicycles, scooters, skateboards and rollerblades
• Attendees not wearing shoes or shirts
• Any items which could be used as a weapon, or which may cause danger, offence or disruption to any other person

Please note that we will be photographing and making video recordings at this event. The photos and video recordings may be used for communication activities in relation to the EU Open Day. For more information please see the privacy statement.