Thousands will take to the streets of Brussels on Monday to celebrate Belgium's National Day, the anniversary of the swearing-in of Leopold of Saxe-Coburg-Gotha, who became the first king of the Belgians on 21 July 1831.
Various events and plenty of activities are planned in Brussels on this day, including a military parade and the annual fireworks display.
From 10:00 until 20:00 on Monday, there will be dozens of activities for young and old at the Parc de Bruxelles (next to the Royal Palace).
For the fourth year running, a 'National Sports Day' will be held in the park, with introductory and advanced workshops in a range of sports, from pétanque to martial arts. The bandstand in the heart of the park will become a stage for free concerts.
A wide range of stands will also run activities in Parc Royal and The Brussels Times will also have a stand there, right next to Woodpecker, so come and join us!
Come along and pick up a copy of our magazine!
You can also enter our quiz on Belgian history and win some amazing prizes such as a free subscription to our website, as well as the prizes below which have all been donated by our kind partners.
You can simply enter the quiz using your smartphone, using our special QR code.
Prize sponsors
Aspria - One month family pass
Cardo Brussels Hotel - Stay for 2 people
La Quincallerie - Meal for 2 people
Woodpecker Parc Royal - Lunch for 4 people
The Wild Geese - Meal for 2 people
Spoonful of India - Lunch for 2 people
More information about National Day 2025 here.
