What’s on 6-12 Feb 2025
⭐ This Week's Top Picks
Brussels Jazz Orchestra & Richard Bona. A world-class jazz orchestra joins forces with Grammy-winning bassist and singer Richard Bona for a fusion of African grooves and orchestral brilliance.
Bob Uit Zuid <Breaking Waves> Dutch hip-hop with old-school MPC beats and witty lyrics, perfect for a fun and energetic night out.
Atelier Matinée. A creative play, craft, and discovery morning for kids in the Concertgebouw, ideal for families looking for a relaxed yet engaging Sunday morning activity.
🎨 🎻 🧺 Art, Music & Markets
Brussels Jazz Orchestra & Richard Bona. “Brussels Jazz Orchestra joins forces with Grammy-winning bassist and singer Richard Bona, known for collaborations with Herbie Hancock, Sting, and Quincy Jones. Expect a mesmerizing fusion of African grooves, virtuoso basslines, and the orchestra’s powerful sound.” Tickets: €12-32. 7 Feb, 20:00. Koninklijke Stadsschouwburg - Vlamingstraat 29. https://www.ccbrugge.be/agenda/4323//brussels-jazz-orchestra-richard-bona
Swing Time Society Big Band. “Tequila, Bossa, and Funky Cha-Cha set the stage for an electrifying double concert by Swing Time Society at Magdalenazaal! Expect a rich mix of smooth bossa nova, lively swing, funk, and fiery Cha-Cha-Cha. With nearly 60 years of history, this renowned big band delivers a spectacular performance featuring the greatest hits of the genre.” Tickets; €20. 8 Feb, 20:00, 9 Feb, 16:00. MaZ - Magdalenastraat 27.
https://www.ccbrugge.be/agenda/4490/tequila-bossa-and-funky-cha-cha/swing-time-society-big-band
Exhibition: 600 Years of Anselm Adornes. Anselm Adornes (1424–1483) was a prominent merchant, diplomat, and knight from Bruges. Of Genoese descent, he played a key role in international trade and politics, serving as an envoy for the Dukes of Burgundy. Adornes is best known for his pilgrimage to Jerusalem and his involvement in religious and cultural projects, including the construction of the Jerusalem Chapel in Bruges, inspired by the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. His life reflects the dynamic exchange between commerce, diplomacy, and devotion in medieval Europe. A standard ticket costs €10. Until 1 Mar. Adornesdomein & Jeruzalemkapel (Peperstraat 3). https://www.adornes.org/en-home
“Trespassers”. Diego Latruwe's exhibition features digital animation, installations, and graphic works exploring our desires and the boundaries they encounter. “His incorporation of 3D printing and scanning blurs the lines between reality and virtuality”. FREE. Until 7 Feb. The central mural piece can be viewed until 20 Jun. Exporuimte Biekorf (Sint-Jakobsstraat 8).
https://www.ccbrugge.be/agenda/4366/trespassers/diego-latruwe
James Ensor: 75 years after his death. The Groeningemuseum (Dijver 12) is hosting a collection presentation dedicated to James Ensor, 75 years after the artist's death. The Groeningemuseum is also home to "Ensor: Master on paper". This separate exhibition showcases Ensor's artistic talent through drawings and etchings, highlighting his grotesque and macabre imagery, including masks and skeletons. Museum ticket prices are up to €15, children under 13 go FREE. This Ensor exhibition will run at the Groeninge until 18 Feb. https://www.visitbruges.be/en/whats-on/events-calendar/ensor-master-paper
Weekly markets. The Saturday market (8 Feb) will be on ‘t Zand and the market on Wednesday (12 Feb) will be on the Grote Markt/Burg.
