Antwerp

Antwerp is Belgium’s LGBTQ+ hub, combining a historic city center with progressive queer spaces. Events like Antwerp Pride and the city’s queer film festival make it one of Europe’s most inclusive and stylish destinations.

Refill is a restaurant in Antwerp. Located at Kleine Koraalberg 8, 2000 Antwerpen, Belgium.

Refill

De Nieuwe Boterham is a restaurant in Antwerp. Located at Plantinkaai 14, 2000 Antwerpen, Belgium.

De Nieuwe Boterham

Het Verschil is a bar in Antwerp. Located at De Keyserlei 25, 2018 Antwerpen, Belgium.

Het Verschil

Café Den Draak is a bar in Antwerp. Located at Draakplaats 1, 2018 Antwerpen, Belgium.

Café Den Draak

Café Twilight is a bar in Antwerp. Located at Nieuwstad 4, 2000 Antwerpen, Belgium.

Café Twilight

Bonaparte is a bar in Antwerp. Located at Grote Markt 21, 2000 Antwerpen, Belgium.

Bonaparte

Fetish Cafe is a restaurant in Antwerp. Located at 2000, Kleine Pieter Potstraat 8, 2000 Antwerpen, Belgium.

Fetish Cafe

Hessenhuis Café is a bar in Antwerp. Located at Falconrui 79, 2000 Antwerpen, Belgium.

Hessenhuis Café

Monkey King is a restaurant in Antwerp. Located at Lange Dijkstraat 12, 2060 Antwerpen, Belgium.

Monkey King

Club Random is a bar in Antwerp. Located at Geulincxstraat 28, 2060 Antwerpen, Belgium.

Club Random

Hair Away is a venue in Antwerp. Located at Blancefloerlaan 167, 2050 Antwerpen, Belgium.

Hair Away

Cafe DeLux is a bar in Antwerp. Located at Melkmarkt 18, 2000 Antwerpen, Belgium.

Cafe DeLux

Mister B - Antwerp is a shop in Antwerp. Located at Falconplein 14, 2000 Antwerpen, Belgium.

Mister B - Antwerp

The Boots is a bar in Antwerp. Located at Van Aerdtstraat 22, 2060 Antwerpen, Belgium.

The Boots

Joda Massages is a venue in Antwerp. Located at Napelsstraat 118, 2000 Antwerpen, Belgium.

Joda Massages

Toys 4 Boys Antwerp is a shop in Antwerp. Located at Nosestraat 6, 2000 Antwerpen, Belgium.

Toys 4 Boys Antwerp

A recurring Thursday night event at Cargo Club to kick off the weekend.

Cargo Club

We love Thursdays

An event titled 'We love Thursdays' scheduled for February 26, 2026, at Cargo Club in Toronto. The event features free entrance and is part of a series of events organized by Cargo Club, with additional related events on February 12, 19, and 5, 2026. For more details, attendees can visit the event's webpage or Facebook page.

An event titled 'ETHNCITY LOVE Edition' scheduled for February 26, 2026, at Cargo Club in Toronto. The event details include the date but lack specific start and end times. The event promotes a cultural celebration, with tickets available online and on Facebook. Additional information about the event, including images and links, is provided through the associated URLs.

ETHNCITY LOVE Edition

Reverze 2026 is an electronic music event taking place in Antwerp from February 27 to March 1, 2026. The event begins on February 27th at 8:30 PM and continues until March 1st at 7:00 AM. It is hosted at the Sportpaleis & Lotto Arena in Antwerp, Belgium, and features performances by various artists in the electronic dance music scene.

Reverze 2026 | Official

An event scheduled for February 28, 2026, at Cargo Club in Toronto. Specific details about the event's activities or theme are not provided.

PRIVE

An evening where classical music meets bold expression and storytelling. Inspired by the tragic opera heroine Carmen, this edition blends baroque, tango, and contemporary performances by world-class opera singers, dancers, and artists. Expect powerful music, expressive dance, and a programme that explores desire, resistance, and the art of self-expression.

