Festivals in Brussels

Brussels Festivals and Events

From the medieval splendour of Ommegang to the laid-back vibe of the Brussels Jazz Marathon to the kitsch of the Scarecrow Festival, welcome to 2camels' special take on the fiestas, fairs, celebrations, holidays, carnivals and festivals of Brussels.

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Article Title: Medieval Pageantry Lives On

Festival Name: Ommegang

Festival Country: Belgium

Festival Type(s): Medieval, Historical, Re-enactments

Brussels' Grand Place is packed with spectators, including the Royal Family and their guests, for the annual Ommegang, or 'walk about' in Dutch, the major annual event in the city since 1549. Although historians believe it began as a religious ritual in the 14th Century, the huge parade and festival is now devoid of religious connotations and focuses on local folklore and heritage.

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