Events

35 years of Brussels art collective CNN199

16 October 2025 - 16 November 2025

Anniversaries are made to be celebrated, so the Brussels hiphop and graffiti collective CNN199 have organised an exhibition to mark their 35th year of existence.

Over a century of architectural gems at Ante festival in Brussels

11 October 2025 - 19 October 2025

All throughout Brussels, visitors can feast their eyes on gorgeous architectural feats from the period between 1780 and 1920 at the ANTE festival organised by Explore.Brussels.

Two exhibitions to celebrate KU Leuven’s 600 year anniversary

10 October 2025 - 22 February 2026

In the wake of KU Leuven’s 600th anniversary, two exhibitions will illustrate the creation and evolution of the prestigious university.

The Zoo of the Future

15 September 2025 - 30 December 2025

Come and discover nature up close, without glass, fences or cages. An immersive adventure that's fun and kind to animals.

Belgium opens its doors for heritage days

13 September 2025 - 14 September 2025

It’s September again, which means it’s the perfect time to visit some of the finest displays of heritage that Belgium has to offer.

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.