From August 25 to 29, head to Brussels’ Parc Royal every afternoon for Boterhammen in het Park, AB’s free festival of Dutch-language music. Enjoy a picnic in the grass, discover artists like Guido Belcanto, Emma Bale, Prins S. en de Geit and LUNA, and soak in the laid-back summer vibe at the heart of the city.

But why stop there? With a museumPASSmusées, you can turn your day in Brussels into a full cultural experience. Just a short walk from the festival grounds, you’ll find some of the city’s most beautiful museums and exhibitions - perfect to kick off or end your summer outing.

Our top 3 museums within walking distance:

Bozar

Until August 31, visit the large-scale solo exhibition Khorós by Belgian artist Berlinde De Bruyckere, showcasing 25 years of work in dialogue with pieces by Lucas Cranach, Patti Smith and Pasolini. The show touches on themes of suffering, beauty, transience and hope. Also at BOZAR: BOZAR Monumental, a playful architectural installation by Michael Beutler, built with recycled materials and designed to be explored.

MIM – Musical Instruments Museum

Housed in a stunning art nouveau building, MIM boasts a world-class collection of musical instruments. From the world’s oldest saxophone to ornate harpsichords and folk instruments from around the globe - spread across four floors. Don’t forget to take in the breathtaking rooftop view over Brussels.

BELvue Museum

Curious about Belgium’s history? This museum right next to the park offers a fresh perspective on the country through key objects, immersive audio and interactive displays.

With the museumPASSmusées, you can visit over 260 museums across Belgium as often as you like. Ideal for a culture break before, between or after two summer concerts.
Discover more summer culture tips on the museumPASSmusées summer page.