Our flagship event falls every year on the first Saturday after Europe Day on May 9. This date marks the signing of the Schuman Declaration on May 9, 1950, which established the European Coal and Steel Community, a multinational entity that would eventually become the European Union as we know it today.

We celebrate Europe Day by opening our doors to the public so that Americans can catch a glimpse of the European cultures that make up the European Union. Normally you have to cross the Atlantic to visit the EU, but at Open House, you just have to cross the street!

And this year, we are celebrating 250 years of shared history, ideas, and achievements between Europe and the United States. Come and experience the past, present, and future of our relationship through the bonds that unite both sides of the Atlantic. Details below!

We express our sincerest appreciation to the sponsors and partners that made this year's Open House possible!

Ferrero

Ferrero is proud to renew its sponsorship with the Delegation of the European Union to the United States and looks forward to another successful Open House event.

BMW Group in the U.S.

BMW Group has operated in the United States for over 50 years. In addition to the sales, marketing, and distribution of BMW, MINI, Rolls-Royce, and BMW Motorrad vehicles, BMW Group’s business in the U.S. spans 30 locations in 12 states. The company’s U.S. plant in South Carolina is the largest single BMW production facility in the world and the global center of competence for BMW Sports Activity Vehicles. Taken together, BMW Group’s business activities in the U.S. provide and support over 120,000 jobs and contribute more than $43.3 billion to the U.S. economy annually.

Mediterranean Diet Roundtable

The MDR® is a think tank designed to educate and inform U.S. institutions about the remarkable benefits of Mediterranean-inspired eating patterns, promoting health and well-being.

Pupatella

In 2007, the critically-acclaimed Pupatella launched as a food cart in the Ballston neighborhood of Arlington, Virginia, quickly garnering a cult-like following in the community. With high demand and long lines, Founder Enzo Algarme decided to move the pizzeria from a food cart to its first brick and mortar restaurant space. Now, nearly 20 years later, Pupatella is a household name for Neapolitan pizza throughout the Washington, DC region, is the largest VPN Certified Pizza Group in the United States, has been named a World Artisan Pizza Chain – Excellent Pizzeria by the prestigious 50 Top Pizza and more.

Before visiting the EU Delegation and most of the participating embassies, please take note of these helpful guidelines.

• Entrance to the participating buildings is always FREE, but some may be selling food or other items on their premises, so bring some form of payment.
• Always carry official ID with you, as some embassy security requires it before entering their premises.
• Avoid bringing large bags or backpacks, as some embassies have security screenings that require cumbersome bag checks.
• Not all embassies have disability access or stroller parking. In general we discourage bringing large strollers due to the tight spaces inside the buildings.
• Driving and parking is strongly discouraged due to many embassy locations. We encourage participants to take the Metro, bus, scooter, rideshare, or walk.
• For some embassies, you can expect to wait in line. Consider arriving to your favorite embassies earlier in the day.

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