Where can you eat the best mussels and fries in Brussels?

Our selection: Brasserie Auguste on the Grand-Place, La Roue d'Or (rue des Chapeliers 26), Le Pré Salé in the Sainte-Catherine district (rue de Flandre 20) and Big Mama chez Thierry, steps from the Grand-Place.

How much do mussels and fries cost in central Brussels?

Expect from €18.90 for mussels marinière at Brasserie Auguste up to €24 at Big Mama chez Thierry — the best value around the Grand-Place.

Which restaurant has a view of the Flower Carpet?

Brasserie Auguste sits directly on the Grand-Place, with a view of the 2026 Flower Carpet (13–17 August).

Do I need to book during the Flower Carpet?

Yes. Booking is strongly recommended over the 15 August weekend; each address in the article has a direct booking link.

Couleur Café 2026: Heatwave tips & Sunday tickets

Is Couleur Café 2026 sold out? Tickets & heatwave info

A heatwave is set to coincide with the 35th anniversary of Couleur Café. Friday, 26 June and Saturday, 27 June are now SOLD-OUT (source: official website, 23 June 2026). Tickets are still available for Sunday, 28 June.

Organisers have published a comprehensive “Everything you need to know” guide detailing the heatwave measures in effect, including free water stations across the site, mist sprayers, and expanded shaded areas in Osseghem Park.

The 2026 line-up: Ezra Collective, Rema & more near the Atomium

A few of the confirmed headliners:

Ezra Collective — Mercury Prize-winning London afrobeat-jazz
Rema — Nigerian afrobeats new wave
Amaarae — Ghanaian soul-pop
Danny Ocean — Latino hit-maker
Thee Sacred Souls, KeBlack, Pongo, Obongjayar

Please note: the Solidarité Congo concert, originally scheduled for Sunday, has been cancelled (for logistical reasons, official statement from 18 June 2026). The Sunday timetable will revert to its original format — be sure to check the app and the website before you go.

What to bring and how to stay safe in the festival heatwave

Drink before you feel thirsty: all water points on site are free. Bring a reusable bottle.
SPF 50 sunscreen + a hat: parts of the lawns at Osseghem Park are south-facing and directly exposed to the sun.
Light clothing, closed-toe shoes: the winning combination for 6 hours of dancing.
Prioritise public transport: metro line 6 to Heysel, tram 7, and buses 84/88. No car, no parking stress.
Locate the shaded areas and mist sprayers as soon as you arrive — they’re the best spots to recharge between sets.
Look out for your friends: signs of heatstroke include nausea, headaches, and dry skin. Sit down, drink water, and alert a first-aid responder.

More than music: The eco-friendly and solidary side of the festival

Free entry for children under 6
Eco-friendly charter: waste sorting, reusable cups, green mobility
Solidarity Village featuring NGOs and Brussels-based collectives
A programme that opens windows onto 4 continents in 3 nights

How to get to Couleur Café in Laeken by metro, tram, or bus

When: Friday, 26 June (sold-out), Saturday, 27 June (sold-out), Sunday, 28 June 2026
Doors open: 4pm on Friday, 3pm on Saturday and Sunday
Where: Osseghem Park — Place de l’Atomium, Laeken (1020 Brussels)
Transport: Metro line 6 'Heysel', tram 7, buses 84/88
Sunday tickets & full line-up: see official website below

A final word from our Brussels expert, Ketje

“For 35 years, they’ve been teaching us how to dance together. A 35°C forecast isn’t going to stop us — it will just remind us to drink water. See you on Sunday evening at the foot of the Atomium.”

🔗 Sources & Verifiable Links

— Ketje · Brussels by Night · #BXLove

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