2026 marks the nineteenth (19th) edition of Antwerp Pride. From Wednesday 5 to Sunday 9 August, Antwerp in Belgium will once again be taken over by rainbow vibes. Prides are a mix of celebration – parties – and activism and advocacy. For the 2026 edition, the organising committee focuses on fearing less and being fearless.
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TUI Fly to end operations from Antwerp Airport in 2027
TUI Fly will end all flight operations from Antwerp International Airport (ANR) in Deurne at the end of March 2027, bringing to a close 12 years of services from the airport, Flightlevel reports. The head office in Germany made this decision on Monday evening. The move is part of the airline’s strategy to further concentrate…
Antwerp shopping streets renewed: more variety and less vacancy
In 2025, the City of Antwerp has carried out an inventory of commercial activity in its shopping streets. This triennial study maps out various dynamics, including which shops, hospitality venues and services are active, and also examines vacancy levels. As Flanders’ leading shopping city, Antwerp closely monitors developments in its retail streets.
City of Antwerp marks 25 years of district governance with city-wide anniversary programme
The City of Antwerp is marking the 25th anniversary of its district system with a year-long programme of activities highlighting the identity of each district and their connections within the city. Since 2001, the city’s districts have had their own elected administrations. With the addition of Borsbeek as the tenth district in 2025, Antwerp currently…
BELGIUM | Defence Ministry sees Antwerp Airport as strategic asset as pilot training school expands despite uncertainty over Deurne’s future
The Belgian Ministry of Defence has confirmed that Antwerp International Airport (also: Antwerp City Airport) in Deurne remains a strategic asset for military operations and training, with the armed forces carrying out more than 200 flight movements per year at the regional airport in recent years, Gazet van Antwerpen reports.
Satisfaction surveys outline profile and strengths of Antwerp Airport and Ostend–Bruges Airport
Passenger satisfaction surveys conducted past autumn at Antwerp International Airport (ANR) in Deurne and Ostend–Bruges Airport (OST) in Ostend confirm both the strong appeal of Belgium’s regional airports and a clear profile of their typical users. Travellers cite proximity, short walking distances and personalised service as the main reasons for choosing regional airports, with older…
BELGIUM | Naming towns and cities: municipalities with Dutch, French, English and other translations
15 November is Dynasty Day or King’s Day in Belgium. 15 November being the name day of Leopold, the name of three of the seven Kings of the Belgians. To mark this occasion, and inspired by a Belga News Agency post, let’s take a look at names of villages, towns, municipalities and cities in the…
11 NOVEMBER 2025 | Armistice Day activities and Antwerp museums open
As Armistice Day approaches, Antwerp will once again mark 11 November with a full programme of remembrance ceremonies across its districts. The commemorations, held in honour of all victims of war, will be accompanied by a series of cultural openings and events, with the city’s museums and heritage institutions remaining accessible to the public throughout…
City of Antwerp opens ‘Garden of Consolation’ at Silsburg Cemetery
The City of Antwerp opened in September 2025 the Garden of Consolation at Silsburg Cemetery. Here, comfort, nature and sustainability come together in a new ecological burial form. This is the first place in Antwerp where mosaic burial is offered.
Antwerp International Airport outlines ambitious growth amid financial and political challenges
Antwerp International Airport, located in Deurne, continues to face financial difficulties and political scrutiny, yet its management is pursuing a bold strategy to transform the airport into a profitable regional hub.