January

Place

Events

1

Public Holiday

NEW YEAR'S DAY

1

Brussels

TAXI DRIVER EXHIBITION: Through this exclusive exhibition, TASCHEN Gallery offers you the opportunity to see the unseen pictures of "Taxi Driver" from Martin Scorsese.

1-2

Brussels

BRUSSELS CHRISTMAS MARKET: Winter fun, an ice skating rink and much more await visitors in the warm and friendly atmosphere of downtown Brussels.  A holiday shoppers' delight! Ends January 2.

1-2

Mons

MONS MARKET: Numerous chalets, attractions, tastings, chorals, Santa Claus, music performances every day. Like every year, the theme will be fairies and imps. Animations every weekend, an enchanting heart-shaped skating rink, a magical forest and magnificent illuminations.

1-9

Durbuy

DURBUY CHRISMAS MARKET:Craftsmen's market in the small streets of the Old City and Christmas stalls on the square.

1-16

Brussels

LATE OPENINGS AT BRUSSELS MUSEUMS: An autumn tradition, the Late Openings at Brussels Museums lets visitors explore at least five museums every Thursday from 5 p.m. until 10 p.m. accompanied by a program of special activities, such as guided tours, stories and demonstrations.

1-16

Brussels

PAUL DELVAUX. STARTING POINTS: This exhibition highlights the very beginning of Paul Delvaux's life as a surreal artist. You will discover the origins of his work and also the various artists who influenced him such as Cézanne, Ensor, Renoir, and Magritte.

1-16

Brussels

FROM DÜRER TO JAN FABRE. MASTERPIECES: This exhibition invites you to explore the main trends of the past two centuries in Europe through the masterpieces of famous artists such as Dürer, Toulouse-Lautrec, Alechinsky, Rodin, Picasso, Miró, and Jan Fabre.

1-23

Brussels

THE WORLD OF LUCAS CRANACH: BOZAR will host the masterpieces of the famous European painter figure of the 16th century, Lucas Cranach. This exhibition, "The World of Lucas Cranach", depicts his authenticity and originality in the social, cultural, and artistic context of the German Renaissance period.

1-23

Brussels

KNOCKIN' ON HEAVEN'S DOOR: BOZAR welcomes the exhibition of the great Belgian artist, Wim Delvoye. His way of confronting the artistic heritage with the latest technology is one of the main characteristic of this exhibition, "Knockin' on heaven's door".

1-23

Brussels

ENSOR, COMPOSER AND WRITER: Through this exhibition, BOZAR reveals Ensor's lesser known talents as a musician and a writer. This is a great opportunity to discover the exceptional collection of documents, manuscripts, photographs, and publications of the fascinating Belgian artist.

2-9

Brussels

FROM DELACROIX TO KANDINSKY, ORIENTALISM IN EUROPE: The Royal Museums of Fine Arts will host a magnificent exhibition of European Orientalist art where famous artists such as Delacroix and Kandinsky share their perspective of this exotic world.

3-31

Brussels

MUSEE MAGRITTE MUSEUM: Please be advised that the museum will be closed from January 3 to January 31 for renovations.

19-30

Brussels

WINTERJAZZ FESTIVAL: The WinterJazz Festival at Flagey offers the public a mix of different styles of groovy Jazz. The programme will give the public the opportunity to see musicians from different parts of the world, musicians on tour, musicians there to present their latest album or simply to pay a tribute to Pierre Van Dormael without whom the Belgian Jazz scene surely have been quite different.
ATTENTION: No performance from Jan 23 to Jan 25!

21-30

Brussels

BRAFA: Combining quality with prestige, the 56th Brussels Antiques and Fine Arts Fair is a must for art lovers. The show attracts  antiquities, Oceanic art, African art, Oriental art, silver, furniture and works of art from the 'Haute Epoque' to the 20th century. Open daily from 11am to 7pm.
Late night opening: Tuesday, Jan 25 and Thursday, Jan 27 until 10.30pm

29

Liege

LES ARDENTES: Winter edition of this Electro Rock Festival taking place in Liege, in the heart of Wallonia.

All month

Brussels

ENSOR REVEALED: The ING Cultural Center plays host to the world's largest collection of paintings and drawings of the brilliant Belgian artist, James Ensor. Visitors will also have the opportunity to take a look at photographs and private documents never exhibited before!

All month

Brussels

EUROPEAN COMIC STRIP TREASURES: The Belgian Comic Center hosts an exceptional selection of original comic strips from all over Europe. Go and see major works of comic strip artists such as Hergé, Christophe Blain, Posy Simmonds, Alain de Saint-Organ, and Peter Madsen.

All month

Brussels

AMERICA. IT'S ALSO OUR HISTORY: This exhibition highlights the fascinating relationships between Europe and the USA, from the very first interactions to the ones of today.

All month

Brussels

EXHIBITION SIXTIES! LIBERATING COLORS : During the 1960s western women experienced liberation in fashion. They won the right to wear trousers, uncross their legs, take long strides..The Costume and Lace Museum retraces the path followed by this liberation process through its collection.
Until February 27, 2011 

All month

Morlanwelz

COLLECTION BOCH. LE SOUFFLE DE PROMETHEE: The Musee de Mariemont hosts an amazing collection of earthenware.
From November 27, 2010 to February 27, 2011. 

All month

Liege

EXPO SOS PLANET : The aim of the exhibition "SOS Planet" is to evaluate the situation, find out credible paths to follow for the future of the climate and make most people aware of the climate stakes in the future. The new TGV railway station of Liege-Guillemins will host the exhibition. 
From September 4, 2010 to May 1, 2011.

All month

Mons

SHANGAI 2010 AT THE MUNDANEUM: After its succes in Shangai, the pavillon "Better City, Better Life" is back!
From November 23, 2010 to April 30, 2011.

February

Place

Events

1-13

Morlanwelz

COLLECTION BOCH. LE SOUFFLE DE PROMETHEE: The Musee de Mariemont hosts an amazing collection of earthenware.

1-13

Brussels

ENSOR REVEALED: The ING Cultural Center plays host to the world's largest collection of paintings and drawings of the brilliant Belgian artist, James Ensor. Visitors will also have the opportunity to take a look at photographs and private documents never exhibited before!

1-27

Brussels

EXHIBITION SIXTIES! LIBERATING COLORS : During the 1960s western women experienced liberation in fashion. They won the right to wear trousers, uncross their legs, take long strides..The Costume and Lace Museum retraces the path followed by this liberation process through its collection.
Until February 27, 2011  

3-12

Brussels

BRUSSELS GAY & LESBIAN FILM FESTIVAL:A festival with unpublished feature films, reissues, documentaries, short films and exhibitions by painters and photographers.

