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• The American & Canadian Reading Group

  • Start
    08 Feb 2023
  • End
    10 Dec 2025
  •  
  • Schedule
    28 sessions
  • Location
    See event details.

  The American & Canadian Reading Group

  
  

  On the second Wednesday of the month, from 19:00  to 21:00 you are invited to join our Reading Group to discuss the book-of-the-month, written by an American or Canadian author. We meet once a month, our evening get-together is in the Brussels area.  

  Reading Group guidelines/criteria:

  We look for great authors who write in English, available for purchase in shops or online, not more than 300-400 pages, and prefer those that have a score of at least 4/5 on Goodreads.  The books do not have to be recent; they can also be ones you loved, and we might have missed.

  Interested in joining the Reading Group? 

  The Reading Group meets in member's homes in Brussels and the surrounding area.  As such, it is restricted to members of the AWCB and ACB.  Current members of the AWCB and ACB are encouraged to reach out bookclub@awcb.org with any questions. 

  Non members can find the conditions to join either club on their respective websites

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  Book-of-the-Month Discussions

  October 8, 2025

  Cold Comfort Farm, by Stella Gibbons

  
  

  https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/92780.Cold_Comfort_Farm?ref=nav_sb_ss_1_17

  Reading Group members are invited to register for the discussion evening, kindly hosted by Karin. The exact location will be shared with confirmed participants.

  REGISTER HERE

  12 November, 2025

  The Lion Women of Tehran, by Marjan Kamali
  

  
  

  https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/199798217-the-lion-women-of-tehran?ref=nav_sb_ss_1_18

  Reading Group members are invited to register for the discussion evening, kindly hosted by Linda. The exact location will be shared with confirmed participants.

  REGISTER HERE

  10 December

  The Choice, by Edit Eger

  
  

  https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/30753738-the-choice?ref=nav_sb_ss_1_11

  Reading Group members are invited to register for the discussion evening, kindly hosted by Jan. The exact location will be shared with confirmed participants.

  REGISTER HERE

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• Borderless Living: How to Create Freedom and Financial Security for Americans Abroad

  • When
    30 Sep 2025
  •  
    2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    zoom (link in the event details)

  Partner Event 

  Meet Brian Dunhill: Author of Borderless Living

  September 30, 2025, 2 PM Brussels time zone

  Online - Registration link

  Borderless Living is a practical guide for Americans abroad who want to build financial freedom and long-term security.  Brian is an Ameircan who used to live in Brussels, now lives in the UK, is a past President of the ACB, and his company Dunhill Financial is a club sponsor for many years, we appreiciate his patronage!  

  Drawing on years of experience advising U.S. expats, Brian Dunhill explains how to navigate banking, investing, taxes, and retirement when you live outside the United States. Clear, straightforward, and written with expats in mind, the book helps readers turn the challenges of living overseas into opportunities for a confident financial future.  

  
  

  Special Book Offer on September 30th 

  To celebrate the launch of Borderless Living: How to Create Freedom and Financial Security for Americans Abroad, the book will be offered for $0.99 for one day - on September 30th!   You can purchase the book on Amazon here:  link

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• Zero Waste Art

  • When
    30 Sep 2025
  •  
    7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
  • Location
    The Nine, 69 Rue Archimede, Brussels

  ZERO WASTE ART | Exploring Circular Economy in the Art World

  The event will begin with an interactive introduction by Dr. Audrey-Flore Ngomsik, CEO of Trianon Scientific Communication, designed to introduce participants to the concept of circular economy in art, making this complex topic accessible and engaging for everyone.

  Our panel discussion will delve into the practical realities of creating art within circular economy principles, examining how sustainable practices manifest differently across various artistic contexts and cultural backgrounds. We'll explore how for some artists, sustainability represents a conscious environmental choice, while for others, these practices are culturally ingrained or natural ways of living.

  
  

  Panel Focus Areas

  • Defining Circular Economy in Art: Understanding what sustainable art practices mean in today's context

  • Cultural Perspectives: Exploring how different cultural backgrounds influence approaches to sustainable art

  • Practical Challenges: Discussing the real-world obstacles artists face when adopting zero waste practices

  • Consumer Impact: Examining how art buyers can drive industry-wide environmental consciousness

  • Showcase of Sustainable Artworks: Featuring actual examples of zero waste art practices

  
  

  Featured Panellists

  • Ann-Christine Racette - Artist and Founder of Sapientera, bringing invaluable expertise in sustainable art practices.

  • Sandra Agbessi - Co-founder and Artistic Director of the Brussels Africa Center, offering unique cultural perspectives on sustainability in art.

  Both panellists will share insights about their respective approaches to sustainable practices and present examples of their work, creating a rich dialogue about the future of environmentally conscious art.

  Why Attend?

  This event offers a unique opportunity to:

  • Learn about circular economy principles in an artistic context

  • Discover how your art purchasing decisions can create positive environmental impact

  • Explore diverse cultural approaches to sustainable art practices

  • Connect with like-minded individuals committed to sustainable living

  • Support artists who prioritize environmental responsibility
  
  

  ZERO WASTE ART continues our mission to transform how we think about consumption and sustainability, demonstrating that choosing sustainable art can drive the entire industry toward more environmentally conscious practices.

  This event is part of an ongoing series exploring sustainable living practices for the general public. It is organized by Trianon Scientific Communication and hosted by The Nine and is open to the public. 
  
  Register here:  

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• Feast of the King

  • When
    03 Oct 2025
  •  
    7:30 PM
  • Location
    LE Roy d'Espagne, 1 Grand Place, 1000 Brussels
  • Spaces left
    6

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  Feast of the King

    3 October 7:30PM

  Le Roy d'Espagne

  
  

  Join us at the Roy d'Espagne for a festive evening combining history, gastronomy, and entertainment, with trumpets, juggling, troubadours, and other marvels bringing the atmosphere of Charles V’s time back to life.

