Covenant of Mayors Ceremony 2025

The Covenant of Mayors Ceremony 2025 will take place on 16 October 2025, in Brussels. This ceremony is an excellent opportunity to

• Come together to showcase the strength of local leadership in Europe's journey towards a climate-neutral and resilient future;
• Discuss with high-level representatives of the European Commission the EU's priorities and local challenges in implementing energy and climate objectives;
• Network with fellow mayors, city representatives, key EU stakeholders, and decision-makers in Brussels. 

This year’s Ceremony comes at a critical moment for Europe, as new priorities and strategies take shape and gather momentum under the freshly launched EU mandate. The event will shine a spotlight on the essential role of local governments in delivering on these priorities – highlighting how Europe’s security, resilience, and prosperity can only be achieved through close cooperation with its towns, cities, and regions.  

The event will feature high-level speakers, including Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, and Kata Tüttő, President of the European Committee of the Regions, along with mayors and regional leaders from across Europe.  

The Ceremony will also honour the winners of the 2025 EU Covenant of Mayors Award, celebrated for their outstanding leadership and achievements in decarbonising heating and cooling at the local level.