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2009, COMIC STRIPS YEAR IN BRUSSELS & WALLONIA

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January	Place	Events
1	Public Holiday	NEW YEAR'S DAY
1-4	Brussels	BRUSSELS BIENNIAL : This biennial for contemporary art commemorates the 50th anniversary of the closing of the 1958 World's Fair in Brussels. The first major World's Fair since the end of WWII. The first edition kicks off this year with seven exhibitions by more than 70 artists.
1-4	Brussels	COBRA & CO: This exhibition, which will be held in parallel with the major retrospective COBRA exhibition at the Royal Fine Arts Museum, aims to revisit via the prints, engravings and other creations, the work of these major post- War artists, between Brussels, Copenhagen and Amsterdam. More than half a century after the official dissolution of this particularly dynamic movement, which from 1948 to 1951 reflected the aspirations of a large group of Northern European artists, its life-giving breath continues to generate enthusiasm.
23-31	Brussels	54RD ANTIQUES FAIR: Combining quality with prestige, this superb antiques fair is a must for art lovers. The show attracts antiquities, Oceanic art, African art, Oriental art, silver, furniture and works of art from the ‘Haute Epoque’ to the 20th century.
All Month	Liege	THE"DE DEMAIN A DELVAUX " EXHIBITION: From November 2008 to September 2009, inspired by the reopening of the Grand Curtius Museum complex and the new train station designed by Santiago Calatrava, “Destinations Delvaux”, will bring together art and travel in the city of Liege. The event will include numerous exhibitons around the city.
All Month	Liege	THE"DISCOVER STATIONS " EXHIBITION: From November 2008 to September 2009, inspired by the reopening of the Grand Curtius Museum complex and the new train station designed by Santiago Calatrava, “Destinations Delvaux”, will bring together art and travel in the city of Liege. The event will include numerous exhibitons around the city.
All Month	Liege	THE"VOYAGES" EXHIBITION AT THE WALLOON ART MUSEUM: From November 2008 to September 2009, inspired by the reopening of the Grand Curtius Museum complex and the new train station designed by Santiago Calatrava, “Destinations Delvaux”, will bring together art and travel in the city of Liege. The event will include numerous exhibitons around the city.
All Month	Brussels	THE NEW CHILDREN'S COMIC STRIPS EXHIBITION: This exhibition is part of the Belgian Comic Strip Center’s 2009 program with which, to celebrate its 20th anniversary, it would like to bring a year-long salute to everything which has changed in comics since the Centre's opening on 6 October 1989.

February	Place	Events
1	Brussels	54RD ANTIQUES FAIR: Combining quality with prestige, this superb antiques fair is a must for art lovers. The show attracts antiquities, Oceanic art, African art, Oriental art, silver, furniture and works of art from the ‘Haute Epoque’ to the 20th century.
1-15	Liege	THE"DE DEMAIN A DELVAUX " EXHIBITION: From November 2008 to September 2009, inspired by the reopening of the Grand Curtius Museum complex and the new train station designed by Santiago Calatrava, “Destinations Delvaux”, will bring together art and travel in the city of Liege. The event will include numerous exhibitons around the city.
1-15	Liege	THE"VOYAGES" EXHIBITION AT THE WALLOON ART MUSEUM: From November 2008 to September 2009, inspired by the reopening of the Grand Curtius Museum complex and the new train station designed by Santiago Calatrava, “Destinations Delvaux”, will bring together art and travel in the city of Liege. The event will include numerous exhibitons around the city.
12-15	Brussels	AFFORDABLE ART FAIR BRUSSELS: Following success in London, Bristol, New York, Sydney, Melbourne, Amsterdam and Paris the AAF comes to Tour et Taxis in Brussels. The fair focuses on first time buyers as well as seasoned collectors, inviting them to browse without pressure through a huge variety of contemporary paintings, prints, photgraphs and sculptures all priced between €100 and €5000, from a selection of local and international galleries representing over 300 known and emerging artists.
