Summer is approaching, the streets and parks are full of life and Brussels is blossoming with concerts and festivals. Music aficionados of all backgrounds will surely find something cool as we assembled a nice selection of interesting events happening this June in & around Belgian capital.
In June Brussels welcome international stars like Cat Power, with her haunting vocals and soulful indie rock singing Bob Dylan classics (Cirque Royal, 09 June); Gracie Abrams, the rising pop storyteller known for her introspective lyrics (Forest National, 23 June); Lola Young, bringing raw emotion and smoky pop-soul with hits like ‘Messy’ (Botanique, 04 June); and Rauw Alejandro, the Latin pop sensation mixing reggaeton with futuristic beats (Forest National, 27 June). Bands like Beach House will also enchant Brussels with their dreamy, atmospheric soundscapes (Ancienne Belgique, 01 June).
Duran Duran, Santana, John Fogerty, and Lionel Richie, four legendary acts, each with a distinct sound, are set to electrify Antwerp’s Sportpaleis with timeless hits. From Duran Duran’s new wave synth-pop (09 June), Santana’s Mexican soulful instrumental Latin rock (26 June), and Fogerty’s rootsy anthems as the voice of Creedence Clearwater Revival (25 June), to Lionel Richie’s smooth blend of soul and pop (18 June), these icons have shaped decades of music history. Also in Antwerp, but in its sister venue Lotto Arena, Morrissey, the iconic voice of The Smiths, brings his poetic melancholy and unmistakable presence to the stage on 16 June.
Younger generations will vibe with international superstars Dua Lipa and Pitbull, two global pop powerhouses, bringing infectious energy and chart-topping hits to every stage they step their feet on. From Dua’s sleek disco-pop plenty of future nostalgia (11 & 13 June) to Pitbull’s party-starting anthems (14 June), Antwerp’s Sportpaleis is in for a few nights of unstoppable rhythm and flair.
Antwerp’s De Roma will host an eclectic mix of musical talents all month long. En Vogue, the iconic R&B group celebrating 35 years of soulful harmonies, will kick off their European tour on 18 June. Belgian pop sensation Natalia brings her dynamic performance to the stage on 13 June. CocoRosie, known for their experimental blend of folk and electronic sounds, will perform on 11 June, followed by Ani DiFranco‘s poignant folk-rock melodies on 12 June and a four-nights residency by Belgian indie-rock band Arsenal from24 to 28 June.
June sees the birth of the festival season and Brussels is ready to offer a good dose of musical weekends for all kind of audiences.
La Fête de La Musique will take over practically all the communes on 19-21 June with a main stage festival at Parc du Cinquantenaire highlighting Belgian talent with electronic and new trends artists on Friday 20 June and rnb/soul/blues artists like Uwase, Nsangu and Jazmyn on Saturday 21.
Brussels’ June musical highlight is a two-nights festival in front of the Royal Palace with two exceptional legends: Neil Young and Jean-Michel Jarre will perform openair shows on 30 June and 01 July respectively. Check out all the info here.
Couleur Café 2025, taking place from 27 to 29 June at Osseghem Park near Brussels’ Atomium, is a vibrant celebration of global music and culture. The festival features an eclectic lineup, including artists like Denzel Curry, Omah Lay, Nathy Peluso, Shenseea, and Burning Spear, spanning genres from hip-hop and soul to reggae and afrobeats. Get your tickets here.
TW Classic 2025 is set to take place on Saturday 28 June in Werchter, Belgium. This one-day festival, will feature performances by Robbie Williams, Bryan Adams, Texas, Skunk Anansie, The Lottery Winners, and Portland and you can still get your tickets here.
For more festivals and summer plans, check out Brussels Music Agenda’s Summer Festival Guide 2025.
Other concerts in Brussels and beyond:
Liniker, La Madeleine, Brussels, 06 June. Tickets.
Nessa Barrett, Ancienne Belgique, Brussels, 09 June. Tickets.
Calamaro, La Madeleine, Brussels, 12 June. Tickets.
Adamo, Capitole, Ghent, 15 June. Tickets.
Red Sebastian, Ancienne Belgique, Brussels, 19 June. Tickets.
Agnes Obel, Cirque Royal, Brussels, 26 June. Tickets.
Pierre Garnier, Forest National, Brussels, 24 June. Tickets.
Fancy a getaway out of Brussels? US teenage global popstar Billie Eilish is performing in Paris’ Accor Arena on 10-11 June and Camila Cabello will charm the audience with ‘Havana’ and other hits in the French capital on 30 June and in Amsterdam’s AFAS Live on 1 July.
Looking for more music events and updates? Our partners at Brussels Music Agenda have you covered!
