Wednesday 2 April

From 4 to 6 April 2025, you’ll have the chance to discover over 40 musical acts in the heart of Brussels, namely at AB, Beursschouwburg, Cinema Palace and the Church of Notre Dame aux Riches Claires. But Brussels has so much more to offer than just music. Discover our tips for an amazing weekend in our beautiful capital.

Accommodation

• € MEININGER Hotel Brussels City Center: Affordable, industrial chic, within walking distance of AB
• €€ Teddy Picker: Hip and trendy design hotel in a vibrant neighbourhood, and a stone’s throw from AB.
• €€€ Hotel Amigo: Sleep in style next to the Grand Place.

Food

• € Chouke: Small Belgian ‘frietkot’ with delicious fries and (vegan) snacks. 
• € Horia: Healthy and tasty Middle Eastern cuisine across the road from AB.
• € Nona Pizza/Pasta: Organic, locally produced; Italian simplicity at its best.
• €€ Toukoul: Ethiopian food in a warm setting.
• €€ Fin de Siècle: Brussels classics in a charming, chaotic atmosphere. 
• €€ Bij den Boer: Authentic fish dishes in a no-nonsense restaurant.
• €€€ Strofilia: Refined Greek restaurant sequestered in a medieval building.
• €€€ Gramm: Gourmet restaurant with a seasonal, experimental twist.

Drinks

• Lord Byron: Small and cosy speakeasy with old-school cocktails.   
• Le Laboureur: Unfiltered charm and cold beer in an authentic Brussels pub.
• L’Archiduc: Jazz, art deco and classic cocktails.
• Brasseurs: Typical Brussels café across the road from AB.
• Fontainas: LGBTQ+-friendly and laid-back, perfect for people-watching.

 Museums & Exhibitions

• Argos: A hub for video art.  
• WIELS: Avant-garde art with fantastic exhibitions.
• Hangar: The best of contemporary photography.
• Design Museum: From brutalist chairs to contemporary design.
• Bozar: Temple of culture with a broad and impressive offering. 
• Magritte Museum: Lose yourself in the surreal world of Magritte. 
• KMSK: Old masters and modern icons under the same roof.
• Centrale: Urban art and a fresh look at Brussels.