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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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Open Monuments Day Ghent
Visit famous monuments in GhentEvents13 September 2026On Flemish Heritage Day, heritage buildings take pride of place. As well as visiting famous monuments, you can have a look around places that are...
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IndustryFestival 2026
50 years of the Ghent Museum of IndustryCulture and historyMuseumsEvents26 until 27 September 2026In 2026, the Museum of Industry in Ghent celebrates its 50th anniversary, and everyone is invited to join the festivities! To mark this special...
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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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Reopening Design Museum Gent
Explore the new DING wingCulture and historyMuseumsEvents3 October 2026After an extensive expansion and renovation, Design Museum Gent is reopening its doors. The long-awaited new wing completes the museum and...
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Weekend of the Customer
Shop owners spoil their customersEvents3 until 4 October 2026Ghent boasts the largest pedestrian shopping area of Belgium. The city’s colourful shopping districts feature authentic boutiques as well as...
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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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Jenny Montigny
Retrospective exhibition of Ghent artistExhibitions10 October 2026 until 10 January 2027Ghent artist Jenny Montigny was one of Emile Claus' most talented and beloved students. She soon stepped out of his shadow and made a name...
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Fourchette
A unique culinary experienceEvents30 October until 1 November 2026Looking for some rock & roll on your plate? Fourchette is a culinary event for foodies. Don't miss out! The crème de la crème of the...
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FACTS
The Comic Con of BelgiumEvents31 October until 1 November 2026Do you want to meet Yoda, The Avengers, Zelda and any Pokémon you could ever think of in one weekend, in one location? No, this is not a Harry...
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Six Days of Ghent
Action on track in 't KuipkeEvents17 until 22 November 2026The Six Days of Ghent have been taking place in Citadelpark since 1922. Every year, the very best track racing cyclists compete for the victory in...
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Christmas shopping
Strolling along the cosy streets of GhentEvents1 December 2026 until 3 January 2027Still have to buy some Christmas presents? Ghent offers a wide variety of shops, where you are guaranteed to find a gift for all your loved ones,...
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Museum night Ghent
Come and discover the museums of GhentEvents3 December 2026The museums of Ghent open their doors to the public all evening. Come and discover their collections and exhibitions totally free! And let them...