20-28	Brussels	ANIMA FILM FESTIVAL: An animated international film festival in the land of comic strip heroes is being held in 2009 at the newly renovated Flagey building, which is the former Belgian Radio & TV Broadcasting Center, and a fine example of Art Deco 'ocean liner' style of the 1930s.
21-22	Sohier	SPECIAL BEER FESTIVAL: For three days, more than 130 different beers, many of which originating from traditional production and some " exotic " beers, are presented. Along the years this event has grown considerably and it attracts more visitors every year (1200 to 1500). On Saturday there will be a exchange fair.
22-24	Binche	CARNIVAL OF BINCHE: This world famous Carnival, now on the UNESCO world heritage list , dates back to the 16th century. The colorful celebration attracts thousands of visitors and is highlighted by Mardi Gras, an event not to be missed.
All Month	Liege	THE"DISCOVER STATIONS " EXHIBITION: From November 2008 to September 2009, inspired by the reopening of the Grand Curtius Museum complex and the new train station designed by Santiago Calatrava, “Destinations Delvaux”, will bring together art and travel in the city of Liege. The event will include numerous exhibitons around the city.
All Month	Brussels	THE NEW CHILDREN'S COMIC STRIPS EXHIBITION: This exhibition is part of the Belgian Comic Strip Center’s 2009 program with which, to celebrate its 20th anniversary, it would like to bring a year-long salute to everything which has changed in comics since the Centre's opening on 6 October 1989.

March	Place	Events
1-8	Brussels	THE NEW CHILDREN'S COMIC STRIPS EXHIBITION: This exhibition is part of the Belgian Comic Strip Center’s 2009 program with which, to celebrate its 20th anniversary, it would like to bring a year-long salute to everything which has changed in comics since the Centre's opening on 6 October 1989.
5-9	Brussels	BRUSSELS BOOK FAIR: The Brussels Book Fair at Tour & Taxis is a hive of activity, with thousands of publishers presenting their latest offerings. More than 700 authors are on hand to sign their works and there are debates, conferences and workshops.
7	Brussels	NIGHT OF THE BRUSSELS MUSEUMS: On this enchanted evening ten Brussels museums invite you for the second Night of the Brussels Museums. Visit the BELvue Museum, the Museum of Musical Instruments, the Belgian Centre for Comic Strip Art, the Museum of the City of Brussels, and you will see performances, concerts, workshops and bizarre entertainment created for you in cooperation with youth organizations and students. From 8:00 pm until 1:00 am followed by a party.
10-31	Brussels	ARS MUSICA: Also known as "the spring of contemporary music", the Ars Musica festival has carved out a reputation as a real reference event for contemporary music. Every year, the festival brings together works by composers who are writing the sounds and scores of tomorrow.
12-23	Stavelot	MID LENT CARNIVAL: The Blancs Moussis festivities and parade. A particularly joyful experience is the tossing of confetti by the ton at virtually anything that moves; motorized cannons shoot confetti at the crowds and with skillful aim also target second floor flats along the parade route.
20-29	Brussels	EURANTICA: The Eurantica fine art and antiques fair at Brussels Expo offers upper-class bargain hunting on a continental scale, with dealers from all over Europe. More than 150 dealers from France, Spain, Holland, Britain, Italy and Germany, carefully selected by a committee of experts, display jewellery, oriental ceramics, tapestry, textiles, religious icons, musical instruments, engravings, pre-Colombian art, Art Déco, Art Nouveau, sculpture, paintings, furniture... the list of precious objects is endless.
23-29	Brussels	SPRING OF SCIENCE: Numerous activities are open to schools during the week, while during the weekend families will enjoy themselves. This weekend of scientific activities is aimed at everyone, young and old. Its aim is to popularize the scientific world by means of educational and playful animations.
