• I want to live here!

    Co-operative dream living in Flanders
    Exhibitions
    20 June 2025 until 7 June 2026

    The concept of co-operative living has existed in Europe for well over a century. In Belgium as well. These days, in Flanders, we are learning...

  • Belvedère Monday

    Monthly visit to the Belvedere of the Book Tower
    Events
    Monuments and buildings
    23 February 2026

    Have you always wanted to know how beautiful the view is from the ‘penthouse’ of the Booktower? Then you have the opportunity to visit the...

  • Heritage Day

    Cultural heritage in the spotlight
    Events
    26 April 2026

    On Heritage Day, museums, archives, heritage libraries, historical circles, church wardens, socio-cultural associations and conservators open...

  • Côté Jardin

    Music in the open air
    Concerts
    14 June 2026

    Côté Jardin is a musical pick-nick in the gardens of De Bijloke. You can enjoy a taste of what’s to come outside in the garden.

  • Boomtown

    International bands and young talent share the stage
    Festivals
    Concerts
    17 until 23 July 2026

    Boomtown is a seven-day alternative music festival on the Kouter, in the Handelsbeurs and in the beautiful Opera, presenting a mix of mainstream...

  • Polé Polé Ghent

    Going wild on The Graslei
    Events
    Festivals
    Concerts
    17 until 26 July 2026

    During The Ghent Festivities, Polé Polé will bring the best of pop, latin and world music in an extraordinary setting at the historic Graslei.

  • The Ghent Festivities

    Ghent Festivities: 10 days when the city goes wild
    Festivals
    17 until 26 July 2026

    A sparkling cultural popular festival with numerous performances of various national and international artists: a unique event in Europe, thanks...