4-5-6

Brussels

TRUC TROC: Held at the Palais des Beaux-Arts, Truc Troc is an innovative art fair that gives eager punters the chance to get their hands on some contemporary art without actually parting with any money. Instead, interested parties barter, offering goods and services of an equivalent value.

15

Charleroi

CARNIVAL OF CHARLEROI: Carnival has been celebrated joyfully in Charleroi for over a century now. Animated carnival with its own characteristic style: giants mingle with "Gilles" and majorettes. Family fun and ideal for kids.

11- 28

Brussels

VENETIAN AND FLEMISH MASTERS: From the 15th to the 18th century, the exhibition presents four centuries of contrast between 15 masterpieces from the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp and some fifty paintings from the Accademia Carrara in Bergamo, one of the finest collections of Venetian paintings in existence. Some names: Bellini, Tiziano, Canaletto, Van Eick, Bouts, Jordaens...

17-28

Brussels 

NORBERT GHISOLAND: Botanique hosts an exhibition of Norbert Ghisoland, one of the Belgian matsers in photography of the previous century.
From February 17, 2011 to April 23, 2011.

18- 28

Brussels

LUC TUYMANS - RETROSPECTIVE: Following a series of US cities, Brussels is the first - and only - European city where the exhibition can be seen. In their selection the curators have highlighted a number of series, each of which was conceived and developed as a coherent whole by Tuymans. In total there are some 75 works in the exhibition, offering a chronological overview of 30 years of creative work. Via topics such as the Second World War, (post-)colonialism, and 9/11, subjects such as violence, history and nationalism, perception and surveillance are addressed.

25-27

Sohier

SPECIAL BEER FESTIVAL: For three days, more than 130 different beers, many of which originating from traditional production and some " exotic " beers, are presented. Along the years this event has grown considerably and it attracts more visitors every year (1200 to 1500). On Saturday there will be a exchange fair.

25-28

Brussels 

AFFORDABLE ART FAIR BRUSSELS: Following success in London, Bristol, New York, Sydney, Melbourne, Amsterdam and Paris the AAF comes to Tour et Taxis in Brussels. The fair focuses on first time buyers as well as seasoned collectors, inviting them to browse without pressure through a huge variety of contemporary paintings, prints, photgraphs and sculptures all priced between €100 and €5000, from a selection of local and international galleries representing over 300 known and emerging artists.

26

Brussels

MUSEUM NIGHT FEVER: An enchanted evening of exhibitions, music, performances, and workshops at 20 of the most prominent museums in Brussels. Shuttles are available for busing across the city. This night of fun is ends with an after party at BOZAR going until 3am!

All month

Brussels

EUROPEAN COMIC STRIP TREASURES: The Belgian Comic Center hosts an exceptional selection of original comic strips from all over Europe. Go and see major works of comic strip artists such as Hergé, Christophe Blain, Posy Simmonds, Alain de Saint-Organ, and Peter Madsen.

All month

Brussels

MODERN ART MUSEUM: Please be advised that the museum will be closed from February to November for renovations.

All month

Liege

EXPO SOS PLANET : The aim of the exhibition "SOS Planet" is to evaluate the situation, find out credible paths to follow for the future of the climate and make most people aware of the climate stakes in the future. The new TGV railway station of Liege-Guillemins will host the exhibition. 
From September 4, 2010 to May 1, 2011.

All month 

Brussels

AMERICA. IT'S ALSO OUR HISTORY: This exhibition highlights the fascinating relationships between Europe and the USA, from the very first interactions to the ones of today.

All month

Mons

SHANGAI 2010 AT THE MUNDANEUM: After its succes in Shangai, the pavillon "Better City, Better Life" is back!
From November 23, 2010 to April 30, 2011.

March

Place

Events

1-6

Brussels

EUROPEAN COMIC STRIP TREASURES: The Belgian Comic Center hosts an exceptional selection of original comic strips from all over Europe. Go and see major works of comic strip artists such as Hergé, Christophe Blain, Posy Simmonds, Alain de Saint-Organ, and Peter Madsen.

4-13

Brussels

ANIMA 2011: The International Animated Film Festival of Brussels takes place at the Flagey center. Over 100 films are featured in the competition, including student films. There are also workshops for kids interested in learning about animation and many more exciting opportunities planned!

5-8

Malmedy

CARNIVAL IN MALMEDY: the four Thursdays preceding Mardi gras see numerous balls and parades. The festival is known as Cwarme and is held for four days.

6-8

Binche

CARNIVAL OF BINCHE: This world famous Carnival, now on the UNESCO world heritage list , dates back to the 16th century. The colorful celebration attracts thousands of visitors and is highlighted by Mardi Gras, an event not to be missed.

13

Namur

THE GREAT BOUGE BONFIRE: This is the most important Great Fire of Belgium. The ceremony ends with fireworks

17-21

Brussels

BRUSSELS BOOK FAIR: The Brussels Book Fair at Tour & Taxis is a hive of activity, with thousands of publishers presenting their latest offerings. More than 700 authors are on hand to sign their works and there are debates, conferences and workshops.

19-20

Tournai

BEER FESTIVAL: Taste new Belgian beers during this festival in Tournai.

20-31

Brussels

ARS MUSICA: Also known as "the spring of contemporary music", the Ars Musica festival has carved out a reputation as a real reference event for contemporary music. Every year, the festival brings together works by composers who are writing the sounds and scores of tomorrow.
Begins March 20, continuting until March 31.

24-27

Arlon

CARNIVAL OF ARLON : Various activities and traditions are performed. Main traditions are like handing keys to the prince of carnival.

25-27

Mons

DUCASSE OF MESSINES: Known as one of the oldest events of this type in Hainaut, the "ducasse" of Messines has been able to keep the charm and traditional appeal of old times in the guise of a flower market. Every year enormous crowds invade this section of the town of Mons, and the antique toys that can be discovered still find, as once before, favour in the eyes of the public.

25-31

Brussels

EURANTICA: The Eurantica fine art and antiques fair at Brussels Expo offers upper-class bargain hunting on a continental scale, with dealers from all over Europe. More than 150 dealers from France, Spain, Holland, Britain, Italy and Germany, carefully selected by a committee of experts, display jewellery, oriental ceramics, tapestry, textiles, religious icons, musical instruments, engravings, pre-Colombian art, Art Déco, Art Nouveau, sculpture, paintings, furniture... the list of precious objects is endless.
From March 25, 2011 to April 3, 2011.

26-29

Brussels

PASSAPORTA FESTIVAL: A three-day festival celebration literature that features the multicultural and cosmopolitan life in Brussels.

