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Set out for an energizing afternoon micro-adventure in the "Flemish Ardennes". This hilly and scenic region in the West of Belgium. With a small crew of explorers, we’ll hike through lush nature trails, taking in the scenery and challenging ourselves with a sporty pace. Expect winding paths, panoramic views, and plenty of chances to reconnect with nature while enjoying a light but adventurous outing. **RESERVATION OPENS THE WEEK BEFORE THE EVENT** **Practically:** The plan is to meet at a metro station. We car pool from there to Kortrijk region. We will arrive there a bit before lunch, possible we have a coffee and we take of for the hike. The hike is 3 hours walk. You should bring lunch as we have lunch on the trail. After the hike we have a drink and we return to Brussels around 18h. *Car Sharing* PP numbers depend of number of drivers. **Let me know if you need a ride if you offer a car to share.** 10 eur pp for car sharing.

Under the careful guidance of Marga, we will walk through the forest to the nature zone, cross the old race track to the lakes at Groendaal. We will return to our welcome starting point where our table awaits in this very friendly bar, for lunch. https://mapy.com/s/cekucahaba is our route, please confirm lunch, as we can book the right number of places

TIME CHANGE: 11AM! the bus leaves at 11.15am. don't be late Hey all! Let's hike/go for a walk around La Hulpe. What to expect: around 10km walk. What to bring: -it can get muddy on the trail so make sure your SHOES are somewhat waterproof -bring enough water and LUNCH Where: we meet at Flagey to take a bus, if you are coming by car, we can meet directly in la Hulpe.

Forget the tourist crowds of Binche—this Sunday, we’re heading to Nivelles to experience one of Belgium’s oldest and most authentic folklore traditions! Join us as the "City of the Aclots" wakes up to the sound of wooden clogs and brass bands for its 122nd Carnival. We’ll witness the "Cavalcade," see the world-famous Gilles in their towering ostrich-feather hats, and dodge (or catch!) flying oranges. This is the perfect chance to tick off a major Belgian bucket-list item while meeting new people. 🕒 The Plan * 12:00 – Meet & Greet: We’ll meet at Gare du Midi for Brunch together at the Time Off buffet then take the bus to Nivelles from there. * 14:15 – The Grand Cavalcade: We’ll position ourselves to watch the parade depart from the station area. Expect colorful floats, giants, and plenty of music. * 15:15 – The Procession of the Gilles: The main event! Over 700 Gilles and folkloric groups will march toward the Grand-Place. * 16:30 – Tarte al D’jote Tasting: We’ll head to a local bakery or tavern to try the legendary Tarte al D’jote (a savory, cheesy chard tart). It’s been a local tradition since 1218—and it’s "costaud" (strong)! * 18:00 onwards: Drinks in the city center as the party continues. 💡 What to Bring * Old Clothes: Confetti is a given, and orange juice from "flying gifts" might happen. Wear something you don't mind getting a bit messy! * Comfortable Shoes: We’ll be walking and standing on cobblestones. * Cash: Some street stalls for food/drinks may not take cards. 🚆 Getting There * By Bus (no train that day) * By Car: Parking will be difficult in the center. Use the "Parking de délestage" (P+R) on the outskirts of the city and follow the carnival signs. ⚠️ Important Etiquette If a Gille throws an orange at you, it is a gift and a symbol of the coming spring. Do not throw it back—it is considered very disrespectful in Belgian culture! Just catch it, peel it, and enjoy. Ready to experience the real Belgium? RSVP now!

What's up Friends! 👋 
Ready for some bouldering fun? Boulder-what? 🤔 It’s climbing (FR: escalade, le bloc) up to 4.5m high without ropes—and in my case, without much hope! 😂✨ It’s a super fun indoor activity, but be warned: it does require a certain level of physical fitness and/or skill. Most importantly, though, it requires awesome company—which we’ve got! 😎
 The Idea: 📍 Meeting Point: For those arriving at 13:00, we’ll meet at the cafeteria (next to the billiards table). Feel free to start earlier or later—just drop me a message or write in the group chat so we can meet up. 💪 Stay & climb as long as you want - venue closes at midnight! 🥤 Recharge: If you’ve had enough climbing for the day (we usually do this after 2 hours of climbing), we may head back to the cafeteria (or to the rooftop if it's sunny🌤️) for snacks, drinks & games. Cafeteria closes at 22:00. Where: 📍Arkose: (Brussels Canal) Rue Willy de Bruyn Straat 52, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgique 🔗 https://arkose.com/

