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Museums & ExposExpo ManganoAn exhibition showcasing the latest works by artist and poet Jose Mangano, with a monthly newsletter from the Araucana restaurant. A unique blend of art and culinary culture.Permanent · rue du fort, 5 / 1060 Saint-Gilles · FREEMuseums & ExposSelf-portraitA new exhibition featuring fresh works, with weekly drawing workshops and masterclasses available. Engage with the artist through social media for participation.Permanent · Rue Malibran · FREEMuseums & ExposA new strong connectionA solo exhibition showcasing new paintings exploring themes of connection and emotion. The work reflects a year of intense painting and personal reflection.Permanent · Bog-Art Contemporary · FREEMuseums & ExposJe vous invite à un Petit dej - ExpoA breakfast with artist José Mangano and a visit to his exhibition in a cozy setting.Permanent · De Patissier · FREEMuseums & ExposPigmentsPigments is an exhibition celebrating vibrant colors and artistic expression, featuring 15 emerging artists in a dynamic and colorful display.Permanent · Galerie art Bruxelles · FREEMuseums & ExposExposition des sciences : à table !An exhibition showcasing student projects on the role of science in food through history, today and tomorrow. Explore interactive displays and meet young researchers.Permanent · ULB - Campus Solbosch, Bâtiment S · FREEFood & MarketsRétrospective Roger CoqartA retrospective of Roger Coqart's computer-generated works from February to April 2016, featuring early pieces by international algorithmists.Permanent · Atelier pH7 · FREEMuseums & ExposMicro Musée de la Frite: portes ouvertes gratuites + expo 'Culture Fritkot'Home Frit’ Home reopens its doors with a free, open event showcasing the quirky world of Fritkot culture. Explore over 600 objects, art, and stories around fried foods.Permanent · Home Frit' Home · FREEMuseums & Expos"Another history of Brussels" The popular districts of the canalExplore Brussels' canal through 14 interactive codes. Discover exhibitions, a garden, and family-friendly activities in a vibrant space.Permanent · COOP · FREEMuseums & ExposMicro Musée de la Frite: portes ouvertes gratuites + expo 'Culture Fritkot'La Frite plie mais ne rompt pas ! Home Frit’ Home et son Micro Musée de la Frite ont rouvert leurs portes, avec un kloutch de sauce hydroalcoolique en sus !Permanent · Home Frit' Home · FREEMuseums & ExposJe vous invite à un Petit dej - ExpoVous êtes invité à un petit déjeuné le jeudi 13 décembre en compagnie de l'artistePermanent · De Patissier · FREEMuseums & ExposEDEN 2.023 · A New Perspective on ParadiseViolaine Alghisi's photos blend dance and architecture, offering an intimate look at Art Nouveau masterpieces through a new lens.Permanent · De Ultieme Hallucinatie · FREEMuseums & ExposTRENZAR Brussels - Contemporary Design - Artisan Gallery Slow-Local-EngagedTRENZAR presents a fusion of Belgian and Argentine artistry through unique, handcrafted pieces. Discover traditional Argentine handicrafts reimagined with a Belgian design touch.Permanent · Trenzar Artisan Gallery · FREEFood & MarketsRe:Creation Hall, Brussels Upcycling Market.Re:Creation Hall is a monthly upcycling market in Brussels where artisans transform discarded items into unique clothing, jewelry, and home decor. Discover eco-friendly crafts and sustainable design.Permanent · Les Ateliers des Tanneurs · FREEArts & StageOffre de stage en gestion culturelle et spectacle vivantGroupe 8 is seeking interns in administration, production, and artistic project realization for a minimum of three months starting in November 2023. The team offers dynamic work on cultural and live performance projects, including a documentary art project addressing societal issues.Permanent · Groupe 8 · FREEMuseums & ExposMuseum of the National Bank of BelgiumExplore the National