In 2010, the Our Lady of the Chapel parish celebrates its 800 years of existence. From the end of April to the end of December 2010, numerous events will be held in the quarter to celebrate this anniversary: festivals, concerts, exhibitions, conferences,... continue

The Museums of the City of Brussels announced their program for 2010. Besides special tours for adults, youngsters and children there are some major exhibitions. continue

Volume 41 of the 'Brusselse Cahiers Bruxellois' (2009-2010) is available. The 'Brusselse Cahiers' are an edition of the Archives of the City of Brussels. continue

Crypt visits are only possible on inquiry by post or e-mail to Volunteers of Brussels 1830.

The Crypt of the Place des Martyrs symbolizes the sacrifice of 466 persons who died in the fights of September 23rd, 24th and 25th for the Independence of Belgium. Every year, remembrances are celebrated there in company of their descendants and representatives of the City of Brussels. details

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

On Saturday 31 July 2010, at 12:30 pm on the Fish Market (Vismet).

A procession will be held with the Companions of Saint Lawrence, the Bûûmdroegers, the Brass band, the Poepedroegers, the Gardevils and Madam Chapeau. details

On Saturday 31 July 2010, from 2:30 pm to 6 pm on the Grand-Place. And live on the webcam. details

On Saturday 31 July 2010, from 9 am to 6 pm, Manneken-Pis will wear the costume of the crossbowmen of the Royal Guild of Our Lady of Sablon. details

On Sunday 1 August 2010, at 2:15 pm. Departure at the Place Saint-Lambert (church) in Laeken. In French.

The association 'Laeken Découverte' organizes guided tours to discover the history of Laeken. Visit of the 3 gardens of King Leopold II: Colonial, Sobieksi and Fleuriste. details

On Saturday 7 August 2010, from 9 am to 6 pm, Manneken-Pis will be dressed in a costume of the Companions of Saint-Laurent.

Manneken-Pis is the symbol of the Brussels folklore. During certain events, he receives a special costume... On 7 August, two days before the Meyboom plantation, he will dress as a Companion of Saint-Laurent. details

On Sunday 8 August 2010, at 2:15 pm. Start at the entrance of the hospital. In French.

The association 'Laeken Découverte' organizes guided tours to discover the history of Laeken. Visit to the Brugmann Hospital in Laeken, a work by Victor Horta. details

On Monday 9 August 2010, from 9 am to 4 pm, Manneken-Pis will wear the costume of giant Janneke.

Manneken-Pis is the symbol of the Brussels folklore. During certain events, he receives a special costume. On 9 August he will honor Janneke, a famous giant from the Meyboom event. The Meyboom event (Brussels folklore) will take place that same day in the centre of Brussels. details

On Monday 9 August 2010 at 1:30 pm near the Grand-Place.

The procession starts at the Rue du Marais at 2 pm and goes towards the Grand-Place, followed by the plantation of the Meyboom (or Meiboom) a bit before 5 pm on the corner of the Rue des Sables and the Rue du Marais. details