Fees: 🤑Entry fee without shoes: - 18 eur (first-timers 10€ with online promo activated) - reduced rates: students, minors, job seekers, firefighters, military (proof required) 👟 Shoe Rental: 5€ (if you don’t have your own) 🎫 10-session pass: 150€
 Good to Know: ✍️ First-timers need to create an account (takes 5min) - do it in advance and pay online to pay less and avoid wasting time onsite 💦 Hydration is key! Bring a water bottle. 🔐 Lockers available, but bring your own padlock. 🚿 Changing rooms & showers on-site. 👕 Wear comfy sports clothes—it gets intense! 🧴 Only liquid magnesium is allowed (for grip) - in reality most people use powder🤫 👟 Thinking of going regularly? Bouldering shoes are a great investment! (Decathlon: ~45-65€ per pair.)

⚠️ Safety First! Bouldering is fun, but safety comes first! Stay alert, know your limits, and don’t take unnecessary risks. Enjoy responsibly! 💪 
📢 Further details may be shared via the group chat or via DM 💬. Make sure to check your messages 👀 at least on the day before the event to avoid missing critical 🙄 announcements. 🐈‍⬛ The Friends Code:
👉Respect and positive vibes, if not 💥🥊
👉Can’t make it? Cancel or drop a message in the chat - helps running things smoothly! 👉 Don't show up if you are on the waiting list or show up at your own risk. 
See you at the walls folks😉

Are you into a challenging cold dip and a walk along the confluence of rivers Schelde and Durme? If yes, then this activiy is ideal for you. * **Start**: 12:15-12:30 until +/- 17:15 * Whatsapp for carpool and follow up: ( not necessary to join but can be much easier to connect or find each other): https://chat.whatsapp.com/IYvzkj3sOlF2gZiLalJ1gQ * **Meeting Point**: Openluchtzwembad Hamme ,Sportpleinstraat 1 9220,Hamme,Belgium ( this is an open air swimmingpool) https://maps.app.goo.gl/nbrPBkzuZWZ7wz6o7 * **Icebear Swim:** The event is organised by the Dendermondse Ijsberen ( Icebear's of D'monde). In the morning there are races and at 13:00 is our moment to jump in the pool and enjoy. It's not a serious swim and supporters are also very welcome ( so you don't need to swim if you don't want to but you definitely need to cheer us) **Important: please register your presence under:** https://dendermondse-ijsberen.be/46e-dendermondse-ijsberenfestival/ or https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSedskMiHjwYGYUIZ1a2CUJ-jtRoTqQ325HDBSBEPBxeL3d0-g/viewform The swim costs €5 you can pay online or at the swimmingpool. To bring: bathing suit, towel,slippers, some bravery, hairdryer?, a fun accessory like a swim tube,ring,donut is probably also allowed. Something to eat and drink during the day. * **Walk:** I think we will be ready to walk around 14:00-14:30. From the swimmingpool we will cross the village and head to the Schorren. The distance will be between 8.5K to 11K depending on our mood. The walk is close to the confluence of the rivers Schelde and Durme. The trail is partially (very) muddy, partially paved but in general easy. We will end out walk around 17:00 at the swimmingpool. How to get there: Unfortunately public transportation is cumbersome to the swimmingpool. I recommend to arrive by car and carpool ( IC at 11:25 to Termonde/Dedermonde & bus 91 from D'monde+walk is an option ).

# Back to Pompeii Exhibition Step back in time and dive into ancient Pompeii, frozen by Vesuvius 🌋 The Pompeii exhibition in Brussels invites you to step back in time and dive into the heart of Pompeii, an ancient city frozen in History by the fury of Mount Vesuvius. Discover the daily life of a Pompeian family in immersive settings of exceptional quality. Explore reconstructed Roman homes, artisan workshops and entertainment venues, all recreated with precision and attention to detail. Discover the fascinating archaeological discoveries and poignant human stories unearthed from the ashes. Experience the city’s last tragic moments in a breathtaking show that will leave you speechless. The Pompeii exhibition in Brussels: an unforgettable experience discover a civilisation and its history, its art and its technology… right up to its last day. \*\*Afterwards\*\* → casual drinks together at Brasserie de la Senne (super close, great beers 🍻 – right on the Tour & Taxis site!) \*\*Please only sign up if you’re sure you can make it\*\* – helps avoid waiting 😊 Excited to explore ancient Rome with you! See you there? 🚀 **Practical information** Meeting point at 15:00 Ticket: take it for the slot 15:00-15:30 on [back to Pompeii website](https://tour-taxis.com/events/back-to-pompeii-exhibition-2/) Price = 18,5€ At Shed 4 bis, Tour & Taxis (Brussels). It is located opposite the Food Market and shares an entrance with the WOM. **Access - Public transport** **TRAIN** : Gare du Nord de Bruxelles, à 10 minutes à pied. **MÉTRO** : lignes 2 ou 6 – Arrêt Yser ou Ribaucourt. **TRAM** : lignes 51 ou 93 – Arrêt Sainctelette. **BUS** : lignes 14, 15, 57, 88 ou 89 – Arrêt Tour & Taxis.