TBA	Brussels	THE BAROQUE SPRING OF THE SABLON: There is no better location for this week-long Baroque festival than the beautiful public and private premises in and around Place du Grand Sablon. In March, the buildings ring to the soaring music of Corelli, Handel, Pergolesi, Couperin and Marais. The festival encourages young talent to perform at afternoon concerts and to participate in workshops at the Conservatoire.
All Month	Liege	THE"DISCOVER STATIONS " EXHIBITION: From November 2008 to September 2009, inspired by the reopening of the Grand Curtius Museum complex and the new train station designed by Santiago Calatrava, “Destinations Delvaux”, will bring together art and travel in the city of Liege. The event will include numerous exhibitons around the city.

April	Place	Events
1-10	Brussels	ARS MUSICA: Also known as "the spring of contemporary music", the Ars Musica festival has carved out a reputation as a real reference event for contemporary music. Every year, the festival brings together works by composers who are writing the sounds and scores of tomorrow.
3-...	Spa	EXHIBITION: LEONARDO DA VINCI - THE MASTER OF WATER: Water in all its forms has always been Leonardo Da Vinci's major concern and is thus a pertinent thread to get onto the different facets of his work. This exhibition is aimed at featuring the works of the artist-engineer in this field. From April 3 until August 30.
9-21	Brussels	FESTIVAL OF FANTASTIC FILM: Rated as one of the best in the world, this festival promises two weeks of film screenings. The electric atmosphere fills not only the dark auditoriums where some 150 films are shown, but also extends to the famous body-painting competitions and the merciless vampires’ ball where aliens, angels and demons gather in an apocalyptic party scene. There is also entertainment for the kids with the screening of ‘Children allowed’ and ‘Fantastikids’.
10	Tournai	BIG ANNUAL FLOWER MARKET: Spring is the perfect time to visit Tournai and its treasures. Visit the Belfry and the Tapestry Museum.
12	Public Holiday	EASTER SUNDAY
13	Public Holiday	EASTER MONDAY
17-30	Brussels	ROYAL GREENHOUSES OPEN TO THE PUBLIC: Each year for a very short period of time the Greenhouses of the Royal Palace at Laeken are open to the public.
24-27	Brussels	ARTBRUSSELS: Every year more than 25,000 people gather at this contemporary art venue, where 150 carefully-chosen international galleries showcase the work of established artists and young talent, ranging from photographs and monochromes to light sculptures and colour canvasses.
TBA	Liege	INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF DETECTIVE FILMS IN LIEGE: Original film festival dedicated to a very popular genre: detective films. Liège will fall under the spell of investigations and intrigues.Programma: 8 films for competition, 4 avant-premières, a panorama of 10 films, short-films, films based on novels and important characters.
All Month	Liege	THE"DISCOVER STATIONS " EXHIBITION: From November 2008 to September 2009, inspired by the reopening of the Grand Curtius Museum complex and the new train station designed by Santiago Calatrava, “Destinations Delvaux”, will bring together art and travel in the city of Liege. The event will include numerous exhibitons around the city.

May	Place	Events
1-10	Brussels	ROYAL GREENHOUSES OPEN TO THE PUBLIC: Each year for a very short period of time the Greenhouses of the Royal Palace at Laeken are open to the public.
1-31	Charleroi	CHARLEROI / DANSES - BIANNIAL EVENT : Charleroi/Danses proposes you a magnificent biannial event of dance based on interdisciplinarity and on a concept of artistic work shared with creations of Michèle Anne De Mey, Thierry De Mey, Pierre Droulers and Olga de Soto and Johanne Saunier, two choreographers from the French-speaking community.
2-3	Houffalize	WORLD CUP MOUNTAIN BIKE : The first round of the World Cup Mountain bike will be held in Houffalize.
4-30	Brussels	QUEEN ELISABETH MUSIC COMPETITION : This competition that awards young violinists is unique in the world , not only for its importance and its influence but also due to the difficulty of the tests, the preestigious jury, the strists rules and its originality
8-16	Brussels	BOTANIQUE NIGHTS: Reggae, French songs, electro and rock are interwoven throughout the festival, held at the Botanique, the Cultural Center of the French speaking community.
