Top 7 festivals in Belgium: Immerse yourself in unique cultural colors with Vietravel

From peaceful medieval towns to bustling squares, Belgium always knows how to captivate visitors with its vibrant festival atmosphere. Each event is a picture that reflects the spirit of freedom, creativity and love of art of the people here. Let's explore the top 7 festivals in Belgium with Vietravel, to see that a trip to Belgium is not just a trip, but also a journey to find profound cultural values.

1. Carnival de Binche Festival

Carnival de Binche – one of the oldest and most unique masquerade festivals in Europe (Photo source: Collected)

When it comes to festivals in Belgium, we cannot miss Carnival de Binche - one of the oldest and most unique masquerade festivals in Europe, recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

Held in the town of Binche each year in February, the festival recreates the spirit of the 14th century with hundreds of people dressed as legendary figures called “Gilles”. Dressed in colorful costumes, they wear white wax masks, dance in the middle of the street and throw citrus fruits at the audience as a wish for good luck.

Not only a cultural event, Carnival de Binche is also the pride of the Belgian people - a symbol of solidarity, creativity and joy of life. Vietravel visitors when attending will feel the jubilant atmosphere, where the whole town seems to awaken with the sound of drums, music and festival colors.

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2. Carpet of Flowers Festival

Every two years, a giant "flower carpet" appears in the middle of Grand Place (Photo source: Collected)

Every two years, a giant “carpet of flowers” ​​made of hundreds of thousands of begonias appears in the middle of the Grand Place – a UNESCO world heritage site. This is the Carpet of Flowers festival, one of the most popular festivals in Belgium.

It takes artisans months to design and in just a few hours, the 70-meter-long carpet is completed, creating a spectacular scene. When the sun shines down, the shimmering petals transform the Grand Place into a vibrant, colorful painting.

Joining the festival with Vietravel, you will not only admire the beauty of nature but also feel the delicate love of art of the Belgian people, who always know how to turn flowers into symbols of national pride.

3. Leuven Beer Festival

Belgian Beer Weekend, a big event honoring Belgium's famous brewing culture (Photo source: Collected)

Nowhere else embodies the spirit of Belgian tourism more than the city of Leuven – the capital of beer. Every summer, tens of thousands of beer lovers from all over the world flock here to attend the Belgian Beer Weekend, a major event celebrating Belgium’s renowned brewing culture.

At the festival, visitors can enjoy more than 500 different beers, from golden ales, barley beers to light, sweet fruit beers. Colorful stalls, lively music and a bustling atmosphere make Leuven a beer connoisseur's paradise.

The journey to discover festivals in Belgium with Vietravel is not only an opportunity to enjoy the unique beer flavor but also an opportunity to learn about the history, spirit and passion of the people for this "national spirit" drink.

4. Ghent Light Festival

Ghent city is bright again during the Ghent Light Festival (Photo source: Collected)

Every two years, in February, the city of Ghent lights up during the Ghent Light Festival. Ancient buildings, churches and cobblestone streets are transformed by the talented hands of international light artists, creating a magical world.

Walking in the heart of the city, you will see buildings shining in purple, yellow or blue, reflecting on the water, like a dream in real life. This is a great moment to capture memorable photos during your Vietravel Belgium tour.

The festival not only celebrates contemporary art but also evokes pride in the historical heritage of the city of Ghent, where light becomes the thread connecting the past and the present.

5. Brussels Ommegang Festival

Ommegang is a festival in Belgium with a strong royal influence (Photo source: Collected)

Ommegang is a royal Belgian festival held in Brussels in early July every year. It recreates the 16th-century visit of Emperor Charles V, with over 1,400 people dressed as nobles, knights and peasants parading through the Grand Place.

The whole city seems to return to the Middle Ages with musical performances, folk games and sparkling fireworks. When joining Vietravel, visitors will feel the solemn but exciting atmosphere, where history is vividly recreated in every step of the parade.

6. Gentse Feesten Festival

Gentse Feesten is definitely your most memorable experience (Photo source: Collected)

If you love the bustling festival atmosphere, Gentse Feesten is definitely the most memorable experience. Taking place over 10 days in July in the city of Ghent, this is one of the largest festivals in Belgium, attracting hundreds of thousands of international visitors.

The city turns into a giant stage with hundreds of music, circus, puppetry and street art performances. Every street corner is a small stage, every sound is a note of freedom and creativity. Joining Gentse Feesten with Vietravel, visitors will feel the youthful rhythm of life in Belgium - a country that knows how to honor art, joy and sharing.

7. Brussels Chocolate Festival

Salon du Chocolat Brussels is the clearest proof of the popularity of Belgian chocolate (Image source: Collected)

Belgium is known as the “chocolate paradise”, and the Salon du Chocolat Brussels is the clearest proof. The festival takes place in the fall, bringing together hundreds of famous chocolate brands, artisans and chefs to showcase their sweetest creations.

Here, visitors can taste all kinds of chocolate, from traditional to modern, or admire costumes made entirely from chocolate. The sweet, delicate and luxurious atmosphere awakens all the senses.

For Vietravel Belgium tour, this is the perfect experience to end the trip, where visitors can enjoy the sweet taste and feel the endless creative spirit of Belgian people.

Belgium is not a very large country, but each season and each city brings its own color. Festivals in Belgium are not only an occasion for fun but also a journey connecting people with heritage, art and national pride. Let's join Vietravel to enter the world of festivals - where music, light, flowers and chocolate flavors blend together, creating a wonderful symphony of a small but vibrant country in the heart of Europe.

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