About
Noël des Mondes brings eight vocal ensembles to the Nationale Basiliek in Koekelberg on 12 December 2026 at 17:00, followed by a sing-along finale.
What to expect
The first edition of Noël des Mondes is a choir festival where cultures meet.
- Eight vocal ensembles from Brussels, Wallonia and Flanders
- Also ensembles from various cultural communities
- Music from Europe, Africa, America and Asia
- Finale: Grand Chœur Éphémère, up to 1,000 voices
- Everyone can join, no experience needed
- Practice audio in advance and a joint rehearsal
Questions
When does Christmas of the Worlds start and end?
Christmas of the Worlds runs Saturday, 12 December 2026, 17:00 until 20:20.
Where is Christmas of the Worlds?
Christmas of the Worlds takes place at Basilique Nationale du Sacré - Cœur - Koekelberg, Basiliekvoorplein 1, 1083 Koekelberg – Ganshoren, Ganshoren.
How much are tickets for Christmas of the Worlds?
Tickets for Christmas of the Worlds cost from €10 on the official ticket shop.
Can I sing in the final choir?
Yes, everyone is welcome, whether you sing in a choir or just for fun.
No musical experience or ability to read music is needed.
You receive audio material in advance to practise.
A joint rehearsal prepares everyone for the finale.
Register through the registration form.
How do I register for the choir?
Register via the form: **forms.gle
Which songs does everyone sing together?
Three songs bring everyone together:
J'aime la vie – Sandra Kim, Belgium
Shosholoza – a traditional South African song
Douce Nuit / Silent Night / Stille Nacht – in French, English and Dutch
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Getting there
Basilique Nationale du Sacré - Cœur - Koekelberg, Basiliekvoorplein 1, 1083 Koekelberg – Ganshoren, 1083 Ganshoren, Brussels Hoofdstedelijk Gewest, BE
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