Major Recurring Events

Theatre – dance – music. (February - on odd-numbered years) A festival committed to the social and political issues of its time which proposes powerful viewpoints by artists on the crucial questions of our era through innovative shows. February.

Jazz Festival in Liège - May

The Epicuriales gastronomy festival in Liège, the largest open air restaurant. June.

This event aims to bring a maximum amount of families together for these entirely free festivities that take place in venues which illustrate the charm and assets of Liège. Every two years - May.

The Summer Beer Lovers’ Festival is an invitation to discover the craft beers of Wallonia. At the heart of Liège, at the Espace Tivoli (in the Place du Marché square), thirty brewers will be demonstrating their craftsmanship and the fruits of their labours. June. September.

A vibrant, lively and colourful village in which gastronomy combines with friendliness. June and July.

Five days of concerts covering all types of music: rock, electro, hip-hop, house, techno, drum 'n' bass, soul, variety, folk, pop, etc. July.

Public dances, Gaulish market and a firework display will light up this celebration of Bastille Day. July.

The 15th August festivities bring together the people of Liège for several days of celebration. Over a week long period, dozens of activities are on offer: bric-a-brac sales, concerts, games, fun fairs and, of course, the folkloric processions and holy mass. August.

Guided or non-guided walks and activities. August.

Liège is the home to THE place to be for lovers of active and quality leisure pursuits after the summer holidays. The event welcomes between 30,000 and 35,000 visitors per year. September

On the first weekend of September, the Sainte-Walburge district celebrates. A torch-lit market, shows, a grand public dance, bric-a-brac sales, games and free activities as well as a procession through the district’s streets are just a few of the events you can enjoy during these several crazy days. September.

The Liège International Comic Festival. September.

The Heritage Days are organised throughout Belgium on the second weekend of September. Each year, the region of Liège enthusiastically takes part and presents its finest assets to the public. With exceptional openings, unique access, conferences, concerts and guided tours, each year this weekend attracts even bigger audiences of inquisitive or informed visitors. September.

In the four corners of the Province, vast numbers of people can enjoy the many cultural, sporting or traditional activities on offer. September.

The Summer Beer Lovers’ Festival is an invitation to discover the craft beers of Wallonia. At the heart of Liège, at the Espace Tivoli (in the Place du Marché square), thirty brewers will be demonstrating their craftsmanship and the fruits of their labours. September.

On the first Saturday in October, Liège unveils its side streets, court yards, stairways, terraces and paths, all subtly lit and cheerfully enlivened in a magic illuminated setting with a festival atmosphere. October.

The Liège Fair is the biggest fun fair in Belgium with more than 170 different attractions over 1 km! October.

The Liège Organ Festival takes place each year in the autumn and gives pride of place to the leading European organists, sometimes accompanied by another musician or a group of singers. October.

RECIPROCITY, the design triennial in Liège. Reciprocity and design at the service of social innovation are the underlying themes of RECIPROCITY. October – November.

Faithful to the time-old Germanic tradition of Christmas markets, in the heart of the city, Liège’s Christmas Village recreates the special and magical spirit of the Christmas festivities. However, faithful also to its Latin character, with the support of its Council of Villagers and many food-purveying chalets, the Christmas Village innovates in a festive and friendly atmosphere that has become its distinctive feature, distinguishing it from its fellow markets in Germany and Alsace. November – December.

Liège’s Christmas Skating Rink is an ideal and integral part of the end of year festivities, thanks to a broad-ranging programme of activities, developed as part of the “Liège, Christmas City” concept. It is present on the Place de la Cathédrale square for 5 weeks. November – December.

A biennial photography and visual arts festival. February – March.