February in Brussels is the heart of winter… but also a very lively month: the Carnival holidays fall right in the middle, the days are still short, it’s cold, and we want more than ever indoor outings, immersive exhibitions, team games and evening shows. It’s a good time to take a breather between two school reports, plan a weekend with the family, a day during the holidays or even an evening without the children. On this page, we have gathered for you our best ideas for activities to do in February in Brussels – outings to book directly on our website, suitable for children, teenagers… and parents.
🔊 From January 26 to February 1, 2026: The Week of Sound
Sound festival in several Brussels venues: workshops, installations, concerts, screenings… to raise awareness among young and old alike about listening and the quality of the sound environment. All events are free.
📅 When : Monday, January 26 to Sunday, February 1, 2026
📍 Where : in different places in Brussels (Flagey, cultural centres, partner venues, etc.)
💶 Price : free, by reservation for certain events
👨 👦 👩 👧 For whom : families, curious teenagers, music lovers, lovers of sound experiences
🥞 2 February: Celebrating Candlemas with the family
Pancake parties at home or an outing to one of the best creperies in Brussels: the perfect opportunity to talk about Brittany, pancake batter, sweet and savory fillings… and to enjoy each other together.
📅 When : Sunday, February 2, 2026
📍 Where : at home or at your neighborhood creperies/breweries
💶 Price : pancake budget at home or restaurant bill
👨 👦 👩 👧 For whom : families with children of all ages, teenagers with food, grandparents included
🎨 4 to 8 February: Affordable Art Fair Brussels 2026
The great contemporary art fair “at affordable prices”: more than 85 Belgian and international galleries, thousands of paintings, photos, sculptures… Lively atmosphere, lots of colors, ideal with teenagers or curious children.
📅 When : Wednesday, February 4 to Sunday, February 8, 2026.
📍 Where : Tour & Taxis, Avenue du Port 86c / Rue Picard 3, 1000 Brussels.
💶 Price : paid tickets (prices and possible discounts to be checked on the Affordable Art Fair ticket office).
👨 👦 👩 👧 For whom : families with older children, teenagers, art lovers.
🎭 February 5 to 14: It Takes a City
Biennial festival of dance, theatre and performances, supported by several major Brussels houses (Atelier 210, Kaaitheater, Les Halles, Beursschouwburg…). Cutting-edge programming, more for adults and older teenagers.
📅 When : Thursday, February 5 to Saturday, February 14, 2026
📍 Where : in several partner theatres and venues in Brussels
💶 Price : paid tickets, depending on the shows and venues (see venue ticket offices)
👨 👦 👩 👧 For whom : adults, older teenagers who love dance and the performing arts
🎻 February 11 to 15, 2026: FestiVita! Brussels Early Music Festival
An early music festival in the private rooms of the Cercle Royal Gaulois: fifteen concerts, a ball, a banquet, in a prestigious setting in the Royal Park. Rather a “parents” outing or with music-loving teenagers.
📅 When : February 11-15, 2026.
📍 Where : Cercle Royal Gaulois, rue de la Loi 5, 1000 Brussels (Royal Park).
💶 Price : from €5 depending on the concerts.
👨 👦 👩 👧 For whom : adults, couples, teenagers who are fans of classical / baroque music.
🎹 From 11 to 15 February 2026: Flagey Piano Days
For five days, Flagey devotes itself to the piano in all its forms: recitals, jazz, conferences, exhibitions, with world-renowned artists and young talents.
📅 When : February 11-15, 2026.
📍 Where : Flagey, Place Sainte-Croix, 1050 Ixelles.
💶 Price : tickets per concert, discounts possible (“subscription à la carte” formula from 4 concerts).
👨 👦 👩 👧 For whom : adults, music-loving teenagers, music-loving families.
💡From 12 to 15 February: Bright Brussels, the festival of lights
💡 12 to 15 February: Bright Brussels – light festival (city centre)
The Brussels Light Trail for its 10th edition: artistic and interactive installations, Bright Brussels Market, kids’ area, food, all in the evening in the centre. A free night walk, very photogenic and perfect for the family.
📅 When : from Thursday 12 to Sunday 15 February 2026, from 6.30 pm to 11 pm.
📍 Where : Brussels centre (route between the Parc de Bruxelles and the Monnaie district).
💶 Price : free.
👨 👦 👩 👧 For whom : families, children from ~5 years old, teenagers, photography and light lovers.
🎬 From February 20 to March 1: Anima Festival
The great international animation film festival in Brussels: ten days of screenings, previews, short films, workshops and screenings for young audiences during the Carnival holidays.
📅 When : Friday, February 20 to Sunday, March 1, 2026.
📍 Where : mainly in Flagey (Ixelles) + other partner venues in Brussels.
💶 Price : tickets per session, reduced rates for children / families (details on animafestival.be).
👨 👦 👩 👧 For whom : families, children, teenagers, cartoon fans.
📸 Until 22 February: PhotoBrussels Festival
More than 50 photo exhibitions in the city’s galleries and cultural venues, with more than 100 artists. A great idea with older children or teenagers: choose 1 or 2 places, walk around and finish with a hot chocolate.
📅 When : until Sunday, February 22, 2026
📍 Where : partner galleries, museums and art centres in Brussels
💶 Price : mostly free, some places paid
👨 👦 👩 👧 For whom : families with tweens/teens, photography enthusiasts and urban walks
🛍️ Sunday 22 February: VODDEMET Brussels Flea Market
A large flea market / covered vintage market at the Tour & Taxis Ferry Station: clothes, retro objects, vinyls, decoration… Friendly and family atmosphere, perfect for a sheltered winter walk.
📅 When : Sunday, February 22, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
📍 Where : Gare Maritime, Tour & Taxis, Rue Picard 7, 1000 Brussels.
💶 Price : free admission (purchase according to your finds on site).
👨 👦 👩 👧 For whom : families, teenagers, vintage and second-hand lovers.
🕯️ Friday 27 February 2026 – Candlelight Concerts in Brussels
Candlelight evening at Mix Brussels: tribute concerts to Queen and Charles Aznavour, in a candlelit room. Rather for adults or romantic / with friends.
📅 When : Friday, February 27, 2026 (multiple evening slots)
📍 Where : Mix Brussels, Brussels
💶 Price : from around €20–23 depending on the concert and category
👨 👦 👩 👧 For whom : adults, couples, music-loving friends (not especially suitable for young children)
🧠 Until February 28, 2026: WOM, World of Mind at Tour & Taxis
A 1,500 m² tour of illusions and sensory experiences: vortex, room of mirrors, trompe-l’oeil, magic demonstrations… Very fun for families, from 6–7 years old, and ideal in bad weather.
📅 When : open all year round – in February, every day during school holidays and Tuesday to Sunday outside holidays (10am–6pm)
📍 Where : WOM – World of Mind, Tour & Taxis (Shed 4 bis / Rue Picard, 1000 Brussels)
💶 Price : paid tickets (variable rates, to be checked on the WOM ticket office)
👨 👦 👩 👧 For whom : all audiences; Perfect from 6–7 years old, families, groups of friends, lovers of science and illusion games
Apart from the major festivals and one-off events, you can count on the permanent activities offered on Familin Brussels to occupy your weekends: the virtual reality missions Asterix: Mission Potions at Virtual Room, the high-tech team adventure of Challenge Lab (a real video game in real life in the city centre), immersive experiences such as the MOIR – Museum of Infinite Realities or WOM, the journey of illusions and magic, without forgetting the evening outings such as the shows (jazz, flamenco, comedy…).
