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82 things to do in Belgium
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Rock Werchter
One of the oldest rock festivals in the world is listed in European top five and boasts incredible crowds
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Tomorrowland
On the eve of the first time Tomorrowland, its organizers handed out tickets for free to ensure that people would come. A few years later, the tickets were sold out in a second!
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Ghent Festival of Flanders
From organ music to jazz, this festival is all about diversity and creativity
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Krakelingen & Tonnekensbrand
This fire and bread feast marks the end of winter
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Birdwatching
In winter, parts of Belgium serve as a shelter for flocks of migratory birds
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Zythos Beer Festival
Over one hundred beer producers come to the city of Leuven every April
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Sonian Forest (Zoniënwoud)
“Brussels’ Lungs” is a habitat for hundreds of species
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Owl Breeding Season
Birdwatchers flock to Belgium every spring to observe Tengmalm’s Owl and the Eagle Owl
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Speculoos (Speculaas)
Thin and crispy Belgian cookies for St. Nickolas’ Day
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Hiking
Deep forests, picturesque valleys, mountain rivers and heaths in blossom await hikers in Belgium
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Caving
Belgium boasts several cave systems and underground waterways
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Moules Frites (Mosselen met Friet)
Mussels and fries is one of the most popular dishes in Belgian cuisine
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White Asparagus
The “white gold” of Belgium is a favorite spring vegetable
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Kayaking & Canoeing
Discover Wallonia from the water. The whole region is crisscrossed by smaller rivers
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Skiing and Snowboarding
Belgium satisfies both experienced riders and beginners
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Heather Blooming
Observe the vast Belgian moorlands covered with a violet carpet of Calluna vulgaris
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Sea Lavender (Lamsoor) in the Zwin
This plant makes the North Sea coastline and salt marshes of Belgium look alive
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Cherry Blossoms in Hasselt
Over two hundred cherry trees bloom in Europe's largest Japanese garden
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Barrio Cantina
A Belgian Food Truck Festival travels across the Flanders region
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Houtem Jaarmarkt
One of the biggest and oldest open-air livestock fairs in Europe
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Meyboom
Every year, a tree is erected in the city to commemorate the victory of Brussels over the city of Leuven
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Horseback Shrimp Fishing
A unique fishing tradition is still preserved in Oostduinkerke
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Shrimp Season
One of the key specialties of Belgium and a favourite among locals
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Horst Arts & Music Festival
A three-day art and music festival in a former military site
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Pukkelpop
The second biggest music festival in Belgium offers four days of trendy beats
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Fire is Gold Festival
One of the biggest electronic music events in Belgium
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BRAFA Art Fair
One of the oldest and most prestigious fairs in Europe
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Rampage
The biggest drum&bass and dubstep party in the world
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Ducasse de Mons (Doudou)
The traditional village fair celebrates the victory of Saint George over the dragon
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Bruges Beer Festival
For the first weekend of February, Bruges becomes a pilgrimage site for beer-lovers
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Ducasse d'Ath
For more than 500 years, seven giants have walked through the town of Ath on the fourth Sunday of August
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Brussels Jazz Weekend
For one weekend, the heart of Brussels beats to the rhythm of jazz, which is played in every nook of the city
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Giant Omelette in Malmedy
Every year, the citizens of Malmedy gather to cook a huge omelette
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Couleur Café Festival
The most exotic and colourful festival of Belgium is a mixture of urban music and contemporary art
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Magnolias in Botanic Garden Meise
Dozens of magnolia trees burst into blossoms and mark the beginning of spring
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Marches of Entre-Sambre-et-Meuse
A series of traditional marches take place in the small towns of Wallonia
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Brussels Summer Festival
Discover Belgian music with dozens of artists playing rock, pop, hip-hop and jazz
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European Circus Festival
World-class artists show us what the real circus is
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Village de Noël de Liège
Liege's Christmas Village is the biggest and oldest Christmas market in Belgium
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Medieval Festival of Bouillon
Visitors plunge into the atmosphere of the Middle Ages
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Blossom Season in Haspengouw
Pear, apple, and cherry orchards burst into blossoms for one month
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Esperanzah! World Music Festival
Three days of dancing at the abbey on the picturesque banks of the Sambre River
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Dinant International Bathtub Regatta
The unusual Belgian water race attracts participants from all over the world
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Royal Greenhouses of Laeken
The private garden of the King welcomes visitors for three weeks only
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Ommegang Festival
The city gets occupied by thousands of medieval characters
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Floralia Brussels
Over one million flowers bloom in the park and greenhouses of the 12th-century castle
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Brussels Chocolate Fair (Salon du Chocolat)
A three-day event for chocolate lovers
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Procession of the Holy Blood (Bruges)
The colourful pageant unites the city through its history and beliefs
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Flower Carpet & Flowertime
Every year, the center of Belgium's capital gets covered with flowers
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Dour Festival
The biggest and most popular music event in the French-speaking part of Belgium
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Ghent Light Festival
When the sun goes down, thousands of lights illuminate Ghent
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Pageant of the Golden Tree
Every five years, a colourful festival takes over the streets of Bruges
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Belgian National Day
Free museums entry, a parade and fireworks are part of the celebration
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Baloise Antwerp 10 Miles
Every year, athletes and enthusiasts from all over Europe gather to run 6 or 16 kilometers
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Beer Festivals
Autumn is the best time to discover the beer culture of Belgium
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Brussels Christmas Market
One of the best and largest holiday markets in Europe
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Antwerp Christmas Market
The brightly decorated historic city center of Antwerp looks stunning during the holidays
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Belgium's Christmas Markets
Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of winter holidays and savor mouth-watering Belgian delicacies
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Brussels New Year's Eve
Watch the fireworks near the Atomium or explore Brussels' best nightclubs
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Belgian Beer Weekend
Over 450 beers during one weekend in the center of Brussels
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Bruges Christmas Markets
A special occasion full of the festive hustle and bustle, Belgian delicacies, and authentic holiday gifts
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Ghent Christmas Market
Enjoy the amazing holiday atmosphere during the Christmas season
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Winterland Hasselt Christmas Market
Kolonel Dusartplein transforms into a true winter wonderland for over seven weeks
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Vredefeesten Balloon Festival Sint-Niklaas
The weekend full of fun and hot air balloons at Grote Markt in Sint-Niklaas
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Belgian Air Force Days
The impressive aerial acrobatics of fighter jets, vintage cars, and helicopters
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Jazz Middelheim
An annual summer jazz fest at the charming Middelheim Park in Antwerp