Bank of Belgium's museum in a stunning 19th-century building. Discover the history of money and the work of a European central bank.Permanent · Museum of the National Bank of Belgium · FREEMuseums & ExposIWalkExplore Brussels' hidden Holocaust history through a digital walking tour. Discover the lives of child survivors and their stories.Permanent · Rue Lenglentier · FREEMuseums & ExposExperience EuropeExperience Europe offers an interactive journey through the EU's work and values with virtual tours, games, and immersive tech. Discover the Commission's role in a playful setting.Permanent · Experience Europe · FREECommunity & ExpatsA special costume for JeannekeEmbark on a digital treasure hunt through Brussels' streets, helping Manneken-Pis choose his perfect outfit for Jeanneke-Pis. Solve puzzles and explore the Grand Place area with the Baludik app.Permanent · GardeRobe MannekenPis [ONLINE] · FREECommunity & ExpatsWalking by numbersExplore Brussels' municipalities through building numbers, uncovering stories behind each one. Discover details in typography, materials, and hidden messages on your walk.Permanent · Various places in Brussels · FREECommunity & ExpatsExclusive collaboration with Opera La Monnaie.A luxurious overnight stay for two, combining a room with breakfast, two opera tickets, and a gourmet 3-course meal with wine.Permanent · The Dominican · FREEFood & MarketsMarché Gourmet Du SablonA weekly gourmet market offering fresh, locally sourced products in the heart of Brussels. Discover artisanal goods and enjoy a lively atmosphere.Permanent · Grand Sablon Market · FREECommunity & ExpatsThe FreeTour of BrusselsDiscover Brussels on a free walking tour. Explore iconic landmarks like the Grand Place, Manneken Pis, and the Galleries of St. Hubert.Permanent · BelgoTours · FREECommunity & ExpatsBalades sonores pavés de mémoire et traces de la Résistance à Saint-GillesA sound walk exploring memory stones and Resistance traces in Saint-Gilles. Children's voices guide through historical sites of resistance during WWII.Permanent · Saint-Gilles · FREEMuseums & ExposALlons MArcher !A poetic journey through the UCLouvain Woluwe campus, guided by Laurence Vielle's verses that highlight everyday cultural spaces. Discover hidden gems through art and walking.Permanent · Espace Arte-Fac · FREECommunity & ExpatsCity Secrets - Explore Brussels' Architecture at your own Pace [FREE]Discover Brussels' architecture through three themed routes or create your own. Explore must-sees, Art Nouveau gems, and comic book heritage.Permanent · City Secrets [ONLINE] · FREECommunity & ExpatsPodwalk - In the footsteps of the Burgundians, with Bart Van Loo through BrusselsJoin Bart Van Loo on a historical walk through Brussels, uncovering the Burgundian era's legacy. Explore sites where political power and art once thrived.Permanent · KBR · FREEMuseums & ExposMaurice Tillieux. RetrospectiveA heritage exhibition showcasing around one hundred original works by Maurice Tillieux, highlighting his unique style and impact on Franco-Belgian comics.22 May – 18 Jul · 11:00–19:00 · Huberty & Breyne Gallery · FREEMuseums & ExposLevalet - 'Clap'Levalet explores cinema through fragmented film posters, creating hybrid images that blend genres and eras. His self-portrait navigates between fiction and reality within these reconstructed worlds.5 Jun – 18 Jul · 10:00–18:00 · Mazel Galerie · FREEMuseums & ExposWhat's Your Style?What's Your Style? explores the creative vision of 11 Belgian stylists, revealing their unique approaches to fashion and visual storytelling through carefully curated displays.29 May – 5 Sept · 11:00–18:00 · MAD Brussels · FREEMuseums & ExposVolatile Imprints ExhibitionAn exhibition exploring the ephemeral through three photographic techniques, each capturing the intangible with unique materiality and depth.21 May – 19 Jul · 