What to do in Brussels in October 2024 Here’s a list of activities just for you

The kids are back at school, the weather’s changed, but autumn’s no excuse to stay in bed! Bruxelles Secrète has put together a program of activities and tips for an exciting October. Festivals, treasure hunts, exhibitions, immersive experiences… Discover our schedule and get ready to enjoy Brussels as it should be!

Try out an unusual yoga session

Back to yoga, and not just any old way! Galerie Horta‘s immersive experience dedicated to Magritte offers absolutely surreal yoga sessions: right at the heart of Magritte’s work. Surrounded by digital projections of the Belgian painter’s essential masterpieces, rediscover the pleasure of practicing yoga. Mens sana in corpore sano: an activity as enriching in terms of well-being as it is in cultural terms. Just remember: bring your own mat!

📆 Date: October 16 and 30, 2024
📍 Location: Galerie Horta, Rue du Marché Aux Herbes 116, 1000

A cultural getaway in Redu

In Redu, nicknamed the Village of the Book, an exceptional village in the Ardennes labelled as one of the most beautiful villages in Wallonia, you’ll find Mudia, a museum unlike any other. Thanks to interactive terminals, visitors are invited to interact with over 300 works of art, both originals and reproductions. Touch them, project them, animate them… These are just some of the actions visitors will have to perform in order to make 7 centuries of Art History their own!

📍 Venue: Mudia, Pl. de l’Esro 61, 6890, Redu (Libin)

Explore the mysteries of the moon with Mystery Moon

On October 29, let yourself be enchanted by “Mystery Moon”, a unique event organized by the Euro Space Center. It will take place from 6.30 pm to 11.30 pm and will plunge you into a completely magical atmosphere! Science, art and magic come together to offer a unique exploration of lunar mysteries. It’s a poetic alternative to Halloween scares that’s sure to delight the whole family!

📍Address: Euro Space Center: 1, rue devant les Hêtres, B-6890 Transinne, Belgium
📆 Date: October 29, 6:30 pm to 10:30 pm

We’re off to see the retrospective dedicated to Elliott Erwitt

What better way to escape the gloom than to take intelligent refuge in culture? After attracting more than 300,000 visitors between Paris and Lyon, this groundbreaking exhibition dedicated to Elliott Erwitt at Grand Place 5 plunges visitors into the world of one of the 20th century’ s most eminent photographers through more than 200 iconic photographs, sometimes moving, sometimes funny, presented under a new prism.

📍 Location: Grand Place, 5, 1200, Brussels

Back to childhood with La Fabrique à Jouets

In the heart of Wallonia awaits a magical place for young and old… La Fabrique à Jouets offers an experience full of wonder and adventure. Enter this unique venue to discover a series of innovative technological experiences, including 360° video mapping, virtual reality and interactive games. A must for children aged 7 to 77!

📍 Location: rue de la Virginette, 6220 Fleurus, in the heart of Wallonia
📆 Date: open daily

We visit one of the capital’s many Art Nouveau treasures

Brussels is often referred to as the capital of Art Nouveau. The city is brimming with the architectural treasures for which the movement is famous. But do you know the most beautiful Art Nouveau houses in Brussels? In October, why not revisit them, since it’s better to be indoors? From the famous Musical Instruments Museum to the Hôtel Solvay, discover our selection of must-sees.

Hallucinate with a museum of illusions

Looking for a museum like no other? Here it is! In Tour & Taxis, a 1500-square-meter multisensory tour of optical illusions and magic tricks awaits you, ready to hypnotize you! On the program: a hall of mirrors, a vortex, trompe-l’oeil galore and demonstrations of the most amazing magic tricks. So, are you ready for a bewildering experience? It’s happening at WOM (World of Mind)!

📍 Location: Tour & Taxis, Shed 4 bis, 1200 Brussels

Adding color to autumn greyness with Bubble Planet

At Tour & Taxis, the place for all kinds of fun, there’s an immersive experience in a world made of bubbles, perfect for adding color to your autumn. Stroll through the various interactive rooms and awaken your inner child. Jump into a bubble pool, take selfies in spherical decorations , take part in a fantastic virtual reality experience… You’ve got the perfect excuse to bubble with Bubble Planet!

📍Location: Tour & Taxis, avenue du Port 86C (SHED 3.2), Brussels

Warm up with a plate of moules-frites!

When autumn sets in, what could be more comforting than enjoying a dish of moules-frites? In the warm atmosphere of Brussels bistros, this Belgian classic is served with a good craft beer. There’s nothing like this simple, tasty dish, where fresh mussels are perfectly paired with golden fries. We tell you about our favorite places here!

A cultural getaway in Antwerp

Why not take the opportunity to get away for a while? Just 1 hour from Brussels, Klimt: The Immersive Experience has brought its most iconic paintings to Antwerp in a digitalized version, immersing you in the glamorous Vienna of the 1900s. The program includes floor-to-ceiling digital projections, virtual reality and a customized soundscape. The exhibition brings masterpieces such as The Kiss, The Tree of Life and Judith and Holofernes to life. If you don’t want to miss the chance to see these marvellous works on a grand scale, come to Antwerp’s DIVE, Digital and Interactive Venue in the City of Diamonds!

📍Location: DIVE – Carnotstraat 90, 2060 Antwerp

We’re taking part in a costume party for dogs to support a good cause

📆 Date: October 29, 2024, 6-8pm
📍 Location: Buddy Buddy, rue des Drapiers 10, 1050 Brussels

An artistic immersion with ATELIER, a photo exhibition by Stephan Vanfleteren in Brussels

For a must-see cultural activity in Brussels this October, visit ATELIER, Stephan Vanfleteren‘s photographic exhibition. This project pays tribute to observation and sublimation, in keeping with the Belgian artist’s unique style. His studio, bathed in light and shades of grey, offers immersion in an intimate space where time seems suspended. An opportunity to discover his technical and artistic know-how in a captivating setting.

📆 Date: Until December 21, 2024
📍 Location: Hangar Art Centre, Place du Châtelain 18, 1050 Brussels

French taco feast

Immerse yourself in the world of French tacos, where crispy fries and melting cheese come together to create an irresistible culinary experience. Invented near Lyon in 1993, these tacos, which have little in common with their Mexican counterparts, are well worth trying. Discover our selection of the best establishments in Brussels here to savor this delicious French specialty!