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🌟EuroMeet: Connecting with International Friends in Brussels Every Friday🍻🎉
✨ **Meet new people in Brussels in a friendly, relaxed and international atmosphere.** The ambience is relatively quiet, calm and sober for easy-going casual conversation, with no chaos and loud party music in the background!
🍻 Large selection of **drinks and food** available
🌍 **Internationals, expats & locals** welcome
💪 Organized weekly **since early 2025**
📱Please **join our WhatsApp community** via the following invite link for receiving all the latest updates regarding this and many other social events in Bruxelles: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/FMjWrr9wCR7JYsudMD6XV0](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FMjWrr9wCR7JYsudMD6XV0)
👨👩👧👧 **Over 10,000 members** **overall in our multicultural and diverse Brussels community!** Many of our participants work in EU institutions, NGOs, tech and international organizations. The event was also covered in a recent article from Brussels Times: [https://www.brusselstimes.com/belgium/1949146/euromeet-the-real-life-brussels-social-network](https://www.brusselstimes.com/belgium/1949146/euromeet-the-real-life-brussels-social-network)
😀 Our events usually attract **30–40 attendees each week**, with an age average of around 35 years old (the event announcement is relayed across multiple social media, not just on this page). Many participants come with friends or colleagues, so feel free to bring someone along!
👩 Our events usually also attract a **balanced mix of men and women**, and many participants attend solo for the first time. The organizer and host of the event will help introduce you to other participants, in case you don't know anyone else yet when you first arrive at the event. Our events remain a relaxed international social meetup experience focused on friendship, conversation and community — **not a dating event.**
🩷 **Safe, respectful environment, and zero tolerance for any harassment!** The organizer is always present all evening in case of problems. You can also leave any anonymous feedback about the event here under this form: [https://gmogni.aidaform.com/brasserie-meetup-feedback-form](https://gmogni.aidaform.com/brasserie-meetup-feedback-form)
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Looking to meet new people and expand your social circle in Brussels, as well as your network of professional contacts? Join us **every Friday evening anytime from 18:30** **and until at least 23h** **at** **the** **“Quartier Leopold”** **brasserie**, in the heart of the famous Place du Luxembourg in front of the European Parliament, for a fun, relaxed night of **drinks, food, spontaneous conversations, and great vibes**! 💛
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📍 **Location**: “Quartier Leopold” brasserie, Pl. du Luxembourg 9, 1050 Ixelles
📌 **Google Maps**: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/oCvSP1AGZNX2ZV3C8](https://maps.app.goo.gl/oCvSP1AGZNX2ZV3C8) (don't worry if you see the bar marked as "closed" on Google Maps for the Friday nights, they will always be open for us!)
**🌐 Website of the venue**: [https://www.quartier-leopold.be/en](https://www.quartier-leopold.be/en)
📸 **Pictures gallery from previous events:** [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1LRbsinA1wEtUrDhlyw8K6Uz9YKeq0_dw?usp=sharing](https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1LRbsinA1wEtUrDhlyw8K6Uz9YKeq0_dw?usp=sharing)
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✨ **Why you’ll love it**:
✅ **Everyone is welcome**, even if you don’t know anyone else yet—expats, locals, newcomers, solo adventurers, or groups!
✅ **Best time for newcomers:** 18:30–19:30, when it’s easier to meet people.
✅ Completely **free to attend**—just grab a drink and join the fun! Please ask the bartenders when you arrive if unsure where to find our meetup group and tables
✅ Possibility to make also useful **professional exchanges and networking** with other participants who work in similar domains, so remember to bring also your business card!
✅ Tons of **indoor and outdoor space available**.
✅ Possibility to have **dinner at the brasserie** during the meetup (until 22h), thanks to its comprehensive selection of dishes available in the menu: [https://www.quartier-leopold.be/web/content/1467?unique=b27f82e985f525417a92cbeaf0f1ac1c5e2fb4a0](https://www.quartier-leopold.be/web/content/1467?unique=b27f82e985f525417a92cbeaf0f1ac1c5e2fb4a0)
✅ **Want to keep the night going?** After the meetup, we often continue as a group to explore nightlife hotspots in the city center.