9-10	Brussels	IRIS DAY: The public has always appreciated the many street activities, concerts and the typical Brussels atmosphere during this festival. It doesn't matter how old you are, you will have a blast during the 2009 edition! It will be even more attractive thanks to the many events!
16	Brussels	LESBIAN AND GAY PRIDE: Street party, parade and pride shows in Brussels city center.
21	Public Holiday	ASCENSION DAY
21-24	Namur	FESTIVAL OF THE FAIRGROUND ARTS: For 4 days and 4 nights, comedians, magicians and dream and illusion merchants take you along in search of emotions and pleasure! Fascinating!
27-31	Ardennes	THE ARDENNES MOUNTAIN SPRING BEER TOUR OF BELGIUM: Deep within the majestic Ardennes Mountains of Belgium, clients can take part in a nine-da, eight-night beer tour with Belgian Beer Me.
29-31	Brussels	BRUSSELS JAZZ MARATHON WEEKEND: 125 free concerts and more than 450 musicians await jazz lovers on the biggest squares in Brussels. Big Bands and famous soloists play in open air, smaller bands play in bars and taverns, and you can see them all by using the special buses that criss-cross the city. Jazz it up!
31	Public Holiday	WHIT SUNDAY
TBA	Louvain La-Neuve	OPENING OF THE HERGE MUSEUM : Herge , father of Tintin, has his own museum outside Brussels. This new and modern building was designed by Christian de Pontzamparc
TBA	Brussels	KunstenFESTIVALdesArts: Artists and public meet for the 13th time in the most diverse theatres and other public spaces in Brussels for a taste of theatre, music, dance, films and exhibitions. The KunstenFESTIVALdesArts has an essentially contemporary and international flavour.
TBA	Brussels	COMIC STRIP FESTIVAL: The 20th Comic Strip Festival Ganshoren will focus on Metamorphosis with dedications from famous Belgian and foreign comic strip writers. Comic strip activities for young & old include comic strip workshops, a contest and a reading corner.
TBA	Dinant	6th CONTEST FOR YOUNG SAXOPHONE PLAYERS : The International Adolphe Sax Association organizes a contest for young saxophone players. The contest is open to Belgian and Luxemburg musicians.
All Month	Liege	THE"DISCOVER STATIONS " EXHIBITION: From November 2008 to September 2009, inspired by the reopening of the Grand Curtius Museum complex and the new train station designed by Santiago Calatrava, “Destinations Delvaux”, will bring together art and travel in the city of Liege. The event will include numerous exhibitons around the city.

June	Place	Events
1	Public Holiday	WHIT MONDAY
2	Brussels	OPENING OF THE MAGRITTE MUSEUM : The collection is a perfect proof of René Magritte's oeuvre and covers all the periods from his life. The works on display, among which his most important masterpieces, are mainly from the legacies of Irène Scutenaire-Hamoir and Georgette Magritte and from purchases made by the Royal Museums for Fine Arts of Belgium, completed with works on loan from private persons
1-4	Ardennes	THE ARDENNES MOUNTAIN SPRING BEER TOUR OF BELGIUM: Deep within the majestic Ardennes Mountains of Belgium, clients can take part in a nine-da, eight-night beer tour with Belgian Beer Me.
4-9	Brussels	BRUSSELS ANCIENT ART FAIR: Dealers in classical, Egyptian and Near Eastern antiquities come to Brussels from all over the world to put their treasures on display in leading galleries at the Sablon quarter.
8-9	Liege	JAZZ A LIEGE: Two days stuffed with talent chosen by a team with an ear for the very best.
14	Mons	DOUDOU, PROCESSION OF THE GOLDEN CARRIAGE AND BATTLE OF THE LUMECON : The procession commemorates the deliverance of Mons from the plague in 1349. The Doudou takes place on 18 May but the festivities begin on the Thursday before and end on the Wednesday after.