28-31

Brussels

SPRING OF SCIENCE: Numerous activities are open to schools during the week, while during the weekend families will enjoy themselves. This weekend of scientific activities is aimed at everyone, young and old. Its aim is to popularize the scientific world by means of educational and playful animations. From March 28, 2011 to April 2, 2011.

All month

Brussels

MODERN ART MUSEUM: Please be advised that the museum will be closed from February to November for renovations.

All month 

Brussels

AMERICA. IT'S ALSO OUR HISTORY: This exhibition highlights the fascinating relationships between Europe and the USA, from the very first interactions to the ones of today.

All month 

Brussels 

NORBERT GHISOLAND: Botanique hosts an exhibition of Norbert Ghisoland, one of the Belgian matsers in photography of the previous century.
From February 17, 2011 to April 23, 2011.

All month 

Liege

EXPO SOS PLANET : The aim of the exhibition "SOS Planet" is to evaluate the situation, find out credible paths to follow for the future of the climate and make most people aware of the climate stakes in the future. The new TGV railway station of Liege-Guillemins will host the exhibition. 
From September 4, 2010 to May 1, 2011.

All month

Mons

SHANGAI 2010 AT THE MUNDANEUM: After its succes in Shangai, the pavillon "Better City, Better Life" is back!
From November 23, 2010 to April 30, 2011.

 All month

Brussels 

VENETIAN AND FLEMISH MASTERS: From the 15th to the 18th century, the exhibition presents four centuries of contrast between 15 masterpieces from the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp and some fifty paintings from the Accademia Carrara in Bergamo, one of the finest collections of Venetian paintings in existence. Some names: Bellini, Tiziano, Canaletto, Van Eick, Bouts, Jordaens...

All month

Brussels

LUC TUYMANS - RETROSPECTIVE: Following a series of US cities, Brussels is the first - and only - European city where the exhibition can be seen. In their selection the curators have highlighted a number of series, each of which was conceived and developed as a coherent whole by Tuymans. In total there are some 75 works in the exhibition, offering a chronological overview of 30 years of creative work. Via topics such as the Second World War, (post-)colonialism, and 9/11, subjects such as violence, history and nationalism, perception and surveillance are addressed.

TBA

Brussels

THE BAROQUE SPRING OF THE SABLON: There is no better location for this week-long Baroque festival than the beautiful public and private premises in and around Place du Grand Sablon. In March, the buildings ring to the soaring music of Corelli, Handel, Pergolesi, Couperin and Marais. The festival encourages young talent to perform at afternoon concerts and to participate in workshops at the Conservatoire.

April

Place

Events

1-2

Tournai

CARNIVAL OF TOURNAI : The large carnival of Tournai based on creativity and imagination is a theme festival. The carnival includes show, Masked Ball (activities for children, tributes...) and Great Ball at la Halle-aux-Draps.

1-2

Brussels

ARS MUSICA: Also known as "the spring of contemporary music", the Ars Musica festival has carved out a reputation as a real reference event for contemporary music. Every year, the festival brings together works by composers who are writing the sounds and scores of tomorrow.
Starting March 4 until April 2.

1-2 

Brussels

SPRING OF SCIENCE: Numerous activities are open to schools during the week, while during the weekend families will enjoy themselves. This weekend of scientific activities is aimed at everyone, young and old. Its aim is to popularize the scientific world by means of educational and playful animations.
From March 28, 2011 to April 2, 2011.

1-3

Brussels

EURANTICA: The Eurantica fine art and antiques fair at Brussels Expo offers upper-class bargain hunting on a continental scale, with dealers from all over Europe. More than 150 dealers from France, Spain, Holland, Britain, Italy and Germany, carefully selected by a committee of experts, display jewellery, oriental ceramics, tapestry, textiles, religious icons, musical instruments, engravings, pre-Colombian art, Art Déco, Art Nouveau, sculpture, paintings, furniture... the list of precious objects is endless.
From March 25, 2011 to April 3, 2011.

1-23 

Brussels 

NORBERT GHISOLAND: Botanique hosts an exhibition of Norbert Ghisoland, one of the Belgian matsers in photography of the previous century.
From February 17, 2011 to April 23, 2011.

2-3-4

Stavelot 

CARNIVAL DU LAETARE:The Blancs Moussis festivities and parade. A particularly  joyful experience is the tossing of confetti by the ton at virtually anything that moves; motorized cannons shoot confetti at the crowds and with skillful aim also target second floor flats along the parade route.

7-19

Brussels

FESTIVAL OF FANTASTIC FILM: Rated as one of the best in the world, this festival promises two weeks of film screenings. The electric atmosphere fills not only the dark auditoriums where some 150 films are shown, but also extends to the famous body-painting competitions and the merciless vampires' ball where aliens, angels and demons gather in an apocalyptic party scene.

13-17

Liege

INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF DETECTIVE FILMS IN LIEGE: Original film festival dedicated to a very popular genre: detective films. Liège will fall under the spell of investigations and intrigues.Programma: 8 films for competition, 4 avant-premières, a panorama of 10 films, short-films, films based on novels and important characters.

 15 -30

Brussels

ROYAL GREENHOUSES OPEN TO THE PUBLIC: Each year for a very short period of time the Greenhouses of the Royal Palace at Laeken are open to the public. 

20-30

Brussels

TUTANKAMUN, HIS TOMB AND HIS TREASURES: A major exhibition of the international archaeological sensation. It will reconstruct the pharaoh's tomb and his treasures.

22

Tournai

BIG ANNUAL FLOWER MARKET:The flower market starts at 8 AM and continues throughout the day until 6 PM. More than one hundred horticulturists take part in this sumptuous multi-coloured market which goes as far back as 1825. Concert by the royal wind band of the Tournai firemen.

23-24

Redu

BOOK FAIR: Every year, Redu -a small village in the heart of the Ardennes- hosts the Book Fair during Eastern weekend. Books are everywhere: in its 22 bookshops, on sidewalks and on booths. Every year, it attracts more than 200,000 visitors coming from all over the world!

24

Public Holiday

EASTER SUNDAY

25

Public Holiday

EASTER MONDAY

24-25

Redu

ENTRE JARDINS ET POTAGERS: This weekend, Redu will be metamorphosed into a kitchen garden! There will be numerous conference speakers, exhibitors of rare plants, workshops, and other exhibitions.

28-30

Brussels

ARTBRUSSELS: Every year more than 25,000 people gather at this contemporary art venue, where 150 carefully-chosen international galleries showcase the work of established artists and young talent, ranging from photographs and monochromes to light sculptures and colour canvasses.
From April 28, 2011 to May 1, 2011.  

