The European Commission announced the launch of the 2026 REGIOSTARS competition for the best projects supported by the EU’s Cohesion Policy. Beneficiaries of cohesion funding can apply online for the awards in five categories:
- “A Competitive and Smart Europe”,
- “A Green Europe”,
- “A Connected Europe”,
- “A Social and Inclusive Europe” and
- “A Europe Closer to the Citizens”.
A Public Choice Award will also go to the finalist receiving the highest number of votes from the public.
The deadline for applications is Friday, 22 May 2026.
More information:REGIOSTARS Awards
Source: European Commission | Regional Policy Newsroom (https://ec.europa.eu/regional_policy/whats-new/newsroom/10-02-2026-commission-launches-2026-edition-of-regiostars-awards-apply-now_en)