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 Bruges' UNESCO-listed procession carries the relic of the Holy Blood through the city on 6 May 2027, with costumed biblical and historical scenes.
Illustrative photo Blues Peer 2027 takes place from 14 to 16 May on the festival grounds at Deusterstraat in Peer, Belgium. The three-day blues, roots and soul festival features international and Belgian acts in a friendly atmosphere. Tickets expected from autumn 2026.
Illustrative photo From 14 to 16 May 2027, De Plas in Houthalen once again becomes a dreamlike festival ground in the heart of a forest: seven stages around a lake and three days of house and techno. Ticket prices and lineup for 2027 have not been announced yet.
Illustrative photo Gladiolen Festival 2027 takes place on 14 and 15 May in Olen, Belgium. This award-winning small rock and alternative festival focusing on Belgian acts is run by volunteers and offers a cosy atmosphere at Festivalterrein Boekel.
Illustrative photo Brussels' free medieval market fills Cinquantenaire Park with knights, artisans, falconry and medieval food and music for a weekend.
Illustrative photo On 29-30 May 2027, Château de Corroy-le-Château in Wallonia hosts knights, a medieval market and family entertainment for La Médiévale (source dates conflicting, to be reconfirmed).
Illustrative photo La Nature Festival 2027 takes place from 17 to 20 June 2027 at Baraque de Fraiture in Vielsalm, Belgium. Expect electronic music, forest art and camping at a limited scale. Tickets were last listed as sold out; recent editions priced around 125 to 175 EUR.
Illustrative photo Fête de la Musique 2027: 17–21 June in Brussels and Wallonia. Hundreds of free open-air and street concerts of all genres. Free admission.
Illustrative photo From 17 to 20 June 2027, Festivalpark Stenehei in Dessel once again becomes home to Graspop Metal Meeting, one of Europe's biggest heavy metal festivals. Lineup and ticket prices for 2027 will be announced soon.
Illustrative photo Sunrise Festival 2027 takes place from 24 to 27 June at De Lilse Bergen in Gierle, Belgium. With hardstyle, house, techno, a lakeside beach and camping it offers the perfect summer opening in the “Ibiza of the Kempen”.
Illustrative photo Genk On Stage 2027 takes place from 25 to 27 June in the centre of Genk. The free city festival features more than 100 artists on multiple stages, a family programme and local hospitality. Admission is free.
Illustrative photo Cowboy Up Music Revival 2027 takes place from 25 to 27 June at steakhouse Cowboy Up in Waardamme, Belgium. The independent Americana and country festival includes camping, with early-bird weekend tickets from €115. The 2027 lineup has not been announced yet.