12:00–19:00 · Studio Baxton · FREEMuseums & ExposMy Body, My Story - Virginie Deronchêne & Catherine BosmanAn exhibition celebrating individuals who turned life's challenges into strength, featuring 18 real-life stories through large portraits and personal testimonies.6 Jun – 30 Aug · 09:00–18:00 · Belgian Chocolate Village · FREEWorkshops & LearningCorps BrodéA collective embroidery project exploring the ailments and stories of bodies through shared creative expression.10 Jun – 29 Jul · 09:30–12:30 · Doucheflux · FREEMuseums & ExposHabiter l'eau: Spiritualié et RésilienceAn exhibition exploring water's spiritual and resilient significance through the works of two Central African artists.7 Jun – 1 Aug · 14:00–18:00 · Galerie Christophe Person · FREEMuseums & ExposJ'aurai toujours 20 ansAn exhibition showcasing the work of young photographers from the ciné-photo workshop, capturing the essence of Molenbeek through humor, daily life, and surrealism.28 May – 30 Oct · 09:00–17:30 · Maison des Cultures et de la Cohésion sociale de Molenbeek (MCCS) · FREEMuseums & ExposPostcolonial?The House of European History examines Europe's colonial past through a new exhibition, exploring how colonial power shaped the modern world.18 Apr – 14 Mar · 09:00–18:00 · House of European History · FREEMuseums & ExposGuess Mine Is Not the First Heart BrokenA solo performance exploring love, loss, and the stories behind broken hearts through music and spoken word.6 Jun – 13 Sept · 11:00–14:00 · Big Appple · FREEWorkshops & LearningMoestuin en compostJoin Op-Weule's community garden team for a weekly session of gardening and learning. A welcoming space for all, regardless of language or experience.7 Jan – 26 Aug · 10:00–11:30 · GC Op-Weule · FREEOutdoor & FestivalsPlace NoordPlace Noord is a vibrant temporary space in the Nord district offering electronic music, cultural events, and street food in an urban industrial setting.24 Apr – 30 Sept · 16:00–20:00 · Place Noord · FREEMuseums & ExposMagie de l’eauAn outdoor exhibition exploring water's many facets through interactive installations and creative collaborations. Discover printed banners created with local partners and artists.21 Mar – 30 Aug · 07:00–21:00 · Parc Roi Baudouin · FREECommunity & ExpatsPostcolonial? exhibition guided toursExplore the Postcolonial? exhibition with a guided tour that examines the historical ties between colonialism and racism through art and objects.17 Apr – 14 Mar · 09:00–18:00 · House of European History · FREECommunity & ExpatsPostcolonial? guided tours for an intergenerational audienceA guided tour exploring colonial history through storytelling and interactive activities, suitable for children and adults.17 Apr – 14 Mar · 09:00–18:00 · House of European History · FREEMuseums & ExposPostcolonial? art & resistance guided toursGuided tours exploring how art serves as a tool for empowerment and resistance against colonial legacies. Focus on artistic practices that challenge dominant narratives.17 Apr – 14 Mar · 09:00–18:00 · House of European History · FREEMuseums & ExposPostcolonial? What is racism?A guided tour exploring racism as a historical and systemic issue tied to European colonialism, designed for secondary school students.17 Apr – 14 Mar · 09:00–18:00 · House of European History · FREEMuseums & ExposExpo Made in Ganshoren, en 50 objetsExplore Ganshoren through 50 iconic objects that reveal its history and daily life. From old postcards to folk symbols, each item tells a story of the commune and its people.29 May – 11 Dec · 10:00–16:00 · ATELIER BRUNSWYCK/WATHELET · FREESport & ActiveIdrissi Boxing Club: Kinderen (5-11 jaar)Kids aged 5 to 11 get boxing lessons in a fun and safe environment. Sign up on-site for an active and engaging session.7 Jan – 30 Dec · 17:00–18:00 · VK - De Vaartkapoen · FREESport & ActiveIdrissi Boxing Club: Junior (+12 