Hi Runners, It’s that time of year again! The 20k of Brussels is on the horizon, and there’s no better way to prepare than by hitting the actual course. We are excited to announce our first official preview run of the season. This 15k session is designed to be a "steady and social" effort, allowing us to cover a significant portion of the route while keeping the atmosphere friendly and inclusive, we will hit the infamous Tervuren Avenue incline!! The Details: Meeting Point: Right in front of Cafe To Meli (close to Rond-point Schuman). Sunday, February 22nd at 09:30 AM. Logistics: A bag/jacket drop is available at the cafe, so you can run light and have dry clothes ready for afterward. After-Run: We’ll be grabbing a "cuppa" at the cafe post-run to warm up and chat strategy. This is a great chance to build your base mileage and meet fellow runners before the big day. No need to stress the pace—we're sticking to a comfortable 6:00-6:15 min/km. See you at Schuman! Best, The Brussels Runners Team

**Cinema Flagey : Dit is Belgisch** 22/02 @ 19h15 Esca Felice Ronzon, BE/FR, 2024, 6’41’’ Lights, Haze Tata Managadze, BE/FI/PT/GE, 2024, 8’04’’ Red Meat Eleni Aerts, BE, 2024, 5’50’’ What Are You Looking At? Chen-Yi Liu, BE/TW, 2024, 6’02’’ L’Envol Estelle Chauvier, Léa Chau & Vincent Consten, BE, 2024, 7’35’’ To Be a Seed Julia Granillo Tostado, BE, 2023, 5’47’’ Sphere Supreme Hasan Pastaci, BE/TR, 2024, 5’01’’ Room to Grow Orianne Cambier, BE, 2024, 3’40’’ Presqu’îles Angèle Vergoni & Sarah Vanhoeck, BE, 2024, 5’40’’ JUDY1964 Marie-Hélène Van Thuyne, BE, 2024, 5’10’’ Pubert Jimbob Quirijn Dees, BE, 2024, 15’35’’ Studentenkortfilms in nationale competitie Flagey, Folioscope [Cinema Flagey](https://www.flagey.be/fr/activity/13776-c-est-du-belge-3-dit-is-belgisch-3-courts-metrages-14) **For Dreamers, Coffee shots, Orezza, eau de Saint-Georges !**

**📅 When:** Sunday **22 February 2026**, **11:00–12:15** **📍 Where:** **Yantra Studio**, Rue de la Cuve 16, 1050 Bruxelles (Ixelles) **💶 Price:** €15 (cash on arrival) **👥 Capacity:** 10 participants (small group — beginners welcome) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- En francais plus bas \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- * *Limited to 10 participants — book early!”* ### **🦍 What’s this about?** Ready to move differently? Animal Flow is a fun, ground-based workout that blends **yoga, gymnastics, and functional movement** into fluid, powerful sequences. It improves **mobility, strength, balance, and coordination**—while feeling like play. This intro session is perfect for total beginners. You’ll learn how to: * 🐾 Warm up with **wrist prep** and joint activation * 🦍 Explore **foundational positions** — Ape, Beast & Crab * 🌊 Build a **simple beginner flow** to take home Low-impact, bodyweight-only, and open to everyone. ### **🧘‍♂️ What to bring** * Comfortable clothes * Water * Curiosity and good vibes Please arrive **10 minutes early**. If you have any injuries, just let me know before we start. ### **👋 About your coach** **Stephan — The Happy Body Brussels** Certified movement coach teaching Qigong, Animal Flow, and general fitness across Brussels. Learn more at [www.thehappybody.be](https://www.thehappybody.be/) Follow on Instagram → [@thehappybody.be](https://www.instagram.com/thehappybody.be) #Animal Flow, #Mobility, #Movement, #Bodyweight, #Fitness, #Brussels, #The Happy Body, #Beginners \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ### **🦍 C’est quoi l’Animal Flow ?** Envie de bouger différemment ? L’Animal Flow est une pratique ludique au sol qui mélange **yoga, gymnastique et mouvements fonctionnels**. Elle développe **mobilité, force, équilibre et coordination**, tout en apportant une vraie sensation de fluidité et de liberté corporelle. Cette séance d’introduction est idéale pour les **grands débutants**. Tu apprendras à : * 🐾 Préparer ton corps avec un **échauffement articulaire et des poignets** * 🦍 Explorer les **postures de base** : Ape, Beast & Crab * 🌊 Composer un **petit flow débutant** à reproduire chez toi Accessible, sans impact et 100 % au poids du corps. *** ### **🧘‍♂️ À apporter** * Tenue confortable * Bouteille d’eau * Curiosité et bonne humeur ! Merci d’arriver **10 minutes en avance**. En cas de blessure ou de limitation, préviens simplement avant le cours. *** ### **👋 À propos du coach** **Stephan — The Happy Body Brussels** Coach certifié en mouvement, enseignant le Qigong, l’Animal Flow et le fitness sénior à Bruxelles. 👉 [www.thehappybody.be](https://www.thehappybody.be/) 📸 [instagram.com/thehappybody.be](https://www.instagram.com/thehappybody.be)

