This winter, warm your heart with immersive journeys through the works of exceptional artists! And so you don’t get lost in all the cultural offerings that make the European capital so vibrant, we’ve listed the must-see exhibitions of the season in Brussels.
At Brussels Expo, the words and paintings of Lebanese poet Khalil Gibran come to life in a spectacular 360-degree exhibition. In an immersive environment, the works invite visitors to enjoy a contemplative and introspective experience that touches their innermost selves, connecting them with Love. Vibrant colors, atmospheric sounds, poems narrated in English… Everything has been designed to captivate you.
Comic books meet design at the Design Museum Brussels
The new exhibition Design and Comics: Living in a Box creates a dialogue between comic strips and cult furniture. The Design Museum Brussels unveils a visual journey full of humor and modernity. Pop art influences, Atom style, and references to Hergé and Franquin come together with elegance. A graphic journey that will thrill fans of comic strips and Belgian design.
Bellezza e Bruttezza: beauty with a difference at Bozar
The Bellezza e Bruttezza exhibition explores the fascinating contrasts between beauty and ugliness in the Renaissance. Italian and Flemish paintings interact in a bold setting, from Botticelli to Leonardo da Vinci. The exhibition reveals how these notions shaped society, between aesthetic ideals and curiosity about the grotesque. A unique artistic escape to be experienced in the heart of Brussels, for loversof art and culture.
“Art X Gender,” a Brussels exhibition that challenges gender norms
In Brussels, the “Art X Gender” exhibition explores the links between artistic creation, feminism, and gender identities in a thought-provoking journey. Visitors can discover contemporary works, archives, and immersive installations that question patriarchal norms. Designed as a cultural city trip, the exhibition combines art, society, inclusion, and intersectionality, perfect for those curious about contemporary art.
Back on Senne: the river that is resurfacing
Dive into the heart of Brussels with Back on Senne, an immersive exhibition by Romain Tardy and Coline Cornélis. Combining contemporary art and environmental exploration, it brings back to life the forgotten river that shaped the capital. Through a combination of sound, light, and real-time data, the Senne is revealed as a living, changing entity. A true ode to urban nature, the experience blends visual poetry, water memory, and ecological reflection.
RePose ExPose CounterPose: identity in the spotlight at the Fondation A
The A Foundation unveils a fascinating retrospective of the artist Tarrah Krajnak, a rising star in contemporary photography. Her works explore identity, memory, and the body through series that are as powerful as they are poetic. The exhibition brings together cyanotypes, performances, and self-portraits that question photographic canons and the place of women in art history. A must-see for lovers of visual art and culture in Brussels.
Following the international success of The World of Banksy exhibition, the temporary exhibition has become a permanent 900m² museum: the Banksy Museum. Barely open, it is already creating a buzz. On Rue de Laeken, step inside the premises of a former fabric store and embark on an immersive journey into the world of the world’s most anonymous street artist! From his beginnings in urban art to his latest controversial pieces, including a reproduction of the Walled Off Hotel in Bethlehem, discover Banksy’s work in a breathtaking permanent exhibition of more than 120 pieces!
“Olé Désiré!” The ceramics exhibition at the House of Erasmus
Belgian artist Yves Malfliet takes over the Erasmus House with “Olé Désiré!”, an exhibition that is as crazy as it is daring. His ceramics defy the rules of possibility and play with the spirit of the Renaissance. Between humor and reflection on the human condition, “Olé Désiré!” transforms the museum into a theatrical stage. An exhibition not to be missed for lovers ofcontemporary art in Brussels.
“I am here”: the exhibition that explores the art of the selfie in Brussels
The Vanderborght space is hosting “Je suis là” (I am here), an immersive exhibition on self-portraits and selfies in the digital age. From 19th-century paintings to the creations of contemporary Brussels artists, the event questions our relationship with images and self-representation. Combining art, society, and engagement, the exhibition brings together historical works, interactive devices, and participatory installations. An essential cultural event for rethinking identity, freedom of expression, and media literacy.