jaar)A dynamic boxing club for teenagers aged 12 and up, offering an energetic outlet for restless youth. Founded by former Moroccan international boxer Mohammed Idrissi.5 Jan – 30 Dec · 18:00–19:30 · VK - De Vaartkapoen · FREEMuseums & ExposA stroll past Senne Dehandschutter’s “Lichtzoekers” sculpturesA walk through Senne Dehandschutter’s Lichtzoekers sculptures, exploring dark rage and the search for light in urban spaces.1 Apr – 1 Apr · 00:00 · Bruxelles Centre · FREEFood & MarketsBELvue sur roulettesFour suitcases filled with historical and contemporary objects spark group discussions, evoking memories and inspiring connections through shared stories.1 Sept – 31 Aug · 09:30–17:00 · BELvue museum · FREEMuseums & ExposRonan Day-Lewis - 'Recent history'Ronan Day-Lewis explores emotional landscapes through vivid, haunting imagery. His work blends Romanticism with surreal, introspective scenes.11 Jun – 18 Jul · 10:00–18:00 · Nino Mier Gallery · FREEWorkshops & LearningDIY zoektocht Wa-BoA self-guided photo hunt through the neighborhoods of Watermaal-Bosvoorde, uncovering unique houses and exploring key areas like Bezemhoek and Logis-Floréal.15 Jun – 18 Jul · 00:00 · Visitor Center - Le Logis Floréal · FREEOutdoor & FestivalsVaux-Hall SummerVaux Hall Summer offers a vibrant summer escape with concerts, cinema, dance, games, circus, workshops, and more. Nestled in Brussels Park, it's a cultural hub where creativity and community come together.17 Jun – 19 Jul · 00:00 · Vaux Hall, Parc de Bruxelles · FREEMuseums & ExposGabrielle Mogenet - 'Ivresse des rayons'Gabrielle Mogenet presents an intimate and focused experience in the greenhouses. Her meticulous assembly of traditional painting with dyed, sewn, and stretched textiles creates a tactile journey emphasizing accidents and transparency.18 Jun – 23 Aug · 12:00–18:00 · Botanique · FREECommunity & ExpatsDoorlopende Wandeling in de Noordwijk expo LichtpuntA self-guided walk through Noord District's history with the Erfgoedapp, highlighting local stories and heritage. Complements the Lichtpunt exhibition.18 Jun – 12 Aug · 00:00–23:59 · AMVB - Archives and Museum of Flemish Life in Brussels · FREEMuseums & ExposLichtpuntLichtpunt explores the story of 22 murals that once adorned Brussels’ Northern Quarter. Created during urban renewal, they brought colour to a declining neighbourhood through art and community effort.18 Jun – 12 Aug · 10:00–17:00 · AMVB - Archives and Museum of Flemish Life in Brussels · FREEMuseums & ExposXavier Duffaut - 'Red Planet Vol.3'Xavier Duffaut's 'Red Planet Vol.3' explores a post-apocalyptic Mars where consumerism and space exploration collide. The installation blends religious imagery, ads, and pop culture to question utopian commodification.24 Jun – 25 Aug · 11:00–18:00 · Michèle Schoonjans Gallery · FREEMuseums & ExposPhoto Expo Brussels and BeyondTwo photography exhibitions explore street photography and analogue techniques. Brussels-based collective and student works showcase urban perspectives through darkroom prints and large-scale images.25 Jun – 28 Aug · 09:00–17:00 · GC Elzenhof · FREEOutdoor & FestivalsBruxelles fait son cinémaThis summer, experience cinema in a new way! Join us from June 26th to July 18th across 19 communes in the Brussels Capital Region.26 Jun – 18 Jul · 00:00 · Various locations in the Brussels Capital Region · FREEOutdoor & FestivalsPleinOPENairPleinOPENair brings films, concerts, and debates to empty spaces in Brussels. It highlights urban issues through screenings and discussions in transformed areas.1 Jul – 15 Jul · 20:00 · Various locations in the Brussels Capital Region · FREEFood & MarketsClub Zomertoon | PlaycationA summer playground in the garden of VK, with a treehouse and musical installations for kids and families to explore and play freely.1 Jul – 28 Aug · 09:00–17:00 · VK - De Vaartkapoen · FREE