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💬 **Stay connected with our Community**:
▶️ Join our **Facebook/Messenger chat** to get updates and easily find the group on arrival:[ ](https://m.me/ch/Abaqvj9lxNT3_xh7/)[https://m.me/ch/AbaV86vk4SHop_eD/](https://m.me/ch/AbaV86vk4SHop_eD/)
▶️ Otherwise, if you prefer to use **WhatsApp**, please join this other group: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/FMjWrr9wCR7JYsudMD6XV0](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FMjWrr9wCR7JYsudMD6XV0)
▶️ We are also active on **Telegram**: [https://t.me/euromeet_meetup](https://t.me/euromeet_meetup)
▶️ And don’t forget to join our **EuroMeet Facebook group** for many more social events in Brussels: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/euromeet](https://www.facebook.com/groups/euromeet)
▶️ Finally, we also manage a **professional networking group on LinkedIn** as well, for more easily retrieving each other's LinkedIn profiles and identifying people who also work in similar domains: [https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13194613/](https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13194613/)
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Come alone or bring a friend—either way, you’ll leave with **new friends, great memories, and maybe even some ideas on how to develop further your professional career!** See you this Friday! 🍻✨😀
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📧 **Got questions or comments?** Reach out to the **organizer Gabriele**: gabriele.mogni@gmail.com
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**Our community values respect and inclusiveness**. If you ever feel uncomfortable, the organizer is present all evening to help.
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👉 Please **RSVP on Meetup** if you would like to attend our next event, so that we can plan accordingly.
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Open Coworking Day: Join and Cowork on Your Projects
Join us for a full day of collaborative work at HSBXL! This event is open to everyone who enjoys working in a community environment, whether you're advancing on business ventures, freelance projects, or creative endeavors. Bring your laptops, your enthusiasm, and your projects to collaborate, learn, and share in the main room of our spacious hackerspace.
During this **8-hour co-working event**, you'll have the opportunity to work on your project, ask for feedback, offer help to others, and if you wish, share your achievements at the end of the day.
**Please Note**: While HSBXL has multiple rooms for various purposes, this coworking event is taking place in the main room. It's important to note that online meetings should be avoided during this event to prevent noise disturbance and to maintain a conducive work environment for everyone.
\#\#\# What the day will look like:
1\. Introduction and setting up: Find a comfortable spot in the main room\, set up your workspace and grab a Club Mate\, soft drink\, or a coffee to get your day started\.
2\. Work Session: Dive into your project\, seek assistance\, and collaborate with others\.
3\. Sharing Session: Optional\, but encouraged\! Share what you've worked on\, your challenges\, and triumphs\.
\#\#\# How to get to HSBXL:
HSBXL is located in Brussels. For detailed instructions on how to get to the hackerspace, please visit [here](https://hsbxl.be/enter/). If you encounter any issues while trying to get in, you can contact us at +32 28804004. Please note that the phone is inside the space. Alternatively, you can also reach out to us in our [Matrix chatroom](https://matrix.to/#/#hsbxl:matrix.org).
\#\#\# Requirements
Please bring your laptop, and if you have, an extension cord. The space has WiFi, but having your own internet backup solution can also be useful.
Join us at this **8-hour co-working day** in the main room of HSBXL, and we hope you'll have made progress on your projects, learned something new, and most importantly, enjoyed the power of community collaboration. Whether you're a freelancer, entrepreneur, or creative, we welcome you to this day of productivity, sharing, and collaboration.
Intervals Workout Session 🏃🏻♂️🏃🏼♀️🏃🏻 Hippodrome de Boitsfort
We do cycles of 4-6 weeks, with a progressive intensity, and the last session is lighter.
Program:
15’ warm up
**To be defined**
Cool down to get back to the starting point… or more
S=All out sprint
RF = Run fast, at MAS (Maximum aerobic speed)
CF = Run comfortably fast (1h threshold)
J = Jog, recuperation
Notes:
It should take about one hour in total, as the cool down will end when we reach back to the meeting point.
It's NOT required to have an activity tracker or smart watch to be able to follow the program, as I'll be giving signals with a whistle.
