Illustrative photo Ghent Christmas Market 2026: Winter Magic in the Old Town
The Ghent Christmas Market (Gentse Winterfeesten) runs from December 3, 2026 to January 3, 2027 in the historic old town. Over 150 chalets, an ice rink and a Ferris wheel bring festive cheer around Saint Bavo's Cathedral, with free entry to the whole market.
Illustrative photo Winter in Antwerp 2026 – Christmas Market, Ferris Wheel & Program
From Dec 4, 2026, to Jan 3, 2027, "Winter in Antwerp" enchants its visitors. Stretching from the riverbank to the majestic cathedral, this luxurious Christmas market features a giant Ferris wheel, an ice rink, and premium culinary delights in the heart of the Old Town.
Illustrative photo BIMFest 2026 in Sint-Niklaas, Belgium – EBM, Wave & Gothic Festival
BIMFest 2026 takes place on 4 and 5 December at De Casino in Sint-Niklaas, Belgium. The 24th edition of the Belgian Independent Music Festival offers two days of EBM, industrial, darkwave and alternative electronics with strong international and Belgian acts. Tickets from around €60 (combi).
Illustrative photo Thunderdome 2026 in Antwerp: Hardcore and Gabber at AFAS Dome
Thunderdome returns to the AFAS Dome in Antwerp on December 11 and 12, 2026. Two nights of hardcore techno and gabber await fans from across Europe in one of Belgium's largest indoor arenas.
Illustrative photo Kerstbierfestival Essen 2026: Belgian Christmas Beer Festival
The Kerstbierfestival takes place on December 12 and 13, 2026 at the Heuvelhal in Essen, Belgium. About 200 Belgian Christmas and winter beers await beer lovers from around the world.
Illustrative photo Kerstbierfestival Essen, Belgium 2026 – Dates, Tickets, 200+ Christmas Beers
O.B.E.R. Kerstbierfestival 2026: 12 and 13 December at Heuvelhal, Essen, Belgium. About 200 winter beers, Gluhkriek, ticket 30 euros.
Illustrative photo FCKNYE Festival Brussels 2026/2027 – Indoor New Year EDM & Urban Music Festival
FCKNYE Festival 2026/2027: 30 December 2026 to 1 January 2027 at Brussels Expo, Brussels. Indoor New Year festival with EDM, hard techno, drum & bass and urban music. Tickets from around 59 euros.
Illustrative photo New Year's Eve in Liege, Belgium 2026/2027: Celebrations, Program & Events
New Year's Eve 2026/2027 in Liege, Belgium, is celebrated on 31 December 2026 around Place Saint-Lambert, Place du Marché and Le Carré. Public squares are free to enjoy; theatre, restaurant and club tickets are paid. No official central fireworks display is confirmed, and private fireworks on public streets are banned.
Illustrative photo New Year's Eve in Namur, Belgium 2026/2027: Fireworks & Events
Namur celebrates New Year's Eve 2026/2027 with traditional midnight fireworks at the confluence of the Sambre and the Meuse. Namur en Lumière, the Christmas market and ice rink light up the historic centre into early January. The public countdown is free; Réveillon dinners and January concerts are usually ticketed.
Illustrative photo New Year's Eve in Bruges 2026/2027: Celebrations & Program
New Year's Eve and New Year 2026/2027 in Bruges: on 31 December the city hosts a free celebration on 't Zand with a singalong and laser show. Winter Glow, lit canals and the historic Markt provide the medieval-centre backdrop.
Illustrative photo New Year's Eve in Leuven, Belgium 2026/2027: Celebrations and Events
Leuven welcomes 2027 with a free countdown on Oude Markt, the Eindejaarscorrida on 27 December 2026 and a winter season in the historic centre. Fireworks are banned; afterparties continue in the cafés. The detailed city programme for 2026/2027 is usually released in November.
Illustrative photo New Year's Eve in Ghent, Belgium 2026/2027: Fireworks, Parties & Events
New Year's Eve 2026/2027 in Ghent offers free midnight fireworks at Portus Ganda on Voorhoutkaai, with lasers and quieter pyrotechnics. The Gentse Winterfeesten fill the historic centre until 3 January 2027, with clubs continuing the party after the countdown.