Event Dates
From: Thursday, February 13, 2025
To: Sunday, February 16, 2025
Bright Brussels is a unique festival in the Belgian Capital featuring 16 artistic works and light installations leading through the Royal district.
Bright Brussels is a unique festival in the Belgian Capital featuring 16 artistic works and light installations leading through the Royal district and European quarter to the Parc du Cinquantenaire.
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The Festival
- Next Edition: Thursday 13th – Sunday 16th February, 2025.
- Enjoy the Bright Brussels festival daily from 19:00 – 23:00 over four evenings and two routes and discover fun and immersive artistic works.
- There is also a fringe programme of various colourful events alongside the festival.
- Awaiting for the overall theme for the 2024 edition.
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The Installations
- Brussels’ brightest event will illuminate three neighbourhoods: the Royal Quarter, the European Quarter and from the Lehon Quarter to Avenue Louis Bertrand in Schaerbeek.
- The routes will be subtly punctuated by some twenty immersive and poetic works of art.
The Night Market
- The Sibelga Bright Market covers 300m² and takes place in rue du Bois Sauvage/Wildewoudstraat, near the Cathedral of Saint Michael and Saint Gudula. You can visit it from 19:00 to 23:00.
- Browse a stunning range of second-hand lighting and refurbished vintage lamps.
The Fringe Programme
- Bright Brussels also has a fringe programme. Brussels’ Festival of Lights will be punctuated by numerous events open to all.
- Visitors who are keen on culture will be able to choose from various museums participating in the event.
- Food lovers can stop at several great spots along the way to pick up a bite to eat.
- Shopping enthusiasts can take advantage of late evening openings in several shops.
- Other highlights include Gospel Choir signing by candle light.
Gay Brussels
- Most of Brussels’ gay bars, clubs, saunas and shops are located in the city centre, specifically around the Saint Jacuqes district. Its scene is true to the city’s image: discreet, varied, warm and friendly.
- Discover the best places to stay and play with our insider guide to gay Brussels.
Recommended Hotels in Brussels
Here are the Hotels we recommend with good reviews that keep you close to all the action
Hotel Amigo, Warwick Brussels, Hotel Grand Place, Motel One,
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Highlights of the festival
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The heart of Brussels with its stunning architecture, often the hub of events, festivals, and markets.