Medieval Market Etterbeek 2025

Activities Highlight for 30th Edition

For the past 29 years, one of the key events in the Etterbeek municipality is the Medieval Market (Marché Médiéval d’Etterbeek). Participants will have three days of unforgettable memory through the discovery of the Middle Ages, its folklore, and its traditions over the weekend. This year, it will be a 3-day fun affair from 30 May to 1 June 2025 @ Parc du Cinquantenaire, Brussels.

The Medieval Market usually happens three days before Pinkstermaandag (though it is an exception in 2025). Also known as Whit Monday, or Pentecost Monday, it is a Christian holiday that commemorates the descent of the Holy Ghost upon the disciples of Jesus Christ, according to the New Testament of the Bible.

In this 30th edition highlight of the festival in Brussels, you can expect a lot of folkloristic characters and crafts come true right before your eyes like saddlers, blacksmiths, potters, carpenters, stonecutter, archers and arrows, etc. A hundred artisans and exhibitors come from France, Germany, Luxembourg and Poland for this commemorative tradition.

There will also be a demonstration of sword fighting by the knights from no less than three companies. The Belgian Federation of Medieval Fencing will also be present. Mesnie du Phoenix, a medieval company of craftsmen proposing different workshops in addition to the present camp: hangman wandering, calligraphy and illumination workshop, sewing and embroidery.

Throughout the weekend, the musical group “Varius Coloribus” and “Acus Vaccum” will take charge of the musical performance and concerts. No less than 180 exhibitors from all over Belgium and throughout Europe will present their artisan products.

Gourmands will be pampered for choices among medieval food stalls carried out in the Middle Ages. Trades such as blacksmiths, stonemasons, master tailors, and manufacturers of arrows and bows come live at this majestic event. A special highlight will be a wooden rail horse on a pyramid of medieval maps.

Be curious about the taste difference between medieval times as compared to modern times. The mentioned activities consist of only a part of all the activities proposed during the 30th Medieval Market of Etterbeek. Be there to witness the knights in shining armour!

Operating Hours 2025

The event will enchant the public on Cinquantenaire Park (around the fountain) on the three dates:

• Friday, 30 May 2025:  4 pm to 10 pm
• Saturday, 31 May 2025:  10 am to 10 pm
• Sunday, 1 June 2025: 10 am to 8 pm

How to Go to Parc du Cinquantenaire by Train?

The nearest metro station to alight is Bruxelles-Schuman. Walk approximately 6 minutes for 500 metres.

Celebrating 30 Years of the Medieval Market

Join the celebration of three decades of history, tradition, and community spirit! To mark the 30th anniversary of the Etterbeek Medieval Market, the Culture and Entertainment departments are teaming up to present a special anniversary exhibition. From 5 to 16 June 2025, visit the Free Entry Area of the communal hotel and take a nostalgic journey through time.

The exhibition features a vibrant collection of posters from the past 30 years, iconic costumes, memorable objects, and a unique immersive experience that brings the spirit of the medieval market to life. Want to dive deeper into the celebrations? Discover the full program of events, activities, and entertainment planned for the 30th Medieval Market of Etterbeek.

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