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Ommegang Pageant
When:
1 January-31 December 2021
Location:
Tradition meets spectacle as Brussels celebrates 500 years of Belgian pride. Brussels celebrates its historical heritage with the Ommegang, the folkloristic medieval parade on the Grand Place. The walk about takes place in several Belgian cities but its in Brussels that this procession finds its perfect blend of grand formality and spectacularity.
The event starts with a flag procession and a horse parade, followed by the representatives of the citys crafts and trades marching to the Grand Place in traditional clothes. More than 600 participants take part at this procession that is attended by the Royal family and their guests. After the march has ended, several spectacles, fire and laser shows and medieval jousting matches take place at the Grand Place till late in the evening.
The Ommegang is an extremely popular event in Brussels. With only 3.000 places available for the closing show, its highly recommended to purchase tickets in advance via the event website or the Brussels tourist office.
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