For the "run" part, you can follow your own pace and we'll be regrouping in the "jog" part.
Intervals training is not advised for total beginners. To have an idea, the average pace at the warm up is around 5'45"/km-6'/km so this pace should feel very comfortable
***Acknowledgement of member responsibility and release of liability.***
By signing up for this event, you agree to release the organizers from any responsibility and liability in all claims. As the participation is strictly voluntary and you freely choose to join, it is the responsibility of individuals participating to ensure that they are fit enough and have adequate coverage to protect themselves.
Dyke March, marching together
let's join the dyke march and occupy the streets of Brussels.
Meeting point : the Crazy circle. Most likely it will be very crowded, so check the exact meeting point détails in the comment section of the event just before we gather
Stay tuned 😁
more info
[https://www.instagram.com/dykesbxl?igsh=MWE0OHJlYW5qNDVyZg==](https://www.instagram.com/dykesbxl?igsh=MWE0OHJlYW5qNDVyZg==)
🏁 20km Brussels Training – After Work Runs (All Levels 🟠🟣🟢)
🏃♂️ Sunday Vacations | Train Together, Finish Together
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Thinking about joining the **20km of Brussels on May 31st**… but don’t want to train alone?
👉 Join our **after-work training group** and prepare together in a fun, social, and motivating atmosphere.
Whether you're a beginner or already running regularly — **you’re welcome.**
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## 📆 Weekly Runs (April → May)
We train **twice a week after work**:
### 🔵 Once per week – Easy Social Run
👉 Perfect to build consistency and meet the group
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### 🟣 Once per week – Long Run (Main Session)
* Distance increases every week
* Structured pace groups
👉 This is the **key session** to prepare for the 20km
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## 🏳️ Follow Your Flag (Pace Groups)
To keep things simple, we use the official **20km Brussels pacemaker system**:
* 🟠 **Beginner (≈ 2h15)**
Run/walk friendly — just aim to finish
* 🟣 **Steady (≈ 2h00)**
Comfortable and regular pace
* 🟢 **Intermediate (≈ 1h45)**
Faster group for those who want a challenge
👉 Not sure? Start easy — you can switch anytime.
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## 📊 Long Run Progression
We gradually build up to the race:
6 km → 8 km → 10 km → 12 km → 14 km → 16 km → 18 km 🔥
* lighter week before the race
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## 🏁 Goal
📅 Sunday 31 May 2026
🎯 Run the 20km of Brussels — together
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## 💡 What to expect
* Friendly, international group 🌍
* No one left behind
* Natural pace groups
* Motivating and social vibe
👉 We start together, run in groups, and finish together.
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## ☕ After the run
Optional drink or snack —
because it’s also about **meeting people and having fun**
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## ⚠️ Practical info
* Bring water
* Wear proper running shoes
* Join at your own responsibility
* Beginners welcome
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## 🌍 About Sunday Vacations
We are a **Brussels-based community** organizing social activities, hikes, and trips.
👉 This training is part of our mission:
**bringing people together through shared experiences**
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## 🔗 Participation
To join, a **Sunday Vacations membership** is required:
* Explorer (€5/year) → + €5 organizing fee
* Voyager (€50/year) → no organizing fee
* Ambassador (€150/year) → no organizing fee + perks
👉 Details: [www.sundayvacations.com/membership](http://www.sundayvacations.com/membership)
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🔥 Don’t train alone — join us and enjoy the journey to the 20km!
🍴 Brussels Food Festival 2026: Street Food & Social Gathering 🌍
**Join us for a relaxed and tasty afternoon at the Brussels Food Festival 🍔🌮🍜, an open-air food event taking place in Auderghem**.
The festival brings together a wide selection of international street food, food trucks, and culinary specialties, offering a great opportunity to discover different flavors in a lively outdoor setting. 🌞✨
Participants can walk through the festival area, explore different food stands, try dishes from around the world 🌍, enjoy drinks or desserts 🥤🍰, and spend time in a friendly social atmosphere.
