Events

Germaine Rimbout, an obscure 20th century gem

20 May 2026 - 18 October 2026

You may not have heard of her, but you’ll never forget her after this exhibition at the Royal Museums of Fine Arts in Brussels (RMFAB).

Kengo Kuma: Architecture in Dialogue

13 May 2026 - 13 September 2026

As part of the “160 Years of Friendship between Japan and Belgium” programme, the Folon Foundation presents an exhibition dedicated to Japanese architect Kengo Kuma.

Paint it red: three Belgian greats at KMSKA in ‘Zingend Rood’

11 April 2026 - 30 August 2026

The Royal Museum of Fine Arts in Antwerp (KMSKA) sets the tone for an exhibition exploring the works of three giants in Belgian art history.

The Crystal Ship, Ostend street art festival, celebrates its tenth edition

11 April 2026

For the tenth time now, street art graces the walls of our beautiful Ostend by the sea.

The Bellezza e Bruttezza exhibition: Bozar explores beauty and ugliness by showcasing 95 works of 16th century art

19 March 2026 - 14 June 2026

Until 14 June, the Brussels art centre Bozar highlights 95 Renaissance artworks, mostly made by world-renowned masters from Italy and the Low Countries. Beauty and ugliness are the connective tissue.

There's always something going on in Belgium!

Often portrayed as sociable party-goers and very welcoming, Belgians like to come together and share festive and recreational experiences. Festivals, carnivals, exhibitions... in Belgium there is always something to see or do!

Since the beginning of the year, many folk groups have been preparing for the carnival season which is a true institution in some cities and particularly Binche, where it is even recognised as UNESCO Intangible Heritage of Humanity.

History lovers will delight in the historical or religious processions such as the Saint-Sang Procession in Bruges, the Ommegang in Brussels or the Napoleonic Marches of Entre-Sambre-et-Meuse.

Summer heralds the start of the music festival season, frequented by young people from all over Europe. It has to be said that with a rock festival like Werchter, five-time winner of the "World's Best Festival" award or the quirky originality of the electronic music festival, Tomorrowland, lovers of good sounds will be more than satisfied!

With the falling leaves comes the season of major museum exhibitions, trade fairs and shows. Dance, opera, theatre, the dynamic and innovative Belgian scene frequently produces internationally-renowned artists.

But alongside this hectic cultural life, daily life in Belgium also encompasses the village fête with its open-air café or marquee, its bars, skittles and card contests, its traditional dances, carnivals, craft markets, sporting games... so many opportunities for Belgians to enjoy.

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