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Ghosts, soldiers from 1815, and a missing message—just a stone’s throw from Brussels, a farm from the Battle of Waterloo becomes the setting for a major mystery during the All Saints’ Day vacation

We all know the name Waterloo, but few imagine visiting it amidst ghosts. From October 17 to November 1, 2026, during the All Saints’ Day school break, the Hougoumont Farm—one of the most significant site...

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Right in the heart of Brussels, experience Halloween in a clandestine laboratory—with creatures on the loose and your team to put a stop to it all

In Brussels, Halloween often means a costume party or a bar decorated for the occasion. For a change, head to Koezio—this indoor adventure park is offering a special mission during the holidays. From Octo...

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In Brussels, this XXL indoor center features 8 immersive activities, from Laser Kart to Prison Island—and you’ll want to try them all

When the weather in Brussels acts up (which is often the case), we’re all looking for an idea that’s truly different. Not just “going out,” but experiencing something. And that’s exactly what BIGc, an ext...

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The largest Asian pop culture festival in the Benelux is making its grand return to Brussels—but be warned, it only lasts for a weekend!

For three days, YouTubers and fans of , anime, video games, and cosplay will gather to fully immerse themselves in the heart of Asian pop culture. With new discoveries, meet-and-greets, and unique experiences, this fest...

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Thanks to its unprecedented success, the immersive Harry Potter™: The Exhibition in Brussels has been extended through January 3, 2027!

Good news for fans of the most famous wizard: Harry Potter™: The Exhibition has been extended at Brussels Expo through January 3, 2027. Having already traveled to several cities in Europe, North America,...

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Just two hours from Brussels, this festival brings together nearly 25 microbreweries from around the world for a weekend in October—and admission is completely free

With fall just around the corner, temperatures dropping significantly, and the days getting shorter, what could be better this weekend of October 17–18 than getting together over some delicious beers? For...

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More than a thousand floating lanterns will illuminate one of Brussels’ most iconic parks for an evening worthy of the great Asian festivals

The concept remains the same, and it is precisely this concept that has captivated audiences—a body of water that gradually fills with hundreds of floating lanterns, creating a striking scene as night fal...

The 2027 F1® calendar unveiled—24 Grand Prix announced, including the long-awaited return of Portugal and Turkey, and a must-see event in Belgium

F1® and the FIA have announced the calendar for the 2027 FIA Formula One World Championship™, and if you’ve ever dreamed of seeing a Grand Prix live, now is the time.With 24 races around the world, the ne...

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Smithsonian Starstruck is coming to Brussels with an unprecedented immersive journey through the cosmos

Travel beyond Earth and experience the universe alongside the most powerful observatories ever built by humankind, including the Hubble Space Telescope, the James Webb Space Telescope, and the Chandra X-r...

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Just a stone’s throw from the Grand-Place, this 5-star hotel reinvents the start of the season with Italian brunch and jazz evenings every weekend

Located between the Grand-Place and the Manneken Pis,the Hotel Amigo kicks off the fall season with two events that have become must-attends for Brussels residents: the Pranzo Della Domenica at Ristor...