A new edition of the CEF Digital Community Conference 2026 will take place on 2 December 2026, bringing together members of the CEF Digital community, European stakeholders, policymakers, regulators, financial actors and industry representatives to discuss the future of digital connectivity in Europe.

The conference will focus on future funding opportunities for backbone network infrastructure, in particular under the European Competitiveness Fund (ECF), while providing a platform for insights, collaboration, and forward-looking discussions on the next generation of CEF Digital investments.

As Europe continues to accelerate its digital transformation, the event will provide a space for strategic dialogue on how to close existing gaps, scale up ambition, and accelerate implementation, ultimately, contributing to shaping a more resilient, secure, and future-proof European connectivity ecosystem.

Participants can look forward to:

• Inspiring keynote speeches from leading experts and decision-makers
• Updates on key developments and initiatives within the CEF Digital programme
• Discussions on emerging digital infrastructure priorities and challenges
• Opportunities to exchange experiences and network with peers from across Europe
• Discussions on how to approach the future

In fact, this event is part of a wider series of initiatives supporting Europe’s digital connectivity ambitions.

The conference will conclude with the European Digital Connectivity Awards (EDCAs) 2026, celebrating excellence across three award categories and recognising projects that have delivered exceptional impact.

The journey will then continue in spring 2027 with a dedicated 5G event, bringing together key stakeholders to explore the next steps for advancing 5G connectivity across Europe.

You can read further details in the event’s agenda, which will be updated in the coming weeks.

Registrations now open.