  This year of our era, at precisely 7:30 pm, on Friday October 3. The gates of Le Roy d’Espagne shall open for a second exceptional evening:The Charles V Dinner-Show:  Trumpets, juggling, troubadours and other marvels will enchant the vigil.

  Menu of the Feast of the King: The choice of dishes must be provided when booking.

  • Starter: Chimay cheese croquette or Puff pastry with field snails
  • Main course: The King’s vol-au-vent (voted 3rd best in all Brussels by popular acclaim) or North Sea fish waterzooi
  • Sweet delights to close the feast:  Belgian dark chocolate mousse or Rice pudding with flowing caramel
  • To drink: Spring water in abundance – Package of 2 drinks to choose from: Draft beers (Jupiler, Leffe blonde or brown), House wines of the King (12.5 cl)

  Event Details:

  Date: Friday,  October 3, 2025
  Time: 7:30 p.m.
  Place: Roy d'Espagne, 1 Grand Place 1000, Brussels, Belgium

  Price: 65 euros for members and 70 euros for non-members.

  ️ Seats are limited… Don’t miss the chance to be part of this fabulous event!

  
  

  REGISTER HERE 

   Cancellations are possible until 12:00 on Wednesday, October 1. Participants cancelling after this time, as well as no-shows, are charged the full cost of the event.

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• Mbedza & Community Kitchen

  • When
    04 Oct 2025
  •  
    7:30 PM
  • Location
    Holy Trinity Church Hall,29 Rue Captitaine Crespel, 1050 Brussels

  Event of Interest 

  Mbedza & Community Kitchen -
  

  Fundraiser Charity Concert

  
  

  Please join the Community Kitchen and Mbedza Belgium on October 4th at 19.30. Purchase your ticket now: https://fienta.com/ckmbedza

  

  
  

  The Community Kitchen and Mbedza Belgium are proud to present Harvest Moon, a charity fundraiser that includes a 2 course meal, Malawi textiles shop, and  the folk duo Shindig.
  

  Programme:
  19.30 | Doors, bar & market opens
  20.00 | Dinner is served
  21.00 | Concert begins
  
  Tickets are 10 EUR in advance (15 EUR at the door) with dinner available for 10 EUR.
  
  Meet Mbedza: Mbedza works to fight poverty in Malawi by fostering better community health, combatting climate change, contributing to a better quality of life, and supplementing local education. Proceeds from the event will go to Mbedza’s Songani Centre for community health which works to fight against HIV in the country. Learn more about Mbedza here: https://mbedza.org/community-health
  
  Meet the Community Kitchen: The Community Kitchen strives to create a Brussels-wide community of volunteers and donors committed to ensuring that no one in our city goes hungry. We are a diverse community of cooks who come together every day to prepare nourishing meals for people in need. From our base at Holy Trinity Brussels, our meals are sent out across the city to humanitarian, refugee and other food distribution centres. The Community Kitchen also operates a weekly food bank and cafe providing essential food items to families and individuals in our city. Learn more about the Community Kitchen here: https://communitykitchen.be/

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• Dunhill Financial: Q3 Economic Update

  • When
    08 Oct 2025
  •  
    2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Online

  Partner Event 

  DF Direct: Q3 Economic Update 

  

  Join Dunhill Financial for a webinar where they will discuss recent economic trends and developments on how they see the economy and markets evolving in the coming months, and how this affects their strategy going forward.

  
  

  Register here to attend:  DF-Direct Presents

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• The Arts Society Brussels Lectures

  • Start
    08 Oct 2025
  •  
  • End
    13 May 2026
  • Schedule
    8 sessions
  • Location
    Woluwe-St-Lambert Town Hall, Avenue Paul Hymans 2

  EVENT OF INTEREST

  The Arts Society Brussels 

  Lecture Programme 2025 / 2026

  The illustrated talks are given by accredited lecturers and are held at: Woluwe-St-Lambert Town Hall, Avenue Paul Hymans 2 (metro Tomberg)

  Doors open: 19h30 with drinks. Talks start at 20h00 

  Guest fee: €15 (Pay at the door) 

  For more information visit the Arts Society website: https://theartssociety.org/brussels

  
  

  Wednesday 08 October 2025

  Charles I, King and Collector by Barbara Askew

  
  

  Wednesday 05 November 2025

  Puzzling Out Picasso by Alan Read

  
  

  Wednesday 10 December 2025

  What About Beauty? - Art Deco with/versus Modernism by Olaf Winkler

  
  

  Wednesday 14 January 2026

  Oil and Old Masters: Calouste Gulbenkian as collector and Oil Titan By Prof. Jonathan Conlin

  
  

  Wednesday 04 February 2026

  Art and Revolution : The Russian avant-garde during the Steel Age by Rosamund Bartlett

  
  

  Wednesday 04 March 2026

  Exploring Bach’s St Matthew Passion by Sandy Barnett

  
  

  Wednesday 08 April 2026

  A Tale of Vanity Fair : Constable’s Treslove Portraits Re-discovered by Sara Cove

  
  

  Wednesday 13 May 2026

  Berthe Morisot : Shaping impressionism by Dr Lois Oliver

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• Indian Rock Concert - CACTUS

  • When
    11 Oct 2025
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • Location
    NOVA Machelen, Kerklaan 19, Machelen (Brussels)

  For the first time ever in Europe, the legendary Indian rock band from Bengal, CACTUS, is coming to Brussels to celebrate the 5th anniversary of Tero Parbon with an unforgettable and electrifying night filled with raw emotion, unforgettable music, and timeless anthems that defined a generation.