Amuz Antwerp

Beyond Classic 2026 – Fatal Attraction

A classical music and performance evening inspired by the opera Carmen, featuring bold storytelling, dance, and a mix of musical styles.

A lively student party event at Cargo Club.

We love Thursdays // The hottest studentparty in town!

An event scheduled for March 5, 2026, at Cargo Club in Antwerp, featuring the 'We Love Thursdays' student party. The event offers free entrance and is part of a series of events organized by Cargo Club, with additional related events on February 19, 2026, February 26, 2026, and March 12, 2026.

WLT – 05.03.2026

Woodpop is an event scheduled for March 7, 2026, at Cargo Club in Toronto. The event details include the date and venue, with ticketing information available online. The event features music and entertainment, with additional related events listed on the site.

Woodpop

Discussion of Ursula K. Le Guin's sci-fi classic, The Left Hand of Darkness.

Lucy's Kafè

Queer Book Club: The Left Hand of Darkness

Antwerp Queer Club

A book club event where people discuss Ursula K. Le Guin's sci-fi novel, The Left Hand of Darkness.

An event titled 'We love Thursdays' scheduled for March 12, 2026, at Cargo Club in Toronto. The event features free entrance and is part of a series of events organized by Cargo Club, with additional related events on other dates. No specific start or end times are provided.

Celebrate the arrival of spring with a festival featuring blooming flowers, outdoor activities, and local food stalls.

Antwerp City Park

Spring Blossom Festival

Experience Hans Zimmer live at Sportpaleis in Antwerp on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at 8:00 PM. The concert features live renditions of hits like 'Cornfield Chase,' 'Time,' and 'Now We Are Free,' promising an unforgettable performance with exclusive moments. Don't miss the chance to see this renowned artist perform in front of a large audience, with tickets available now.

Hans Zimmer in Antwerpen

An event titled 'We love Thursdays' scheduled for March 19, 2026, with no specified start or end time. The event is hosted at Cargo Club in Toronto, with free entrance. Additional details and updates can be found on the event's webpage.

An event for Trans Honeys, built on community, care and joy. Trans people are not just welcome in our spaces, they are essential to our culture, our dance floors and our future. Free entrance for trans people. A space where you are seen, affirmed and celebrated.

Traum

Trans Honeys Event

Oh Honey Queer

A party celebrating trans people with community, care, and joy at traum.club.

Another edition of ETHNCITY at Cargo Club.

ETHNCITY

An event called Ethncity invite RBOR scheduled for March 21, 2026, at Cargo Club in Toronto. The event details include the date and venue, but specific start and end times, images, host information, and additional descriptions are not provided.

Ethncity invite RBOR

Experience the live performance of Andrea Bocelli at Sportpaleis Antwerpen on Friday, March 27, 2026, at 8:00 PM. The concert features popular hits like "Vivo Por Ella" (feat. KAROL G), "Con Te Partirò," and "Vivo per lei," promising an unforgettable musical evening with a dynamic setlist and special surprises. With over 9.8 million fans streaming his music monthly, Bocelli's performance is a must-see event for music lovers. Don't miss the chance to witness this iconic tenor live in Antwerp.

Andrea Bocelli in Merksem (Antwerpen)

The World Piano Day Concert at AMUZ Antwerp on March 28, 2026, celebrates the piano with performances by Johan Famaey, Marina Martín Maldonado, and the Prima La Musica Orchestra conducted by Dirk Brossé. The event includes pre-concert performances by laureates of the World Piano Day Awards 2026 and an awarded composition from the International Composition Award 2026. The evening features music by Dirk Brossé and Johan Famaey, with host Kurt Van Eeghem. The concert is part of the fourth edition of the celebration, offering a poetic and powerful musical experience at the AMUZ venue in Antwerp.

