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| | » Click here for local Brussels markets taking place today | | | » Brussels Expo 58-08
From: Tuesday, January 01, 2008 To: Wednesday, December 31, 2008
Throughout 2008 Brussels will be celebrating the 50th anniversary of the World Fair. Many events, parties and exhibitions will take place at various locations in Brussels.
» More Info... | » Les Nuits Botanique
From: Thursday, May 08, 2008 To: Saturday, May 17, 2008
A programme of rock, electronic and French music during this music festival at various locations in Brussels. Full programme on the website.
» More Info... | | » Contemporary Art in the World Fair
From: Friday, May 09, 2008 To: Sunday, August 31, 2008
The Royal Museums of Fine Arts will be presenting an exhibition of documents, records and works of Victor Vasarely, Karel Appel and Asger Jorn to commemorate the retrospective exhibition 50 Years of Modern Art that took place in 58. Tel: 02 508 32 11.
» More Info... | | | » Mujeres
On: Saturday, May 17, 2008
Flamenco dance performance with Merche Esmeralda, Belen Maya and Rocio Molina. At the Centre for Fine Arts, Henry Le Boeuf Hall, Rue Ravenstein 23, 20:00. Tickets €15-40. Tel: 02 507 82 00.
» More Info... | » Son del Sur
From: Friday, May 16, 2008 To: Sunday, May 25, 2008
Sounds of the South is a flamenco festival paying a particular tribute to women in flamenco. The festival includes concerts, films and shows. At the Centre for Fine Arts, Rue Ravenstein 23. Tel: 02 507 82 00.
» More Info... | | » Iceland on the Edge
From: Wednesday, February 27, 2008 To: Sunday, June 15, 2008
Festival celebrating the Icelandic arts scene based on four different themes; bad taste, independent people, pure energy and saga. Events on offer will include concerts, exhibitions, shows and films. At the Centre for Fine Arts, Rue Ravenstein 23. Tel: 02 507 82 00.
» More Info... | » Eurantica
From: Friday, May 16, 2008 To: Monday, May 19, 2008
Fine arts and antiques festival will be presenting over 150 dealers with a selction of art nouveau, art déco, Colombian arts, paintings, sculptures, jewellery, oriental ceramics, tapestry and textiles. At the Brussels Expo, Parc des Expositions. Entry €15. Open Friday to Sunday from 11:00-19:00 and Monday from 14:00-22:00. Tel: 02 740 10 52. | » Festival of the Arts
From: Friday, May 09, 2008 To: Saturday, May 31, 2008
The Kunsten Festival des Arts will be presenting performances from Belgian and international artists at various locations in Brussels. The programme includes dance, cinema, theatre, music, multimedia and visual arts. Tel: 02 219 07 07.
» More Info... | » Lesbian & Gay Pride
On: Saturday, May 17, 2008
This year's Lesbian and Gay Pride will include parades, music, shows and much more. Programme begins at 11:00 with a poiltical debate at the City Hall, the Gay Pride will leave from Boulevard Anspach, between Bourse and Square Fontainas, at 14:00. Pride concert from 19:00 onwards at Ancienne Belgique, Boulevard Anspach 110 followed by a party at 21:00. Further information e-mail staff@blgp.be.
» More Info... | | » Les Pinceaux Au Fusil
Every Sun, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat From: Monday, January 01, 2007 To: Tuesday, November 11, 2008
The war of 1914–1918 in painting. The exhibit makes it possible to discover 150 parts selected according to their interest, but also for their aesthetic quality. Tuesday to Sunday from 09:00-12:00 and 13:00-16:45. Musée Royal de l'Armée. Parc du Cinquantenaire 3. Tel: 02 737 78 09.
» More Info... | » In the Indian's Footsteps
Every Sun, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat From: Thursday, February 15, 2007 To: Friday, October 31, 2008
The Museum for the Blind presents in the Indian's footsteps. Discover the first nations of North-America. Mocassins, snow shoes and kayaks are exhibited. Open Tuesday to Friday from 09:30-17:00 and on weekends from 10:00-17:00. Musée du Cinquantenaire, Parc du Cinquantenaire 10.