  

  Tickets are limited — don’t miss your chance to be part of this historic event! Discounted price for young music lovers. Kids of 12 years and below are free.

  Register here:  https://www.teroparbon.be/event-details/cactus-band-music-concert

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• ACB Monthly Bowling Evening

  • When
    13 Oct 2025
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
  • Location
    Brussels Bowling, Av. des Saisons 92c, Ixelles (Brussels)
  • Spaces left
    9

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  ACB Bowling Night

  Due to popular demand, we are re-launching a Brussels bowling evening each month at a favourite haunt - Brussels Bowling - the photo below is from an ACB bowling night there in 2016!  

  

  
  

  Brussels Bowling is a small, quaint bowling alley in Ixelles with 6 bowling lanes and nice leather seating.  It is 2 blocks from the Boulevard General Jacques and the tram line running there and an 8 minute walk from the Etterbeek train station.   Street parking is available but can be challenging so allow some extra time to find parking. 

  
  

  
  

  Event fees: 

  Members:  29 euros 

  Partner club:  33 euros

  Non-members:  35 euros 

  The event fee includes 2 bowling games, bowling shoe rental and 3 finger sandwiches that we will provide (with meat and vegetarian fillings).  Drinks are available at the cash bar (they also take American Express).  You can feel free to bring along extra snacks like chips, pretzels, or whatever else you fancy (but drinks must only be purchased at the bar). 

  Please register by noon on October 10th so we can organize the sandwiches and confirm numbers to the bowling alley.  You can register here to attend:  https://www.americanclubbrussels.org/event-6339147

  We look forward to seeing you there!  

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• Theater: TICK, TICK...BOOM!

  • Start
    14 Oct 2025
  • End
    02 Nov 2025
  • Location
    Stassart House - Rue de Stassart 34, Brussels

  
  

  Event of Interest

  
  

  The Bridge Theatre proudly presents...

  tICK, TICK...BOOM!

  14 October  – 2 November, 20:00

   Stassart House - Rue de Stassart 34, Brussels

  
  

  We are thrilled to announce that ACB members get a 10% discount to the Brigde Theatre's latest theatrical production: tick, tick...BOOM! A musical by Jonathan Larson, the creator of Rent, directed and choreographed by Ewan Jones. 

  Jon, an aspiring composer, is nearing 30 and feeling the pressure. While waiting tables, he struggles to finish the musical he hopes will change everything. But time is ticking — his girlfriend wants to leave the city, his best friend has chosen a corporate path, and Jon is torn between security and a dream that may never come true. Fueled by a driving rock score, this semi-autobiographical story pulses with passion, doubt, and possibility.

  This renowned musical which received a movie adaptation by Netflix a couple of years ago is now coming to Belgium for the first time ever by The Bridge Theatre.
  
  Starring Djavan van de Fliert (Frozen, Les Misérables – West End), Dan Buckley (The Book of Mormon – West End), and Laura Marie Benson (Madagascar The Musical – UK & International Tour).

  Come to a Play and Stay for a Talk
  Join us after selected performances for special Post-Show Talks with inspiring guest speakers. We’ll dive into the play’s central theme — The Price of Ambition — and reflect on how it resonates with our own lives today. Pick up a drink at the bar and settle back in for a relaxed 30–45 minute conversation you won’t want to miss.

  Event details: 

  • tick, tick...BOOM! by Jonathan Larson, directed and choreographed by Ewan Jones
  • Date & Time: 14 October - 2 November 2025, Tuesday-Saturday at 20:00, Sundays at 15:00
  • Venue: Stassart House - Rue de Stassart 34, Brussels  
  • Language: English
  • For more information and tickets: https://thebridge.brussels/ticktickboom 
  • ACB Members get a 10% discount, online bookings only (not valid at the door). To receive your ACB member code, please email us at info@americanclubbrussels.org. Then choose the performance you wish to attend on the Bridge website, select the tickets you wish to purchase (type and quantity) and the option to insert a promo code is below that on the same page. 

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• Portuguese wine discovery tour: From Albariño to Porto

  • When
    16 Oct 2025
  •  
    7:30 PM - 10:30 PM
  • Location
    Le comptoir Rodin Avenue Auguste Rodin 8 1050 Ixelles
  • Spaces left
    0

  PARTNER EVENT: 

  SOLD OUT - Portuguese wine discovery tour: From Albariño to Porto

  16 October 2025 - 19:30-22:30

  Le comptoir Rodin

  Avenue Auguste Rodin 8 1050 Ixelles

  
  

  This event is now sold out, waitlist only.

  Join our partner Terre Mieli Cieli for a special  wine  tasting which will feature some new and old favorites from several different wine-growing areas of Portugal. 

  While we can't do justice to the entirety of Portugal's amazing wines in one evening, we'll taste a selection of fine white and red wines from North to South. As usual, the focus will be on local grape varieties such as Alvarinho, Encruzado, Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz, Touriga Franca and the Moscatel de Setubal.

  As usual, all the wines will be paired with plenty of good food.

  Book early to reserve your spot! Participation is limited to the first 30 people who sign up.

  PLEASE REGISTER HERE

  Cancellations are possible until noon on 13 October, 2025. Participants cancelling after this time, as well as no-shows, are charged the full cost of the event.

  
  

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• ACB Taste of Brussels - Au Grand Forestier

  • When
    18 Oct 2025
  •  
    7:00 PM
  • Location
    2 Ave. du Grand Forestier, Watermael-Boitsfort
  • Spaces left
    12

   

  ACB Taste of Brussels 

  Please join us as we try out restaurants in and around Brussels. From the chic to the understated, please join us and explore together!  This month we will discover: 

  
  

   Au Grand Forestier 

  Please join the American Club of Brussels for a memorable dinner at Au Grand Forestier, a charming restaurant perfectly nestled on the edge of the Sonian Forest in Watermael-Boitsfort. Surrounded by timeless greenery, this elegant location offers a serene and picturesque setting, creating the ideal backdrop for an evening of fine dining and warm company. 

