In 2008, the City of Brussels had 153.180 inhabitants. Among them: 105.779 Belgians and 27.040 people of another country of the European Union. The figures about European citizens living in Brussels... continue

The 10th edition of the bilingual guide 'Expats in Brussels' (English and French) contains advice and addresses to promote integration in Brussels.

The guide is subtitled: 'The practical guide to settling and living in Brussels.' continue

The City of Brussels also prepares for the Belgian Presidency of the Council of European Union, from 1 July to 31 December 2010. The website therefore welcomes the 27 countries of the EU in the 23 official languages of the Union. continue

From 24 June to 22 August 2010, from 11 am to 6 pm, in the House of Folklore and Traditions.

As part of the Belgian Presidency of the Council of the European Union, the House of Folklore and Traditions will hold an exhibition presenting costumes from the famous wardrobe of Manneken-Pis. details

From 5 July to 30 September 2010, every day at 10:30 pm and at 11 pm, shows with sound and light on the Grand-Place.

Since 2006, the City celebrates the cultural wealth of the various countries which chair the European Union alternately by shows with sounds and lights. These shows emphasize the musical and cultural heritage of the presiding country. During the summer of 2010, Belgium is the president of the European Union. Belgian sounds can thus be heard at the Grand-Place and the facade of the City Hall is lighted beautifully. details

From 4 until 7 October 2010 in the premises of the European Union in Brussels.

Since 2003, the 'Open Days - European Week of Regions and Cities' is an annual appointment for cities and regions to show their ability in creating growth and jobs within the European cohesion policy. It is a chance to show the importance of local policy at a good European governance. details