28-30

Brussels

SHORT FILM FESTIVAL: Don't miss the 14th edition of the Short Film Festival and watch numerous short films from Belgium and other countries!
From April 25, 2011 to May 8, 2011. 

30 

Brussels 

QUEEN ELISABETH MUSIC COMPETITION-COMPOSITION
From April 30, 2011 to May 26, 2011.

 30

Brussels

 Brussels Design Market: The focus of this 11th edition is on vintage clothes, which is very trendy nowadays: shoes, dresses, bags, ... There is an entire separate section dedicated to this segment.

All month

Brussels

MODERN ART MUSEUM: Please be advised that the museum will be closed from February to November for renovations.

All month

Brussels

AMERICA. IT'S ALSO OUR HISTORY: This exhibition highlights the fascinating relationships between Europe and the USA, from the very first interactions to the ones of today.

All month

Liege

EXPO SOS PLANET : The aim of the exhibition "SOS Planet" is to evaluate the situation, find out credible paths to follow for the future of the climate and make most people aware of the climate stakes in the future. The new TGV railway station of Liege-Guillemins will host the exhibition. 
From September 4, 2010 to May 1, 2011.

All month

Mons

SHANGAI 2010 AT THE MUNDANEUM: After its succes in Shangai, the pavillon "Better City, Better Life" is back!
From November 23, 2010 to April 30, 2011.

 All month

Brussels 

LUC TUYMANS - RETROSPECTIVE: Following a series of US cities, Brussels is the first - and only - European city where the exhibition can be seen. In their selection the curators have highlighted a number of series, each of which was conceived and developed as a coherent whole by Tuymans. In total there are some 75 works in the exhibition, offering a chronological overview of 30 years of creative work. Via topics such as the Second World War, (post-)colonialism, and 9/11, subjects such as violence, history and nationalism, perception and surveillance are addressed.

 All month

Brussels 

 
VENETIAN AND FLEMISH MASTERS: From the 15th to the 18th century, the exhibition presents four centuries of contrast between 15 masterpieces from the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp and some fifty paintings from the Accademia Carrara in Bergamo, one of the finest collections of Venetian paintings in existence. Some names: Bellini, Tiziano, Canaletto, Van Eick, Bouts, Jordaens...

TBA

Mons

BEER FESTIVAL OF MONS: Every year the Party Service and tradesmen of Mons' Grand'Place organize a weekend dedicated to beer. Numerous stalls allow visitors to taste traditional beers and the big brands that made Belgium famous as the World Center of Beer.

May

Place

Events

1

Brussels

ARTBRUSSELS: Every year more than 25,000 people gather at this contemporary art venue, where 150 carefully-chosen international galleries showcase the work of established artists and young talent, ranging from photographs and monochromes to light sculptures and colour canvasses.

1

Liege

EXPO SOS PLANET : The aim of the exhibition "SOS Planet" is to evaluate the situation, find out credible paths to follow for the future of the climate and make most people aware of the climate stakes in the future. The new TGV railway station of Liege-Guillemins will host the exhibition. 
From September 4, 2010 to May 1, 2011.

 1

Brussels

 Brussels Design Market: The focus of this 11th edition is on vintage clothes, which is very trendy nowadays: shoes, dresses, bags, ... There is an entire separate section dedicated to this segment.

1-8

Brussels

SHORT FILM FESTIVAL: Don't miss the 14th edition of the Short Film Festival and watch numerous short films from Belgium and other countries!
From April 25, 2011 to May 8, 2011. 

1-8

Brussels

LUC TUYMANS - RETROSPECTIVE: Following a series of US cities, Brussels is the first - and only - European city where the exhibition can be seen. In their selection the curators have highlighted a number of series, each of which was conceived and developed as a coherent whole by Tuymans. In total there are some 75 works in the exhibition, offering a chronological overview of 30 years of creative work. Via topics such as the Second World War, (post-)colonialism, and 9/11, subjects such as violence, history and nationalism, perception and surveillance are addressed.

1-8

Brussels

VENETIAN AND FLEMISH MASTERS: From the 15th to the 18th century, the exhibition presents four centuries of contrast between 15 masterpieces from the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp and some fifty paintings from the Accademia Carrara in Bergamo, one of the finest collections of Venetian paintings in existence. Some names: Bellini, Tiziano, Canaletto, Van Eick, Bouts, Jordaens...

1-9

Brussels

AMERICA. IT'S ALSO OUR HISTORY: This exhibition highlights the fascinating relationships between Europe and the USA, from the very first interactions to the ones of today.

1-26

Brussels

QUEEN ELISABETH MUSIC COMPETITION-COMPOSITION
From April 30, 2011 to May 26, 2011.

5-21

Brussels

QUEEN ELISABETH MUSIC COMPETITION-VOICE

6-28

Brussels

KUNSTENFESTIVALDESARTS: Artists and public meet for the 14th time in the most diverse theatres and other public spaces in Brussels for a taste of theatre, music, dance, films and exhibitions. The KunstenFESTIVALdesArts has an essentially contemporary and international flavour.

7-8

Brussels

IRIS DAY: The iris is the symbol of Brussels and Iris Day celebrates the city in its spring splendour. The two-day programme includes live music, street entertainment and an open day at the Brussels Parliament, with live jazz on the premises

13-14

Brussels

LESBIAN AND GAY PRIDE: Street party, parade and pride shows in Brussels city center.

13-15 

Brusssels

 Brussels Accessible Art Fair: Accessible Art provides the public with the opportunity to buy art and design directly from emerging and established artists

13-22

Brussels

BOTANIQUE NIGHTS: Reggae, French songs, electro and rock are interwoven throughout the festival, held at the Botanique, the Cultural Center of the French speaking community.

21-26

Brussels

QUEEN ELISABETH MUSIC COMPETITION-COMPOSITION

27-29

Brussels

BRUSSELS JAZZ MARATHON: 125 free concerts and more than 450 musicians await jazz lovers on the biggest squares in Brussels. Big Bands and famous soloists play in open air, smaller bands play in bars and taverns, and you can see them all by using the special buses that criss-cross the city. Jazz it up!

All month

Brussels

MODERN ART MUSEUM: Please be advised that the museum will be closed from February to November for renovations.

1 - 8

Brussels

ROYAL GREENHOUSES OPEN TO THE PUBLIC: Each year for a very short period of time the Greenhouses of the Royal Palace at Laeken are open to the public.

TBA

Brussels

QUEEN ELISABETH MUSIC COMPETITION-PIANO
From May to June, 2011.

