Brussels Jazz Weekend 2025
Brussels Jazz Weekend is a free, city-wide music festival that takes place every spring. For three days, Brussels fills with the sound of live jazz, from classic swing to funky grooves and modern fusion.
Concerts take place across the city: in public squares, parks, bars, and clubs. It’s a chance to hear top local and international artists in a relaxed, open-air setting. All for free.
When is the Iris Festival in Brussels?
2025 Dates
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Friday 23 to Sunday 25 May 2025
Main Times
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Concerts usually run from afternoon to late evening
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Evening headliners start around 20:00
Price
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All concerts are free
What to Expect from Brussels Jazz Weekend?
Brussels Jazz Weekend brings together over 100 concerts in one weekend, spread across open-air stages and indoor venues.
Main Highlights:
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Big stages at Grand Place, Sablon, and Place Sainte-Catherine
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Street jazz acts performing around the city centre
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Late-night sessions in jazz bars and clubs
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Family-friendly shows during the day
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Self-guided jazz walks through historic Brussels
Why Is Brussels Jazz Weekend Held?
The Brussels Jazz Weekend started in 2017 as a way to make jazz accessible to everyone. Brussels has a long jazz history, with artists from all over the world performing here since the 1920s.
The festival celebrates that heritage by bringing music out of concert halls and into public spaces. It’s about sharing live music with the whole city, supporting local talent, and bringing people together through rhythm and improvisation.
How to Get the Brussels Jazz Weekend?
Address: Grand Place, Sablon, and Place Sainte-Catherine
Car: Avoid driving. Streets near major stages may be closed. Use public transport.
By Foot: Most concerts happen in central Brussels, easy to walk between stages.
Bus: Multiple city lines connect to all major areas. Some may be rerouted during the event.
Metro:
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Grand Place: Gare Centrale (Lines 1 & 5)
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Place Sainte-Catherine: Sainte-Catherine (Lines 1 & 5)
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Sablon: Louise or Porte de Namur (Lines 2 & 6)
F.A.Q’s about the Brussels Jazz Weekend
Do I need to book tickets?
No. All shows are open access. Just arrive early for the best spots.
Is the event family-friendly?
Yes, especially the daytime concerts in public squares.
Can I bring my own drinks or food?
In public squares, yes—but please be respectful and tidy. Some areas have food trucks or drink stalls.
What if it rains?
Most concerts are outdoors, so bring an umbrella or raincoat. Some bars and clubs host indoor sets.
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