🎬 🎭 Stage, Screen, and Scene
Cinema. Cinema Lumière (Sint-Jakobsstraat 36) will be showing a variety of films over the next week. These include Paddington in Peru, The Brutalist, Maria, Conclave, Babygirl and The Room Next Door. Ticket prices are up to €12, with a family film option before 16:30 costing €9. Visit the cinema’s website for films, timings and bookings: https://lumiere-brugge.be/agenda-lumiere-brugge/
Kinepolis (Koning Albert l-laan 200) will offer films over the coming week including Paddington in Peru, Wicked, Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy, Sing Sing, Gladiator II and Mufasa: The Lion King. A standard ticket costs €14,10. Visit https://kinepolis.be/nl/nl/movies/overview/ for more information and bookings.
⚽ Game On: Sports & Recreation
Football fans visiting Bruges can watch the city’s two world famous clubs, Brugge KSV (“Club Brugge”) and Cercle Brugge KSV (“Cercle Brugge”) play during the season at the city’s Jan Breydel stadium (Koning Leopold III-laan 50). Club Brugge will play OH Leuven in the Jupiler Pro League, 8 Feb, 16:00. The local side will also meet Atalanta (Bergamasca Calcio) in a UEFA Champions League match, 12 Feb, 18:45. https://tickets.clubbrugge.be/
🍻🎶 Bruges After Dark: Nightlife
Bob Uit Zuid <Breaking Waves> “Bob Uit Zuid is a hip-hop musician from Amsterdam. He loves old school MPC beats and cutting Dutch-language raps. If you like hearing The Beastie Boys, but want to relate a bit more, Bob Uit Zuid is at the right place. His lyrics about carp fishing, curling, his own factory in the Ruhr and Café de Bok are taken from the daily life of a millennial from the low countries. They also deal with current topics such as earning money fast, driving around in a Volvo and the art of writing.” Tickets: €11-14. 12 Feb, 19:30. Cactus Music Centre, Bargeweg 10. https://www.cactusmusic.be/NL/Concerten/Kalender/bob-uit-zuid
Django Chutney. The Brighton-based gypsy-jazz trio Django Chutney is coming to present their debut album. With their blend of three-part vocal harmonies and a love for the manouche guitar, expect top-tier jazz, blues, and folk with a bold nod to Django Reinhardt. FREE. 11 Feb, 20:30. Snuffelhostel, Ezelstraat 42. https://snuffel.be/events/django-chutney/
🌈 Family Fun: Events & Adventures
The Music of the Lord of the Rings. Experience the majestic music from J.R.R.Tolkien’s masterpiece ‘Lord of the Rings’. Tickets: €5-50. 6 Feb, 20:00. Stadsschouwburg Brugge, Vlamingstraat 29.
The Music of the Lord of the Rings. Tribute to Howard Shore by Mystery Ensemble — Red Events World
Expo Bodyworlds. Visit this award-winning exhibition showcasing real, plasticised human bodies. Explore the functions, development, and resilience of the human body while learning about the effects of diseases and lifestyle choices. Tickets: €15-19. Until 25 Mar. Site Oud Sint Jan, Mariastraat 38. https://bodyworlds.be
Atelier Matinée", Concertgebouw (Concert hall). The entrance hall of the Concertgebouw transforms into a play, craft, and discovery zone on (almost) every Sunday morning. FREE, next on 9 Feb, 09:30. https://www.concertgebouw.be/nl/atelier-matinee-en-workshops
Concertgebouw tours. The concert hall also offers tours of its architecture and (sound) art exhibition. https://www.concertgebouw.be/nl/concertgebouw-circuit Guided tours are available on some days (including 8 Feb, 9 Feb and 12 Feb). Tickets: €6-12, FREE for children under 6. Concertgebouw ('t Zand 34.) https://ticketshop.ticketmatic.com/concertgebouw/shop
🌤️🌧️ Weather
Bruges is expected to experience typical winter conditions over the coming week. Daytime highs will range between 4°C and 7°C, while nighttime lows will be between -1°C and 3°C. Anticipate a mix of overcast skies and occasional sunshine, with light rain possible on some days. It's advisable to dress warmly and carry an umbrella to stay comfortable during this period.
Find latest forecasts covering Bruges at: https://www.meteo.be/en/belgium