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35 things to do in Brussels
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!
Zythos Beer Festival
Over one hundred beer producers come to the city of Leuven every April
Speculoos (Speculaas)
Thin and crispy Belgian cookies for St. Nickolas’ Day
Moules Frites (Mosselen met Friet)
Mussels and fries is one of the most popular dishes in Belgian cuisine
Cherry Blossoms in Hasselt
Over two hundred cherry trees bloom in Europe's largest Japanese garden
Meyboom
Every year, a tree is erected in the city to commemorate the victory of Brussels over the city of Leuven
Horst Arts & Music Festival
A three-day art and music festival in a former military site
Brussels Airport Marathon & Half Marathon
Every autumn, thousands of runners gather in Brussels
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
Couleur Café Festival
The most exotic and colourful festival of Belgium is a mixture of urban music and contemporary art
Magnolias in Botanic Garden Meise
Dozens of magnolia trees burst into blossoms and mark the beginning of spring
Brussels Summer Festival
Discover Belgian music with dozens of artists playing rock, pop, hip-hop and jazz
Zinneke Parade
Every two years, the people of Brussels gather to strengthen community spirit
Royal Greenhouses of Laeken
The private garden of the King welcomes visitors for three weeks only
Floralia Brussels
Over one million flowers bloom in the park and greenhouses of the 12th-century castle
Brussels Chocolate Fair (Salon du Chocolat)
A three-day event for chocolate lovers
Flower Carpet & Flowertime
Every year, the center of Belgium's capital gets covered with flowers
Foire du Midi
For over one month, the funfair occupies the streets of Brussels
Belgian National Day
Free museums entry, a parade and fireworks are part of the celebration
Beer Festivals
Autumn is the best time to discover the beer culture of Belgium
Brussels Christmas Market
One of the best and largest holiday markets in Europe
Brussels New Year's Eve
Watch the fireworks near the Atomium or explore Brussels' best nightclubs
Belgian Beer Weekend
Over 450 beers during one weekend in the center of Brussels