The City Hall, a magnificent building located at the heart of Winter Wonders and preserving numerous treasures! Heritage in Motion offers you a unique experience to appreciate its splendor. The mayor’s office, the famous wedding hall… all come alive with the acrobatics of Back Pocket! A one-hour show combining history, heritage, and acrobatics. It’s the perfect stop during your visit to Winter Wonders, whether with friends or family.
The show is accessible to all ages and to wheelchair users with assistance.
Dive into the heart of Brussels City Hall and let yourself be transported through the centuries with an interactive experience. From the moment you arrive at the Grand Place, you’ll be captivated by the imposing silhouette of this iconic building, a true gem of flamboyant Gothic architecture.
In 23 steps, through a grand staircase, a precious chamber, or a room well-known to the people of Brussels, this tour will take you from one era to another, tracing nearly six centuries of history. You can explore the City Hall at your own pace with the help of a video guide.
Whether you’re a history enthusiast, an art lover, or a family seeking adventure, a visit to Brussels City Hall is sure to enchant and inspire you.
Discover the Tower of Brussels City Hall and enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view of Brussels. You’ll get an incredible view of Brussels and the grand Christmas tree at the Grand Place!
Note: To access the panorama, you must climb a 200-step spiral staircase from the City Hall courtyard; good physical condition is required.
The City Hall, a magnificent building located at the heart of Winter Wonders and preserving numerous treasures! Heritage in Motion offers you a unique experience to appreciate its splendor. The mayor’s office, the famous wedding hall… all come alive with the acrobatics of Back Pocket! A one-hour show combining history, heritage, and acrobatics. It’s the perfect stop during your visit to Winter Wonders, whether with friends or family.
The show is accessible to all ages and to wheelchair users with assistance.
Winter Vox is also back on weekends: groups (three on Saturday and three on Sunday) perform recitals featuring Christmas carols, gospel, sacred songs, pop, and contemporary music.
Discover the artists in the agenda
During the day, Discursive Mechanisms reveals ancient engraving techniques. At night, the façade takes on another dimension thanks to animations projected onto the building.
This resolutely contemporary composition borrows various references from medieval iconography, comics, pop culture and video games. Produced by Brussels-based engraver Fred Penelle and Franco-Swiss video artist Yannick Jacquet.
Experience an exhilarating moment in or in front of the St. Michael and St. Gudula Cathedral. Winter Wonders offers a dozen concerts of non-denominational music to visitors in search of peace and quiet and a chance to discover the heart of the capital’s church. The programme includes organ, string instruments, carillon and choirs.
What if Snow White were buried under the Bourse? La Compagnie des Rêveurs takes over Bruxella 1238 during the holiday season, from November 29 to January 5! In the heart of the ruins of 13th-century Brussels, dive into an immersive adventure between history and fiction!
“Oh Mirror, my mirror on the wall,
Who has beauty perfect and pure?”
An immersive tour lasting 30 to 45 minutes with the Bruxella 1238 museum.
Creation: Fabien Franchitti
Co-production: La Compagnie des Rêveurs ASBL
Production Manager: Jérôme Dubois
In the Agora, Bourse offers selfie spots, a shop, and a cultural space. This space is open on Wednesday afternoons for children, as well as Friday evenings, Saturday afternoons and evenings, and Sunday afternoons and evenings. At other times, public domain films (in French and English) are shown.
Get your tickets now
On the façade of the Viage, at the corner of Boulevard Anspach and Rue Grétry, an artificial flower display illuminated by a LED garland and a neon sign bearing the name of Viage adds a festive and colorful touch.
Located along the Winter Wonders route between the Bourse and Place De Brouckère, VIAGE CHILL is an ideal stop to warm up and enjoy a good coffee or a gourmet hot chocolate. Throughout the day, enjoy their homemade pastries, gourmet tapas, sandwiches, and a variety of drinks.
Don’t miss this magical experience: indulge in seasonal flavors and dive into a warm journey at VIAGE CHILL!
