What event signalled the end of World War 2 in europe?

The end of World War II in Europe was signaled by the unconditional surrender of Nazi Germany on May 7, 1945, which took effect on May 8, 1945, known as Victory in Europe (VE) Day. This surrender followed a series of military defeats for Germany and the encroachment of Allied forces into German territory. The surrender marked the official conclusion of hostilities in Europe, leading to the eventual establishment of peace and the reorganization of the continent.