  
  

  Beyond its enchanting location, Au Grand Forestier is celebrated for its exceptional cuisine. The restaurant belongs to the same distinguished group that manages Au Vieux Saint Martin in the Sablon, a Brussels institution renowned for its culinary excellence. Here, you can expect a carefully crafted menu featuring flavors that embrace both Belgian tradition and refined gastronomy, ensuring every dish delights the palate.

  This evening promises not only exquisite food and a beautiful setting but also a chance to enjoy conviviality among fellow members and new friends. We look forward to sharing this wonderful experience with you and to discovering together why Au Grand Forestier is considered one of Brussels’ gems for both ambiance and gastronomy! 

  
  

  3 Course Menu:

  
  

  includes still/sparking water, 1/3 bottle of red or white wine and coffee/tea per person

   

  Appetizer - choice of:  

  Fresh Scottish salmon carpaccio (Red Label) served with toast 

  or 

  Homemade melted Parmesan croquettes with lemon & fried parsley

  Main course - choice of: 

  Our Vol-au-vent (with organic chicken), French fries 

  or 

  Gibraltar Red Tuna steak, choron sauce, boiled potatoes

  
  

  Dessert course - choice of: 

  Classic Dame Blanche: vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, melted hot Belgian chocolate 

  or 

  The delicious Belgian chocolate mousse ‘Melba’ (served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream)

  
  

  
  

  Coffee/tea – Biscuits

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  The menu is 80 euros for ACB members and 85 for non-members. Places are limited, so please register here to save your place before October 5th: https://www.americanclubbrussels.org/event-6339778

  Please register by 14:00 on October 5, 2025.  Cancellations will not be possible after this date as we have to prepay the restaurant. 

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• ACB Public speaking workshop: Powerful communication using the voice and body

  • When
    21 Oct 2025
  •  
    6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
  • Location
    Prince Albert Club, Rue des Petit Carmes/Karmelietenstraat 20, Brussels

  Register

  Public Speaking Workshop:

  Powerful communication using the voice and body

  Nervous about public speaking?  Or just want to enchance your communication skills?  Join us for a fun, impactful and interactive workshop with expert Business Communication Coach, Melanie Hussell, at the historic Prince Albert Club, on October 21st and up your public speaking game!   

  

  Our fun and interactive workshop "Powerful communication using the voice and body" will help you to learn tips and skills to present more confidently and clearly, and in turn enable you and your ideas to have more impact! Following the 1.5 hour workshop we'll enjoy tasty sandwiches and refreshments in the impressive Karmeliet Room. 

       

  We are lucky to have access to the beautiful, members-only, Prince Albert Club, through an ACB member.  It is centrally located just off the Petit Sablon and boasts grand rooms with old world style and charm.  This location provides several public transport options, as well as parking behind the building.

  
  

  Prices: 

  Members: 40 euros 

  Non-members: 55 euros 

  Please register here by October 14th to secure your place: https://www.americanclubbrussels.org/event-6338480    

  

  Melanie Hussell is a Business Communication Coach based in Brussels who helps professionals present with clarity and confidence—transforming fears into impact. Drawing on her background as a European senior manager and over a decade of coaching experience, she specialises in five key areas: Presentation Skills, Language, Voice & Body, Pronunciation and Visual Storytelling. Short video on her services here. 

  Her mission? To empower professionals to communicate their ideas clearly and confidently making the impact they deserve – regardless of gender, culture, age, accent or English level – while helping companies increase their impact and profits. https://melaniehussell.com/ 

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• Last Days of Pompeii

  • When
    23 Oct 2025
  • Location
    Brussels Expo - Terminal 1

  Event of Interest 

  The last Days of Pompeii - the Immersive Exhibition 

  You must reserve tickets here:  https://pompeii-experience.com/bruxelles/en/#tickets

  Runs from October 23, 2025 - March 8, 2026

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Halloween Craft and Treat

  • Start
    25 Oct 2025
  •  
    11:00 AM
  • End
    26 Oct 2025
  •  
    2:00 PM
  • Location
    American Groceries Europe, Gebroeders Danhieuxstraat 5, Overijse 3090

  ACB PARTNER EVENT:

  Halloween Fun: Crafts and Treat

  

  REGISTER ON THE AGE WEBSITE 

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• AWCB monthly Bowling Night!

  • When
    27 Oct 2025
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    The Bowl Factory:Ch. de Nivelles 29-31, Braine L’Alleud/Waterloo

  PARTNER EVENT: Come out to play at AWCB monthly Bowling Night!   Bowling Night is open to AWCB Members, partner Club members and guests. Test your skills against our hosts, the Dancing Bowler and the Bowling Shark, at this fun filled event.  No bowling experience necessary; the fee includes two games of bowling, a drink and a pack of chips.  Match starts at 7pm and last approximately two hours.   Take up the challenge; try to be the AWCB Bowling “Champ of the Month"! MORE DETAILS AND REGISTER ON THE AWCB WEBSITE

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• US Tax Updates - for Americans living in Belgium

  • When
    29 Oct 2025
  •  
    8:00 PM - 8:45 PM
  • Location
    Online

  US Tax Updates

  for Americans living in Belgium   

  
  

  Are you an American living in Belgium and have some questions about how to file your taxes?   Then join us for this informative webinar given by Carl Mir of Mir Tax Services.  Carl is an American who used to live in Belgium so he has a wealth of first hand experience and knowledge for the specific tax issues that Americans living in Belgium face.  https://mirtaxes.com/

  
  

  

  
  

  This event is free for ACB members and 5 euros for non-members. 

