With Spring in full bloom and days getting longer, Brussels gears up for a busy agenda filled with indoor concerts from international stars, but also plenty of open-air festivals and parties all over the city and beyond.
Exciting concerts
Australian psychedelic music project Tame Impala, led by Kevin Parker, blends dreamy synths with introspective songwriting. Known for redefining modern psych-pop, their albums like ‘Currents’ have had a huge influence on contemporary music. Their live shows are immersive, visually striking experiences that attract both indie and mainstream audiences and will bring that to Antwerp’s AFAS Dome on 5 May.
Rising British soul-pop artist Olivia Dean is celebrated for her warm vocals and emotionally honest storytelling and the 2026 Grammy to Best New Artist recognise it. Her music draws from jazz, neo-soul, and pop, offering a fresh yet timeless sound. She represents a new wave of UK artists bringing authenticity and vulnerability to the forefront and will perform at Brussels Forest National on 8 May.
You do not even know how many hits you know by American rapper Flo Rida. The artist is synonymous with high-energy, chart-topping party anthems. With global hits like ‘Low’ and ‘Good Feeling’, he has dominated dance floors for over a decade. His value lies in his ability to consistently deliver accessible, feel-good music that resonates across generations. Catch him live in Forest National on 26 May.
Newer generations are already in love with Conan Gray, a singer-songwriter who rose from YouTube to global fame. He crafts deeply personal indie-pop songs about youth, heartbreak, and identity and stands out for turning intimate emotions into widely shared experiences. He will be live at Antwerp’s AFAS Dome on 15 May.
Madison Beer has evolved from viral fame into a respected musician, the American pop singer blends polished pop with darker, introspective themes and her latest album ‘Locket’ is a proof of that. Her music explores self-image, relationships, and mental health with a modern edge. She will take Antwerp’s Lotto Arena stage on 28 May.
01.05 Umberto Tozzi (Forest National, Brussels). Tickets
02.05 Sabrina Claudio (La Madeleine, Brussels). Tickets
03.05 Rüfüs du Sol + SG Lewis (ING Arena). Tickets
04.05 Redman & M.O.P (Ancienne Belgique). Tickets
05.05 Tame Impala (AFAS Dome, Antwerp). Tickets
05.05 Wet Wet Wet (De Roma, Antwerp). Tickets
06.05. Peter Bjorn and John (Trix, Antwerp). Tickets
08.05 Olivia Dean (Forest National). Tickets
08.05 Ismael Serrano (Espace Lumen, Brussels). Tickets
08.05 Natassa Bofiliou (La Madeleine). Tickets
11.05 Blue (Ancienne Belgique). Tickets
15.05 Conan Gray (AFAS Dome). Tickets
16.05 Midnight Til Morning (La Madeleine). Tickets
17.05 NE-YO & Akon (AFAS Dome). Tickets
21.05 Dermot Kennedy (Forest National). Tickets
23.05 Sienna Spiro (Ancienne Belgique). Tickets
23.05 Arde Bogotá (La Madeleine). Tickets
24.05 Tricky (Ancienne Belgique). Tickets
24.05 Beth Hart (De Roma). Tickets
26.05 Flo Rida (Forest National). Tickets
28.05 Madison Beer (Lotto Arena). Tickets
30.05 Zucchero (Lotto Arena). Tickets
Festivals
Jazz, electronic music, brass, rock… In May there is a festival for everyone!
Brussels Jazz Weekend will take over several public spaces in Brussels from 22 to 24 may offering free shows by Belgian and international artists like Kunde, C-RHYMS or Glass Museum. More info and programme here.
Les Nuits Botanique returns from 14 to 31 May with all kind of music genres and names like Mura Masa, Jewel Usain, Liniker and Belgian treasures like Camile Yembe, Iliona or Sevens. Check out the full programme here.
Hangar hosts a 2-days event on 1 and 2 May with Avalon Emerson, Ben UFO b2b Joy Orbison and Overmono at Port of Brussels. For its 5th anniversary, the festival is embarking on a new chapter, with a desire to return to its core values: a more cutting-edge program, redesigned spaces, and a particular focus on the overall experience. Get your tickets here.
On 2 May Brussels Bass Festival will offer 16 hours of Bass Music in Circle Park and City Gate (Anderlecht). Expect some heavy Drum and Bass, Uk bassline, dubstep and many, many more surprises. Get your tickets here.
La Fete de l’Iris is back on 9 May with a free festival in front of Royal Palace with DJs Meduza, Henri PFR and more. More info here. If you are into open air electronic music parties, Play Label Open Air is back with a first edition on 9 May next to Gare du Nord in Brussels. Programme and tickets here. 21AM brings the best urban music to a new Open Air + After Party at Cirque Park in Brussels on 9 May, get your tickets here; Flora hosts an OpenAir in Brussels’ Vauxhall (Parc Royal) on Sunday 10 May with music, golden light, and raw energy (tickets here); and Delta Tour x BBP Port Sud brings their Open Air XXL party on 30 May (tickets here).
For the LGBTIQ community and any open-minded readers, this year Brussels Pride celebrates its 30 anniversary on 16 May with a parade, concerts, parties and other events. More info coming soon.
Get ticket links and the complete agenda of music events at Brussels Music Agenda.