20-21	Waterloo	11TH NAPOLEONIC BIVOUACS : Around 1,200 uniformed military enthusiasts gather in the same orchard the Imperial Guard descended on on 16 and 17 June of 1815. During this weekend a variety of military exercises and different demonstrations take place.
27	Namur	VERDUR ROCK FESTIVAL: This international festival for contemporary music is free of charge and takes place in the magnificent setting of the nature theater at the Citadel of Namur.
26-27 28	Brussels	COULEUR CAFE: An explosion of exotic, throbbing music from the Caribbean, Africa and Latin America. In between concerts visitors can buy ornaments and handicraft products from all over the world and sample delicious cocktails and international dishes.
26-27 28	Dessel	GRASPOP METAL MEETING: Every year more than 100,000 metal fans descend upon Dessel. The line-up for 2008 includes Iron Maiden, Judas Priest, Whitesnake, Ministry, Sonata Arctica, Bullet For My Valentine, Volbeat, My Dying Bride, At The Gates, Forbidden, Hollenthon, Deathstars, Converge and Comeback Kid.
TBA	Mons	BEER FESTIVAL OF MONS: Every year the Party Service and tradesmen of Mons' Grand'Place organize a weekend dedicated to beer. Numerous stalls allow visitors to taste traditional beers and the big brands that made Belgium famous as the World Center of Beer.
TBA	Brussels	MUSIC VILLAGE JAZZ CONCERTS: A series of 12 jazz nights with live music in the center of Brussels is organized by and at the Music Village. Discover the universe of jazz in the land where the saxophone was invented.
TBA	Brussels	BELGIUM ROLLER PARADE: From June to September put on your roller skates to participate to the almost traditional hikes at the heart of the most beautiful cities of Belgium. The 10km circuit ends with a fiesta in the city centre.
TBA	Brussels	COUNTRY FESTIVAL OF BRUSSELS: Country music is all around under a 800 m² top with an amazing programme!
TBA	Brussels	MIDIS-MINIMES FESTIVAL: Like every year, the Midis-Minimes Festival offers you a concert of about 40 minutes every weekday in Brussels Minimes Church and the Conservatory. Diversified festival with traditional music on Monday, old on Tuesday, 18th century music on Wednesday, contemporary music on Thursday, and 19th century music on Friday. Discover new repertoires, composers, artists, instruments... At the same time, 3 cycles are devoted to instruments in general: women's voices, the piano and some "curiosities".
TBA	Wallonia	FESTIVAL OF WALLONIA: The Festival of Wallonia has become one the major events in the Walloon musical life. Six festivals invite you to discover the architectural and musical heritage of their region and to share their strong inclination towards parties and conviviality. Every year, there will be a common theme in the programming of all the festivals and a renowned Belgian cultural personality is chosen as sponsor for the entire season. The avant-première will take place on 13 June 2009 in Brussels
TBA	Horrues	MUSICAL SUMMER OF HORRUES: Chamber music, foreign and Belgian ensembles.
TBA	Brussels	FETE-DE-LA-MUSIQUE:Belgium'French-speaking community'annual music celebration with more than 500 concerts in Brussels and Wallonia. The event marks the start of the summer and the launch of the festival season.
All Month	Liege	THE"DISCOVER STATIONS " EXHIBITION: From November 2008 to September 2009, inspired by the reopening of the Grand Curtius Museum complex and the new train station designed by Santiago Calatrava, “Destinations Delvaux”, will bring together art and travel in the city of Liege. The event will include numerous exhibitons around the city.

July	Place	Events
June 30 1-2	Brussels	OMMEGANG PAGEANT: Yearly colorful pageant on Brussels’ Grand’Place commemorates a celebration in honor of Emperor Charles V in the 16th century.