TBA

Liege

INTERNATIONAL JAZZ FESTIVAL: Prestigious jazz rendezvous gathering Belgian and foreign stars. Every jazz style will be played! Famous stars alternate with new ones, soloists with vocalists

TBA

Namur

INTERNATIONAL FAIR OF EXOTICISM AND LOCAL PRODUCTS: For the Pleasure of All your Senses... Whatever your age and origin are ... Spend a wonderful weekend for Dreaming moments : Handicrafts - Gastronomy - Tourism - Culture. Hundreds of Exhibitors from all over the world & thousands of international visitors

TBA

Brussels

FESTIVAL OF EUROPE: Animations and shows for all at every street corner, and the presence of many institutions that open their doors and answer all possible questions. Everybody is free to choose from this varied programme. Hence the slogan: "European elections, it's your choice!"

TBA

Dinant

9th CONTEST FOR YOUNG SAXOPHONE PLAYERS : The International Adolphe Sax Association organizes a contest for young saxophone players. The contest is open to Belgian and Luxemburg musicians.

All Month

Brussels

TUTANKAMUN, HIS TOMB AND HIS TREASURES: A major exhibition of the international archaeological sensation. It will reconstruct the pharaoh's tomb and his treasures.

June

Place

Events

2

Public Holiday

ASCENSION DAY

2-5

Namur 

FESTIVAL OF THE FAIRGROUND ARTS: For 4 days and 4 nights, comedians, magicians and dream and illusion merchants take you along in search of emotions and pleasure! Fascinating!

4-30

Wallonia

FESTIVAL OF WALLONIA: The Festival of Wallonia has become one the major events in the Walloon musical life. Six festivals invite you to discover the architectural and musical heritage of their region and to share their strong inclination towards parties and conviviality. Every year, there will be a common theme in the programming of all the festivals and a renowned Belgian cultural personality is chosen as sponsor for the entire season.
From June 4, 2011 to October 14, 2011.

8-12

Brussels

BRUSSELS ANCIENT ART FAIR: Dealers in classical, Egyptian and Near Eastern antiquities come to Brussels from all over the world to put their treasures on display in leading galleries at the Sablon quarter.

9-30

Brussels

YOUNG BELGIAN PAINTERS AWARD 2011

12

Public Holiday

WHIT SUNDAY

12-13

Redu

BOOK AND PAPER TRADE DAYS: Every year, this small village in the heart of the Ardennes plays host to this event on Whit Sunday and Monday.

13

Public Holiday

WHIT MONDAY

17-21

Brussels

FETE DE LA MUSIQUE: Belgium'French-speaking community'annual music celebration with more than 500 concerts in Brussels and Wallonia. The event marks the start of the summer and the launch of the festival season. 

19

Mons

DOUDOU, PROCESSION OF THE GOLDEN CARRIAGE AND BATTLE OF THE LUMECON: The procession, dating back to 1349, commemorates Saint George pursuing and then slaying the dragon.

22-29

Brussels

BRUSSELS FILM FESTIVAL: 8 days film with about sixty films in premiere, every evening free concerts and open air screenings! 

24-26

Brussels

COULEUR CAFE: An explosion of exotic, throbbing music from the Caribbean, Africa and Latin America. In between concerts visitors can buy ornaments and handicraft products from all over the world and sample delicious cocktails and international dishes.

25

Namur

VERDUR ROCK FESTIVAL: This international festival for contemporary music is free of charge and takes place in the magnificent setting of the nature theater at the Citadel of Namur.

29-30

Brussels

BEYOND THE DOCUMENT: Bozar hosts a collection of pictures taken by famous Belgian contemporan photographers (1980-2010).

All month

Brussels

MODERN ART MUSEUM: Please be advised that the museum will be closed from February to November for renovations.

TBA

Horrues

MUSICAL SUMMER OF HORRUES: Chamber music, foreign and Belgian ensembles.

See website

Brussels

MUSIC VILLAGE JAZZ CONCERTS: A series of 12 jazz nights with live music in the center of Brussels is organized by and at the Music Village. Discover the universe of jazz in the land where the saxophone was invented.

 All month

Brussels 

TUTANKAMUN, HIS TOMB AND HIS TREASURES: A major exhibition of the international archaeological sensation. It will reconstruct the pharaoh's tomb and his treasures.

July

Place

Events

1-10

Gozee

JUILLET MUSICAL D'AULNE: In the exceptional setting of the Abbey of Aulne a variety concerts are organized. Different styles to please everybody (classical music, jazz,...).

5 and 7

Brussels

OMMEGANG PAGEANT: Yearly colorful pageant on Brussels' Grand'Place commemorates a celebration in honor of Emperor Charles V in the 16th century.

07-10

Liege

LES ARDENTES : Fifth edition of this Electro Rock Festival taking place at Coronmeuse's Parc Astrid in Liege, in the heart of Wallonia.

8-10

Chiny

INTERCULTURAL FAIRY TALE FESTIVAL: This festival arose from a desire to introduce the public to the "floves" (jokes) as told by the local "raconteurs" (storytellers). In the past years the success of this event has been huge. It attracts a large number of storytellers who can be found not only in the halls and streets of the town, but also in the forest and on the little boats on the Semois River…

9-10

Brussels

BROSELLA FOLK & JAZZ: This absolutely free festival, staged in a park at the foot of the Atomium includes jazz, folk and other summer sounds ringing out from the main stage. In the evenings fans and dreamers hang out under the Chinese lanterns. Children are not forgotten either with numerous activities for all age groups.

14-17

Dour

DOUR MUSIC FESTIVAL: An alternative music festival including 4 days of celebrations, an immense camp site, 6 stages, 240 groups and DJ's.

15-18

Dinant

DINANT JAZZ NIGHTS FESTIVAL: This international jazz festival takes place in the beautiful Saint-Norbert park of the Leffe Abbey. Programme: groups and musicians that have marked the festival's history and some new names.

20-24

Spa

FRANCOFOLIES: Every year for more than ten years, the biggest names in French song rock the stage in an all-out concert in the beautiful city of Spa.

21

Public Holiday

INDEPENDENCE DAY

22-27

Libramont

LIBRAMONT FAIR: Huge outdoor exhibition that offers a showcase for the rural world in all its many shapes and forms (machinery, livestock breeding, forestry, the agrifood industry, horticulture, study, research, education, culture and more).

31

Florenville-Chiny-Herbeumont

FLORENVILLE-CHINY-HERBEUMONT FESTIVAL:For some 20 years now a series of classical concerts are being organized in various places at Chiny, Florenville, and Herbeumont. There will also be a theatre piece at the Castle of Orval with the Compagnie des Galeries.
From July 31, 2011 to August 14, 2011.

All month

Brussels

MODERN ART MUSEUM: Please be advised that the museum will be closed from February to November for renovations.

