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Art Deco Villa Vandevelde in Uccle opens to public 14 to 16 May for preview art sale

An exceptional Art Deco private residence in Brussels opens its doors for an exhibition of 20th century art from 14 to 16 May. To mark the centenary of the Art Deco movement in 2025, Villa Vandevelde in Uccle hosts Artcurial auction house’s exclusive preview A journey through the 20th century ahead...

Trade union to help long-term unemployed fight loss of benefits

A trade union has vowed to fight government plans to cut off benefits for at least 100,000 long-term unemployed in Belgium, by offering legal help to any member who challenges the decision in court. From next January, Belgium's new federal government intends to place a two-year limit on the payment...

Five exquisite must-visit parks and gardens on the outskirts of Brussels

Belgium’s nobility once delighted in building mighty fortresses, idyllic pleasure gardens and vast hunting grounds in the verdant countryside around Brussels. Today, many of these irresistibly beautiful parks and gardens are open to the public and simply a stroll away from the clamour of the city. Here are some of Flemish Brabant’s best walking gems set in a variety of lush landscapes.

Museumtuin Gaasbeek (6)

Almost 10,000 homeless in Brussels, study finds

The number of homeless people in Brussels has grown by a quarter in just two years, according to the results of a new census published by regional body Bruss'Help. Brussels has almost 10,000 homeless people, according to the estimates based on a count carried out by 400 volunteers in public spaces...
Stijl 40 years + at Fashion and Lace Museum (c) Marc Detiffe

What’s on this week: 18 to 24 April

The Fashion & Lace Museum honours the pioneering Belgian fashion brand in new exhibition 40+ Years of Stijl . Not only did the label created by Sonja Noël transform the Dansaert district into a stylish and hip quarter, it helped establish Belgian ready to wear fashion on the international scene...

Two injured in another shooting in Anderlecht's Cureghem district

Two people have been injured, one critically, in the latest in a series of shootings in the Cureghem neighbourhood of Anderlecht. According to Sudinfo, seven shots were fired at a home on the Rue de la Clinique at about 2.30 on Thursday morning, targeting two residents. One of the victims was shot...

New life for Bois de la Cambre pavilions as historic buildings re-open as art gallery

The two elegant white pavilions gracing the Avenue Louise entrance to Bois de la Cambre now have a new lease of life as art galleries. The listed historical buildings owned by the City of Brussels are occupied by LMNO contemporary art gallery, which won a public tender to manage the heritage site...

John Nilsen concert

Submitted by allsaintswaterloo on Tue, 04/15/2025 - 16:41

John Nilsen is a composer,  recording artist and performer, playing 240 concerts every year for 30 years until COVID hit. He combines elements of classical, folk and jazz and is an accomplished pianist, guitarist, composer, lyricist and vocalist. Over the years he has recorded more than 20 CDs.

Ombudsman sees growing complaints about digitisation of admin

The increasing difficulty of finding a human to talk to, instead of being directed to an online form or chatbot if you have a problem with your bank, tax office or housing association, is becoming more problematic, according to a new report by regional mediation institution, Ombuds Bruxelles...

Student accommodation fees climb due to lack of supply

Monthly rents for students have risen by an average of €100 over the past five years, according to newly published analysis by Kotkompas – a tool developed to comment on the student housing market. According to the research, the average student rent in shared accommodation in Belgium is €575...

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