Winter Wonders is one of the most beautiful Christmas markets, but this year, “Le Roy d’Espagne” will exceed all expectations by transforming its hidden spaces into a true Santa’s Kingdom. Visitors, both young and old, will have the chance to enjoy a unique experience, exploring the restaurant’s secret nooks and discovering enchanting surprises around every corner.
The beautifully decorated rooms immerse guests in an enchanting journey towards Santa’s Land, symbolizing a deeper and deeper immersion into the magic of Christmas. Each stage of the visit represents a part of this journey, with specific decor and ambiance that enhance the feeling of leaving the ordinary world to enter a magical realm. At Christmas Fairies, it’s not just a festive tour; it’s also a magical place where you can enjoy a drink while taking in the best view of the Grand Place in Brussels. Let yourself be transported into a fairy-tale atmosphere, perfect for capturing memories with Santa and experiencing an unforgettable moment.
Le Continental, located on the historic Place De Brouckère, transforms for the holiday season into an essential cultural and festive space celebrating Brussels’ creativity.
This multicultural venue offers a local creative market spread over four floors, with a cozy bar-cafe on the ground floor. For the winter season, in addition to its usual selection of craft beers and local drinks, the bar-cafe will offer seasonal delights such as gourmet hot chocolate, spiced mulled wine, and comforting soups.
With its market, Le Continental highlights local craftsmanship from Friday to Sunday, offering a unique experience. You’ll find upcycled creations, screen printing, second-hand items, handmade crafts, and even tattoo and beauty studios.
From December 13 to 15, 2024, don’t miss Continental’s Christmas market, where an even larger number of Brussels artists and artisans will enrich the festive offering with original creations, perfect for your Christmas gifts.
Discover the winter wonderland at the Winter Bar at Plein Publiek BXL. A cozy spot where you can warm up with a cup of mulled wine, enjoy traditional juniper gin, and savor hot drinks that chase away the cold.
Indulge in classic Belgian waffles or a hearty hot dog while soaking up the festive atmosphere. Perfect for gathering with friends or simply enjoying a winter moment, the Winter Bar is a cozy escape where you can enjoy delicious seasonal treats.
Like other photographers such as Steve McCurry and Ralph Gibson, Elliott Erwitt (1928-2023) shaped the second half of the twentieth century with elegance and talent.
This retrospective—which attracted 300,000 visitors in Paris and Lyon—at the Grand Place is truly exceptional, structured around a dozen themes defined by the artist himself. It allows a family audience to discover the unique sensitivity and sharp, witty perspective of Elliott Erwitt on the world.
Elliott Erwitt: Retrospective, the last exhibition conceived during the artist’s lifetime, presents 215 black-and-white and color photographs that form a coherent and touching journey from 1949 to the 2000s—a feel-good exhibition par excellence!
Learn more about the Brussels Card and the Art Nouveau Pass.
The Brussels Card is a city pass that gives you free access to 48 museums in Brussels!
Enjoy a hassle-free stay while saving money with the many discounts and options offered by the Brussels Card. The Art Nouveau Pass opens the doors to 9 iconic Art Nouveau sites in Brussels. This pass is valid for 9 months, allowing you to explore the gems of our architectural heritage.
Located just a stone’s throw from the fountain, this unique museum displays almost 150 exceptional outfits by Brussels’ most famous inhabitant. They come from all over the world, featuring trades, personalities, civic or sporting associations, and not forgetting carnivals and folklore. Every year, more than twenty new costumes are donated to enrich the wardrobe, which now boasts more than 1100 of them! Young and old alike can test their dexterity by dressing up the ketje! It’s not as easy as you’d think: it’s a real job!
Discover our magnificent Pop-Up window dedicated to the festive season!
For more information: www.mannekenpis.brussels/en/la-garde-robe
Gladys Sauvage built her lace loom specifically for La Centrale | vitrine. Designing and building her work tool is a way for the artist to reappropriate this knowhow.
She became one with her lace loom, like an extension of her hands. Through this old-fashioned, slow-gesture technique, Gladys Sauvage questions the concept of mass production and profitability.
More info via La Centrale.
