Enjoy Taptoe Brugge, a whirling musical spectacle of sound, colour and light on the beautiful and historic market square. Dance the evening away as Fiesta Latino starts this weekend. A visit to the Brugse Zandfeesten, the largest antique and flea markets in Flanders this summer is a must! Start the summer holidays with a visit to wonderful Bruges! Book now!

Soak up Feest in ‘t Park a free annual global festival focusing on music, encounters, sustainability and children’s fun. Enjoy a concert evening of Flemish musical heritage with a wide audience appeal performed by the Ryelandt Trio. Go jammin’ with reggae artists, Roots Explosion, Forward Fever and Kologne. Start your summer with a splash for free with the Coupure for an open water swim in the city centre, starting this week. Book your visit now!

Celebrate the 90th birthday of Elvis “The King” Presley together with Bruges resident Steve Ryckier and his big live band. Get moving to the electrifying sound of Arsenal, a staple Belpop group on Belgian festival stages and concert halls for nearly 25 years. Plus there’s the Brugge ¼ Triathlon 2025. Swim, bike, run your way around the iconic beauty of the city. Book your visit now!

Spend an afternoon in tribute to the Queen of Soul at The Aretha Franklin Experience, and an evening with indie rock star Pete Doherty in concert. Dip into (or watch) the Brugge Urban Swim, and follow the pro cyclists compete in the famous Elfstedenronde (Eleven Cities Tour). 

Join the Brugge Pride & Parade event in the centre of the city, jointly organised by Bruges LGBTQIA groups and students of the College of Europe. What are you waiting for? Book now!

Enjoy a concert evening with the Antwerp Symphony Orchestra and young pianists striving to win the prestigious Queen Elisabeth competition. Keeping the legacy of leftfield art-rock from the '80s and '90s alive is Canadian band Cola, and Danny Blue, an alternative indie rock band from Antwerp. And there’s Discover Thailand in Bruges. Immerse yourself in Thai culture and cuisine in the centre of the city. Book your visit now!

This week: American alt-rock icons Throwing Muses perform in Bruges in their first return to Europe since 2011, and there’s a gig with Aussie and local punk bands CLAMM and KLUTTER. Between Two Lights is a Belgian premiere of a moving choral music and physical listening experience illuminating mystical texts. For the fun of the fair, get tickets to ride for the last week of Meifoor. Book your visit now!

Don’t miss The Procession of the Holy Blood, an annual highlight in the Bruges events calendar. There’s also Night Fever, a must-see tribute concert for every Bee Gees lover. For festival goers enjoy Open Air Bloom - festival, a brand-new open air in an atmospheric setting. Book your visit to beautiful Bruges now!

This week: Immerse yourself in Too Many Keys, an ode to minimalism and to the piano in this special concert evening. Be inspired by Atelier in beeld, a big open weekend for visual artists across Flanders and visit their studios. And join the fun of the fair at Meifoor Brugge, a historic folk festival with medieval roots, packed with rides and attractions. Book your visit now!

Don’t miss indie rock star Pete Doherty performing live in Bruges. There’s also Desert of the Real, an eye opening music/VR performance about our place in a changing ecosystem. Or explore the sights of historic Bruges … and its cobbles … in your trainers in the City run! Book your visit now! 

Don’t miss superb music this week from the Kyiv Tango Orchestra and Gustaph, who represented Belgium at the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest. Plus, immerse your imagination at the Monster Hit art exhibition, inspired by children’s monster drawings. Book your visit to Bruges now! 

Get a MOOOVe on this week over to Bruges to take in the MOOOV Film Festival 2025 and watch films you won’t find anywhere else exploring the world through the big screen. It’s Game On! For Bruges’ annual holiday with cultural heritage in Flanders on display. Plus, enjoy one of the city’s fantastic flea markets, learn about millcraft on Open Mills Day this weekend, and so much more. What are you waiting for? Book now!

Planning a trip to Bruges this week? Don’t miss a playful art exhibition by children's illustrator Henk Linskens, a vibrant group show bursting with colour at Polychrome, and a cozy jazz double bill perfect for music-lovers. With a mix of creativity, culture, and atmosphere, there’s something for everyone in Bruges. Book your visit now!

This week in Bruges: Sit among the Brussels Philharmonic orchestra in a unique classical CLUB Surround experience, celebrate Belpop legend, Bobbejaan Schoepen and explore colourful local art at the Polychrome exhibition. Culture and entertainment at its best! Book your visit now!

Sports fans will love the chance to watch the gun being fired for the Tour of Flanders, an annual cycling highlight, live in the Market Square. Plus, there are unmissable concerts, from classical Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony to post-rock with And So I Watch You From Afar. With so much to see and do, book your visit to beautiful Bruges now! 

Gear up for more cycling races this week, with the Great Sprint Classic Brugge-De Panne 2025, as Bruges gears up to fire the gun on the Tour of Flanders on 6 April. On the music scene, don’t miss Dub Revolution Playing Tribute to Idren Natural & Jah Shaka. Plus, visit the Circular Festival Bruges, and listen to makers and companies who focus on reuse, repair, sharing, circular product development or recycling.

Spring is in the air this week across Bruges! Enjoy a concert to your taste, from Stravinsky to music celebrating the Persian New Year. For cycling enthusiasts, don’t miss the Brugge Classic, showcasing the natural beauty and tranquility of the region. Kids will love a treasure hunt for hidden ducklings in the shop windows of Bruges. Book your trip now!

This week the best of Bruges is energetic! From music concerts featuring the best vibes from Gambia and Brazil, to the chance to take part in a team charity run, to expanding your horizons (after Bruges!) at a global travel market, your city visit is sure to give you a boost. Book now!

Choc till you drop … It's a very special weekend for chocolate lovers in Bruges at the largest chocolate festival in Flanders! Discover everything that has to do with chocolate, with a special focus on sustainability. For gaming enthusiasts, there’s Playtime 20.25, a digital arcade experience, with this year’s event focused on gaming as connection and inclusion. Football fans can watch a local derby match between the city’s two world famous teams. Find out more in your Simply Bruges weekly what’s on guide, and book now!

Enjoy a SLOW 36 hours in Bruges, with a series of arts events this weekend where you can stand still, experience and admire beauty around you. Whether it’s music, dance, theatre or exhibitions, Bruges is waiting to give you a memorable visit this week.  Book now!

Have the time of your life this week in Bruges! … Immerse your Soul in an Aretha Franklin tribute experience … in the medieval history of Bruges at the Anselm Adornes exhibition … in local handmade culinary creations … and so much more. Plan your visit to beautiful Bruges now!