  
  

  Register here for this webinar and we will send you the link to the call afterwards:  https://www.americanclubbrussels.org/event-6360978

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• ACB Final Friday

  • When
    31 Oct 2025
  •  
    6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
  • Location
    Le cercueil, Rue de Hereng 10 & 12, Brussels (15 meters from the Grand Place)
  • Spaces left
    19

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  ACB FINAL FRIDAY  

  October 31, 18:30 - 21:30    

  Le Cercueil

  Rue de Hereng 10 & 12, Brussels

  (15 meters from the Grand Place)

  Join the American Club of Brussels for our monthly Friday drinks at the Brussels most goulish bar:  Le Cercueil (the Coffin)!  

  
  

  As its October 31st, we are having this Final Friday at a Halloween themed bar! Le Cercueil first openened in 1974, making it Brussel's oldest macabre bar, complete with grim reapers, dark skeletons, coffins and devilish cocktail names.

  For those who are new to the ACB and our Friday drinks, each month we meet at a location around Brussels for our monthly get-together. This is a great opportunity to mingle and socialize with new and old friends in Brussels in a fun and relaxing environment. So, bring your friends, all are welcome!
  

  Event Details:

  Date: Friday,  October 31, 2025
  Time: 6:30-9:30 p.m.
  Place: Le Cercueil, Rue de Harengs 10 & 12, 1000, Brussels, Belgium (15 meters from the Grand Place) 

  Price: 5 euros for members and 10 euros for non-members entry fee. Cash bar, based on your own consumption (drinks and finger food). Please note the venue takes payments by card only.

  Please register here:  https://www.americanclubbrussels.org/event-6317139

  Cancellations are possible until 12:00 on Wednesday, October 29. Participants cancelling after this time, as well as no-shows, are charged the full cost of the event. 
  

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• Kids Halloween Trick or Treat party & Spooky Walk

  • When
    01 Nov 2025
  •  
    4:00 PM - 6:30 PM
  • Location
    Private ranch in Huldenberg; address given after registration
  • Spaces left
    60

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  Kids HALLOWEEN

  Trick or Treat Party & Spooky Walk

  
  

  Join us for a children's Halloween party full of costumes, candy, and spooky surprises at a one of a kind ranch with an American Wild West inspired barn!  First children will Trick or Treat by visiting the empty horse stalls that are decorated in western style.   

  
  

   

  As dusk falls (±17:00), we’ll head out together on a special Spooky Walk through the neighboring forest - where friendly ghosts, glowing pumpkins, and magical creatures might just appear along the path!  ✨  

  Come dressed in your Halloween best, bring your trick-or-treat bags, and get ready for an evening of fun, laughter, and just the right amount of spooky.  Snacks and drinks will be waiting back at the barn to keep little witches and wizards cozy after the adventure.   (Don't forget to wear study shoes for the walk and bring a flashlight too!) 

    

  The event takes place at a ranch in Huldenberg which is 25 minutes from the center of Brussels and Waterloo (plenty of parking).  The cost for the event includes the trick or treat candy, snacks, soft drinks, juices and the spooky walk for kids and 1 drink each for mom and dad (and the spooky walk too if they wish!):   

  
  

  Members children: 18 euros 

  Partner club children: 20 euros 

  Non-members children: 22 euros

  
  

  Register here before October 22 to attend!  

  https://www.americanclubbrussels.org/event-6361158

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  If you want to stay for our evening dinner & costumer party at the ranch, then click here to register for that event too!  https://www.americanclubbrussels.org/event-6263295

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• ACB Halloween Costume Party

  • When
    01 Nov 2025
  •  
    7:00 PM - 11:30 PM
  • Location
    Private ranch in Huldenberg; address given after registration
  • Spaces left
    58

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  ACB HALLOWEEN COSTUME PARTY

  Join us on the evening of Saturday, November 1st for a spooky-fun Halloween costume party with a classic American BBQ!  The party takes place on a ranch with an American-inspired barn right out of the Wild West.  With its rustic charm, giant US flag, cowboy hats, and vintage US license plates, the setting promises a festive and unforgettable evening.  

   

  The person with the best costume will win a bottle of champagne!  So, put on your best costume and get ready to enjoy great food, drinks, and plenty of Halloween spirit in a one-of-a-kind Western-style atmosphere.  

            

  The ranch is located in Huldenberg and is just 25 minutes from the center of Brussels and 20 minutes from Leuven with plenty of parking (address and directions to be given after registering).  The party cost includes burgers, chicken wings "far west" with BBQ sauce, mac & cheese, coleslaw, salad, water (still & sparkling) and 3 drinks per person (soft drinks, juice, wine and beer). 

  Members:  53 Euros for adults & 25 for kids <12

  Partner Clubs:  57 Euros for adults & 27 for kids <12

  Non-members:  59 Euros for adults & 29 for kids <12 

  Register here by October 18th to attend:  https://www.americanclubbrussels.org/event-6263295

  If you have children that want to get another Trick of Treat session in + a spooky walk in the forest, then register for our event taking place earlier that day, in the late afternoon here:

    https://www.americanclubbrussels.org/event-6361158 

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• 250th Marine Corps Ball

  • When
    08 Nov 2025
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Martin’s Chateau du Lac, Avenue du Lac, Rixsensaert

  Event of Interest 

  250th Marine Corps Ball 

  The 250th Marine Corps Ball on November 8th is a grand affair and US Embassy personnel made us aware that its open to the public so we are sharing the information here!  The ball is being held at the stunning Martin's Chateau du Lac located at Lake Genval in Rixsensaert, which is a short ride outside of Brussels.   

