CHEERS TO 25 YEARS!
Thank you for celebrating 25 years of Belgian Beer Weekend
What made BBW25 unforgettable?
Over 50 breweries.
Hundreds of brews.
One iconic square.
Belgian Beer Weekend brought together a curated selection of breweries from across the country—from family-run microbreweries to legendary Trappist producers. Whether you’re into hoppy IPAs, rich dubbels, crisp saisons or fruit-forward lambics, there’s a glass with your name on it.
Not just a tasting,
a weekend-long
celebration.
The atmosphere was as rich as the beer itself. Live music echoing through the cobblestones, friends clinking glasses under the stars, and the world’s most beautiful square as your festival backdrop. From the first pour to the final cheers, the Grand-Place buzzed with energy, music, and shared stories.
A milestone year,
with a few extra
surprises.
In 2025, we celebrated 25 years of Belgian Beer Weekend. The classics stayed true, but this anniversary edition carried something more. A shared rhythm, a louder toast, and a sense of togetherness that filled the Grand-Place. A heartfelt salute to everyone who shaped this story.
FREE ENTRANCE
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JOIN THE CELEBRATION
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GRAND-PLACE, BRUSSELS
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SEPTEMBER 4–6, 2026
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OVER 500 BELGIAN BEERS
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FREE ENTRANCE • JOIN THE CELEBRATION • GRAND-PLACE, BRUSSELS • SEPTEMBER 4–6, 2026 • OVER 500 BELGIAN BEERS •
Plan your visit
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At the Belgian Beer Weekend, Belgian beers and their brewers take the centre stage for three days. Both large and small breweries from Belgium present themselves in an open & cosy atmosphere. Come and see how the Grand-Place of Brussels transforms into one big bar, where you can enjoy live music, parades, and, of course, the best Belgian beers.
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The next Belgian Beer Weekend takes place from Friday, September 4th to Sunday, September 6th 2026, as always during the first weekend of September.
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Situated at the heart of Brussels, the Grand-Place is easily reachable via efficient public transportation. Brussels-Central station within walking distance.
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The entrance to the 'Belgian Beer Weekend' is free. However, you need to pay to taste the different beers. Upon arrival, you will receive a payment card that you can recharge via a QR code or at the payment booth.
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Yes, companies can purchase tokens on invoice. Give your team or clients a warm Belgian Beer Weekend welcome. With prepaid cards that make it easy to enjoy great beers and atmosphere, without worrying about on-the-spot payments. You simply decide upfront how many cards you need and how many tokens to load on each, and everything is ready when you arrive.
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For safety reasons, backpacks and luggage are not allowed on site.
We do not provide lockers, but our partner Radical Storage offers nearby luggage storage from €6.75/day with insurance up to €3,000. We recommend traveling light and leaving valuables at home.
Please also note that pets are not permitted, with the exception of certified assistance dogs.
Belgian Beer Weekend x Belgian Beer World
Experience the world behind your glass!
Just a few steps from the Grand-Place, inside the historic Bourse building, Belgian Beer World offered the perfect complement to Belgian Beer Weekend.
Visitors could dive even deeper into Belgium’s brewing culture — before, during, or after the festivities — through interactive exhibits, tastings, and rooftop views. The collaboration was a natural match: two experiences, one shared passion. And for those who can’t get enough of Belgian beer culture, Belgian Beer World is open all year round.
Our Belgian Brewers
The most beautiful town square of Europe
The Grand-Place of Brussels is the central square of Brussels. Known for its aesthetic and historical richness, the square is surrounded by the City Hall, the Maison Du Roi and many guild houses. Formerly the beating heart of the city, economically, culturally and judicially. The Grand-Place is considered one of the most beautiful squares in the world. It has been on UNESCO's World Heritage list since 1998.