1-31	Wallonia	BIENNAL ARTOUR: The 6th Biennial for Contemporary Art and Heritage ARTour gathers a number of exhibitions and creations by artists on the remarkable heritage of the "Région du Centre". This region has a rich history, which is reflected by its numerous castles with different styles. The main theme is focused on the imaginary linked to the theme of the castle with its symbolic, historic, dreamlike, utopian, romantic or fabulous dimension
1-31	Brussels	MUSIC VILLAGE JAZZ CONCERTS: A series of 12 jazz nights with live music in the center of Brussels is organized by and at the Music Village. Discover the universe of jazz in the land where the saxophone was invented.
3-5 10-12	Gozee	JUILLET MUSICAL D'AULNE: In the exceptional setting of the Abbey of Aulne a variety concerts are organized. Different styles to please everybody (classical music, jazz,...).
4-...	Durbuy	MAZE OF DURBUY: A 20 acre Labyrinth of giant maize where people come on family outings to meet puzzling and mischievous characters who tell stories and offer us to participate. Shows, enigmas and laughing bouts are ever present at the bend of the alleyways... on condition of finding them !
10-12	Chiny	INTERCULTURAL FAIRY TALE FESTIVAL: This festival arose from a desire to introduce the public to the "floves" (jokes) as told by the local "raconteurs" (storytellers). In the past years the success of this event has been huge. It attracts a large number of storytellers who can be found not only in the halls and streets of the town, but also in the forest and on the little boats on the Semois River… There they will tell today's stories to today's adults. New encounters, beautiful discoveries await you during this intercultural and international festival!
11-12	Brussels	BROSELLA FOLK & JAZZ: This absolutely free festival, staged in a park at the foot of the Atomium includes jazz, folk and other summer sounds ringing out from the main stage. In the evenings fans and dreamers hang out under the Chinese lanterns. Children are not forgotten either with numerous activities for all age groups.
16-20	Spa	FRANCOFOLIES: Every year for more than ten years, the biggest names in French song rock the stage in an all-out concert in the beautiful city of Spa.
16-19	Dour	DOUR MUSIC FESTIVAL: An alternative music festival including 4 days of celebrations, an immense camp site, 6 stages, 240 groups and DJ's.
17-18 19	Peer	BELGIUM RHYTHM 'N' BLUES FESTIVAL: This leading blues festival is celebrating its twenty-fourth birthday this year. Numerous national and international blues celebrities have appeared on the stage in Peer in Limburg to perform in this mix of blues, soul, gospel and roots music
18-20	Dinant	DINANT JAZZ NIGHTS FESTIVAL: This international jazz festival takes place in the beautiful Saint-Norbert park of the Leffe Abbey. Programme: groups and musicians that have marked the festival's history and some new names.
21	Public Holiday	INDEPENDENCE DAY
2-3-4-5	Werchter	WERCHTER ROCK FESTIVAL: This festival brings a broad range of genres, a selection of all-time favourites as well as the sounds of young, new talent. In short, the best of what has been and what is still to come. First name in the line up for this year is the English rock band, Radiohead
TBA	Philippeville	GAMBRINUS BEER TRUCK FESTIVAL: This unique event celebrates brewery trucks from everywhere in Belgium and promises to be extra special this year on the 10th anniversary of the museum. Fun activities include sampling of about 80 Belgian beers, and plenty of jazz music.
TBA	Liege	LES ARDENTES : Third edition of this Electro Rock Festival taking place at Coronmeuse’s Parc Astrid in Liege, in the heart of Wallonia Last year 43,000 festival-goers met up in Liege.
TBA	Wallonia	MUSICA MUNDI: A chamber music festival for young musicians held in beautiful locations such as Chateau du Lac, Chateau La Hulpe and Concert Noble in Brussels.
TBA	Brussels	ROYAL PALACE OPEN TO PUBLIC: Open every day, except on Monday from 10 am to 5 pm – Entrance free.
TBA	Brussels	MINI EUROPE BY NIGHT: Every Saturday from July 19 - August 16th, Mini Europe opens its doors to visitors in the evenings for a magical light show. Mini Europe is a fun, family attraction where the most famous monuments in Europe are scaled down to miniatures.
