Wepion hosts its annual Strawberry Festival in July. Get picking (or just eating!) / © Unsplash
This year our neighbouring country has a tonne of special and exciting experiences for kids and parents. Here's ten of the best!
1. The first international Festival of the Living Statues
Street artists will gather to showcase their talents.
When: 16 and 17 July 2022
Where: Marche-en-Famenne
More information here.
2. Hot Air Balloons festival in Han-sur-Lesse
Hot air balloon flights are possible. There will also be a special kids village and a gathering of twins, triplets and so on.
When: 26,27,28,29 May 2022
Where: Han-sur-Lesse
More information here.
Take to the sky in Hans-sur-Lesse. / © Unsplash
3. Fraise’tival – Strawberry Festival in the land of Strawberries
The perfect summer activity for the sweet of tooth.
When: July 2022
Where: Wepion
More information here.
4. Le Festival des Arts Forains
Acrobatics, music, street artists, theatre and more.
When: 26,27,28 May 2022
Where: Namur
More information here.
5. The illuminations Show at Bouillon Castle
Best enjoyed when the nights are long, but available right through the summer.
When: April 2022 to 12 November 2022
Where: Bouillon Castle
More information here.
6. Little Prince Expo
A lovely thematic and interactive exhibition about the life and works of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry.
When: until 30 June 2022
Where: Brussels Expo
More information here.
The story of Le Petit Prince is brought to life at Brussels Expo. / © Pexels
7. International Bathtub Regatta
Make your own bathtub and take it for a paddle.
No joke.
When: 15 August 2022
Where: Dinant
More information here.
8. The Railbikes of the Molignee
Have you ever tried a railbike with the family?
If not, now's your chance!
When: Tuesday to Sunday (whole summer)
Where: Falaën
More information here.
9. Discovery Nocturnal Visit with the Owls
In the Garden of the Owls, les Jardin des Hiboux, discover these beautiful birds in their nocturnal environment.
When: Until 11 November 2022
Where: Graide
More information here.
Discover the magic of owls at night. / © Pexels
10. Visit the museum of the marionettes
Delve into the fascinating world of puppets on a string.
When: Every day (weekend and public holidays open in the afternoon only, from 2pm)
Where: Tournai
More information here.