All month

Brussels

MIDIS-MINIMES FESTIVAL: Like every year, the Midis-Minimes Festival offers you a concert of about 40 minutes every weekday in Brussels Minimes Church and the Conservatory. Diversified festival with traditional music on Monday, old on Tuesday, 18th century music on Wednesday, contemporary music on Thursday, and 19th century music on Friday. Discover new repertoires, composers, artists, instruments... At the same time, 3 cycles are devoted to instruments in general: women's voices, the piano and some "curiosities".

All month

Wallonia

FESTIVAL OF WALLONIA: The Festival of Wallonia has become one the major events in the Walloon musical life. Six festivals invite you to discover the architectural and musical heritage of their region and to share their strong inclination towards parties and conviviality. Every year, there will be a common theme in the programming of all the festivals and a renowned Belgian cultural personality is chosen as sponsor for the entire season.
From June 4, 2011 to October 14, 2011.

All month

Brussels

BEYOND THE DOCUMENT: Bozar hosts a collection of pictures taken by famous Belgian contemporan photographers (1980-2010).

All month

Brussels

YOUNG BELGIAN PAINTERS AWARD 2011

TBA

Brussels

ROYAL PALACE OPEN TO PUBLIC: Open every day, except on Monday from 10 am to 5 pm – Entrance free.

TBA

Liege

THE AMERICAN STYLE MUSIC FESTIVAL: The Royal Society "Les Amis Réunis de Cerexhe" organises an American music festival with 25 groups: country, cajun, rock, folk, Celtic music.

See website

Brussels

MUSIC VILLAGE JAZZ CONCERTS: A series of 12 jazz nights with live music in the center of Brussels is organized by and at the Music Village. Discover the universe of jazz in the land where the saxophone was invented.

All Month

Brussels

TUTANKAMUN, HIS TOMB AND HIS TREASURES: A major exhibition of the international archaeological sensation. It will reconstruct the pharaoh's tomb and his treasures.

August

Place

Events

1-14

Florenville-Chiny-Herbeumont

FLORENVILLE-CHINY-HERBEUMONT FESTIVAL:For some 20 years now a series of classical concerts are being organized in various places at Chiny, Florenville, and Herbeumont. There will also be a theatre piece at the Castle of Orval with the Compagnie des Galeries.
From July 31, 2011 to August 14, 2011.

1-26

Brussels

MIDIS-MINIMES FESTIVAL: Like every year, the Midis-Minimes Festival offers you a concert of about 40 minutes every weekday in Brussels Minimes Church and the Conservatory. Diversified festival with traditional music on Monday, old on Tuesday, 18th century music on Wednesday, contemporary music on Thursday, and 19th century music on Friday. Discover new repertoires, composers, artists, instruments... At the same time, 3 cycles are devoted to instruments in general: women's voices, the piano and some "curiosities".

3

Everywhere

THE SMURFS MOVIE IN 3D: Get ready to see the world in blue! Our favorite little men (and Smurfette!) in blue are hitting the big screen in their own 3D feature film! Belgium and North America get Smurf'd on August 3rd.

5-6-7

Floreffe Abbey

ESPERANZAH FESTIVAL: Esperanzah! is a festival for dedicated, nomadic and varied music styles and invites you to a world tour with new voices, different sounds and foreign and inventive rhythms. The international programme includes about twenty concerts of famous as well as new artists.

5-6-7

Gouvy

GOUVY JAZZ-BLUES FESTIVAL: The Gouvy Festival is one of the oldest jazz festivals of Belgium and has welcomed many big names in past years. Many famous jazz musicians have given an international dimension to this extraordinary festival. It takes place in the Ardennes countryside, on the estate of the Madelonne farm. Friday and Saturday are devoted to jazz and Sunday to blues. The mix of quietness and quality music gives the Ardennes even more colour.

6-7

Redu

BOOK NIGHT: During the night from Saturday to Sunday, bookshops and lots of street artists liven up the village!

9

Brussels

MEYBOOM: The planting of the May tree is a famous festival that has been taking place in Brussels since 1213.

12-14

Rossignol

GAUME JAZZ FESTIVAL: The Gaume Jazz Festival offers a blend of Belgian and European jazz in one big artistic event. This is truly an appointment in your cultural and tourist agenda this summer that you simply cannot miss. This edition takes place at Rossignol, in the "Gaumais micro-climat" of Tintigny, between Florenville & Arlon, Virton & Neufchâteau.

12-21

Brussels

BRUSSELS SUMMER FESTIVAL (EU'RITMIX): This music festival has more than 280 free concerts in a diverse range of music styles - rock, world music, jazz, hip hop, folk and reggae. It is also a meeting place for different forms of artistic expression including street theater, traveling groups, a circus and more.

13

Harre City

HARRE CITY COUNTRY FESTIVAL: Western country festival.

14 

Dinant

29TH INTERNATIONAL BATHTUB REGATTA: This hilarious competition on the River Meuse starts in the afternoon. Admission is free.

15

Public Holiday

ASSUMPTION DAY

15

Liege

FETES DU 15 AOUT: , Liège youth hostel is organising four days of free concerts.

15

Liege

OUTREMEUSE FESTIVAL: During the festivities of 15th August, experience the joyful festival of Outremeuse: concerts, culinary traditions (peket and boukete), flea markets, popular games, processions, traditional dances, and many other great activities!

18-31

Wallonia

MUSICA MUNDI: A chamber music festival for young musicians held in beautiful locations such as Chateau du Lac, Chateau La Hulpe and Concert Noble in Brussels.

20-21

Chassepierre

ARTIST FESTIVAL OF CHASSEPIERRE-INTERNATIONAL STREET ARTS FESTIVAL: During two days, the whole town is put in a whirl by the arrival of some 200 nomadic artists who have chosen to live outside and who turn it completely into a theatre. Chassepierre is the oldest festival of this kind in Europe.

21

Ath

GOUYASSE VESPERS & PROCESSION OF THE GIANTS (FAIR) - DUCASSE OF ATH: This remarkable event dates back to the fifteenth century and presents the Giants of Ath to the public. One of these giants is no other than the renowned Gouyasse, (Goliath). The following day the spectacular traditional cortège will take place. A magnificent parade featuring the giants of the town in the company of floats and a multitude of different groups. A real crowd puller.

26-27

Braine-l'Alleud

CHORAL NIGHT: Listen to the wonderful voices of various vocal ensembles.

26-27-28

Spa

THE BELGIAN FORMULA 1-GRAND PRIX OF SPA: The Belgian Formula One Grand Prix of Spa- Francorchamps is a mythical event where every year numerous exciting surprises await you. Discover the best track where the best F1 pilots ride!