This event is ideal for anyone who enjoys food, cultural discovery, casual conversation, and meeting new people in Brussels 🤝😊. The vibe will be warm, easy-going, and festive, with plenty of opportunities to connect while exploring the different stands together. 🎶🍽️
There is no fixed program: the group can meet at the entrance 📍, walk around together, choose food individually, and enjoy the festival at a comfortable pace.
**To keep the experience pleasant for everyone, it is important that all participants respect each other, behave normally, and contribute to a safe, friendly, and positive group atmosphere.** 🙏😊
Entry is free 🎉. Participants only pay for the food and drinks they decide to buy.
**Location**
**📍 Brussels Food Festival**
**Boulevard du Souverain, opposite number 183**
**1160 Auderghem, Brussels**
Weekly Bachata classes @Albert Hall - New session for beginners
Have you always wanted to learn Bachata? Now is the perfect time! Our regular classes at Albert Hall are designed to help beginners progress quickly and master this beautiful social dance that is very popular right now! 💃🕺
We have just started a new session where everyone can learn at their own pace. Come with or without a partner.
After the beginner's class, there are more advanced classes, followed by a free dance party for students. 🎉
A nice venue and a warm atmosphere—don't miss this opportunity!
🔥 PROGRAM 🔥
7:00 p.m. → Bachata Beginner NEW (Room 1)
7:00 p.m. → Bachata Advanced (Room 2)
8:00 p.m. → Bachata Beginner II (Room 1)
9:00 p.m. → Bachata Intermediate (Room 1)
💥 10:00 p.m. → Bachata Social Party with DJ Felito on the decks for a wild night of dancing! 🎶
🍍 Fresh fruit buffet provided to recharge your batteries between dances!
📍 Location:
Albert Hall
651 chaussée de Wavre
1040 Brussels
💸 Prices:
1 class: €15
10-class pass: €120
20-class pass: €210
Dance party only: €10 (cash)
👉 Registration on site
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Coo Escape: Ardennes Forest Hike & Waterfall Views
# 🌲 Coo Escape: Ardennes Forest Hike & Waterfall Views
**Trade the city for forests, fresh air, and panoramic Ardennes landscapes.**
Join Sunday Vacations for a scenic Sunday hiking experience around Coo and Trois-Ponts — featuring forest trails, elevated viewpoints, riverside sections, and the famous Coo waterfalls.
Designed for international professionals, expats, locals, and solo joiners, this experience combines movement, nature, and meaningful social connection in one of Belgium’s most beautiful regions.
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## Experience Overview
This curated Ardennes loop hike begins from **Trois-Ponts railway station** and takes us through scenic forest trails, panoramic viewpoints overlooking the Amblève Valley, and the iconic surroundings of Coo.
Expect a relaxed but active Sunday with a welcoming international group atmosphere, social picnic breaks, and plenty of opportunities to disconnect from routine and reconnect with nature.
People increasingly join outdoor community experiences not just for the activity itself, but for the sense of connection and belonging they create.
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## Event Type
🌿 **Curated Experience**
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## Highlights
* Scenic Ardennes forest hike
* Great viewpoints over the Coo region
* Discover the famous Coo waterfalls
* Beautiful riverside and woodland trails
* Relaxed international community atmosphere
* Solo joiners welcome
* Ideal Sunday nature reset
* Train-accessible from Brussels
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## Plan / Itinerary
**08:45** – Meet at Starbucks Coffee, Brussels Central Station
**09:01** – Train departure from Brussels Central
**11:05** – Start of the hike from Trois-Ponts railway station
**13:15** – Picnic & social break with scenic views
**14:00** – Continue panoramic forest circuit toward Coo
**16:30** – Optional stop near Coo waterfalls
**17:05** – Train back toward Brussels
**18:55** – Estimated arrival in Brussels
*Schedule may slightly adapt depending on group pace and weather conditions.*
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## Meeting Point
📍 Starbucks Coffee – Brussels Central Station
Please arrive on time so the group can depart together.
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## Hike Information
🥾 Distance: Approximately 16 km
⛰ Difficulty: Moderate with some elevation
🔄 Route Type: Loop Circuit
📍 Region: Coo & Trois-Ponts, Belgian Ardennes
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## Price / Contribution
**Community contribution:** €5 for non members and Explorer members
Includes:
* Event organisation
* Group coordination
* Guided community hiking experience
Not included:
* Train tickets
* Food & drinks
* Personal expenses
Participants purchase transportation independently unless otherwise specified.
