Events

The "Antwerpen proeft" or Antwerp Tastes culinary festival, started in 2007 and pioneered in Belgium, offers signature dishes in tasting form from renowned restaurants, starred chefs, young kitchen talent and TV chefs. Come and sample a unique selection of refined dishes, take part in exciting workshops and enjoy entertaining cooking demonstrations, all in one place, during the long weekend of 14-17 May 2026!

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In centrally located AthenA, you can enjoy a unique culinary experience. While watching films such as Chef, The Menu, and Ratatouille, you are served seven small dishes that seem to come straight from the scenes. This experience stimulates all your senses: seeing, hearing, smelling, tasting, and feeling, making you feel as if you are sitting at the table with the actors.

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On June 6 and 7, Napoleonkaai will become the hotspot for burger lovers. Drip brings together 14 top burger spots from across Europe for a delicious weekend filled with street food, music and great vibes.

What can you expect?
🍔 Unique burger creations from Europe’s top burger spots
🎶 Music, drinks and a relaxed festival atmosphere
🎉 Surprises, special guests and lots of food vibes

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From June 19 to 21, the 25th Beer Passion Weekend will take place in the beautifully restored Handelsbeurs on the Meir in Antwerp. Visitors can taste over 200 Belgian beers, including 90 on tap, 34 new flavors, and 21 alcohol-free varieties. Combined with live music and lectures by beer experts, it promises to be a true celebration for every beer lover. Don't miss it!

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On August 15, Antwerp celebrates Mother’s Day, a holiday that coincides with the traditional Rubensmarkt in the Historical City Centre. From 9 a.m. onwards, vendors dressed in 17th-century clothing offer their goods, creating an authentic and atmospheric experience. Ideal for a fun family outing!

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Do you feel like singing, dancing, and enjoying yourself at the Bollekesfeest? From August 21 to 23, 2026, you can celebrate together at the Grote Markt and Groenplaats in Antwerp. For three days, there will be free performances by fantastic artists, a great atmosphere, and delicious food and drinks. Don’t miss this major event in the heart of Antwerp!

De Zomerfabriek is the place to be during the summer months. Here it's party time every day! For everyone. With regulars like The Classics on Tuesday, Grab The Mic on Wednesday and the Jams on Sunday. New this year is Dance Lab, an open stage for dance, on Thursday. Look forward to punishing evenings full of new and unprecedented talent. But there's more. From the many submissions to the Open Call, the jury selected 20 flashy projects. Expect block parties, Afro-Caribbean nights, K-pop events and much more.

From Friday November 13 to Saturday November 14, Billie's Craft Beer Fest will take place with a Halloween theme. During this craft beer festival, you can enjoy unlimited tastings of 480 different beers, delicious snacks and great music from local artists. Come and get spooked on Friday the 13th, and take part in fun activities, all in theme!

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Do you always have that urge to travel, discover new things and taste what the world has to offer? Then Antwerp is the place to be. Enjoy a good glass of beer on one of the many terraces, be seduced by the characteristic Belgian gastronomy or explore the different cultures that the city is rich in.

Every Saturday from 8 - 16u

Every Sunday you will find a market at Falconplein with a variety of healthy and sustainable foods. There are about 24 booths offering fresh organic products.

Every Sunday from 9-16h