 All Month

Wallonia

FESTIVAL OF WALLONIA: The Festival of Wallonia has become one the major events in the Walloon musical life. Six festivals invite you to discover the architectural and musical heritage of their region and to share their strong inclination towards parties and conviviality. Every year, there will be a common theme in the programming of all the festivals and a renowned Belgian cultural personality is chosen as sponsor for the entire season.
From June 4, 2011 to October 14, 2011.

All month

Brussels

BEYOND THE DOCUMENT: Bozar hosts a collection of pictures taken by famous Belgian contemporan photographers (1980-2010).

All month

Brussels

ROYAL PALACE OPEN TO PUBLIC: Open every day, except on Monday from 10 am to 5 pm – Entrance free. 

All month

Brussels

MODERN ART MUSEUM: Please be advised that the museum will be closed from February to November for renovations.

All month

Brussels

YOUNG BELGIAN PAINTERS AWARD 2011

TBA

Seneffe

FLOWER CARPET: A magnificent flower carpet made from  200,000 begonias will be laid out on the grounds of Seneffe Castle in French speaking Wallonia. For three days, over 11,000 sq ft of vibrant colors will light up the main courtyard of this prestigious 18th century castle.

See website

Brussels

MUSIC VILLAGE JAZZ CONCERTS: A series of 12 jazz nights with live music in the center of Brussels is organized by and at the Music Village. Discover the universe of jazz in the land where the saxophone was invented.

 All month

Brussels 

TUTANKAMUN, HIS TOMB AND HIS TREASURES: A major exhibition of the international archaeological sensation. It will reconstruct the pharaoh's tomb and his treasures.

27

Beloeil

MUSICALES DE BELOEIL: "Concert walk" in the prestigious estate of the Princes of Ligne. Music lovers and others can listen here to various interpretations of classical music.

September

Place

Events

1-16

Brussels

KLARAFESTIVAL: The new edition of the KlaraFestival, International Brussels Music Festival, has an unconventional and highly innovative approach by leaping from classical to world music to jazz and even pop.

1-25

Brussels

BEYOND THE DOCUMENT: Bozar hosts a collection of pictures taken by famous Belgian contemporan photographers (1980-2010).

2-3

Wardin 

WARD'IN ROCK FESTIVAL: From alternative rock to metal passing by pop. 

2-4

Brussels
 

BELGIAN BEER WEEKEND: The Belgian Brewers' association and the ‘Chevalerie du Fourquet des Brasseurs', in collaboration with the City of Brussels organizes the annual Belgian Beer Weekend on the Grand'Place. Many small, medium-sized and large Belgian breweries will present their best selections of beers. Beer aficionados should also check out our Beer Lovers guide. 

 3-4

St. Hubert

INTERNATIONAL HUNT, NATURE DAY & HISTORICAL PARADE: Hunting horn bands, blessing of the animals, folklore groups and a parade evoking the life of St. Hubert fill the day in this quaint French speaking Ardennes town.

9-11

Erquelinnes

HOPS FESTIVAL IN VAL DE SAMBRE: Great hops festivity with best-gatherer contest: a unique event in Wallonia! All amazing animations throughout the weekend: music, guided tours of the brewery, hot-air balloons with first flights opportunity, handicraft exhibitions and demonstrations, street animations.

10-11

Wallonia

HERITAGE DAYS: This event will allow you to discover or rediscover the wealth of the cultural heritage of Wallonia .About 480 activities are being organised with numerous animation all weekend long.

16

Brussels

MEMORIAL VAN DAMME: This annual sports event is a tribute to Ivo Van Damme, a brilliant Belgian athlete. Every year, the best track and field athletes come to Brussels from all over the world to break records.

17-18

Durbuy

BEER,BREAD & CHEESE FESTIVAL: Discover of regional products (beer, bread and chees) during a sampling trail, all weekend long

23

Brussels

DESIGN SEPTEMBER: Design September is an annual appointment for the design market and the industry players as well as for the general public interested in design.

All month

Brussels

MODERN ART MUSEUM: Please be advised that the museum will be closed from February to November for renovations.

All month

Wallonia

FESTIVAL OF WALLONIA: The Festival of Wallonia has become one the major events in the Walloon musical life. Six festivals invite you to discover the architectural and musical heritage of their region and to share their strong inclination towards parties and conviviality. Every year, there will be a common theme in the programming of all the festivals and a renowned Belgian cultural personality is chosen as sponsor for the entire season.
From June 4, 2011 to October 14, 2011.

All month

Brussels

MIDIS-MINIMES FESTIVAL: Like every year, the Midis-Minimes Festival offers you a concert of about 40 minutes every weekday in Brussels Minimes Church and the Conservatory. Diversified festival with traditional music on Monday, old on Tuesday, 18th century music on Wednesday, contemporary music on Thursday, and 19th century music on Friday. Discover new repertoires, composers, artists, instruments... At the same time, 3 cycles are devoted to instruments in general: women's voices, the piano and some "curiosities".

All month 

Brussels

YOUNG BELGIAN PAINTERS AWARD 2011

TBA

Brussels

ROYAL PALACE OPEN TO PUBLIC: Open every day, except on Monday from 10 am to 5 pm – Entrance free.

TBA

Bastogne 

LA BASTOGNARDE: Belgium's biggest annual mountain-biking event. Starting off in the town of Bastogne, the one-day gathering is open to everyone, from amateurs to hardcore cyclists. 

TBA

Brussels

HERITAGE DAYS: The Heritage Days offer you the unique opportunity to discover many monuments and other cultural locations and admire these places that are often overlooked.

TBA

Brussels

EUROPEAN DAY : A SUNDAY WITHOUT CAR: The participating cities and towns delimit a particular zone of the city centre, banning all car traffic from the morning until the evening (in general, from 7 am to 7 pm). This zone is only accessible by bike, by public transport or on foot

TBA

Brussels

LATE OPENINGS AT BRUSSELS MUSEUMS: An autumn tradition, the Late Openings at Brussels Museums lets visitors explore at least five museums every Thursday from 5 p.m. until 10 p.m. accompanied by a program of special activities, such as guided tours, stories and demonstrations.

TBA

Liege

CITY PARADE: One of the biggest techno festivals in Wallonia.

TBA

Libramont

LIBR ART: Paintings, sculptures, pictures, and many mores from 22 artists around the globe.

See website

Brussels

MUSIC VILLAGE JAZZ CONCERTS: A series of 12 jazz nights with live music in the center of Brussels is organized by and at the Music Village. Discover the universe of jazz in the land where the saxophone was invented.