Located on the most beautiful square in the world in a true architectural jewel, the Museum of the City of Brussels tells the story of our capital through its rich collections. Paintings, tapestries, ceramics, engravings, models, maps and plans Made in Brussels. On the first floor, the Espace Parenthèse invites you to discover capsule exhibitions presenting some of the pieces taken out of storage.
On the top floor, a room reveals the development, transformations and behind-the-scenes of the Grand-Place, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1998. To round out your visit, don’t forget to admire the original statue of Manneken-Pis!
Dive into the heart of Brussels City Hall and let yourself be transported through the centuries with an interactive experience. From the moment you arrive at the Grand Place, you’ll be captivated by the imposing silhouette of this iconic building, a true gem of flamboyant Gothic architecture.
In 23 steps, through a grand staircase, a precious chamber, or a room well-known to the people of Brussels, this tour will take you from one era to another, tracing nearly six centuries of history. You can explore the City Hall at your own pace with the help of a video guide.
Whether you’re a history enthusiast, an art lover, or a family seeking adventure, a visit to Brussels City Hall is sure to enchant and inspire you.
Discover the Tower of Brussels City Hall and enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view of Brussels. You’ll get an incredible view of Brussels and the grand Christmas tree at the Grand Place!
Note: To access the panorama, you must climb a 200-step spiral staircase from the City Hall courtyard; good physical condition is required.
Winter Vox is also back on weekends: groups (three on Saturday and three on Sunday) perform recitals featuring Christmas carols, gospel, sacred songs, pop, and contemporary music.
Discover the artists in the agenda
During the day, Discursive Mechanisms reveals ancient engraving techniques. At night, the façade takes on another dimension thanks to animations projected onto the building.
This resolutely contemporary composition borrows various references from medieval iconography, comics, pop culture and video games. Produced by Brussels-based engraver Fred Penelle and Franco-Swiss video artist Yannick Jacquet.
Experience an exhilarating moment in or in front of the St. Michael and St. Gudula Cathedral. Winter Wonders offers a dozen concerts of non-denominational music to visitors in search of peace and quiet and a chance to discover the heart of the capital’s church. The programme includes organ, string instruments, carillon and choirs.
What if Snow White were buried under the Bourse? La Compagnie des Rêveurs takes over Bruxella 1238 during the holiday season, from November 29 to January 5! In the heart of the ruins of 13th-century Brussels, dive into an immersive adventure between history and fiction!
“Oh Mirror, my mirror on the wall,
Who has beauty perfect and pure?”
An immersive tour lasting 30 to 45 minutes with the Bruxella 1238 museum.
Creation: Fabien Franchitti
Co-production: La Compagnie des Rêveurs ASBL
Production Manager: Jérôme Dubois
In the Agora, Bourse offers selfie spots, a shop, and a cultural space. This space is open on Wednesday afternoons for children, as well as Friday evenings, Saturday afternoons and evenings, and Sunday afternoons and evenings. At other times, public domain films (in French and English) are shown.
Get your tickets now
On the façade of the Viage, at the corner of Boulevard Anspach and Rue Grétry, an artificial flower display illuminated by a LED garland and a neon sign bearing the name of Viage adds a festive and colorful touch.
Located along the Winter Wonders route between the Bourse and Place De Brouckère, VIAGE CHILL is an ideal stop to warm up and enjoy a good coffee or a gourmet hot chocolate. Throughout the day, enjoy their homemade pastries, gourmet tapas, sandwiches, and a variety of drinks.
Don’t miss this magical experience: indulge in seasonal flavors and dive into a warm journey at VIAGE CHILL!
Winter Wonders is one of the most beautiful Christmas markets, but this year, “Le Roy d’Espagne” will exceed all expectations by transforming its hidden spaces into a true Santa’s Kingdom. Visitors, both young and old, will have the chance to enjoy a unique experience, exploring the restaurant’s secret nooks and discovering enchanting surprises around every corner.
