European Commission - Directorate General for Energy
European Commission - Directorate General for Energy
09/26/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 09/26/2025 02:28
European Day of Languages – open your heart and mind!
Join in the fun on Friday 26 September when the EU celebrates the richness of its languages and cultures through the European Day of Languages. From special events and games to language cafés and hands-on activities, there is something for everyone. This year's theme is Languages open hearts and minds!, reflecting that learning languages harnesses both the emotions and the brain.
On the day, thousands of Europeans, schools and organisations across Europe can discover how language learning helps us understand other cultures and build stronger relationships. The day also highlights the rich mix of languages spoken in Europe - the EU has 24 official languages, but Europe's linguistic landscape is even richer than that. People also speak more than 60 regional and minority languages, plus many brought by migrant communities.
The EU actively promotes language learning as it opens doors to new possibilities at any stage of life. Ever been tongue-tied while on holiday abroad? Language learning can help you with that. It can also enhance your job opportunities, help you enjoy books, films and news in the original language and boost your self-confidence.
So why not lend your voice to the 2025 European Day of Languages and take part in its many language learning activities? At the Council of Europe's initiative, the European Day of Languages has been celebrated every year since 2001 on 26 September - together with the European Commission.
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