Spring is doing its yearly cameo in Brussels, so we’re stealing the good weather for a **small garden BBQ**: grill smoke, laughs, new friends, and language switching mid-sentence like civilized chaos. We’ll mostly keep the conversations centered on food: what you brought, how it’s cooked back home, weird national traditions, and the kind of basic “nice to meet you” talk that works in any language. The goal is easy language practice, meeting new people, and having a good time. Jokes and funny trivia are welcome, as long as you can behave like an adult. This is a **bring & share** setup: you show up with something tasty, you leave with new words, new people, and probably the strong opinion that your country does BBQ better (you’re welcome to defend that position). ### **The vibe** * Backyard BBQ, relaxed and social * Language exchange baked into the night (talk, eat, switch languages, repeat) * Cultural food is strongly encouraged: bring your “this is what we eat at home” item ### **Languages** Host is fluent in **English, Italian, French, Spanish**, and has basics of **Russian, Croatian, Serbian, Japanese**. If you speak anything else, bring it. We collect languages like Pokémon. ### **What to bring (Bring & Share)** * Food + drinks for you **AND** something to share * Bonus points for something from your culture * If you’re bringing veggie stuff, make it something people actually want to eat. ### **If you don’t want to bring food** Message the host in WhatsApp. You can pay a **small fee** instead and still eat like a functional adult. ### **Contribution** **€2 per person** to cover wood/charcoal. Yes, even in 2026 humans still pay for fire. ### **Location (shared privately)** The address is shared **only** with confirmed RSVPs who: 1. Join the CLUB WhatsApp chat 2. Send a quick intro: first name + languages + what you’re into WhatsApp link: https://chat.whatsapp.com/F2hTxZ4TT3hHICiihX1Efy ### **Rules (because humans)** * **Not a dating meetup.** * This is not an “NPC meetup” where everyone tiptoes around like they’re negotiating a hostage release. People can talk freely and share opinions. **No censorship, no tone-policing, no drama farming.** * **No creeps. No harassment. No pushing after a “no.” No weird DMs.** * Respect the host’s home, neighbors, and the group. * If you act shady, you’re out. Simple.

🌟 Hello Yogis and Future Yogis! 🌟 -> New Year = Time to get back on the mat ! :) 🧘‍♀️🧘‍♂️ Whether you're a seasoned Yogi or a complete beginner, come and join us every **SUNDAY MORNING - from 11:00 to 12:15 - for Queer Yoga in Brussels :)** No need to worry if you've never tried Yoga before – everyone is welcome! 🌈 Just bring yourself in some comfy clothes (mats are provided) and let the magic happen :-). 🌿 **Class Details:** * This is an "open event" - for everyone, LGBTQ people and their friends no matter their **gender, age, race, sexual orientation or level of fitness / practice**. * Classes take place [Merci Wellness - Place Dillens 1, 1060 Saint-Gilles](https://www.merci-wellness.be/plan-acces.php). Very easy to get there, either by bike or metro (Hotel des Monnaies). * Ring bell "MERCI WELLNESS" - third floor ! * ⏰ 11:00 to 12:15 (doors close at 10:55 as **class starts at 11:00 sharp** \- it is not possible to join late\)\. 💸 **Cost:** * First class: 10 euros 🌟 * Single class: 15 euros 🧘‍♂️ * 5-class pass: 65 euros (valid for 3 months - a great deal for regular yogis! 🎉) You can pay your class on site either in CASH or through PAYCONIC. **Come and this great group of Sunday Morning Yogis** \- to spend a moment in a nice atmosphere and discover the benefits of Yoga\, from increased flexibility\, better posture\, a stronger body to a calmer mind\. See you on the mat! 🧘‍♀️🧘‍♂️✨ Edson P.S. Also, make sure to check out our new class **"Yoga for Men"** \- every Wednesday at 18:30 in the same location \- you can find the class list on our Meetup main page \!

