Live music in Belgium
Live music: questions and answers
What people ask most about going to a concert or gig in Belgium.
Finding a gig
Where can I find concerts in Belgium?
In the agenda on this page: we collect the programmes of concert halls, clubs, arts centres, cafés and ticket sites across the country every day, and sort the gigs by day, city and genre.
Are there concerts tonight?
Almost certainly. On most nights there are dozens of gigs across the country, from small cafés to arenas. The tonight page lists them in the order they start.
What is on this weekend?
The weekend page shows Friday, Saturday and Sunday day by day. Friday and Saturday are the busiest nights; Sunday has earlier, quieter gigs.
Tickets
Where do I buy tickets?
Through the venue's own ticket shop or the ticket partner it links to; every gig on Evenitto links to the page where the organiser sells tickets. Be wary of tickets sold outside the official shop or partners.
What if the gig is sold out?
Check the venue's own site for returns and for tickets released closer to the date. Some venues release extra tickets or open an official resale page; avoid buying from strangers online.
How can I go to a concert cheaply?
Small clubs and café stages are often under twenty-five euros. Shows on weeknights, support-only nights and early sales are the cheapest, and the free page has gigs with no ticket at all.
Can children come along?
Some are, some are not. Many club and pop-venue gigs are open to all ages with an adult, others are 16+ or 18+. The age limit is in the venue's listing; check it before you buy.
At the gig
When should I arrive?
Doors open one to two hours before the main act; the support act usually plays first, and the headliner goes on around nine o'clock. Standing in the front rows means getting there when doors open.
Do I need earplugs?
Yes, if you stand near the stage. Concerts are loud, and a pair of earplugs lowers the volume without ruining the music; many venues sell them at the bar for a euro or two.
What should I bring?
Most venues have a cloakroom that costs a few euros. Bring a bank card: many venues are cashless, with payment by card at the bar and cloakroom.
Can I take photos?
Check the venue's rules. Phones are normally fine for a photo or a short clip; professional cameras and recording gear usually are not allowed without permission.