**VAT not applicable – small business exemption scheme, Article 56bis Belgian VAT Code.**
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## Membership
### Sunday Vacations Memberships
* **Explorer** – €5/year
* **Voyager** – €50/year
* **Ambassador** – €150/year
Members receive access to discounts, priority registrations, and selected community perks throughout the year.
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## Who This Is For
Perfect for:
* Expats and international professionals
* Solo joiners
* Nature lovers
* People looking for meaningful social experiences
* Beginner to intermediate hikers
* Anyone wanting a refreshing Sunday outside Brussels
Research consistently shows that expats highly value experiences that support social connection, quality of life, and community belonging.
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## What to Bring
* Hiking shoes with good grip
* Water bottle
* Packed lunch or snacks
* Rain jacket / weather layers
* Small backpack
* Positive energy
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## Important Notes
* Some trails may be muddy or slippery depending on weather conditions.
* This is a community-oriented hiking experience, not a competitive sports activity.
* The route may be adjusted slightly depending on weather or trail conditions.
* Please ensure you are comfortable walking for several hours with breaks.
Nature-focused and wellbeing-oriented travel experiences continue to grow as people increasingly seek restorative and intentional ways to spend their weekends.
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## Legal Disclaimer
Sunday Vacations / UJAMAA ASBL acts as a community organiser facilitating social and cultural experiences and does not operate as a licensed travel agency.
Transportation and all third-party services are independently provided by external operators and remain the responsibility of participants unless explicitly stated otherwise.
Participants join voluntarily and are responsible for ensuring they are physically fit for the activity.
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## Call to Action
🌿 Ready for a proper Sunday escape?
Join us for forests, waterfalls, panoramic Ardennes views, and good company — all just a train ride away from Brussels.
Spots are limited to maintain a relaxed and social group atmosphere.
Founders Running Club :: Brussels
**Founders Running Club** (FRC) brings founders, investors, tech, creative people and startup enthusiasts together for weekly easy runs and networking. We like to be comfortable when we run and finish with coffee and conversations. Choose your pace or follow a pacer—pets, friends, family, are welcome.
🗓️ Launched in San Francisco, July 16, 2022
🌍 Now in 50+ cities
📅 Running + Networking events + Community
**Join the community** [http://foundersrc.com/chats](http://foundersrc.com/chats)
**Instagram** [https://www.instagram.com/frc_brussels](https://www.instagram.com/frc_brussels)
**Global FRC**:
Instagram [http://instagram.com/foundersrc/](http://instagram.com/foundersrc/)
LinkedIn [http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/](http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/)
Strava [http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC](http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC)
Website [http://foundersrc.com/](http://foundersrc.com/)
Somatic Movement in nature
The Somatic Movement - sessions are inclusive, nurturing and natural reconnecting events, focussing on restoring or replenishing energy, the sense of joy and personal perspective by interacting (and playing) with nature's healing elements.
Combining tension-releasing stretches, easy flow-restoring exercises (using trees, branches, logs, stones, hills...), doing silent or touch meditations and playful authentic relating games, we're able to get in touch with our inner-child and start to feel free, open-hearted, unassuming and adventurous again, bringing back the joy and vitality we all carry deeply within, but often believed to have been lost. Our hearts gradually open and start reconnecting again.
The 2h-sessions focus on gradually increasing physical resilience, but include emotional and energetic aspects as well to restore general holistic balance in body, mind and spirit. There is no competitive stake to it, there are no extremes or high-intensity actions involved. But we do play gently with our personal comfort zones, sliding in and out, at times challenging our personal beliefs, convictions and limitations. These edges are where the real learning takes place, so take note.
The sessions have powerful therapeutic value. They are developed, customised and guided by specialised trauma therapist Ken Christiaens. All exercises, while feeling light and fun, have a foundation in trauma and tension-releasing therapies, with elements of inner child work, constellations, reiki, NLP, somatic work, role/game play and meditation. Nature's increased healing potential (forest bathing) is fully being harnessed here.