TBA	Saint-Hubert	JULY IN MUSIC: This major festival of classical music of the Province of Luxembourg proposes you a rich programme on the occasion of the Festival of Wallonia.
TBA	Barvaux	BARVAUX CITY COUNTRY FESTIVAL: International programme, American vehicles, "western" atmosphere and stalls. Reconstructed military camp from the American civil war (1860-1865).New top. Large dance floor. Militaria fair. Muti-camp "WORLD WARS STORY" with Yankees, Confederates, Napoleon, Middle Ages, 40/45, Indians...
TBA	Florenville-Chiny-Herbeumont	FLORENVILLE-CHINY-HERBEUMONT FESTIVAL:For some 20 years now a series of classical concerts are being organized in various places at Chiny, Florenville, and Herbeumont. There will also be a theatre piece at the Castle of Orval with the Compagnie des Galeries.
TBA	Gouvy	GOUVY JAZZ-BLUES FESTIVAL: The Gouvy Festival is one of the oldest jazz festivals of Belgium and has welcomed many big names in past years. Many famous jazz musicians have given an international dimension to this extraordinary festival. It takes place in the Ardennes countryside, on the estate of the Madelonne farm. Friday and Saturday are devoted to jazz and Sunday to blues. The mix of quietness and quality music gives the Ardennes even more colour.
TBA	Liege	THE AMERICAN STYLE MUSIC FESTIVAL: The Royal Society "Les Amis Réunis de Cerexhe" organises an American music festival with 25 groups: country, cajun, rock, folk, Celtic music.
All Month	Liege	THE"DISCOVER STATIONS " EXHIBITION: From November 2008 to September 2009, inspired by the reopening of the Grand Curtius Museum complex and the new train station designed by Santiago Calatrava, “Destinations Delvaux”, will bring together art and travel in the city of Liege. The event will include numerous exhibitons around the city.

August	Place	Events
July 31 1-2	Floreffe	ESPERANZAH FESTIVAL: Esperanzah! is a festival for dedicated, nomadic and varied music styles and invites you to a world tour with new voices, different sounds and foreign and inventive rhythms. The international programme includes about twenty concerts of famous as well as new artists. Esperanzah! also offers you the magic scope of the Floreffe abbey, which transforms during three days into a place, where everything is possible. Esperanzah! invites you to dance, to dream, to travel, and to meet other people. Together another world is possible.
1-31	Wallonia	BIENNAL ARTOUR: The 6th Biennial for Contemporary Art and Heritage ARTour gathers a number of exhibitions and creations by artists on the remarkable heritage of the "Région du Centre". This region has a rich history, which is reflected by its numerous castles with different styles. The main theme is focused on the imaginary linked to the theme of the castle with its symbolic, historic, dreamlike, utopian, romantic or fabulous dimension
1-31	Brussels	ROYAL PALACE OPEN TO PUBLIC: Open every day, except on Monday from 10 am to 5 pm – Entrance free.
1-31	Brussels	MUSIC VILLAGE JAZZ CONCERTS: A series of 12 jazz nights with live music in the center of Brussels is organized by and at the Music Village. Discover the universe of jazz in the land where the saxophone was invented.
12-15	Liege	FETES DU 15 AOUT: To mark the festivities of 15th August in the Outremeuse quarter, Liège youth hostel is organising four days of free concerts from 12th to 15th August, with 11 groups performing in a variety of styles. Everyone is welcome !
15	Public Holiday	ASSUMPTION DAY
15	Dinant	26th INTERNATIONAL BATHTUB REGATTA: This hilarious competition on the River Meuse starts in the afternoon. Admission is free.
22-23	Chassepierre	ARTIST FESTIVAL OF CHASSEPIERRE-INTERNATIONAL STREET ARTS FESTIVAL: During two days, the whole town is put in a whirl by the arrival of some 200 nomadic artists who have chosen to live outside and who turn it completely into a theatre. Chassepierre is the oldest festival of this kind in Europe. You're guaranteed new surroundings full of culture and entertainment... A festival to discover with your family, group of friends or your company. Everything is possible to mix culture and fun.