  

  The event is €150 per person and includes a 3 course dinner with wine.  Sales are open now until October 31, 2025.  Payment must be made online here:  https://diplomartbrussels.com/products/250th-marine-ball 

  You can choose your preference for beef, chicken, fish or vegetarian and who you would like to sit by (if you and friends/family are registering separately) by emailing your receipt of purchase to the team managing the ball at:  

  Det Brussels Ball distro email: detbrusselsball@groups.state.gov

  Overnight stay with a discounted room: 

  Discounted hotel rooms (€129/night, breakfast included) are available—please email resa.cdl@martinshotels.com or call the hotel to reserve.  Approximately 60 rooms are blocked - first come, first served. 

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• American Coffee & Cake at Laura Eat Dessert First

  • When
    09 Nov 2025
  •  
    2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
  • Location
    Avenue Georges Henri 234, Woluwe-Saint-Lambert
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  American Coffee & Cake

  at Eat Dessert First by Laura

  
  

  Eat Dessert First by Laura is opening their doors especially for the American Club of Brussels on Sunday, November 9th between 14:30 - 16:30!   

       

  https://www.eatdessertfirst.be/

  The owner and pastry chef, Laura Oppenheimer, is a long time resident of Belgium but originally from California, and she infuses her American roots in everything she makes while focusing on using the highest quality ingredients, organic and locally sourced whenever possible - and of course delicious!  

  

  Laura makes all of the American goodies hard to find in Belgium (and Europe) such as carrott cake, brownies, chocolate cookies, cupcakes, American style birthday cakes and even seasonal specials like pecan and pumpkin pie!  She is supplying her desserts to many US, Belgian and international companies, government entities and associations in Brussels, and we are sure that you are going to love them too! 

  Cost is 6 Euros for ACB members, 8 for partner club members, and 9 Euros for non-members.  

  The price includes a cup of coffee or tea, and as there is so much to choose from - you can pick out your own desserts at the shop to accompany your drink at your own cost.  

  There is limited place so please register here as soon as possible to reserve your place, and at the latest by November 1st:  https://www.americanclubbrussels.org/event-6357608  

  
  

  
  

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• AWCB hosted FAWCO Conference in Brussels

  • Start
    14 Nov 2025
  • End
    16 Nov 2025

  
  

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  FAWCO Region 4 Conference hosted by the AWCB

  
  

  Friday 14th November to Sunday 16th November 2025

  Our partner club, the American Women's Club of Brussels is proud to announce that it will host the 2025 Region 4 FAWCO Conference in Brussels, Belgium.  FAWCO is the Federation of American Women's Clubs Overseas, and their clubs from throughout Region 4 (Belgium & NL), plus senior members of the global FAWCO association, will meet for two days of interesting talks, networking events, best practice sharing and several exciting social events.

  2025 FAWCO Region 4 Conference - Hosted by the AWCB in Brussels

  The event will start with dinner Friday evening at Le Roy d'Espagne, overlooking the Grand Place in Brussels.  Saturday will be full of interesting events and speakers, on topics ranging from Brussels history and architecture, through FAWCO guest speakers, a chance to get to know members from others Clubs and a special event on future FAWCO Co-operation with the EU!  A gala dinner the Saturday night will be followed Sunday morning by a guided tour of Brussels from an expert Architect and will finish with lunch at Chez Francois, rounding off a full weekend of exciting activities.

  For this event we have six ticket types; the main conference itself and then four optional events; attendee should book each Event individually.  We also offer a Full Weekend Package of all the Events at a 10%5 discount!  Please note that if not taking the Package offer, each Event needs to be separately booked, as Wild Apricot does not allow multiple tickets to be selected.  

  The main conference ticket also includes the Gala Dinner.

  1. Friday Welcome Dinner at Le Roy d'Espagne

  2. Guest for the Gala Dinner

  3. Sunday Morning Historical Walking Tour of Brussels

  4. Sunday lunch at Chez Francois

  Special Hotel rates have been negotiated at 160 per night single and 180 double, including breakfast.  To reserve a room please fill in the form found on the Conference web site and submit directly to the hotel.  In case of any questions please contact chris@awcb.org

  For more details and to register, visit the AWCB website here

  
  

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• ACB Taste of Brussels

  • When
    15 Nov 2025

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• The Art of Sake

  • When
    20 Nov 2025
  •  
    7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    The Nine, 69 Rue Archimède, Brussels

  Event of Interest: 

  The Art of Sake

  During this workshop, you will explore the different categories and styles of sake so you can choose them with confidence. You can enjoy it on its own, but it can also be paired with food. And where better to discover it than at The Nine Bar & Restaurant in Brussels, with the guidance of Annabelle Maes, Founder of Kaori Tea & Spices, sake sommelier, and Japanologist passionate about Japanese culture.

  
  

  What you will learn during this workshop:

  • What is sake: how is it made, treated, and aged?
  • Categorization
  • Production process
  • How to store sake
  • How to interpret and describe taste, smell, and appearance

  Experience a unique tasting of 6 sakes with small amuse-bouches made by The Nine Bar & Restaurant.  You will taste around 6 sakes of 6cl each, with an average alcohol content of 14–16%. Please make sure to have eaten something before the tasting.

  Tickets:  

  • Members of The Nine : €53.62 
  • Public : €64.10 

  On the day of the event, avoid wearing perfume, cologne, or strongly scented hair and body products, as this could affect your sense of smell (or that of the people around you).

