About the Congress
For the first time in six years, the entire Metropolis community will gather in Brussels to celebrate the 14th Metropolis World Congress to address the major challenges facing the world’s big cities and metropolises.
During the Congress, you will meet a vibrant community of global mayors, city officials, international organisations and thought leaders in the urban sphere. This one-of-a-kind event will shape the future of cities by sparkling ideas, connections and projects.
5 reasons to attend the Metropolis World Congress
Be part of a summit like no other
Metropolis, Eurocities and the OECD Champion Mayors will gather over 150 cities worldwide, as well as mayors, world-class experts and representatives of civil society to exchange ideas and set the priorities for sustainable, inclusive and liveable cities.
Future-proof your city
Explore ground-breaking projects and insights on the future of cities to drive transformative change in your metropolises.
Connect with cities, global leaders and partners
Cities can use the power of place and experimentation capacity to tackle the challenges of today and tomorrow. Expand your network and join a vibrant community of global mayors, city officials, urban experts and more in Brussels.
Reshape the Metropolis network
Metropolis, Eurocities and the OECD Champion Mayors will gather over 150 cities worldwide, as well as mayors, world-class experts and representatives of civil society to exchange ideas and set the priorities for sustainable, inclusive and liveable cities.
Finance your project
At the Investment Forum for Sustainable Metropolises, pre-selected city and metropolitan representatives will be invited to pitch their project proposals to international multilateral and bilateral lenders
Make the most of your trip
Based in Brussels, where most European Union institutions are, Metropolis World Congress will be a hub for engaging with political leaders and trendsetters thanks to its workshops, networking breakfasts and exclusive, invitation-only power lunches with top international leaders.
Maximise your trip by participating in off-site study visits across Brussels and beyond, taking part in the UCLG Executive Bureau meeting and joining the pop-up city networks around the summit. With easy high-speed train connections to major European cities and short flights to many more, you can expand your programme and explore Europe’s vibrant urban life.