Events

Jean Brusselmans honoured with retrospective at BOZAR

02 October 2026 - 31 January 2027

Belgian painter Jean Brusselmans is being honoured with a retrospective at Bozar, the Brussels palace for fine arts.

Man in front of documents pinned to a wall

Brussels Design Week: A 20th anniversary rebrand

24 September 2026 - 04 October 2026

The event formerly known as Brussels Design September has rebranded for its 20th anniversary. Expect a multitude of exhibitions, conferences, lectures, debates and other events, spread across eleven

Escher’s wonderful universe in Brussels

17 September 2026 - 07 March 2027

An exhibition at Tour & Taxis invites people into the wonderful world of the late M.C. Escher.

50 years of the Brussels metro

14 September 2026 - 20 September 2026

Ah, riding on the metro. A phrase familiar to fans of 80s’ new wave and a daily reality for millions of people in Brussels for 50 years now.

An immersive experience in the Sablon church

12 September 2026 - 25 October 2026

Come September, the Church of Our Lady of Victories at the Sablon will set the scene for Genesis, an impressive sound and light show.

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.