» More Info... | » Spirou
Every Sun, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat From: Tuesday, February 12, 2008 To: Sunday, June 08, 2008
Exhibition of the Spirou Journal, allowing visitors to discover the life of this journal since its first edition in 1938. At the Belgian Comic Strip Centre, Rue des Sables 20. Open from 10:00-18:00. Tel: 02 219 19 80.
» More Info... | » A Curious Land. Wallonia
From: Thursday, February 14, 2008 To: Sunday, May 18, 2008
A portrait of Wallonia from the 12th to the 16th century. The exhibition will include gold and silver work, tapestries, sculptures and paintings. Includes work by Joachim Patenier, Henri Blès, Robert Campin, Jacques Du Broeucq and Hugo d'Oignies. Open from 09:00-18:00 every day. At the Centre for Fine Arts, Rue Ravensteinstraat 23. Tel: 02 507 82 00.
» More Info... | » Star Wars The Exhibition
From: Saturday, February 16, 2008 To: Sunday, June 01, 2008
Enter the Star Wars Universe and walk through the worlds of Tatooine, Naboo, Endor, Hoth, Coruscant, Kamino, Geonosis, Kashyyyk, Utapau and Mustafar. The different exhibition zones will allow visitors to discover some of the secrets behind the making of the Star Wars films including stunt tricks, pyrotechnics and visual effects. Entry €13 for adults, €10 for children and students, free for the under 5s. Open from 10:00-18:00 every day and until 19:00 on Friday and Saturday. At Tour & Taxis, Avenue du Port 86. Tel: 02 663 14 00.
» More Info... | » Paul Klee. Theatre Here, There and Everywhere
From: Saturday, March 01, 2008 To: Sunday, May 25, 2008
An exhibition of works by the Swiss artist Paul Klee. At the Centre for Fine Arts, Rue Ravenstein 23. Entry €9, free for the under 12s. From 10:00-18:00. Tel: 02 507 82 00.
» More Info... | » The Icelandic National Concert & Conference Centre
Every Sun, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat From: Wednesday, April 16, 2008 To: Sunday, June 15, 2008
Exhibition by the designer Henning Larsen and the decorator Olafur Eliasson of the work on the centre in Reykjavik. Part of the Pure Energy section of the Iceland on the Edge festival. At the Centre for Fine Arts, Rue Ravenstein 23. Free admission. From 10:00-18:00 (21:00 on Thursdays), closed on Mondays. Tel: 02 507 82 00. | » From Bruegel to Rubens
From: Friday, May 16, 2008 To: Sunday, September 21, 2008
An exhibition of over 50 paintings from the collection of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Major works by artists such as Memling, Metsys, Gossaert, Bruegel the Elder, Paul Bril, Rubens and Van Dyck will be on display at the Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium, Museum of Ancient and Modern Art, Rue de la Régence 3. Entry €2.50-9.50 per person. Open from 10:00-17:00. Tel: 02 508 32 11.
» More Info... | » Plečnik Project
From: Wednesday, May 14, 2008 To: Wednesday, August 20, 2008
An exhibition dedicated to the Slovenian architect Jože Plečnik (1872-1957). At the Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium, Museum of Modern Art, Rue de la Régence 3. Entry €2-5 per person. Open from 10:00-17:00. Tel: 02 508 32 11.
» More Info... | » Expo 58: Contemporary Art In The World Fair
From: Friday, May 16, 2008 To: Sunday, September 21, 2008
The exhibition looks back on the retrospective exhibition, 50 Years of Modern Art, that took place during the 1958 World Fair. At the Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium, Museum of Modern Art, Rue de la Régence 3. Entry €2-5 per person. Open from 10:00-17:00. Tel: 02 508 32 11.
» More Info... | » Skal: Drinking Horns
Every Sun, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat From: Wednesday, April 16, 2008 To: Sunday, June 15, 2008
An exhibition of ornamented drinking horns that give a glimpse of Iceland's history and the influence of Europe on this island. At the Centre for Fine Arts, Rue Ravenstein 23. Open from 10:00-18:00. Tel: 02 507 82 00.