For more info on the therapeutic practice of Ken, please visit: www.nieuwegrond.be
PRACTICAL
The session starts at 10h sharp and ends at 12h.
Meeting and end-point is always Parking Forest Playground Everzwijnbad, Weertsedreef 8-10, Oud-Heverlee (please read location description well, Google Maps can be a bit tricky).
You actually might get a bit dirty and sweaty at some point, please prepare for outdoor nature workout: sporty shoes with ribs, sporty clothes, maybe a small towel (feet might get dirty or wet) or anything you feel comfortable with.
The event will be cancelled only when the weather really doesn't allow it.
If you have any other questions, please don't hesitate to ask via personal message.
We hope to see and connect with you there!
The Wealth Summit: Tax Optimization & Strategic Networking
**\*\*PAID EVENT\*\* : https://www.eventbrite.be/e/the-wealth-summit-tax-optimization-strategic-networking-tickets-1987253318170?aff=oddtdtcreator**
**Join us in person to boost your wealth with tax hacks and meet movers & shakers for killer connections!**
## Welcome to The Wealth Summit!
Join us in person for an exciting day focused on Tax Optimization and Strategic Networking. This event is perfect for anyone ready to level up their wealth game, connect with like-minded pros, and discover smart strategies to keep more of your hard-earned money. Expect engaging talks, hands-on sessions, and plenty of chances to make valuable connections.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to boost your financial future!
Powered by:
* www.esentaxa.com
* https://www.youtube.com/@esentaxa
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### **The Agenda - Total (3 Hours)**
**Part I: The Strategic Masterclass (2 Hours)**
**Belgian Tax Alpha:** Advanced structures for corporate and personal tax minimization within the Belgian framework.
For instance:
* Participation Exemption (DRD/DBI) - Corporate level
* VVPRbis and Liquidation Reserves for SRL/B.V. - Personal/Corporate level
* The New Capital Gains Tax 2026 (10%) - when/how to avoid it at Personal level
* Belgian Tax Shelter: 45% tax cashback on Startups - Personal level
* Innovation Income Deduction (IID) - Corporate level
**International Wealth Guardrails:** Navigating cross-border tax treaties, holding companies, and global asset protection.
***For istance:***
* ***CaymanTax for Belgian tax resident + Foregin companies and Trusts abroad***
**Q&A:** Direct access to specialized insights for complex corporate structures (20 minutes).
**Part II: Executive Networking (1 Hour)**
Connect with a vetted peer group of high-level entrepreneurs and professionals.
Exchange strategies and build alliances over premium coffee and refreshments at the private bar lounge.
### **Who Should Attend?**
This event is reserved for:
* Business owners .
* Entrepreneurs seeking sophisticated wealth management and tax-efficient exit strategies.
* Professionals looking to expand their network within the Belgian business community.
### **Venue & Atmosphere**
Set in the sophisticated heights of **The Hotel, Brussels**, the event provides a discreet and luxurious environment conducive to high-level strategic thinking.
**Seats are strictly limited to 20 participants to ensure the quality of networking and the depth of the Masterclass discussion.**
Forest Play: Movement and Reconnection in Nature
FOREST PLAY (10h-12h)
The Forest Play - sessions are inclusive, nurturing and natural reconnecting events, focussing on restoring or replenishing energy, the sense of joy and personal perspective by interacting (and playing) with nature's healing elements.
Combining tension-releasing stretches, easy flow-restoring exercises (using trees, branches, logs, stones, hills...), doing silent or touch meditations and playful authentic relating games, we're able to get in touch with our inner-child and start to feel free, open-hearted, unassuming and adventurous again, bringing back the joy and vitality we all carry deeply within, but often believed to have been lost. Our hearts gradually open and start reconnecting again.
The 2h-sessions focus on gradually increasing physical resilience, but include emotional and energetic aspects as well to restore general holistic balance in body, mind and spirit. There is no competitive stake to it, there are no extremes or high-intensity actions involved. But we do play gently with our personal comfort zones, sliding in and out, at times challenging our personal beliefs, convictions and limitations. These edges are where the real learning takes place, so take note.