  Register here to attend: https://www.eventbrite.be/e/the-art-of-sake-a-guided-degustation-experience-tickets-1607214765629?aff=oddtdtcreator
  
  Please let The Nine know at the time of booking if any member of your group has food allergies or dietary requirements: 

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• Wine tasting: Best of Greek wines vertical tasting

  • When
    20 Nov 2025
  •  
    7:30 PM - 10:30 PM
  • Location
    TapaSoif Brussels, Rue De Witte De Haelen 24, 1000 Brussels
  • Spaces left
    20

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  PARTNER EVENT:  

  Best of Greek wines vertical tasting

  20 November  2025 - 19:30-22:30

  TapaSoif, Rue De Witte De Haelen 24, 1000 Brussels

  

  Join our partner Terre Mieli Cieli for a unique "vertical" tasting of newer and older vintages of the same Greek wines.  The tasting will cover four of Greece's most iconic indigenous grape varieties: Mavrofílero and Assyrtiko for the whites, and Agiorgitiko and Xinomavro for the reds. There will be an earlybird wine for those who arrive on time, and a tsipouro at the end!

  As usual, all the wines will be paired with plenty of good Greek food.

  The wines will be presented by Petros Fotopoulos, the agronomist and oenologist who has shared his passion and knowledge about wine at several previous Greek wine tastings.
  

  Unlike other wine tastings organised by Terre Mieli Cieli, which focuses on countries or regions, this wine tasting will explore one of the essential ingredients in the evolution of great wines: time.

  Book early to reserve your spot! Participation is limited to the first 28 people who sign up. The tasting, costs 65 euros for ACB members.

  PLEASE REGISTER HERE

  Cancellations are possible until noon on 17 November, 2025. Participants cancelling after this time, as well as no-shows, are charged the full cost of the event.

   
  

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• AWCB monthly Bowling Night!

  • When
    24 Nov 2025
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    The Bowl Factory:Ch. de Nivelles 29-31, Braine L’Alleud/Waterloo

  PARTNER EVENT: Come out to play at AWCB monthly Bowling Night!   Bowling Night is open to AWCB Members, partner Club members and guests. Test your skills against our hosts, the Dancing Bowler and the Bowling Shark, at this fun filled event.  No bowling experience necessary; the fee includes two games of bowling, a drink and a pack of chips.  Match starts at 7pm and last approximately two hours.   Take up the challenge; try to be the AWCB Bowling “Champ of the Month"! MORE DETAILS AND REGISTER ON THE AWCB WEBSITE

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• ACB Annual Thanksgiving Cocktail & Dinner

  • When
    27 Nov 2025
  •  
    7:00 PM
  • Location
    Brussels Marriott Hôtel Grand Place, Rue Auguste Orts, Grand Place 3-7, 1000 Bruxelles.
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  THANKSGIVING Cocktail & Dinner 2025

  Thursday, November 27, 2025 at 7.00pm

  Brussels Marriott Hôtel Grand Place
  

  

  1050Come join us as we celebrate one of the American Club’s most popular events: a traditional Thanksgiving dinner, consisting of roast turkey with all the trimmings, followed by an assortment of real American pies. This very American event will be held on Thanksgiving itself, i.e., on Thursday, November 27 at 7:00 p.m. at the Brussels Marriott Hôtel Grand Place. Whole turkeys are carved and served family style at tables for eight. It’s just like home, only better, because someone else does the cooking! We look forward to seeing you at one of the Club’s very best annual events!

  Menu:

  Apéritif

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  New England Clam Chowder 

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  Turkey with stuffing

  Mashed potatoes & gravy 

  Sweet potatoes 

  Green beans with mushrooms 

  Corn pudding 

  Cranberry jelly 

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  Assorted pies 

  NB. Please note vegetarian options are available upon request. 

  Event Details:
  Date: Thursday, November 27, 2025
  Time:  7.00 p.m. apéro and dinner starts at 7.30pm
  Place: Brussels Marriott Hôtel Grand Place, Rue Auguste Orts 3-7, 1000 Bruxelles.

  Price: ACB members get a discounted rate at 94 euros. All welcome! Partner Club: 99 euros. Non-members: 104 euros. 

  The dress code is smart casual.

   PLEASE REGISTER HERE 

  Cancellations are possible until noon Sunday 23 November 2025. Participants cancelling after this time, as well as no-shows, are charged the full cost of the event.

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• Dunhill Financial: Q4 Economic Update

  • When
    07 Dec 2025
  •  
    2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Online

  Partner Event 

  DF Direct: Q4 Economic Update 

  

  Join Dunhill Financial on October 8th at 19:00 CET for a webinar where they will discuss recent economic trends and developments on how they see the economy and markets evolving in the coming months, and how this affects their strategy going forward.

  Register here to attend:  

  https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_BA8TyUziT3mWpLUuONX2Dg

  
  

  
  

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• ACB Annual Holiday Party

  • When
    08 Dec 2025

  Save the date for the ACB annual Holiday Party!  

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• Blind wine tasting: Battle of the Bubbles

  • When
    11 Dec 2025
  •  
    7:30 PM - 10:30 PM
  • Location
    Le Comptoir Rodin, Avenue Auguste Rodin 8 1050 Ixelles
  • Spaces left
    20

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   PARTNER EVENT: 

  Blind wine tasting: 8th Annual Battle of Bubbles

  Thursday, December 11 · 7:30 - 10:30pm

  Le Comptoir Rodin, Avenue Auguste Rodin 8 1050 Ixelles
  

  
  

  Back by popular demand! Join our partner Brandon from Terre Mieli Cieli for his 8th annual "Battle of the Bubbles" pairing off four good Champagnes against a few great Bubbles-That-Must-Not-Be-Called-Champagnes from the rest of the world.

  This blind tasting will feature eight sparkling wines, most made in the same traditional method as Champagne, but from a few places you might not expect to make great sparkling wines. To keep things fair and fun, Brandon will cover the labels up-front and ask you to rate each as we go and then and only then will I unveil each wine after you've tasted it.  Who do you think will win this year? Champagne or Rest of World?