» More Info... | » Trolls et Bestioles
From: Thursday, May 01, 2008 To: Saturday, May 31, 2008
An exhibition presenting the world of trolls and beasts with works by artists such as Michel Dircken, David P., Michelle Vanhaegendoren, Patryck de Froidmont and Wilhelm Kramer. At the Musée d'Art Fantastique, Rue Américaine 7. Open Saturday and Sunday from 14:00-17:00 and by appointment in the week. Entry €6 and €4.50 for the under 12s. Tel: 0475 41 29 18. | » Flamenco, Paisaje del Alma
Every Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat From: Wednesday, May 14, 2008 To: Friday, May 30, 2008
Exhibitions of photographs by Gilles Larrain on the theme of flamenco. At the Centre for Fine Arts, Rue Ravenstein 23. Open Monday to Friday from 10:00-18:00, Saturday from 10:00-13:00. Tel: 02 507 82 00.
» More Info... | | » Queen Elisabeth International Music contest
From: Thursday, May 08, 2008 To: Saturday, May 24, 2008
International singing contest at the Conservatoire de Musique, Rue de la Régence 30 and the Henry Le Bœuf hall of the Centre for Fine Arts, Rue Ravensteinstraat 23. Full programme of events on the website. Tel: 02 213 40 50.
» More Info... | | » Visit to the Monnaie
Every Sat
Visit the inside of La Monnaie and have a guided tour. Every Saturday at 12:00. Rue Léopold 4. Tel: 02 229 12 00. | » Bike Tour
From: Wednesday, April 16, 2008 To: Monday, September 15, 2008
Bike tours of Brussels organised by Brussels Bike Tours. Visit the European Parliament, Mannekin Pis, the Palais de Justice, Royal Square, Grand-Sablon Square and the Cinquantenaire Park during the four hour tour. Bikes provided. Tours start at 10:00 and 15:00 at Grande Place. Reservations required. Send an e-mail to info@brusselsbiketours.com to reserve.
» More Info... | | | » Mike Kelley : Educational Complex Onwards, 1995–2008
Every Sun, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat From: Saturday, April 12, 2008 To: Sunday, July 27, 2008
Wiels presents a retrospective dedicated to the artist Mike Kelley. The exhibition includes many recent works photographs, sculptures, videos, installations and paintings. Av. Van Volxemlaan 354. Open Wednesday to Saturday from 12:00-19:00, Friday until 22:00, Sunday from 11:00-17:00. Tel: 02 347 30 33.
» More Info... | | » Calogero
On: Saturday, May 17, 2008
Calogero in concert at the Forest National, Avenue Victor Rousseau 208. From 20:00 onwards. Tickets €35-41 per person. For tickets Tel: 077 37 38 39 or 0900 260 60.
» More Info... | | | » Belgium 58
From: Tuesday, February 26, 2008 To: Sunday, September 28, 2008
Exhibition presenting the architectural and decorative forms that followed the first World Fair of the post-war period. Many photographs, models, drawings, posters and furniture will be on display. At the Archives d’Architecture Moderne, rue de l’Ermitage 55. Tel: 02 642 24 62.
» More Info... | | » Colour Red
Every Sun, Wed, Sat From: Monday, January 01, 2007 To: Saturday, May 01, 2010
The Musée des Enfants puts on a new exhibit for children on the theme of the colour red. There are workshops and activities for all ages. Rue du Bourgmestre 15. Tel: 02 640 01 07.
» More Info... | » Red
Every Sun, Wed, Sat From: Saturday, October 27, 2007 To: Monday, June 30, 2008
Interactive exhibition for children based on the theme of Red. Activities include interactive and creative games, cooking workshops, fairy tale workshops and more. Open to the public from 14:30-17:00. Rue du Bourgmestre 15. Tel: 02 640 01 07.