22-23	Ath	GOUYASSE VESPERS & PROCESSION OF THE GIANTS (FAIR) - DUCASSE OF ATH: This remarkable event takes place every 4th weekend of August. It dates back to the fifteenth century and presents the Giants of Ath to the public. One of these giants is no other than the renowned Gouyasse, (Goliath), King of the Festival. After having taken his pretty fiancée to the altar of St Julien's Church to get married, he fights the tiny David in the afternoon. After the battle, it is time for the tasting of the traditional "mastelles" tart - also known as "Gouyasse" (macaroon tart). The following day the spectacular traditional cortège will take place. A magnificent parade featuring the giants of the town in the company of floats and a multitude of different groups. A real crowd puller.
28-29	Viller La Ville	CHORAL EVENINGS: Six music concerts and a magical fireworks show in the beautiful setting of the Villers La Ville Cistercian abbey.
28-29 30	Spa	THE BELGIAN FORMULA 1-GRAND PRIX OF SPA: The Belgian Formula One Grand Prix of Spa- Francorchamps is a mythical event where every year numerous exciting surprises await you. Discover the best track where the best F1 pilots ride!
28-29 30	Seneffe	TAPIS DE FLEURS: A magnificent flower carpet made from 200,000 begonias will be laid out on the grounds of Seneffe Castle in French speaking Wallonia. For three days, over 11,000 sq ft of vibrant colors will light up the main courtyard of this prestigious 18th century castle.
TBA	Brussels	MINI EUROPE BY NIGHT: Every Saturday from July 26 - August 24th, Mini Europe opens its doors to visitors in the evenings for a magical light show. Mini Europe is a fun, family attraction where the most famous monuments in Europe are scaled down to miniatures.
TBA	Brussels	MEYBOOM: The planting of the May tree is a famous festival that has been taking place in Brussels since 1213. The procession with the May Tree departs from the Comic Strip Museum at 2:00 pm and marches to the Grand Place and returns to the corner of the Rue des Sables & Rue des Marais where the tree must be planted before 5:00 pm. The meyboom festivities continue until late at night.
TBA	Brussels	BRUSSELS SUMMER FESTIVAL (EU'RITMIX): This music festival has more than 280 free concerts in a diverse range of music styles - rock, world music, jazz, hip hop, folk and reggae. It is also a meeting place for different forms of artistic expression including street theater, traveling groups, a circus and more.
TBA	Brussels	KLARAFESTIVAL: The 5th edition of the KlaraFestival of Flanders, International Brussels Music Festival has an unconventional and highly innovative approach by leaping from classical to world music to jazz and even pop. The 2008 theme is ‘Forza Musica!’.
TBA	Brussels	URBAN BBQ : Giant barbecue in the Park of Brussels in a great atmosphere. 5 chefs will prepare delicious recipes ( Yves Mattagne " Sea Grill" ** Michelin - Kristof Begyn & Didier De Roover: " Kijk Uit " - Gaëtan Colin " Jaloa " - Michel D " L'Atelier de Michel " & Constantin Erinkoglou: " Notos" Bib Gourmand Michelin )
TBA	Brussels	FESTIVAL BROCKXL'58: It's rock'n'roll time in Brussels with ask4 and BrockXL'58! Discover the great sounds and styles that make up the Roots & Rock'n'roll movement. Rock'n'roo, Doo Wop, rockabilly, dance...
TBA	Rossignol	GAUME JAZZ FESTIVAL: The Gaume Jazz Festival offers a blend of Belgian and European jazz in one big artistic event. This is truly an appointment in your cultural and tourist agenda this summer that you simply cannot miss. This edition takes place at Rossignol, in the "Gaumais micro-climat" of Tintigny, between Florenville & Arlon, Virton & Neufchâteau.
TBA	Harre City	HARRE CITY COUNTRY FESTIVAL: Western country festival.

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