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Kouterconcerten
Enjoy music among the flowersConcerts16 August 2026In the summer months, orchestras, fanfare groups and brass bands treat you to music at the weekly Sunday flower market.
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Lauden
Classical concerts in St Bavo’s AbbeyConcerts30 August 2026The historic refectory of St Bavo’s Abbey is the backdrop of the Lauden concerts. At dusk, you can attend four concerts that are a twist on the...
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International Organ Festival
Concert on the monumental Klais organConcerts13 August 2026Every year, the Ghent Organ Centre, an organisation that keeps the art of the organ alive, organises an international organ festival.
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Carillon Summer Concerts 2026
Free carillon concert on Sint-BaafspleinConcerts15 August 2026Every year, the city carilloneur Kenneth Theunissen performs carillon concerts from the Belfry the whole summer long. From the Sint-Baafsplein,...
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The Patershol festivities
Neighbourhood street party in PatersholFestivals14 until 16 August 2026The oldest quarter of Ghent organises its own mini festivities, displaying maximal atmosphere and ambiance. For amateurs of more intimate events...
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Bijloke Wonderland
Music, theatre and more on the Bijloke siteEventsFestivals20 until 30 August 2026Bijloke Wonderland is a summer festival of culture at the Bijloke site. For eleven days, you will be able to come here for sunrise concerts,...
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Vegan Summer Fest
The largest Belgian vegan festivalFestivals23 August 2026Get overwhelmed by brand new flavours and find renewed inspiration at the Vegan Summer Fest. Stroll among the numerous food trucks and get lost at...
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Jazz in the Park
Discover contemporary and Belgian jazzFestivalsConcerts4 until 6 September 2026Jazz in the Park is the place to be for jazz fans every September. The Voorhavenpark is the setting for the best and latest in contemporary jazz...
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Flanders Festival Ghent
Classical music for young and oldFestivalsConcerts10 until 27 September 2026Flanders Festival Ghent has been part of the music festival scene for many years. From classical to world music to artistic performances: every...
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OdeGand
Dazzling music show in the historical city centreFestivals12 September 2026OdeGand is a celebration of music on and along Ghent’s canals and in the historical city centre. Travel by boat or simply walk from one concert to...
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Whispering Leaves
Intimate city festival in Sint-AmandsbergSee and doFestivalsConcerts20 September 2026During Whispering Leaves, an intimate late summer festival, enjoy small-scale concerts in hidden green spaces in Ghent, including city gardens,...
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BACK2SCRATCH
Street art, urban sports and music in one festival for and by young peopleEventsFestivals25 September 2026A meeting place for hip-hop fans where everyone is welcome and diversity is central. This festival is therefore created in collaboration with...
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Steve Reich: Music for 18 Musicians & ROLROLROL
Imagination of the NightSee and doFestivalsConcerts26 September 2026Minimalist music takes centre stage during Imagination of the Night. First, 18 performers bring Steve Reich's "Music for 18 Musicians...
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Whisky Festival Gent
A piece of Scotland in GhentFestivals2 until 4 October 2026During the first weekend of October, whoever enters the Old Fish Market will believe they’re in Scotland. It’s the perfect opportunity to learn...
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Film Fest Gent
Annual international film festival in GhentFestivals7 until 18 October 2026The Film Fest Gent has become a not-to-be-missed event on the Flemish and international cultural scene. It owes its success to an infallible...
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Full Circle Ghent
Music festival with Ghent as the main stageFestivals19 until 20 February 2027This unique music festival brings an explosion of beats, genres and creativity to Ghent. Just one ticket gives you access to 35 venues scattered...