This is a very nice and lovely event. it took place at the GRAND PALACE SQUARE, surrounded by the…read morebeautiful architectural treasure rich with gold and art. This weekend we came in the square braved the lines and got our tokens so we could enjoy samples from all breweries the festival have to offer. the line to pay for the ticket had some pretty nasty event organizer, the lad was very rude and vicious, I with I didn't have experienced that side of Brussels, after we got our tickets everything was ok again, hope next year she doesn't come back. The European way of life is one I love, you see the people hanging and drinking as well as enjoying cigarettes and cigars at the square while enjoying the brews of choice from the over 30 brewers that were there serving their beers, there was a fun band as well and some giveaways, people networked and had fun with strangers this was really a great time. this beer festival gave me the opportunity to try a CHOCOLATE CHERRY BEER! I was amazed with it. it tasted so good that now I am sad that I can only have that beer in Belgium lol I must come back here one day this festival is very worth it.

One of my favorite summer festivals in Belgium! Involves a few different stages in the center of…read moreBrussels (next to Central Station, MIM and the palace by Parc metro station). I love that the event lasts for 10 days, so when you live in the city, you can really get the most out of your ticket, stopping by each evening, if you wish! BSF gets some big names (my favorite was Amy Macdonald last year) both internationally and locally. This festival includes upcoming artists as well in smaller stages, which is fun to see close up. For about 50 eur pp for the 10 day pass, this festival is definitely worth it, even if you just want to go a couple times. Along with your ticket/wristband, you can also visit a few museums for free/reduced price during the 10 days that BSF takes place!

Super cool event that was held for the first time in Brussels, which offers a fun alternative to…read moreeating out with friends at a restaurant. From Friday-Sunday, this event was held within a few minutes from Central Station, which easily attracted people who were excited for this event as well as innocent bystanders and tourists in the area. This was held on the sidewalk area when you walk from Central Station toward the Cathedral and was packed with at least 30 different vendors from France, Luxembourg, the Netherlands and Belgium. Prices ranged but for appetizers, drinks and main course you could expect to spend around 20-25 eur. I had bio beers from one vendor (sorry, I really can't remember the name!) and appetizers from La kitchenette Sa Muze, which included bread and aubergine spread--could have included more bread but was good. I had a nice veggie burger (the line was super long but well worth the wait) at Urban cook, which was delicious and cost 9 eur for the burger and a small packet of fries with homemade mayo. My boyfriend had something from Bugs in Mugs and really enjoyed trying bug food for the first time! He said he couldn't even tell it had bugs in it (I think they ground up the bugs and made it into a sort-of flour.....Anyways, from the one day I was there, I would say this event was a success. I hope it comes back in 2015 or even sooner!

Bruxelles les Bains takes place for about 1 month or so each summer on the canal in Brussels nearby…read morethe Yser metro stop (limited parking is also available on site and additional parking on the street). After hearing about this last year (but never going) I went twice this year! When the weather is nice, I couldn't think of a better way to spend time outside drinking in the sun with friends. When I first went, I thought that it would be a beach with sand everywhere and maybe a couple of bars set up as though it is a beach. While there is sand and bars, it's not at all what I imagined it would be. There are tons of bars/stands/vendors selling a wide variety of drinks and food (ranging from African fare to Romanian to bagels and salads). There are a couple of stages to listen to live music/DJs and to enjoy yourself that way as well as fussball tables and beach volleyball courts and even fountains to run in (but I've only ever seen kids do that!). What is also great is that there are a number of stands that accept card payments, which certainly makes it easier on everyone who forgets cash! I'm already forward to going again next year!

This is a great event hosted every summer in Brussels. They basically set up a "beach" along the…read morecanal. There is live music, sports, and tons of food. Jamaican, Cuban, Congolese, Chilean, you name. And lot's of delicious drinks as well. There were playgrounds and areas for the kids to play in the sand so it is totally kid and adult friendly. Metro stop Isjer is the nearest stop.