Local Events
Keep your finger firmly on the pulse of the city beat with the Hotel Brussels’ essential events calendar. Choose the dates for your trip according to what’s hot in the urban jungle, or contact us for some Brussels inspiration by email or phone.
Free museums
Every first Sunday of the month, some museums in Brussels open their doors for free, offering access to cultural gems. Explore art, history, and more without cost!
18/4/2025 - 11/5/2025
Royal Greenhouses Laeken
In spring, take advantage of the unique opportunity to visit the Royal Greenhouses at Laeken.
18/5/2025 - 22/5/2025
EUROMEDLAB 2025
26th IFCC-EFLM EUROMEDLAB Congress of Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Medicine
49th Annual Meeting of the Royal Belgian Society of Laboratory Medicine
- 18/5/2025
Magritte: The Immersive Experience
Discover Magritte: L'expérience immersive, a unique exhibition that plunges you into the heart of surrealism.
23/5/2025 - 25/5/2025
Lotto Brussels Jazz Weekend
On 23, 24 & 25 May, the city transforms into a vibrant stage where jazz takes over every corner.
25/5/2025
20km of Brussels
The Brussels 20km race takes you on a journey through Brussels most beautiful monuments and parks.
17/6/2025 - 22/6/2025
Midsummer Mozartiade
Love Mozart? Don’t miss the 9th edition of this summer festival in the heart of Brussels!
20/6/2025 - 20/6/2025
Jazz Jette June
On June 20 from 5 PM, Jazz Jette June brings free Belgian jazz and festive vibes to Place Reine Astrid as part of the Fête de la Musique.
26/6/2025 - 29/6/2025
Festival Musiq3 | Be Curious
Be curious! From 26 to 29 June, Festival Musiq3 unites top artists and rising talent for four days of music, discovery, and inspiration at Flagey and Théâtre Marni.
27/6/2025 - 29/6/2025
Couleur Café
Need a musical break? Come to the Couleur Café festival for a day or a weekend.
30/6/2025 - 1/7/2025
Brussels Palace Open Air
Neil Young and Jean-Michel Jarre will headline the new Brussels Palace Open Air this summer, set against the iconic Royal Palace backdrop.
4/7/2025 - 6/7/2025
Brosella Festival
Brosella is a vibrant Brussels festival celebrating contemporary jazz and urban ethno music in an inclusive, pay-what-you-can setting.
17/7/2025 - 26/7/2025
Tomorrowland
Tomorrowland Belgium is one of the world's most iconic electronic dance music festivals, held annually in Boom, Belgium.
25/7/2025 - 27/7/2025
Formula 1 Belgian Grand Prix 2025
The F1 Belgian Grand Prix returns to Spa-Francorchamps, delivering high-speed action on one of the most iconic tracks in motorsport.
14/8/2025 - 14/8/2025
Kraftwerk - Royal Palace Open Air
Kraftwerk returns with a brand-new show on 14th August 2025 at the Royal Palace Open Air in Brussels, blending electronic music, visuals, and performance art.
4/10/2025 - 9/10/2025
Busworld Europe 2025 Congress
Trainworld Congress is a premier event focused on the future of rail transport, featuring expert discussions on innovation, sustainability, and technological advancements in the railway industry.
28/11/2025 - 4/1/2026
Plaisirs d’Hiver Christmas Market
From November 28, 2025, to January 4, 2026, Plaisirs d’Hiver returns to Brussels for its 25th edition, promising even more magic and surprises.