» More Info... | | | Conferences & Trade Fairs |
| » Eurantica Brussels
From: Friday, May 16, 2008 To: Monday, May 19, 2008
Fine arts and antiques fair, the biggest of its kind in Belgium. Visitors can discover 20th century art and extra-European art and archeology. Open from 11:00-19:00, 19 May until 22:00. At the Brussels Expo, Hall 5, Place de Belgique 1. Entry €15, free for ladies on the Friday. For further information e-mail eurantica@artexis.com.
» More Info... | | » Expo 58: Between Utopia and Reality
From: Saturday, April 19, 2008 To: Monday, October 20, 2008
Exhibition commemorating the 1958 world fair organised by the General State Archives and the Archives of the City of Brussels. At the Atomium, Atomium Square. Tel: 02 475 47 77.
» More Info... | | | » Knock On Wood
Every Sun, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat From: Friday, October 05, 2007 To: Sunday, August 31, 2008
This exhibition on woods and forests in central Africa will be highlighting the economic potential of wood as a source of energy, medicine or food. The problem of deforestation and the future of tropical rain forests will also approached. Open Tuesday to Friday from 10:00-17:00 and weekends from 10:00-18:00. Entry €4 per person, free for the under 12s. At the Royal Museum for Central Africa, Leuvensesteenweg 13. Tel: 02 769 52 11.
» More Info... | | | Community & Social Events |
| » BCT Open House
On: Saturday, May 17, 2008
The Brussels Childbirth Trust are organising an open house for families that are are new in Brussels and for new parents. Free entry, reservations not required. At Imagine, Chaussée de Malines 77.
» More Info... | | | » Summer Training for FC Irlande
Every Sun, Mon, Wed, Sat
Pre-season training has begun, every Monday at 19:30 for 2 hours at the British school Tervuren. Training takes place on Astro Turf (a hard synthetic grass surface) and appropriate footwear should be worn. Shower facilities are provided. Venue: British School of Brussels, Leuvensesteenweg 19, Tervuren.
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| | Local Brussels markets taking place today |
| | » Secondhand Market
Every Sun, Sat
Secondhand goods market, antiques, collections at two locations: Anderlecht slaughterhouse, Rue Ropsy-Chaudron, Saturday and Sunday from 06:00-13:00. Tel: 02 521 54 19. Westland Shopping Center, Sundays from 08:00-13:00. Tel: 0477 83 88 34. | » Weekday and Weekend Market
Every Wed, Fri, Sat
Weekly market that sells fruits, vegetables and other food. Wednesdays from 07:00-13:00 Fridays and Saturdays from 07:00-13:00. Place du Conseil. Tel: 02 523 05 33. | » Weekend Market
Every Sun, Fri, Sat
Weekend market with vegetables, fruits, textiles, meat, secondhand goods and much more. This covered market welcomes on average 80,000 visitors. Friday to Sunday from 07:00-15:00. Rue Ropsy-Chaudron 24. Tel: 02 521 54 19. | | » Secondhand Market
Every Sat
Antiques, collections, and much more. From 13:00-18:00. Place du Roi Baudouin. Tel: 02 469 06 10. | | » Jeu de Balle
Every day
One of the biggest flea markets in Brussels, this is a very popular market that sells antiques and clothing. Also take advantage of the antique dealers and second-hand goods shops in the surroundings, Rue Haute, Rue Blaise and Place du Sablon. It is open daily from 07:00-14:00. Place du Jeu de Balle. | | » Weekday and Weekend Market
Every Sun, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
This market takes place on the Etangs d'Ixelles. For food, vegetables, clothes and even flowers. From 07:00-13:00. Place Flagey. Tel: 02 511 90 84. | | » Daily Market
Every day
This is one of the largest consumer goods markets of Brussels. Daily from 08:00-13:00. Place Reine Astrid. Tel: 02 423 12 90. | | » Secondhand Market
Every Sat
Secondhand goods market, antiques and collections. Every 2nd Saturday of the month from 07:00-16:00. Place Simonis. Tel: 02 538 56 49. | | » Weekend Market
Every Sat
This market sells mainly food products. Saturdays from 08:00-13:00. Place Saint-Lambert. |
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