All month

Brussels

TUTANKAMUN, HIS TOMB AND HIS TREASURES: A major exhibition of the international archaeological sensation. It will reconstruct the pharaoh's tomb and his treasures.

October

Place

Events

1-14

Wallonia

FESTIVAL OF WALLONIA: The Festival of Wallonia has become one the major events in the Walloon musical life. Six festivals invite you to discover the architectural and musical heritage of their region and to share their strong inclination towards parties and conviviality. Every year, there will be a common theme in the programming of all the festivals and a renowned Belgian cultural personality is chosen as sponsor for the entire season.

1-23

Brussels 

BIENNAL ART NOUVEAU : An original way to discover Brussels, capital of Europe and Art Nouveau. You can explore a city district by district with Art Nouveau architecture. Or you can visit Art Nouveau interiors (villas, private houses, schools, shops, …), which are exceptionally open and accessible with a pass (only Saturdays & Sundays). 

1-31

Liege 

LIEGE FUN FAIR: The October Fun Fair in Liege is an enormous gatherings of young and old with some 150 fairground stalls set up in Avroy park. 

2

Brussels

BRUSSELS MARATHON: What better way is there to discover the splendid city of Brussels than to run its annual marathon? Forget the tour bus, this year you can keep fit by running through the city centre's avenues, boulevards and parks.

8-23

Arlon

FAERIE : Fair for fantastic art and heroic fantasy. Artists from France, Germany, Russia, Afghanistan and Belgium will present their metaphors on our contemporary world. This is a biennial event. 

10-16

Marbehan

BRASSIGAUME FESTIVAL: With this festival have the opportunity to discover the small Belgian Breweries but also come to taste Belgian Beer specialities.

19-20

Louvain-la-Neuve 

24 HOURS OF CYCLING: Every year, Louvain-la-Neuve - a university town just 20 minutes from Brussels by train - organizes the 24 Hours of Cycling. This huge, day-long cycling race is filled with live concerts, street entertainment, fireworks, and parties to encourage the cyclists as they ride through the day and night. And it is also the 2nd largest beer event in Europe! 

21-23

Brussels

MODO BRUXELLAE FASHION DESIGNERS' TRAIL: At the end of October the center of Brussels becomes the mecca of fashion where visitors can view exhibitions and installations by talented Belgian fashion designers. Fashion schools, new labels, well-known houses, famous and unknown designers work together to create a highly original and up-to-the-minute image of fashion.

All month

Brussels

MODERN ART MUSEUM: Please be advised that the museum will be closed from February to November for renovations.

All month

Brussels

YOUNG BELGIAN PAINTERS AWARD 2011

TBA

Namur

INTERNATIONAL FRENCH-LANGUAGE FILM FESTIVAL :Discover more than 100 short or long films and documentaries from French-speaking filmakers.

TBA

Brussels

LATE OPENINGS AT BRUSSELS MUSEUMS: An autumn tradition, the Late Openings at Brussels Museums lets visitors explore at least five museums every Thursday from 5 p.m. until 10 p.m. accompanied by a program of special activities, such as guided tours, stories and demonstrations.

TBA

Brussels

BRUSSELS BIENNIAL: The first edition of the Brussels Biennial, a new international exhibition of contemporary art, opens on October 19th 2008. Fifty years earlier Expo '58 in Brussels closed its doors. Brussels Biennial now invites contemporary artists to reflect on the spirit of modernity and optimism which characterized the event fifty years ago. Their work will be shown in institutions and public spaces which typify our modern society: the National Bank, the Royal Library, the national administrative centre and the Brussels train stations. The project will comprise a total of fifty exhibitions, involving some one-hundred artists.

TBA

Redu

BOOK AND CHILD DAY: Every year, this small village in the heart of the Ardennes plays host to this event.

TBA 

SKODA JAZZ FESTIVAL: Enjoy the concerts of avant-garde, blues, hip-hop, jazz, and world music at concerts taking place in diverse Belgian cities. International stars will be there!

All month

Brussels

TUTANKAMUN, HIS TOMB AND HIS TREASURES: A major exhibition of the international archaeological sensation. It will reconstruct the pharaoh's tomb and his treasures.

November

Place

Events

1

Public Holiday

ALL SAINT'S DAY

1-11

Brussels

YOUNG BELGIAN PAINTERS AWARD 2011

1-13

Liege

LIEGE FUN FAIR: The October Fun Fair in Liege is an enormous gatherings of young and old with some 150 fairground stalls set up in Avroy park.

11

Public Holiday

ARMISTICE DAY

24-26

Brussels

SABLON BY NIGHT: The Sablon, one of the most beautiful districts of the European capital, organizes its famous Sablon by night. On this occasion the shops open their doors a little more to the public with the organization of numerous exhibitions, cocktails and various activities.

All month

Brussels

MODERN ART MUSEUM: Please be advised that the museum will be closed from February to November for renovations.

TBA

Brussels

BRUSSELS BIENNIAL: The first edition of the Brussels Biennial, a new international exhibition of contemporary art, opens on October 19th 2008. Fifty years earlier Expo '58 in Brussels closed its doors. Brussels Biennial now invites contemporary artists to reflect on the spirit of modernity and optimism which characterized the event fifty years ago. Their work will be shown in institutions and public spaces which typify our modern society: the National Bank, the Royal Library, the national administrative centre and the Brussels train stations. The project will comprise a total of fifty exhibitions, involving some one-hundred artists.

TBA

Brussels

LATE OPENINGS AT BRUSSELS MUSEUMS: An autumn tradition, the Late Openings at Brussels Museums lets visitors explore at least five museums every Thursday from 5 p.m. until 10 p.m. accompanied by a program of special activities, such as guided tours, stories and demonstrations.

TBA

SKODA JAZZ FESTIVAL: Enjoy the concerts of avant-garde, blues, hip-hop, jazz, and world music at concerts taking place in diverse Belgian cities. International stars will be there!

TBA

Dinant

INTERNATIONAL ADOLPH SAX COMPETITION: Great international  music competition.

1 - 6

Brussels

TUTANKAMUN, HIS TOMB AND HIS TREASURES: A major exhibition of the international archaeological sensation. It will reconstruct the pharaoh's tomb and his treasures.

December

Place

Events

25

Public Holiday

CHRISTMAS DAY

TBA

Brussels

EUROPEAN CHRISTMAS MARKET: Winter fun, an ice skating rink and much more await visitors in the warm and friendly atmosphere of downtown Brussels.  A holiday shoppers' delight!

TBA

Liege

CHRISTMAS VILLAGE IN LIEGE: In the heart of the city of Liege 160 decorated wooden cottages form a magical Christmas Village throughout the month of December.