11 Spots To Enjoy A Cultural Evening In Brussels

New to the city or maybe just looking for a change in old habits? Whether it be art, theater, music or all of the above, there are many places to partake in the city’s active cultural scene. We’ve rounded up a few spots to make your next outing in the capital an entertaining one.

1. Cinema Galeries

Cinema, Movie Theater

Known for screening art house films, Cinema Galeries offers a diverse program of films and hosts several exhibitions, events, and notable artists for discussions. Keep an eye open for the free opening nights and stay up to date with the different international film festivals that often screen their productions here.

Opening Hours: Mon-Sun 10am-12pm, for full showtime listings see the Cinema Galeries website

2. Sounds Jazz Club

Bar, Nightclub, Italian

Why not spend an evening discovering the Belgian Jazz music scene? Though only one of the more established jazz venues decorating the city, the Sounds Jazz Club is a top choice for a great introduction to the lively jazz scene prominent in the capital. Located in Ixelles, the Sounds Jazz Club provides daily concerts featuring local and international artists to be enjoyed in a comfortable ambiance along with food and drinks.

Opening Hours: Mon-Sat 8pm-4am, concerts Mon-Thur at 9:30pm & Fri-Sat 10pm

3. Recyclart

Bar, Belgian

Deemed an independent art venue, the non-profit organization, Recyclart, is housed in a former railway station; creating the perfect backdrop for an offbeat ambiance mixed with the local cultures and communities of Brussels. The venue itself hosts many socio-cultural projects and performances spanning from photography to urban design and art. A concert hall also welcomes underground bands to display their talents.

Opening Hours: For the full agenda, see the Recyclart website