The European Innovation Council (EIC) Drone Day will take place on Tuesday, 16 September 2025, from 10.00 – 17.00 at the Mont des Arts in Brussels.

This event will showcase innovative companies supported by the EIC from across Europe, alongside institutional exhibitors, highlighting cutting-edge drone technologies and their diverse applications. Through exploring the exhibition, interacting with exhibitors, and experiencing live drone demonstrations, the EIC Drone Day will provide a unique opportunity for the public to discover Europe’s latest multi-use drone innovations.

European Commissioner for Startups, Research and Innovation Ekaterina Zaharieva, Mayor of Brussels Philippe Close, and Belgian Minister of Mobility, Climate and Ecological Transition Jean-Luc Crucke will open the EIC Drone Day with remarks at 13.00.

Following the outdoor exhibition on 16 September, the drones will remain on static display from 17–19 September at the Berlaymont building of the European Commission.

The European Innovation Council (EIC), is organising the Drone Day (a satellite event to European Commission’s Research & Innovation Days on 16–17 Sept ’25 at The Square, Brussels) with various partners to show the advances in European drone technology and it’s varies practical uses. Furthermore, it aims to address the importance of coordinated efforts to facilitate market entry for drone companies, a clear and harmonised framework for operations as well as maintaining a high standard of safety for the benefits of European citizens and industries.

This event is open to the public and does not require prior registration.