  An earlybird wine will reward those who come and help us start on time. ;-)
  

  As usual, the wine will be paired with plenty of good food.  

  The tasting, with a full dinner costs 75 euros for members. Participation is limited to the first 30 people who sign up.

  REGISTER HERE

  Registration and Cancellations are possible until noon on 8 December, 2025. Participants cancelling after this time, as well as no-shows, are charged the full cost of the event.
  

  
  

  
  

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• Dunhill Financial: Q4 Economic Update

  • When
    17 Dec 2025
  •  
    2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Online

  Partner Event 

  DF Direct: Q4 Economic Update 

  

  Join Dunhill Financial for a webinar where they will discuss recent economic trends and developments on how they see the economy and markets evolving in the coming months, and how this affects their strategy going forward.

  
  

  Register here to attend:  https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_BA8TyUziT3mWpLUuONX2Dg

  
  

  
  

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• Holiday cocktails

  • When
    19 Dec 2025
  •  
    6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

  Holiday Cocktails!! 

  

  Price: 5 euros for members and 10 euros for non-members entry fee. Cash bar, based on your own consumption (drinks and finger food). Please note the venue takes payments by card only.

  Please register here:  https://www.americanclubbrussels.org/event-6317139

  Cancellations are possible until 12:00 on Wednesday, October 29. Participants cancelling after this time, as well as no-shows, are charged the full cost of the event. 

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• ACB Holiday Cocktails

  • When
    19 Dec 2025
  •  
    6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
  • Location
    The Nine, 69 Rue Archimède, Brussels
  • Spaces left
    24

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  ACB Holiday Cocktails!!  

  December 19, 18:30 - 21:30    

  
  

  The Nine

  69 Rue Archimède, Brussels 

  
  

  Join the American Club of Brussels for a festive holiday cocktail!  We will meet at The Nine which is famous for its lavish and beautiful holiday decor.  We hope to see you there!

  

  Price: 5 euros for members and 10 euros for non-members entry fee. Cash bar, based on your own consumption (drinks and finger food). Please note the venue takes payments by card only.

  Please register here:  https://www.americanclubbrussels.org/event-6365109
  
  Cancellations are possible until 12:00 on Wednesday, December 17. Participants cancelling after this time, as well as no-shows, will be charged the full cost of the event. 

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• Christmas - public holiday

  • When
    25 Dec 2025

  
  

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• Public holiday: New Year's Day

  • When
    01 Jan 2026

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• ACB FINAL FRIDAY

  • Start
    30 Jan 2026
  • End
    27 Nov 2026
  • Schedule
    10 sessions
  • Location
    TBC
  • Spaces left
    25

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  ACB FINAL FRIDAY  

   Save the Date 

  More details to be announced soon!

  Join the American Club of Brussels for our monthly Friday drinks.

  Are you new to the American Club of Brussels? Each month, we meet at a location around Brussels for our monthly Friday drinks get-together. This is a great opportunity to mingle and socialize with new and old friends in Brussels in a fun and relaxing environment. So, bring your friends, all are welcome!

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• Public holiday: Easter Monday

  • When
    06 Apr 2026

  
  

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• ACB Final Friday Cocktail

  • When
    24 Apr 2026
  •  
    6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
  • Location
    Corinthia Brussels, Rue Royale 103, 1000 Brussels, Belgium
  • Spaces left
    28

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  ACB FINAL FRIDAY COCKTAIL

  April 24, 18:30 - 21:30    

  Corinthia Brussels - Under the Stairs Bar

  Rue Royale 103, Brussels

  
  

  Join the American Club of Brussels for our monthly Friday drinks at the beautiful Corinthia Brussels on April 24, 2026.  

  The Corinthia Brussels, formerly the Grand Hotel Astoria on Rue Royale, has been fully transformed into a luxurious Belle Époque-style hotel. Blending historic charm with modern elegance, it partners with local talent to offer elevated bar and dining experiences, positioning itself as a premier destination for both locals and global visitors.

  We had such a lovely Final Final in a private room at the Corinthia in April, that we are now heading back for our September Final Friday to experience their newly opened, chic bar - Under the Stairs - which also has an outside courtyard that we can enjoy if the weather is good. 

  For those who are new to the ACB and our Friday drinks, each month we meet at a location around Brussels for our monthly get-together. This is a great opportunity to mingle and socialize with new and old friends in Brussels in a fun and relaxing environment. So, bring your friends, all are welcome!

  Event Details:

  Date: Friday,  April 24, 2026
  Time: 6:30-9:30 p.m.
  Place: Corinthia Brussels, Rue Royale, 103 1000, Brussels, Belgium

  Price: 5 euros for members and 10 euros for non-members entry fee. Cash bar, based on your own consumption (drinks and food). Please note the venue takes payments by card only.

  PLEASE REGISTER HERE

   Cancellations are possible until 12:00 on Wednesday, April 22, 2026. Participants cancelling after this time, as well as no-shows, are charged the full cost of the event. 

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• Public holiday: Labor Day

  • When
    01 May 2026

  
  

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• Public holiday: Ascension Day

  • When
    14 May 2026

  
  

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• Public holiday: Whit Monday

  • When
    25 May 2026

  
  

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• Public holiday: Belgian National Day

  • When
    21 Jul 2026

  
  

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• Public holiday: Assumption Day

  • When
    15 Aug 2026

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Public holiday: All Saints Day

  • When
    01 Nov 2026

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• ACB Annual Thanksgiving Dinner

  • When
    26 Nov 2026

  Save the date for ACB's annual Thanksgiving dinner!  

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• Public holiday: Christmas Day

  • When
    25 Dec 2026

  
  

  
  

  
  

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