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08.10.2026 European Day of Languages 2026 in Rome
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On Saturday, 26 September 2026, the European Day of Languages was celebrated across Europe. Venice also took part in the official celebrations with the event “European Day of Languages - Languages for Growth: From Collodi to the Coming-of-Age Story”. As in previous editions and ever since 2001, the initiative invited participants to reflect on the importance of language learning for the holistic development of the individual, as well as on the value of linguistic and cultural diversity as an intangible heritage to be cherished, respected, and protected.
On Thursday, 8 October 2026, in Rome, the Ministry of Education and Merit (MIM) also took part in the celebrations of the European Day of Languages 2026 with the event “Languages for Democracy and Citizenship”, held from 9:30 am to 1:30 pm at the “Aldo Moro” Communication Hall of the Ministry of Education and Merit (MIM), Viale Trastevere 76/A, Rome. The event, promoted by theMinistry of Education and Merit (MIM), provided an opportunity to explore the role of languages in the education of citizens and within the educational system. The programme, aimed at students, teachers, and school leaders, featured contributions from experts and representatives of academic and institutional bodies, with the goal of highlighting language learning as a fundamental educational practice for democracy and active citizenship.The event was also attended by students from various Italian schools, including language high schools, international-option high schools, and national boarding schools.
La European Day of Languages is an event held across Europe every year on September 26 with the aim of raising awareness of the wide variety of languages in Europe, promoting cultural and linguistic diversity, and encouraging people of all ages to learn languages, because speaking more than one language facilitates contact with people and helps to find work and grow businesses.
The European Day of Languages was established by the European Commission and the Council of Europe, which represents 800 million Europeans from 47 different countries. Many cultural and linguistic institutions, associations, universities, and, in particular, schools participate in the event. Established in 2001, on the occasion of the European Year of Languages, this day has been celebrated every year since then.
On September 26 and in the days leading up to and following it, language courses, games, conversations, conferences, radio programs, and many other initiatives are organized throughout Europe.
- EVENTS IN EUROPE: events can be found on the Council of Europe website dedicated to the European Day of Languages
- EVENTS IN ITALY: events can be found on the website of the European Commission Representation (in collaboration with their partners in all EU Member States)
