European Design Awards 2026 ceremony

Every year, the European Design Awards celebrate outstanding achievements in communication design, bringing together the most influential voices from across the continent.

In 2026, the awards ceremony — followed by the traditional winners’ party — will take place on Saturday, 13 June, at Lumiere Hall, within the landmark National Palace of Culture in Sofia. One of the largest cultural centres in Southeast Europe, the National Palace of Culture (NDK) has been a focal point for major cultural events since its opening in 1981. Set in the heart of the city, it stands as a symbol of Sofia’s cultural ambition and contemporary identity.