The sessions have powerful therapeutic value. They are developed, customised and guided by specialised trauma therapist Ken Christiaens. All exercises, while feeling light and fun, have a foundation in trauma and tension-releasing therapies, with elements of inner child work, constellations, reiki, NLP, somatic work, role/game play and meditation. Nature's increased healing potential (forest bathing) is fully being harnessed here.
For more info on the therapeutic practice of Ken, please visit: www.nieuwegrond.be
PRACTICAL
The Forest Play-session starts at 10h sharp and ends at 12h. It costs 18e to participate.
Meeting and end-point is always Parking Forest Playground Everzwijnbad, Weertsedreef 8-10, Oud-Heverlee (please read location description well, Google Maps can be a bit tricky).
You actually might get a bit dirty and sweaty at some point, please prepare for outdoor nature workout: sporty shoes with ribs, sporty clothes, maybe a small towel (feet might get dirty or wet) or anything you feel comfortable with.
Regarding the payment:
You will be asked to transfer 18e to Ken's account beforehand or bring it on the day itself.
Your participation is only confirmed if you have confirmed the payment as well.
The event will be cancelled only when the weather really doesn't allow it.
If you have any other questions, please don't hesitate to ask via personal message.
We hope to see and connect with you there!
Read Together!
Need some quiet time for reading? Want to share the experience with others? Join us at the charming venue of The Sister Café to read in the company of others. It’s alone, but also together, get it? We read for an hour and a half, then chat over a drink.
This is a free activity except for the price of the drinks you're consuming.
Saturday Morning Coffee - 10:00 @MIR Concept Coffee Store
Hi everyone,
This coffee morning event is @MIR Concept Coffee Store!
Saturday, 16 May 2026, from 10:00 - 13:00.
MIR opened its doors 4 years ago, right off Place Jourdan.
Doriana, the owner, is a super nice host, and is excited to have our group as her café.
The café is very beautiful and has great coffee, and many yummy food options.
Their Instagram channel:
https://www.instagram.com/mirconceptstore/
**The address is:**
MIR Concept Coffee Store
Rue Gray 4A
1040 Etterbeek
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1. The **prime time** of the event is **10:30 - 12:30**. That's when most people will be there.
2. When you enter the gallery, it's either on the right-hand side or left-hand side of its hallway, depending which entrance you take.
3. If you intend **to join past 12:00** (high noon), then there is no need to register. Just come and join!
4. **DON'T forget to cancel** if you can't join!
5. **Please, be respectful towards each other during the event. (And after ;))**
**As always, feel free to follow us on INSTAGRAM!**
[https://instagram.com/weekendmorningcoffee?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==](https://instagram.com/weekendmorningcoffee?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==)
**THE STRUCTURE of THE EVENT:**
* I will post the event on Saturday/Sunday evening for the following Saturday.
* I send out a reminder to everyone on Friday.
* There is sometimes a waiting list.
* In case RSVP is closed (once there are 10-15 people on the waiting list), I might reopen it on Friday, depending on the number of cancellations in the meantime.
* **For everyone on the waiting,** please check your status and messages on Friday evening the latest. I message everyone on the waiting list on Friday.
* **Please, move to "not going" AS SOON AS you know that you can't come anymore, that includes everyone who is on the waiting list.**
**IMPORTANT:**
* **Please, be respectful towards each other during the event. (And after ;))**
* When you register yourself, be careful not to register accidentally a +1 guest (unless you bring a guest). It happens very often.
* If you have any questions then, message me.
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**A MESSAGE FOR NEWCOMERS:**
*In the three years of hosting this coffee group, I have met many people who struggle with anxieties when coming to an event for the first time. Sometimes, it took them more than one attempt before being able to join.*
*Occasionally, people reach out to me before the event, and I have always been grateful for that as it offers the opportunity to communicate with each other and to find the best and most gentle way for that person to join the group.*
*I would like to encourage everyone who struggles with this to contact me before. It would really be too bad if you can't join us, as it mostly gets better the second or third time you come.*
*In addition to that, if you arrive and notice any signs of nervousness or fear, you can always let me know right then.*
**THANK YOU AND SEE YOU ALL ON Saturday!**
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