BRUSSELS: BANAD Festival is back for its 10th edition, Tickets On Sale Now

Brussels Art Nouveau and Art Deco (BANAD) festival returns this year for its 10th edition. 

Running over three weekends in March 2026, the tickets are on sale now.
During these weekends, over 60 venues will open their doors to the public. You can see townhouses, villas, public buildings, factories and more. Twelve of the participating sites are on view for the very first time this year.

WHEN: From Saturday 14th March until Sunday 29th March 2026 (Weekends)
WHERE: Across Brussels
MORE INFORMATION: Here & Tickets Here

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BELGIUM: The World's First Shooting Range Bar has opened in Brussels

You wouldn't be wrong for thinking that shooting and alcohol is a thing of Westerns, but did you know that recently opened in Brussels is "Shooters"; the world's first shooting range bar?

Why not pop along for an unforgettable shooting experience in the heart of Brussels Nightlife. Friends night out, birthdays, date night, team-building or just because you fancy a night out with a difference, this has to be up there!

WHERE: Shooters Bar, Rue Antoine Dansaert 25, 1000 Brussels
MORE INFORMATION: Here or email brussels@theshootingbar.com

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SHAPE: Food Truck Calendar February 2026

Here's the Food Truck Calendar for the month; tantalise your tastebuds with flavours from around the world!

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BELGIUM: Sound & Light Luminescence Show at the Cathedral of Saints Michael & Gudula in Brussels throughout February 2026

Discover this sound and light show taking you deep into the secrets of a legendary monument. 

A true masterpiece of Brabantine Gothic, the cathedral has dominated Brussels since the 13th century. Having been a site of Royal Ceremonies and National Celebrations over the centuries, this incredible sound and light show is an inclusive and modern addition.

A unique sensory journey where light and music unite to bring eight centuries of history back to life. Projections transform the stone into a living work of art, revealing the full beauty and power of this jewel of Brussels’ heritage.

WHEN: All of February 2026 

WHERE: Cathedral of Saints Michael & Gudula, Rue de la Chancellerie 9, Brussels 

MORE INFORMATION & TICKETS: Here

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Brunssum: Explorer Tots Group at JFC Brunssum

 

'Explorer Tots' community group at JFC Brunssum. The inclusive group, aimed at parents and tots aged 0-3 (and also those expecting a baby), is designed to offer an interactive environment for both parents and little ones to play, talk and engage with the British community.

Brunssum: JFC Brunssum Library Story time on Mondays

 

Information provided by Brunssum HIVE.

Brunssum: The Tri-Border Walking Club

The Tri-Border Walking Club

If you've been looking for a fun, friendly and flexible way to explore the beautiful trails around our region, this is your sign to join us!

Reasons to join:

• Monthly route are approximately 8-10 km of easy/moderate terrain, perfect for all ages and fitness levels.
• Why walk with us?
• No pressure! We use Outdooractive app, so you can walk at your own pace and leave early if you need to.
• New routes every month to discover hidden gems in the Tri-Border area.
• Fantastic ways to meet new people and enjoy the great outdoors.

If you like the sound of this and want to join us all season, membership is just €35 per family for the duration of your deployment here.

Find all the details about our club on the JFC Brunssum website or on our Facebook Group.

Any questions?

Just send our Club President an email at: triborderwalking@hotmail.com

Information provided by Brunssum HIVE.

Brunssum: Fitness classes at The Hub

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Brunssum: The Music Club has officially started for 2026

The Music Club is established as a MWA community-requested activity operating under Joint Force Command Brunssum (JFCBS)

The purpose of the club is to increase cohesion within the JFCBS community by creating opportunities to play and listen to the live music together. The Music Club is a self-sustaining non-profit community requested activity, established for the benefit of its members and the JFCBS community.

View the Music Club website for more details: https://brunssum-music-club.com/

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Celebrating ten years of Joining Forces: building financial resilience

Celebrating ten-years of Joining Forces: building financial resilience

A decade of partnership between three leading credit unions has helped thousands of Defence people save, borrow responsibly and build financial resilience.

On Monday 19 January, at the Palace of Westminster, guests celebrated the tenth anniversary of Joining Forces – a collaboration consisting of Serve & Protect, First Defence Finance, and Forces Finance (part of London Mutual Credit Union), working with the MOD to offer tailored financial services for Defence people.