World Piano Day Concert Amuz Antwerp

In 5 rounds of 10 questions, you and your teammates will be tested, challenged, and possibly humbled. Only one team will claim victory and go home with the prize 🍫. You can sign up as a team of 4, or join as a duo or solo: we’ll happily match you with others on the day. Max 7 teams, so don’t wait too long!

Attic of Het Roze Huis

Trivia Night

A fun evening of quiz questions and socializing at Trivia Night at Het Roze Huis.

Woodpop is an event scheduled for April 4, 2026, at Cargo Club in Toronto. The event details include the date and venue, with ticket information available online. Additional related events are also listed, such as RnB All Stars Dance Battle on May 13, 2026, and other events at Cargo Club.

An event featuring RnB music, scheduled to take place at Cargo Club in Toronto on April 11, 2026. Specific start and end times are not provided. Tickets can be purchased online, and additional event details are available through the provided links.

RnB ALL STARS

Pommelien Thijs, a multitalent and one of the most prominent young artists, will perform an extra show at Sportpaleis in Antwerp on April 23, 2026. Due to high demand for her previous concerts, she is adding this additional date to her tour. She gained fame with her breakthrough album 'Per Ongeluk' (2023), featuring hits like 'Erop of Eronder', 'Zilver', and 'Ongewoon'. Her style and success have earned her multiple awards, and she continues to dominate the charts with her singles and festival performances. The concert will start at 18:30 and end around 23:00.

EXTRA SHOW! Pommelien Thijs at Sportpaleis

A concert featuring Eric Clapton will be held at the AFAS Dome in Antwerp. The event is scheduled to start on April 26, 2026, at 18:30. Further details about the event, including ticketing and performers, are not provided.

Koninklijk Museum voor Schone Kunsten Antwerpen

Eric Clapton Concert at AFAS Dome Antwerp

Australian band Tame Impala is returning to Belgium with their 'Deadbeat Tour'. The event is scheduled for Tuesday, 5 May 2026, at 8:00 pm at the AFAS Dome in Antwerp. The event is sold out, and tickets can be found through the provided link. The venue is located at Desguinlei 94, 2018 Antwerpen, Belgium.

Sold out! Tame Impala: Deadbeat Tour | AFAS Dome

An event titled 'RnB ALL STARS Dance Battle' scheduled for May 13, 2026, at Cargo Club. The event features a dance competition focusing on R&B music, with tickets available for purchase online. Additional details about the event's activities or performers are not provided.

RnB ALL STARS Dance Battle

Active Company is an Antwerp-based inclusive sports association (VZW) for LGBTQ+ people and allies. It organizes regular sports and leisure activities (over 400 participants weekly) . Active Company hosts events like the Antwerp Brilliant Games, a multi-sport LGBT-friendly tournament that includes badminton competitions .

Badminton: Active Company

Active Company is an Antwerp-based LGBT sports association organizing various team sports for LGBTQ+ members. Among the sports it features is rugby; Active Company has participated in LGBT rugby tournaments as part of events like the Antwerp Brilliant Games . The club offers a welcoming environment for LGBTQ+ athletes in Antwerp.

Rugby: Active Company

Active Company, headquartered in Antwerp, has an LGBT-friendly water polo team . The club is cited as the largest Flemish sports association for LGBTQ+ people (400 members) , and its activities include water polo training and matches as part of its inclusive sports offerings in Antwerp .

Antwerp

Upcoming Events

We love Thursdays

We love Thursdays

ETHNCITY LOVE Edition

Reverze 2026 | Official

PRIVE

Beyond Classic 2026 – Fatal Attraction

We love Thursdays // The hottest studentparty in town!

WLT – 05.03.2026

Sports Leagues

Badminton: Active Company

Rugby: Active Company

Water Polo: Active Company

Community Groups

Businesses & Venues

Refill

De Nieuwe Boterham

Het Verschil

Café Den Draak

Shop Queer-Owned in Antwerp

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