Belgium is known for its music festival culture and historic city celebrations – from world-class festivals to cosy Christmas markets in Brussels and medieval processions in Bruges and Ghent. The country, at the heart of Europe, offers a wide range of events throughout 2026/2027.
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Illustrative photo LINK Festival takes place on October 10, 2026 at Liège Airport in Grâce Hollogne. This indoor edition of the techno festival, known for its unusual venues, brings a night of electronic music to the runways and terminal halls.
Illustrative photo The Val-Dieu Beer Festival 2026 takes place on 10 October at La Scène Malmedy. Expect exclusive Val-Dieu beer in steins, a traditional Bavarian meal at long tables, live music and a lively Oktoberfest atmosphere. Tickets from €59, traditional costume recommended.
Illustrative photo The Hasseltse Bierfeesten take place on 10 October 2026 in Hasselt. This one-day beer festival at Gouverneur Verwilghensingel offers local beers, food and a sociable atmosphere in Belgium’s well-known jenever and beer city.
Illustrative photo Bierhappening Zottegem 2026 is on 10 October from 14:00 to 23:00 in the Feestzaal Bevegemse Vijvers. BLES brings local breweries, around 100 beers and the brewers themselves to Zottegem. Admission has recently started at EUR 2; confirm current prices on bles.be.
Illustrative photo The Bottles and Barrels Craft Beer Festival 2026 takes place on 12 October in Eppegem, Belgium. Around ten breweries present their craft beers in a relaxed atmosphere. A local highlight for beer fans – check exact times and prices closer to the date.
Illustrative photo Oktoberfest Brussels 2026: 14–24 October in the festival tent at Parc du Cinquantenaire. Bavarian oompah music, litre steins and classic food. Tickets from about €38.50 including a drink.
Illustrative photo Desertfest Belgium 2026, formerly known as Desertfest Antwerp, takes place October 16 to 18 at the venue OM in Liège. The weekend pass costs 154 euros, with a lineup featuring Uncle Acid & The Deadbeats, Boris and Khemmis among others.
Illustrative photo Museum Night Fever 2026 in Brussels: 17 October, 7 pm–1 am, 28 museums with DJs, live music and performances. Presale from 18 €.
Illustrative photo The Leuvense Oktoberfeesten 2026 take place on 17 and 18 October at the Brabanthal in Leuven. Featuring live music, long communal tables and authentic Oktoberfest atmosphere, the event delivers two days of Bavarian and Flemish festive spirit. Tickets from 34 euro.
Illustrative photo The Jeneverfeesten 2026 take place on 17 and 18 October in the historic centre of Hasselt, Belgium. The traditional city festival features jenever tastings, the famous waiter’s race, music and a lively programme. Entry is free.
Illustrative photo Brassigaume 2026 takes place on 17 and 18 October at the Complexe du Bois-des-Isles in Marbehan, Belgium. Twenty-four artisan breweries, free entry and tastings in a heated marquee make the 25th edition one of the Gaume’s most authentic craft beer weekends.
Illustrative photo The Wichels Bierfestival 2026 takes place on 24 October at Stokerij & Brouwerij Rubbens in Wichelen. With 12 breweries, the award-winning café ’t Veer, guided tours and special tastings, it offers a friendly beer event with free admission.