This Weekend Morning Coffee Meeting - Sunday Edition - will take place at Addies Stories, an Ethiopian Café with traditional Ethiopian coffee. 🗓 **Sunday, 22 February** ⏰ **from 10:30** 👥 **limited to 22 people - registration is obligatory** **This is an extract from the BUZZ from January 2026:** "Ethiopia is the country most often associated with coffee. Arabica grows in the wild, coffee is roasted at home and the coffee ceremony determines the rhythm of social life. The fact that coffee is so deeply anchored gives an extra dimension to the opening of Addis Stories, a place where it is more about real coffee than about fashion trends and trendy specialties." **https://www.bruzz.be/select/resto-bar/bij-addis-stories-draait-alles-om-pure-ethiopische-koffie-en-traditie-2026-01-24** **https://www.addisstories.com/** **Address:** **Addis Stories** **Rue du Vieux Marché 48** **1000 Brussels** This is one of our Sunday editions, which are usually meant to test new places outside our usual coffee locations. These editions are smaller and more experimental, and focus as much on the place and the neighbourhood as on the group itself. ### ### IMPORTANT Please **do not register if you are unsure you can come**. If you register and later realise you can’t make it, **cancel as soon as possible, latest on Saturday afternoon.** There is often a **waiting list**, and it’s only fair to give people on it a real chance to join. Thank you for being fair and respectful. If you’re **on the waiting list**, please **check your status on Saturday evening at the latest**. See you on Sunday ☕

Join the only indoor volleyball meetup in Brussels — play, move, and meet new people! 🏐 🕘 **Every Sunday morning** 📊 **Level:** Beginner → Intermediate / Intermediate 💶 **€10** per person (2h session)

We'll play board games at the [Land-Grant Brewing Company](https://landgrantbrewing.com/). The brewery has multiple [food trucks](https://landgrantbrewing.com/food/) on Sundays, including [Ray Ray's Hog Pit](https://rayrayshogpit.com/franklinton), [Buck City Sammies](https://www.buckcitysammies.com/menu), and [Hai Poké](https://www.haipokefoodtruck.com/). The brewery also has (passable) drip coffee, free water, and Jeni's ice cream. You can also walk over to the [Land Grant Extension](https://callinyourbluffcoffee.com/) for "real" coffee. (You may have to stand in line, though. The Extension is popular.) You can come late or leave early. Please just sign up so I know to expect you. **Notes on Parking** * You'll (probably) have to park on the street, but street parking is free on Sundays. * There are [parking garages](https://landgrantbrewing.com/parking/) a little farther away if you want. These are obviously not free, though. * There is a [lot next door](https://www.google.com/maps/place/39%C2%B057'26.0%22N+83%C2%B000'40.9%22W/@39.957211,-83.0119921,19z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m12!1m7!3m6!1s0x88388f3efd89238b:0xc139207386232411!2sLand-Grant+Brewing+Company!8m2!3d39.9577613!4d-83.011426!16s%2Fg%2F1pzt7t9df!3m3!8m2!3d39.957211!4d-83.011347?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDEyMS4wIKXMDSoKLDEwMDc5MjA3MUgBUAM%3D) to the brewery that you're allowed to park in, but it is not free. I've never parked there, so I don't know anything about rates. (I'm told though that if you eat at Milo's Deli next door to this lot that Milo's will stamp your parking so it's free.) * You're going to see odd signs on [Lucas St](https://www.google.com/maps/place/39%C2%B057'26.1%22N+83%C2%B000'40.3%22W/@39.957256,-83.0124134,19z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m10!1m5!3m4!2zMznCsDU3JzI4LjgiTiA4M8KwMDAnNDEuNSJX!8m2!3d39.957993!4d-83.011536!3m3!8m2!3d39.957256!4d-83.011197?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDEyMS4wIKXMDSoKLDEwMDc5MjA3MUgBUAM%3D) (saying it's a "private street") that will lead you to believe you're not allowed to park there, but you actually are. * Columbus parking cops literally do not work on Sundays. This means that, even if you're driving a non-EV, you can park in the EV spots near the brewery. **Games** I do bring many games, but please bring some of your own as well.