The beautifully decorated rooms immerse guests in an enchanting journey towards Santa’s Land, symbolizing a deeper and deeper immersion into the magic of Christmas. Each stage of the visit represents a part of this journey, with specific decor and ambiance that enhance the feeling of leaving the ordinary world to enter a magical realm. At Christmas Fairies, it’s not just a festive tour; it’s also a magical place where you can enjoy a drink while taking in the best view of the Grand Place in Brussels. Let yourself be transported into a fairy-tale atmosphere, perfect for capturing memories with Santa and experiencing an unforgettable moment.
Le Continental, located on the historic Place De Brouckère, transforms for the holiday season into an essential cultural and festive space celebrating Brussels’ creativity.
This multicultural venue offers a local creative market spread over four floors, with a cozy bar-cafe on the ground floor. For the winter season, in addition to its usual selection of craft beers and local drinks, the bar-cafe will offer seasonal delights such as gourmet hot chocolate, spiced mulled wine, and comforting soups.
With its market, Le Continental highlights local craftsmanship from Friday to Sunday, offering a unique experience. You’ll find upcycled creations, screen printing, second-hand items, handmade crafts, and even tattoo and beauty studios.
From December 13 to 15, 2024, don’t miss Continental’s Christmas market, where an even larger number of Brussels artists and artisans will enrich the festive offering with original creations, perfect for your Christmas gifts.
Discover the winter wonderland at the Winter Bar at Plein Publiek BXL. A cozy spot where you can warm up with a cup of mulled wine, enjoy traditional juniper gin, and savor hot drinks that chase away the cold.
Indulge in classic Belgian waffles or a hearty hot dog while soaking up the festive atmosphere. Perfect for gathering with friends or simply enjoying a winter moment, the Winter Bar is a cozy escape where you can enjoy delicious seasonal treats.
Like other photographers such as Steve McCurry and Ralph Gibson, Elliott Erwitt (1928-2023) shaped the second half of the twentieth century with elegance and talent.
This retrospective—which attracted 300,000 visitors in Paris and Lyon—at the Grand Place is truly exceptional, structured around a dozen themes defined by the artist himself. It allows a family audience to discover the unique sensitivity and sharp, witty perspective of Elliott Erwitt on the world.
Elliott Erwitt: Retrospective, the last exhibition conceived during the artist’s lifetime, presents 215 black-and-white and color photographs that form a coherent and touching journey from 1949 to the 2000s—a feel-good exhibition par excellence!
Learn more about the Brussels Card and the Art Nouveau Pass.
The Brussels Card is a city pass that gives you free access to 48 museums in Brussels!
Enjoy a hassle-free stay while saving money with the many discounts and options offered by the Brussels Card. The Art Nouveau Pass opens the doors to 9 iconic Art Nouveau sites in Brussels. This pass is valid for 9 months, allowing you to explore the gems of our architectural heritage.
Located just a stone’s throw from the fountain, this unique museum displays almost 150 exceptional outfits by Brussels’ most famous inhabitant. They come from all over the world, featuring trades, personalities, civic or sporting associations, and not forgetting carnivals and folklore. Every year, more than twenty new costumes are donated to enrich the wardrobe, which now boasts more than 1100 of them! Young and old alike can test their dexterity by dressing up the ketje! It’s not as easy as you’d think: it’s a real job!
Discover our magnificent Pop-Up window dedicated to the festive season!
For more information: www.mannekenpis.brussels/en/la-garde-robe
Gladys Sauvage built her lace loom specifically for La Centrale | vitrine. Designing and building her work tool is a way for the artist to reappropriate this knowhow.
She became one with her lace loom, like an extension of her hands. Through this old-fashioned, slow-gesture technique, Gladys Sauvage questions the concept of mass production and profitability.
More info via La Centrale.
Located on the most beautiful square in the world in a true architectural jewel, the Museum of the City of Brussels tells the story of our capital through its rich collections. Paintings, tapestries, ceramics, engravings, models, maps and plans Made in Brussels. On the first floor, the Espace Parenthèse invites you to discover capsule exhibitions presenting some of the pieces taken out of storage.
On the top floor, a room reveals the development, transformations and behind-the-scenes of the Grand-Place, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1998. To round out your visit, don’t forget to admire the original statue of Manneken-Pis!
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